Networking and communication

UK altnets’ long-term survival ‘in question’ as 96% consider M&A

Study from business connectivity firm warns that while alternative broadband providers have fuelled full-fibre expansion and delivered much-needed competition, many are having to explore strategies for survival Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Defra taps BT to connect workers, sensors across UK

UK’s Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs inks deal to provide 34,000 mobile connections to support real-time reporting on issues from flooding to farming disease outbreaks, and improve connectivity and safety for remote workforce Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Accused by algorithm

In this week’s Computer Weekly, we shine a light on the Ministry of Justice’s controversial use of crime prediction algorithms. The CIO of Boehringer Ingelheim sets out how his organisation has built a data platform that is paving the way for the pharmaceutical giant to embrace AI and quantum computing. And, with the fallout from the VMware-Broadcom merger showing no signs of letting up, we weigh up what the migration options are for VMware vSAN users. Read the issue now. Continue Reading

How AsiaPac transformed into a multicloud powerhouse

AsiaPac CEO Andrew Cheng outlines the company’s growth from a laptop PC distributor to a regional technology service provider known for its multicloud capabilities Continue Reading

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• Aaron Tan, TechTarget

Security Think Tank: What CISOs can learn from Signalgate

A leak of information on American military operations caused a major political incident in March 2025. The Security Think Tank considers what can CISOs can learn from this potentially fatal error. Continue Reading

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• Javvad Malik, KnowBe4

Scotland’s most remote towns and villages to get gigabit upgrade

UK government signs largest-ever broadband supply contract with leading comms operator to provide homes and businesses in hard-to-reach areas of Scotland with access to gigabit connectivity for the first time Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Hybrid meeting technology helps AV teams address equity

Ensuring remote and in-office workers share the same meeting experience is a constant challenge. Vendors are helping companies solve this video equity problem. Continue Reading

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• David Maldow

Myriota scales up satellite IoT constellation with 16 more craft

Myriota extends partnership with direct-to-orbit satellite internet of things connectivity provider to design, build and operate 16 satellites with enhanced second-generation payloads Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Signalgate: Learnings for CISOs securing enterprise data

A leak of information on American military operations caused a major political incident in March 2025. The Security Think Tank considers what can CISOs can learn from this potentially fatal error. Continue Reading

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• Todd Thiemann, Principal Analyst

UK networks feel the strain under AI pressure

Global internet company’s study finds almost half of UK organisations say their network and connectivity infrastructure is not ready to support new technology initiatives, in particular artificial intelligence Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Thomas Herdman’s legal battle over Sky ECC encrypted phone distribution set to enter fifth year

Computer Weekly speaks to Julie Kawai Herdman, daughter of Thomas Herdman, the only person in custody for distributing Sky ECC encrypted phones Continue Reading

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• Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
• Rebecca Tidy

Connectivity crucial to allaying drivers’ hacking concerns

Study warns that automotive interfaces and infotainment systems at risk of hacking, but predictive maintenance, enhanced safety features and autonomous driving features most likely to drive recurring revenue Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Digital Catapult joins EU 6G innovation consortia

Deep tech innovation organisation to participate in European Union-funded initiative to advance the development and deployment of 6G technologies Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Juniper doubles down on AI as HPE deal faces scrutiny

Juniper’s ANZ chief highlights strong enterprise adoption of the Mist networking platform, with AI-powered automation delivering cost savings and operational benefits for customers Continue Reading

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• Stephen Withers

APAC telcos forge alliances for AI sovereignty

Faced with fears over vendor lock-in and rising sovereignty demands, operators are turning to alliances to complement hyperscaler partnerships as they strike a balance between global scale and local control Continue Reading

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• Edwin Lin

Three Business launches business eSIM trial

Business arm of UK mobile operator unveils what it says is the UK’s first large-scale embedded subscriber identity module trial for business in two of the country’s largest cities to allow customers to test network capabilities before possible switch Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

UK National Parks deploys AI, IoT to transform environmental monitoring

Telco and parks authority form technology-led partnership, showcasing how advanced AI, IoT and mobile network innovation are being deployed to protect and future-proof the UK’s most important natural spaces Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

T-Mobile rolls out 5G Advanced across US

So-called US ‘un-carrier’ highlights AI automation, immersive technology like AR/XR and ‘seemingly infinite’ new industrial use cases to benefit from next-generation mobile network Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Arelion expands network presence in Mexico with DWDM route

Multinational enterprise connectivity provider opens up network route supporting key territory’s economic growth through resilient, terabit-scale communications infrastructure Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Digital twins critical for digital transformation to fly in aerospace

Technology consortium publishes whitepaper to address the challenges of digital twin adoption in the aerospace and defence industries highlighting requirements for successfully deploying these digital twin-enabling technologies Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Maintaining Your Borders

It seems like every other – and that’s being conservative – conversation I have in my day job, every other post on the likes of LinkedIn and even on the BBC website is talking about how AI is ... Continue Reading

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• Steve Broadhead, Broadband Testing

Kingston Council taps Boldyn to improve digital infrastructure

Partnership between London borough council, regional transport authority and leading large-scale network provider to see high-speed fibre links to CCTV locations, enabled through the construction of a 10km network covering main town centres Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Omdia: All-photonics infrastructure key to safer, smarter, more sustainable world

Research revealed at Innovative Optical and Wireless Network global forum outlines future of digital economy, powered by all-photonics networks Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

How AI workloads are reshaping datacentre design

At Gitex Asia 2025, industry leaders discuss how the computational demands of advanced AI models are forcing a rethink of datacentre power, cooling and networking infrastructure Continue Reading

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• Aaron Tan, TechTarget

Nokia seals strategic 5G RAN deal with T-Mobile US

US ‘un-carrier’ deploys enhanced radio access network technology to boost 5G network, expanding footprint, modernising cell sites and enhancing connectivity to additional subscribers across the country Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

What is MIMO (multiple input, multiple output)?

MIMO (multiple input, multiple output) is an antenna technology for wireless communications in which multiple antennas are used at both the source (transmitter) and the destination (receiver). Continue Reading

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• Rahul Awati
• Eva Webster

Critical Manufacturing and Twinzo unveil smart factory digital twin visualisation

New connector designed to unlock ‘seamless’ manufacturing execution systems-to-3D twin integration, empowering manufacturers with dynamic operational visibility and strategic insights Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Ericsson boosts NetCloud SASE with integrated clientless ZTNA for wireless WAN

Leading comms tech provider claims industry’s first fully integrated clientless zero-trust network access, designed for wireless wide area network with update to core secure access service edge platform Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

ASEAN telcos going beyond the 5G hype

Telcos from Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia are moving beyond the 5G hype as they focus on driving enterprise 5G and AI adoption to drive value for customers Continue Reading

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• Aaron Tan, TechTarget

Telenor IoT unveils ‘future-proof’ eSIM solution

Internet of things division of leading Nordic telco becomes latest in glut of providers to launch solution in flourishing embedded subscriber identity module market with standardised SGP.32 product Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Intel accelerates software-defined vehicles with SoC first

Automotive technology arm of chip giant Intel unveils product and customer development that it says marks a step forward in software-defined vehicle strategy Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Vodafone, A1, Ericsson unveil first 5G Standalone international roaming

Global comms tech provider teams with operators in Germany and Bulgaria to confirm feasibility of cross-border 5G SA roaming to enhance responsiveness and reliability of services Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Virgin Media O2 cuts carbon emissions 56% against its 2020 baseline

Virgin Media O2 reveals that it is on track to achieve net zero across its operations, products and supply chain by the end of 2040, 10 years ahead of UK’s net-zero goal Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Secure Future Initiative reveals Microsoft staff focus

IT security is now a metric in the Microsoft employee appraisal process Continue Reading

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• Cliff Saran, Managing Editor

HyperFiber scales with Render to boost broadband efficiency

Network workflow automation and productivity optimisation firm’s services deployed to scale fibre deployment across multiple expanding markets in key areas across US Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Automotive OEMs accelerate AI integration for in-cabin mobility

Research note highlights how upcoming regulatory requirements are shaping the future of smart mobility with technology, playing a crucial role in improving safety, convenience and experiences Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Ofcom bans leasing of Global Titles to crackdown on spoofing

Telco regulator Ofcom is cracking down on a loophole being exploited by cyber criminals to access sensitive mobile data Continue Reading

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• Cliff Saran, Managing Editor

AI-powered APIs proving highly vulnerable to attack

The growth of AI is proving a double-edged sword for API security, presenting opportunities for defenders to enhance their resilience, but also more risks from AI-powered attacks, according to report Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

Top APAC firms recognised at innovation awards

Citic Telecom, CapitaLand Investment and DBS Bank were among the region’s top industry innovators recognised for their digital transformation efforts at the Computer Weekly Innovation Awards APAC 2025 Continue Reading

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• Aaron Tan, TechTarget

CW Innovation Awards: M1 aims to become digital-native telco

The digital-first telco is running all its back-end systems on the cloud, enabling it to speed up decision-making and enhance customer service Continue Reading

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• Eileen Yu

Windstream, Ciena boost 400G network capacity in Southeast US

Optical communications technology enhances network infrastructure with its reconfigurable line system and coherent optical innovations, strengthening connectivity between Texas and Florida Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

ETSI highlights integrated sensing, communication 6G use cases

European standards organisation releases report identifying the first use cases for next generation of mobile in sensing, spanning indoor, outdoor, mixed environments applications with targets including people, vehicles, UAVs and robots Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

London falling behind in 5G mobile experience

Research reveals mobile users in UK capital spend more time in mobile signal not-spots and experience slower 5G speeds than residents of other UK cities, resulting in poorer performance in everyday tasks Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Kraft Group enlists NWN for New England Patriots network upgrades

North America’s largest AI-powered technology services provider to power fan experiences across entire sports enterprise business portfolio, including Gillette Stadium, New England Patriots and New England Revolution Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Video telematics systems set for solid growth in North America, Europe

Research from dedicated machine-to-machine and IoT analyst finds integration of cameras in commercial vehicle environments will be significant trend for fleet telematics Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Fibre fine but US tariffs to take hit on broadband equipment

Analyst predicts effect of US tariffs on telecoms and communications industry, revealing probable winners and losers Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

UK altnets set to usher mass migration away from legacy broadband

Research reveals how momentum is building in the alternative provider sector to drive gigabit broadband to rural and hard-to-reach locations the UK Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

EU launches €104m call to advance European role in 6G

EC announces investment in Europe’s journey towards 6G leadership bringing together vertical industries, academia and research institutions Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Qwilt covers more than 2,000 edge cloud nodes across six continents

Distributed edge network technology provider claims milestone in Edge Cloud infrastructure through shift in how enterprises can deliver content and deploy latency-sensitive applications Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

AI-led automation drives strategic forces for industrial transformation

Research reveals eight key forces driving growth in smart factories, in what could be a revolution in automation, with AI-driven predictive maintenance for zero downtime a priority Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Windtre Advances 5G offer with Juniper network architecture

AI-native networking tech provider announces major collaboration with Italian operator to future-proof core and edge network infrastructure as demand for 5G and internet services surge Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Nokia networking backbone firms up ResetData AI factory

Deployment of networking backbone to support immediate roll-out of Australia’s first sovereign and sustainable liquid immersion-cooled data centres looks to gain 75% reduction in energy consumption over previous generations Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Qualcomm, Epec team to drive digital transformation in mobile machinery 

Collaboration aims to transform off-highway heavy machinery sector combining machine system solutions and automation expertise with computing, AI and connectivity technologies Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

BT stretches Fabric further through Google Cloud partnership

UK’s leading telco announces step forward in partnership with IT giant, deepening collaboration to offer customers cloud WAN routes via its Global Fabric network platform Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

How AI agents will reshape telecoms

For telecoms operators, embracing autonomous AI agents isn't optional – it’s the only way to survive in a hyper-competitive landscape, but challenges lie ahead Continue Reading

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• Edwin Lin

Defending the grid with secure connectivity

Connectivity providers, device manufacturers and the energy companies they support must prioritise cyber security as the use of IoT grows in Singapore's energy sector Continue Reading

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• Simon Trend

Comms consortium calls for greater vigilance on subsea cable security

Open letter from European telecommunications operators and subsea cable stakeholders calls on cables ecosystem to align security objectives with operational feasibility as well create viable business model based on risk-based best practices Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Nokia claims alien wavelength record, boosts event wireless connectivity

Leading comms tech provider seals deals for 1,000km 800Gbps trial and to deliver private wireless connectivity for large domestic and international mass events. Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Google Cloud, Juniper Networks accelerate enterprise campus deployment

AI-native networking platform to use Google’s Cloud WAN service to help accelerate new branch deployments, and offer simplified branch operations with security and agility Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

GCHQ historian Dave Abrutat’s mission to preserve the UK’s forgotten signals intelligence history

Dave Abrutat, GCHQ’s official historian, is on a mission to preserve the UK’s historic signals intelligence sites and capture their stories before they disappear from folk memory. A new charity, NSIST, will raise funds and recruit volunteers Continue Reading

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• Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly

Ericsson unveils AI-led enterprise wireless-first branch architecture

Global comms tech provider launches wireless-first branch architecture to deliver secure, reliable and scalable connectivity to support higher-bandwidth, business-critical AI-based operations across multiple industries Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Elevate raises full-fibre bar for businesses across Cardiff

Altnet to bring gigabit-speed connectivity to thousands of businesses through partnership with local council and national government across Welsh capital to boost digital inclusion, economic growth and educational access Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

HPE intros virtual private cloud, on-premise options for Aruba Networking Central

Expansion of flagship network management service designed to address increasing demand for data sovereignty with regional and local control of networks with built-in security, AI-powered optimisation and enhanced observability Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Airportr checks in with SITA to enhance traveller baggage delivery services

Air transport IT provider and baggage management firm combine efforts to give passengers the freedom of baggage-free travel and boost airline efficiency Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Nokia, Telia, Finnish Defence Forces claim 5G standalone slice first

Companies showcase potential of 5G technology in enhancing critical communications for defence units operating in coalition environments to ensure seamless experience when crossing country borders Continue Reading

Enterprise IoT set for market recovery and AI integration, but regulations loom

Sluggish growth in business internet of things sector set to end over the course of next 12 months, as importance of IoT data as AI fuel becomes more apparent Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

GSMA: 2025 set to be year of satellite commercialisation

Business intelligence arm of global mobile suppliers’ association rates this year as ‘ground zero for commercialisation’ of D2C communications depending on business plans of telcos Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

GSA forms 5G RedCap interest group

Global mobile ecosystem trade association launches working group to track, report and promote status of deployments, devices and service launches based on low-load next-generation mobile wireless standard Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Fibrus to deploy Deepfield network analytics, monitoring

Ulster and Northwest of England communications provider inks five-year agreement to deploy Deepfield offering to manage increasing demand for high-quality services, ensuring customers continue to receive reliable, high-performance connectivity Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Open Broadcast Systems intros 5G Assist to enhance remote production

Low-latency encoding and decoding technology releases solution to enhance remote production over the public internet using supplementary network, such as 5G or satellite, to perform packet recoveries Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

BTS Group invests in ZIM to make global eSIM market play

Global investor and enabler makes strategic investment in eSIM technology provider to bring together deep operator relationships and deliver connectivity across 200+ destinations Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Elevate and Xantaro accelerate UK full-fibre reach

UK alternative gigabit broadband suppliers unveil further advances in their full-fibre business in the north-west and south-west of England, deploying in urban and rural communities Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Boost to push-to-talk services will see MCPTT, PTT revenue soar by end of 2028

Comms evolution aimed at boosting performance of mission-critical group communications in digital land mobile radio systems to see MCPTT and broadband PTT service revenue grow at a CAGR of 11% over the next three years Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Myriota expands constellation with LEO satellites to support IoT

Satellite IoT connectivity provider teams with global space infrastructure company to launch four new satellites in its UltraLite LEO constellation Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Pelion plans for enhanced global IoT proposition

Mobile virtual network operator unveils managed IoT product and service proposition to help businesses scale IoT investment in line with deployment and connectivity needs Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

A1, Nokia claim pre-6G video stream first in Austria

Tests at leading central European operator’s technology centre suggest potential of mobile comms for future 5G-Advanced and 6G applications, and commitment to sustainable development of digital infrastructure Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Renault charges Ampere to drive future with software-defined vehicles

With software-defined vehicles key to bringing it closer to customers, auto manufacturer deploys digital chassis solution to accelerate the time it takes to roll out new features to cars Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

SP Energy Networks upgrades operational telecoms network in Scotland

Leading UK operator secures four-year capital project delivery contract with energy firm for fixed, mobile and satellite connectivity to modernise and maintain its operational telecoms network across Scotland Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Mercury fibres up to boost utility efficiency

Demand to support continuous traffic growth sees New Zealand utility provider offer 400G broadband connectivity supplied by country’s leading telco and optical communications technologies supplier Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Qualcomm becomes strategic shareholder in Qorix

Automotive industry modular and integrated software firm gains cash injection intended to further strengthen its position offering middleware services for software-defined vehicles Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

BICS launches eSIM Hub to simplify global enterprise IoT deployments

Ahead of introduction of upcoming GSMA internet of things standard, Proximus Global-owned international communications enabler aims to simplify global management of devices with launch of eSIM Hub Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Oxa and Applied EV drive for first in industrial mobility automation

Partnership empowers businesses to tackle industry challenges through the deployment of safe, secure and efficient autonomous fleets Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Three business unit customer base breaks one million milestone

UK operator Three claims business unit benchmark that has disrupted the traditional B2B space through focus on ‘straightforward propositions, excellent value, leading 5G and best in class service’ Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Application vs. network load balancing: What's the difference?

Network load balancing and application load balancing both handle traffic requests. However, they process and direct requests with different levels of speed and efficiency. Continue Reading

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• David Jacobs, The Jacobs Group

What is a northbound interface/southbound interface?

A northbound interface (NBI) is an application programming interface (API) or protocol that allows a lower-level network component to communicate with a higher-level or more central component; conversely, a southbound interface (SBI) allows a higher-level component to send commands to lower-level network components. Continue Reading

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• Rahul Awati
• Gavin Wright

Celona extends Neutral Host service to AT&T customers

Private 5G network provider announces successful certification of Celona Neutral Host with AT&T public cellular network services and validates light-touch private/public model Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Fixed broadband issues threaten consistent retail customer experience

Latest edition of comms tech provider’s Sector in Focus: Connecting Retail report finds retailers identified networking and IT as the biggest frustration, with two-fifths suffering loss of revenue at remote branch locations because of poor connectivity Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

What is Border Gateway Protocol (BGP)?

BGP (Border Gateway Protocol) is the protocol that enables the internet's global routing system. Continue Reading

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• Scott Robinson, New Era Technology
• John Burke, Nemertes Research

Keysight introduces AI network architecture validation, optimisation tool

Tool designed to validate the network performance of AI workloads and system infrastructure by adjusting and optimising parameters Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

StarHub trials first 5G cloud RAN network in Southeast Asia

Singapore telco trials cloud-based radio access network, unlocking new enterprise services and laying the groundwork for advanced 5G and 6G capabilities Continue Reading

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• Aaron Tan, TechTarget

NetBox looks to offer Assurance on network operational drift

Network and infrastructure systems provider unveils product claimed to enable network teams to gain ‘unprecedented’ control to detect and resolve operational drift Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Southern Linc enhances management, security of its private cellular network

Wireless subsidiary of Southern Company selects private LTE/5G OT management and zero-trust security provider’s Bridge platform to enhance management and security of its LTE network Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

What is multiplexing and how does it work?

Multiplexing, or 'muxing,' is a way of sending multiple signals or streams of information over a communications link at the same time in the form of a single, complex signal. Continue Reading

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• Rahul Awati
• Robert Sheldon
• John Burke, Nemertes Research

SRS deploys srsRAN enterprise 5G at innovation hub

Mobile wireless networks open software provider deploys next-gen mobile service at multinational cable, fibre and media company’s innovation hub in Portugal as part of EU-funded comms scheme Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Vodafone Idea looks to beef up enterprise comms with optical upgrade

Optical transport upgrade designed to insulate network against 4G data growth and accelerate commercial 5G roll-out in India Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Global 5G adoption surges four times faster than 4G to reach 2.25 billion connections

Research calculates that there were 1.5 wireless connections per person worldwide by the end of 2024, with 5G connections reaching 2.25 billion and new IoT connections reaching 3.6 billion Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Inside Amazon’s robot-powered warehouse

In this week’s Computer Weekly, we go behind the scenes at Amazon’s robot-powered Swindon warehouse to see how AI and humans are working together. We examine the state of open source licensing and find out how it’s affecting datacentre operators. And we visit a 130-year-old wine and drinks company to find out how technology has brought operations into the modern age. Read the issue now. Continue Reading

Ford Pro advances telematics for fleet management

Auto manufacturing giant updates fleet management software and reaffirms commitment to maintaining standardised software-based data experiences for fleet vehicle informatics Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

What is a programmable network (network programmability)?

A programmable network is one in which software that operates independently of network hardware handles the behavior of network devices and flow control. Continue Reading

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• Rahul Awati
• Teren Bryson

What is the data link layer in the OSI model?

The data link layer is the protocol layer in a program that handles how data moves in and out of a physical link in a network. Continue Reading

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• Rahul Awati
• Andrew Froehlich, West Gate Networks