(Telecompaper) Telefonica has injected a total of CLP 371 billion (around EUR 347 million) into the accounts of its Telefonica Moviles Chile (Movistar Chile) unit...

(Telecompaper) Google has previewed new smart glasses running Android XR, its operating system for extended reality eyewear, at its I/O developers conference...

Singapore becomes the first country to offer nationwide 5G SA network slicing, as it makes an enterprise-only service available to 1.5 million consumers. In sum – what to know: Network slicing – Singtel activates 5G SA network slicing for all users, delivering improved speed, reliability, and security, including while roaming. Free upgrades – more than

(Telecompaper) Qualcomm has signed a new multi-year agreement to supply processors for Xiaomi's smartphones. The announcement comes ahead of Xiaomi's planned...

Cisco will open a new Global AI Hub in Paris to develop secure, energy-efficient infrastructure, train 230,000 in AI skills, and boost France’s AI startup ecosystem, including support for local startup and Cisco partner Mistral AI. Sovereign AI infra – Cisco will open a Paris-based AI hub focused on secure, energy-efficient infrastructure and advanced data

Private 5G doesn’t need (!) AI – but telcos like BT, KPN and Telenor say it’s the difference between ticking over and taking off. Scale it up, and AI goes from ‘nice-to-have’ to non-negotiable. In sum – what to know: Casual to causal – private 5G doesn’t need AI to sell or to function, but AI

(Telecompaper) IHS Towers has agreed to sell its Rwanda operations, including approximately 1,465 sites, to Paradigm Tower Ventures...

(Telecompaper) Snom said Fabio Albanini, its new SVP of sales and operations for EMEA & APAC, has announced a new plan for the company's long-term growth...

(Telecompaper) Indian mobile operator Bharti Airtel has teamed up with Google to offer the Google One cloud storage subscription service for Airtel customers...

New data from TeleGeography’s Transport Networks Research Service tells a story about changing bandwidth pricing trends, the factors that drive them, and what we might expect to see in the market. Here's what we know about wholesale pricing in 2025.

(Telecompaper) Three months after the announcement of a multi-billion project backed by a French-Emirati consortium, more details have emerged of how the planned...

(Telecompaper) Vodafone Group has forecast a return to growth in adjusted EBITDA al this year, after reporting a small drop last year...

CBRS spectrum access is under pressure as diverse stakeholders vie for midband resources Contention for Citizens Broadband Radio Service (CBRS), or midband spectrum in the 3 GHz band, is intensifying as a reorganization of the band’s allocation appears likely within the next two to three years. This spectrum race affects diverse stakeholders, including Wireless Internet

Charter CEO Chris Winfrey had some hot takes at the MoffatNathanson conference Charter Communications CEO Chris Winfrey took a few shots across the industry’s bow at the recent MoffettNathanson Media, Internet and Communications Conference. Among them: The profitable fiber builds have been done already. Mobile is a feature, not a product. And for good measure,

At Computex, NVIDIA announced NVLink Fusion to enable “semi-custom” AI data center compute architectures; Fujitsu and Qualcomm named as launch CPU partners The world of AI infrastructure, particularly the underlying silicon that powers so-called “AI factories,” is an increasingly competitive space. NVIDIA obviously holds pole position with its high-powered (and expensive) GPUs which are instrumental

Vodafone Idea has partnered with Swedish vendor Ericsson to build the 5G infrastructure in Delhi In sum – what you need to know: Vodafone Idea launches 5G in Delhi – The telco activated its commercial 5G services in Delhi on May 15, following earlier launches in Mumbai, Chandigarh, and Patna. Targeted 5G expansion – Vodafone

Qualcomm Technologies plans to leverage its new engineering center in Abu Dhabi to support its 5G, edge AI initiatives In sum – what you need to know: Qualcomm and e& ink strategic 5G-edge AI deal – The new partnership aims to commercialize next-gen 5G and edge AI solutions in the UAE, targeting enterprise, industrial and

The recent GSA report noted that a total of 14 operators are evaluating, testing or trialing the technology In sum – what you need to know: 26 operators across 15 countries investing in 5G-A – According to GSA, Telstra, China Mobile and Singtel are among the telcos that have already launched the technology. Ecosystem still

At the MoffettNathanson conference, Verizon Consumer Group CEO outlined a dual-engine plan to scale fiber and FWA while turning cable MVNOs into profit-friendly allies At the recent MoffettNathanson conference, Sowmyanarayan Sampath, CEO of Verizon Consumer Group, detailed the operator’s evolving strategy across wholesale partnerships, broadband convergence and infrastructure expansion. Three key themes emerged: Cable MVNOs:

(Telecompaper) Vodacom Group said its revenue increased 1.1 percent year-on-year to ZAR 152.2 billion in the year ended March despite significant foreign exchange headwinds...

(Telecompaper) SK Telecom (SKT) servers containing universal subscriber identity module (USIM) data of all subscribers, including nearly 27 million units of...

A steady stream of investment has driven tremendous growth in subsea cable infrastructure to keep pace with ever-increasing bandwidth demand. According to new data from TeleGeography’s Transport Networks Research Service, the aggregate cost of new construction over the past nine years has averaged over $2 billion annually. Let's review the state of submarine cable investment in 2025.

According to new data from TeleGeography’s Transport Networks Research Service, global bandwidth demand continues to climb. But, as has been the story for the last several years, this growth is coming at a slower and slower rate. Here's what this says about long-haul networks in 2025.

There's been lots of conversation about the recent boom in submarine cable construction. This flurry of activity becomes clearer when our annual map is viewed over time.

We're sure many of our readers are gearing up for Capacity Eurasia 2025. Let us help you prepare for the main event in Istanbul. Here's what to know, when to register, and what topics to brush up on in advance.

Industry conferences are like orchestras: they bring together many sounds which may be hard for the untrained ear to differentiate. We at TeleGeography are well-equipped to listen to the many melodies sung at telecom industry gatherings. Most recently, I joined colleagues in São Paulo to discuss regional trends at the Capacity LATAM event.

Today on TeleGeography Explains the Internet, we welcome Michael Martin, formerly a global network and security architect at McKinsey.  Michael has extensive experience and knowledge in the enterprise network space. I wanted to get his take on the industry's state of implementation of network automation among enterprises.

Carl Roberts is feeling energized. The senior ICT executive and advisor to a myriad of C-suite teams—who is also the newest addition to TeleGeography's roster of Preferred Partners—recently chatted with the TeleGeography team about his time in the industry and the constant changes that have been an energizing force in his career.

At the end of 2024, the global mobile subscription total stood at 8.8 billion, according to figures from our GlobalComms Database. This is up from 8.7 billion a year earlier and 8.5 billion at end-2022. Ten years ago, the total was closer to 7.0 billion; at the end of 2004, it was just 1.7 billion.

Datacloud Global Congress returns June 3-5, 2025, in Cannes. And we have a birthday to celebrate. The event is recognizing 20 years as the premier global event for data center, cloud, AI, and investment leaders.

At RingCentral, we understand the importance of efficient and insightful customer interactions. With today’s fast-paced business environment, it’s essential to not only manage customer calls but to gain valuable insights … Read more "AI-Powered Call Analytics: Leveraging Data for Business Insights" The post AI-Powered Call Analytics: Leveraging Data for Business Insights appeared first on RingCentral UK Blog.

As phone technology continues to evolve at a rapid pace, AI has become a game-changer, bringing remarkable benefits like boosting productivity and personalising user experiences. For example, a recent survey … Read more "The Ethical Use of AI in Phone Technology: Protecting Privacy and Ensuring Security" The post The Ethical Use of AI in Phone Technology: Protecting Privacy and Ensuring Security appeared first on RingCentral UK Blog.

Did you know that 91% of consumers prefer to shop with brands that offer relevant offers and recommendations? This stat shows just how much personalised experiences are expected—not just in … Read more "Personalisation in Telephony: How AI Transforms User Experiences" The post Personalisation in Telephony: How AI Transforms User Experiences appeared first on RingCentral UK Blog.

In this article, we’ll explore how AI is transforming the landscape of business telephony. We’ll delve into the ways AI is driving significant improvements in communication, efficiency, and customer engagement. … Read more "Challenges and Opportunities: AI Adoption in Telephony for Businesses" The post Challenges and Opportunities: AI Adoption in Telephony for Businesses appeared first on RingCentral UK Blog.

In today’s fast-paced digital world, keeping our communication secure is more important than ever. With the rise of sophisticated threats like spam calls, phishing scams, and voice cloning, ensuring the … Read more "How AI is Transforming Security in Telephony: A Detailed Overview" The post How AI is Transforming Security in Telephony: A Detailed Overview appeared first on RingCentral UK Blog.

What is instant messaging? Instant messaging (IM) empowers businesses to communicate efficiently, collaborate effectively, and enhance customer experiences. Instant messaging (IM) has transformed the way businesses communicate, both internally and … Read more "Instant Messaging in Business Communications" The post Instant Messaging in Business Communications appeared first on RingCentral UK Blog.

Boost business productivity and improve customer interactions with a comprehensive communications solution – RingCentral RingEX. This article dives into RingCentral’s capabilities, explores the features, and guides you through experiencing the … Read more "Discover Powerful Communication & Collaboration with RingCentral’s RingEX Demo" The post Discover Powerful Communication & Collaboration with RingCentral’s RingEX Demo appeared first on RingCentral UK Blog.

Traditional outbound calling has long been a cornerstone of sales and customer outreach efforts. However, the challenges associated with manual dialling, such as low agent productivity, frustrated customers, and inefficient … Read more "Optimise Outbound Calling with AI-powered Predictive Dialers" The post Optimise Outbound Calling with AI-powered Predictive Dialers appeared first on RingCentral UK Blog.

In today’s cut-throat business environment, providing exceptional customer service is no longer a perk, it’s essential. Customers expect prompt, personalised experiences, and businesses that fail to deliver risk losing their … Read more "AI-Powered Virtual Assistants: Transforming Customer Service in Contact Centre 2024" The post AI-Powered Virtual Assistants: Transforming Customer Service in Contact Centre 2024 appeared first on RingCentral UK Blog.

Voice recognition technology, a subset of artificial intelligence, has made significant strides in recent years. By accurately converting spoken language into text, it has opened up new possibilities for human-computer … Read more "AI-Powered Voice Recognition: Transforming Telephony" The post AI-Powered Voice Recognition: Transforming Telephony appeared first on RingCentral UK Blog.