Arista said the acquisition will better prepare it for next-generation SD-WAN demands as AI-driven data center traffic reshapes WAN requirements Arista Networks has agreed to acquire VMware’s former VeloCloud Software-Defined Wide Area Network (SD-WAN) technology from Broadcom, expanding its portfolio beyond traditional data center and campus networking into the WAN and branch markets. Broadcom came

Synopsys still has to win regulatory approval in China for its $35 billion acquisition of Ansys Synopys is getting closer to closing its $35 billion acquisition of engineering simulation and design software company Ansys, but it still needs to win regulatory approval in China for the transaction. “We have already received merger clearance in every

During its global summit, Alibaba Cloud also launched its first AI Global Competency Center (AIGCC) in Singapore In sum, what to know: AI center opens in Singapore – Alibaba Cloud launched its first AI Global Competency Center, aimed at supporting 5,000 businesses and training 100,000 developers annually with AI labs, models and industry-specific agents. New

Google Fiber noted the potential for “transactional slices” that would “spin up automatically, just for a few seconds” Google Fiber (GFiber) and Nokia have completed what Nick Saporito, director of product management at GFiber, described in a blog post as a “foundational test” of network slicing technology for residential broadband, aiming to deliver customized quality-of-service

Zain says its 5G-Advanced network will accommodate rising data demand, enable smart city services, and expand IoT capabilities across the country In sum, what to know: Nationwide 5G-Advanced – Zain launched Kuwait’s first 5G-Advanced network, offering high-speed coverage across most of the country to power smart cities, IoT and next-gen digital services. Aligned with Vision

Vodafone Idea is currently using AI-powered self-organising networks (SON) to manage its infrastructure, and has partnered with Nokia, Ericsson, and Samsung for its network rollouts In sum, what to know: 5G reaches 23 more cities – Vodafone Idea is expanding its 5G footprint to 23 new Indian cities, including Ahmedabad, Jaipur, Pune, and Trivandrum, building

EdgeMode said it expects the transaction to position the company for growth in the AI infrastructure field, leveraging its access to investment capital, M&A strategy and BAIF’s development pipeline In sum, what to know: Merger targets 4.4 GW pipeline – EdgeMode and BAIF will form a joint entity overseeing 4.4 GW of AI and HPC

Human-in-the-loop control is urgent as AI is unleashed on ever-more critical systems – and as it becomes more sophisticated with multi-modal generative AI and distributed agentic AI.  Human oversight – remains critical in AI telecom infrastructure, ensuring ethical compliance, reducing risk, and refining AI models to detect data drift. Multi-modal – the latest large-language models

Norway-based Tampnet, a notable player in offshore private 5G, has a major new multi-site gig with oil firm Aker BP, extending to seven installations in total, and a total core-network swap-out with US vendor Mavenir, across up to 350 offshore sites. In sum – what to know: North Sea private 5G – offshore network specialist

(Telecompaper) Australian government-owned broadband wholesaler NBN Co said its 'Accelerate Great' bandwidth boost and related marketing strategies are expected to...

(Telecompaper) France's football governing body, the LFP, has confirmed the upcoming launch of its own streaming subscription service to air Ligue 1 matches during the 2025–2026 season, starting on 15 August...

(Telecompaper) Consumer electronics vendor Nothing announced it will begin taking pre-orders on 04 July for its "first true flagship smartphone", the Nothing Phone...

Oracle revealed news of another huge cloud contract, on top of accelerating growth Oracle has signed a cloud services contract worth $30 billion a year which will start hitting its books in fiscal year 2028, according to a company filing. In a fair disclosure filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission, Oracle said that CEO

(Telecompaper) Arista Networks has paid an undisclosed sum to acquire the former VMWare SD-WAN subsidiary VeloCloud from Broadcom...

(Telecompaper) OQ Technology, the Luxembourg-based satellite operator specialising in 5G connectivity from space, announced the signing of the contract for the...

(Telecompaper) No less than 76 expressions of interest were filed in the European Commission's call for proposals to set up AI 'gigafactories' in the EU...

A new report details what is needed to sustain current service levels and reduce repair delays for the undersea cables that carry global internet traffic.

(Telecompaper) Deutsche Telekom and its subsidiary T-Systems are consolidating their cloud services offering under the new T Cloud division...

(Telecompaper) Ericsson has announced the launch of its first antenna produced using Indian manufacturing lines for export into overseas markets...

(Telecompaper) Virgin Media O2 has announced a spectrum transfer deal with Vodafone UK worth GBP 343 million, following the merger of Vodafone UK and 3 UK...

(Telecompaper) Luxembourg has been selected as the headquarters for SatCo, the joint venture announced by Vodafone and AST SpaceMobile in early March...

It’s been almost a decade since SD-WAN burst onto the scene, and the service is undeniably a critical component of today’s enterprise WAN.  The core benefits associated with SD-WAN technology are consistent across all provider offerings—reduced cost and network complexity, ease of upgrades and policy changes, increased flexibility and network performance, and increased visibility into application performance. But a dizzying array of SD-WAN service options still remain in the market. Providers continue to add new service and security features to distinguish themselves in a crowded marketplace. And this multitude of different service options are reflected in the range of reported prices in the market. Luckily, there is a light at the end of the tunnel: TeleGeography’s 2025 SD-WAN Vendor Guide.

In May, U.S. cable giants Charter Communications and Cox Communications entered into a definitive agreement to combine their businesses in a “transformative transaction” that will create an industry leader in the U.S. cable sector. 

It’s been a couple of years since we reviewed the state of the 2G and 3G mobile markets to see how network closures were coming along. There has been plenty of activity since then, and 2025 is shaping up to be a busy year for shutdowns.

In this episode of the TeleGeography Explains the Internet podcast, FCC Commissioner Nathan Simington joins the show for a deep dive into the evolving world of spectrum allocation, broadband infrastructure, submarine cable policy, and cybersecurity. With a unique background in finance, law, and policy, Simington offers an interesting perspective on the complexities of the current telecom environment and where federal policy is headed.

“Everyone’s getting rid of it.” That’s how one carrier I spoke with described aging technologies like SONET/SDH and TDM. Another used the term “accelerated outphasing,” while a third opted for a simple “RIP.”

Can you stop a cable break before it happens? We know how and why cable faults occur, but could damage be mitigated beforehand?

What's shaping the trajectory of the global bandwidth market? To answer that question, we identified four significant trends worth watching within our recently updated Transport Networks Research Service. To understand the future of long-haul capacity demand and pricing, bookmark these industry headlines. 

Which cities are the most connected, and which ones are the fastest growing for internet infrastructure? Every quarter, we assess the top 10 cities with our Market Connectivity Score—an interactive tool in our Data Center Research Service that tracks 45 different data points for every city: data center power, number of ASNs peering locally, cloud onramps, and more.

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.

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.