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Tampnet Launches Autonomous Private 5G Edge Network Offshore

Tampnet Launches Autonomous Private 5G Edge Network Offshore with Mavenir

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Tampnet has rolled out the world’s first fully autonomous private 5G network with Edge Compute offshore for Aker BP’s Edvard Grieg platform. This digital backbone provides real-time data processing, robust wireless coverage, and supports advanced offshore operations like autonomous drones, robotics, and predictive maintenance, setting a new standard for offshore oil and gas connectivity.
Ericsson Revamps Enterprise Wireless Solutions Partner Program

Ericsson Revamps Enterprise Wireless Solutions Partner Program

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Ericsson has overhauled its Enterprise Wireless Solutions Partner Program, introducing a flexible structure that boosts deal registration benefits, streamlines partner tiers, expands the Mountaineer Program for technical and sales enablement, and adds the Partner View tool for clear performance tracking.
India’s DoT Reopens Doors for Direct Spectrum Allocation for Private 5G Networks

India’s DoT Reopens Doors for Direct Spectrum Allocation for Private 5G Networks

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India’s Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has relaunched its plan to directly allocate spectrum for private 5G networks. The new demand study invites large enterprises and system integrators to signal interest in dedicated spectrum for captive 5G setups. If approved, this policy could enable Indian industries to run secure, high-speed networks without fully relying on telecom operators.
GFiber and Nokia Test Home Internet Network Slicing

GFiber and Nokia Test Home Internet Network Slicing

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GFiber Labs and Nokia are partnering to shape the future of home internet with network slicing. Network Slicing lets customers customize bandwidth for gaming, work, and secure tasks. GFiber’s successful demo with Nokia shows how slices can create smoother gameplay, better video calls, and safer online banking – all while putting real-time control in users’ hands.
Connected Utilities: Future Roadmap – 5G Advanced and the AI-Driven Grid

Connected Utilities: Future Roadmap – 5G Advanced and the AI-Driven Grid

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5G Advanced and AI are reshaping utility private networks into hyper-intelligent, resilient grids. Learn how edge AI, programmable networks, digital twins, and human-in-the-loop automation will enable predictive maintenance, real-time grid optimization, and new energy services.
Connected Utilities: Monetization and Shared Use Models for Utility Private Networks

Connected Utilities: Monetization and Shared Use Models for Utility Private Networks

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Utilities are turning private LTE and 5G networks into revenue engines with monetization and shared use models. Learn how Fixed Wireless Access, neutral host strategies, mobile wholesale partnerships, and edge services help utilities bridge the digital divide, support local economies, and generate ROI from advanced network investments.
Connected Utilities: Governance, Orchestration, and Lifecycle Management of Utility Private Networks

Connected Utilities: Governance, Orchestration, and Lifecycle Management of Utility Private Networks

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As utility private networks scale beyond pilot deployments, success depends on more than connectivity. This blog explores how utilities are applying orchestration frameworks, secure governance models, and lifecycle management strategies to build scalable, resilient, and future-ready private LTE and 5G infrastructures, ensuring long-term performance, compliance, and adaptability.
Connected Utilities: Edge Computing and AI for Predictive Utility Operations

Connected Utilities: Edge Computing and AI for Predictive Utility Operations

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Utilities are unlocking real-time intelligence and predictive maintenance by combining edge computing and AI with private LTE/5G networks. This blog explores how utilities process critical data locally to automate decisions, detect anomalies, optimize asset performance, and improve operational resilience—laying the foundation for the autonomous grid.
Connected Utilities: Deployment Architectures and Spectrum Strategies for Utility Private Networks

Connected Utilities: Deployment Architectures and Spectrum Strategies for Utility Private Networks

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Utilities are implementing private LTE and 5G networks across diverse environments—from turbine halls and substations to national grid systems. This blog outlines the key deployment architectures (site-specific, regional, wide-area, and indoor) and spectrum strategies utilities are using to deliver secure, scalable, and purpose-built connectivity for modern energy operations.
Connected Utilities: Trends Accelerating Private Network Adoption in the Utility Sector

Connected Utilities: Trends Accelerating Private Network Adoption in the Utility Sector

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The shift to private LTE and 5G in utilities is being driven by a convergence of urgent trends, from climate mandates and cyber threats to legacy infrastructure and labor shortages. This blog explores six key forces accelerating private network adoption and highlights why resilient, intelligent, and secure communications have become essential to utility transformation.
Connected Utilities: Strategic Use Cases for Private Networks in the Utility Sector

Connected Utilities: Strategic Use Cases for Private Networks in the Utility Sector

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Private LTE and 5G networks are transforming how utilities operate by enabling a wide range of mission-critical and emerging applications. From AMI and substation automation to drone inspections and edge AI, this post outlines 12 strategic use cases that demonstrate why utilities are investing in private cellular infrastructure to improve safety, performance, and operational agility across the grid.
Connected Utilities: Why Utilities Are Investing in Private Networks to Power the Digital Grid

Connected Utilities: Why Utilities Are Investing in Private Networks to Power the Digital Grid

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As the energy grid becomes more distributed and digital, utilities are investing in private LTE and 5G networks to future-proof their operations. These purpose-built networks support secure, real-time communications, improve operational visibility, and enable automation, delivering the connectivity backbone required for a modern, resilient grid.
Verizon and Nokia Deploy Private 5G at Thames Freeport for Smart Trade Hub

Verizon and Nokia Deploy Private 5G at Thames Freeport for Smart Trade Hub

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Verizon Business and Nokia will deploy six private 5G networks across Thames Freeport’s major logistics sites, including the Port of Tilbury, London Gateway, and Ford Dagenham to create a high-performance digital infrastructure supporting real-time logistics, AI automation, and edge computing. With plans to generate 5,000 skilled jobs and power sustainable trade, this initiative positions Thames Freeport as a next-gen smart trade corridor.
Hrvatski Telekom’s Private 5G Networks Transform Croatia’s Airports

Hrvatski Telekom’s Private 5G Networks Transform Croatia’s Airports

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Hrvatski Telekom’s NextGen 5G Airports project will deploy Private 5G Networks at Zagreb, Zadar, and Pula Airports to boost safety, efficiency, and airport automation. By combining 5G Standalone, Edge Computing, AI, and IoT, the initiative enables drones, smart cameras, and AI tablets to digitize inspections, secure perimeters, and streamline operations, redefining aviation connectivity in Croatia.
SK Group and AWS Build South Korea’s Largest .13 billion AI Data Center

SK Group and AWS Build South Korea’s Largest $5.13 billion AI Data Center

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SK Group and AWS are partnering to build South Korea’s largest AI data center in Ulsan with a $5.13 billion investment. The facility will launch with 60,000 GPUs and 103 MW capacity, expanding to 1 GW, creating up to 78,000 jobs. This milestone boosts South Korea’s AI leadership, data sovereignty, and positions Ulsan as a major AI hub in Asia.
Edge AI Boosts Broadband Customer Experience

Edge AI Boosts Broadband Customer Experience

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Edge AI is reshaping broadband customer experience by powering smart routers, proactive troubleshooting, conversational AI, and personalized Wi-Fi management. Learn how leading ISPs like Comcast and Charter use edge computing to boost reliability, security, and customer satisfaction.
Elon Musk’s xAI Seeks .3 Billion in Equity Funding Amid AI Expansion

Elon Musk’s xAI Seeks $4.3 Billion in Equity Funding Amid AI Expansion

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Elon Musk’s generative AI firm, xAI, is targeting $4.3 billion in new equity funding, following its previous $6 billion raise and a $5 billion debt effort. The capital will support high-cost AI models like Grok and Aurora, expand massive GPU-powered data centers, and drive xAI’s ambition to compete with leaders like OpenAI and DeepMind. Investors remain interested despite concerns over spending, betting on Musk’s strategy to blend social media and AI under one ecosystem.
ZTE and e& UAE Validate Private 5G Networks for Smart Industries

ZTE and e& UAE Validate Private 5G Networks for Smart Industries

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ZTE and e& UAE have completed a successful Private 5G Network trial, showcasing high uplink speeds, multi-band adaptability, and ZTE’s NodeEngine Edge Computing platform. This trial enables rapid deployment, stronger enterprise connectivity, and practical use cases for smart industries, aligning with the UAE’s goal of becoming a digital innovation leader.
Istres Deploys Private 5G with Ericsson, SPIE, and Unitel

Istres Deploys Private 5G with Ericsson, SPIE, and Unitel

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The City of Istres, France, partners with Ericsson, SPIE, and Unitel to deploy a cost-efficient Private 5G Network. This smart city blueprint reduces surveillance camera installation costs by over 80%, improves secure emergency communications, and leverages Edge Computing for AI-ready urban security. Istres sets a precedent for mid-sized European cities modernizing connectivity and resilience.
Spark and Air New Zealand Deploy Private 5G at Auckland Airport for Smart Warehousing

Spark and Air New Zealand Deploy Private 5G at Auckland Airport for Smart Warehousing

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Spark and Air New Zealand have activated New Zealand’s first Private 5G Network for business operations at Auckland Airport’s logistics warehouse. Using Ericsson’s enterprise-grade 5G, the network powers a drone-robot system that automates stocktakes, keeps staff safer by removing the need for high-shelf manual scanning, and provides real-time inventory data to boost efficiency. This smart warehousing solution sets a new benchmark for airport logistics and supply chain innovation in New Zealand.
Broadband Rate Regulation Threatens ISP Investment Nationwide

Broadband Rate Regulation Threatens ISP Investment Nationwide

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A new ACA Connects-backed study warns that state broadband price regulations could cut ISP investment by up to 41%, disproportionately impacting smaller providers. With the ACP ending, states like New York and California are proposing $15/month plans, but critics argue these caps could stall rural broadband expansion and force higher prices elsewhere.
Cloud-Native Telco Transformation: Insights from Orange, Deutsche Telekom and Linux Foundation

Cloud-Native Telco Transformation: Insights from Orange, Deutsche Telekom and Linux Foundation

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Deutsche Telekom, Orange, and the Linux Foundation outline their 2025 cloud-native telecom roadmap, highlighting Kubernetes-native workloads, AI integration, observability, and zero-trust security models. Learn how open-source tooling, GitOps automation, and cultural transformation are reshaping next-gen telco operations.
India’s Telecom Revenues to Surge 14% in FY25 on AI Adoption, Vodafone Tariff Hikes

India’s Telecom Revenues to Surge 14% in FY25 on AI Adoption, Vodafone Tariff Hikes

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India’s telecom sector is forecasted to grow 12–14% in FY25, hitting ₹3 lakh crore in revenue, with AI adoption, Vodafone-led tariff hikes, and R&D investment driving momentum. AI is not just boosting efficiency—it’s reshaping the future of telecom jobs, infrastructure, and policy. Sunil Bharti Mittal called for stronger private R&D efforts and smarter policy frameworks to harness India’s demographic advantage and scale the next era of AI-powered telecom innovation.
FastwebAI Suite by Fastweb+Vodafone: Italy’s First Sovereign GenAI Platform

FastwebAI Suite by Fastweb+Vodafone: Italy’s First Sovereign GenAI Platform

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Fastweb+Vodafone has introduced the FastwebAI Suite, Italy’s first sovereign GenAI platform designed for both businesses and public institutions. Built on secure, in-country infrastructure and powered by MIIA, an Italian-trained LLM, the platform ensures regulatory compliance with EU AI laws. Early adopters include the Italian Senate, ISTAT, and top universities. With consulting via the FastwebAI Factory and upcoming modules for security and governance, this launch strengthens Vodafone’s role in Italy’s digital transformation.
NVIDIA and AMD Launch AI Chips for China Under U.S. Export Rules

NVIDIA and AMD Launch AI Chips for China Under U.S. Export Rules

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NVIDIA and AMD will launch AI chips in China by July 2025, including the B20 and Radeon AI PRO R9700, tailored to comply with U.S. export rules. With performance capped under regulatory thresholds, these GPUs aim to support China’s enterprise AI needs without violating tech trade restrictions. NVIDIA is also rolling out a lower-cost chip based on Blackwell architecture, signaling a shift toward compliant yet capable AI compute options in restricted markets.
Web3 in Telecom: How Blockchain and Crypto Are Reshaping Connectivity

Web3 in Telecom: How Blockchain and Crypto Are Reshaping Connectivity

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Web3 is redefining the telecom industry by introducing decentralized infrastructure, blockchain-based billing, smart contracts, NFTs, and digital identity. This article explores how telcos can evolve from connectivity providers to key players in Web3 ecosystems—offering programmable services, token economies, and secure, user-centric digital experiences.
Comcast Advertising Launches AI TV Ad Platform with Waymark for Small Businesses

Comcast Advertising Launches AI TV Ad Platform with Waymark for Small Businesses

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Comcast Advertising and Waymark have launched an AI-powered TV ad platform that helps small businesses produce professional-quality commercials in minutes. By eliminating the high costs and long production times of traditional TV ad creation, this new solution offers fast, flexible, and affordable access to premium video inventory, ideal for local businesses looking to advertise on TV and streaming.
Private 5G Deployment at TV 2 Denmark: Transforming Media Production

Private 5G Deployment at TV 2 Denmark: Transforming Media Production

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TV 2 Denmark, in collaboration with Cumucore, has deployed a private 5G network to support wireless camera workflows and high-quality live broadcasting. By moving away from commercial networks, the broadcaster has gained agility, speed, and control over its production infrastructure. This shift highlights how 5G enables flexible, secure, and efficient content creation—especially critical for live events, remote coverage, and temporary venues.
Verizon Brings 5G and Smart Tech to Highmark Stadium

Verizon Brings 5G and Smart Tech to Highmark Stadium

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Verizon joins the Buffalo Bills as a Founding Partner of Highmark Stadium, bringing 5G connectivity, sustainability-focused services, and smart venue technology to the team’s new home in Orchard Park. The partnership includes ownership of the DAS system, advanced operational tools, AR fan features, and exclusive Verizon customer activations—setting a new benchmark for connected sports venues by 2026.
Singtel Launches 5G+ with Nationwide Network Slicing for All Users

Singtel Launches 5G+ with Nationwide Network Slicing for All Users

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Singtel launches 5G+, introducing nationwide network slicing for both consumers and enterprises, a global first. This upgrade brings faster speeds, lower latency, stronger indoor coverage, and real-time cyber protection to over 1.5 million users. Singtel 5G+ enhances mobile connectivity with the 700MHz spectrum, priority plans, and app-based slicing for business-critical apps, aligning with Singapore’s Smart Nation goals.
Virgin Media O2 and Daisy Group Launch UK B2B Telecom Powerhouse

Virgin Media O2 and Daisy Group Launch UK B2B Telecom Powerhouse

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 Virgin Media O2 and Daisy Group have joined forces to form a £1.4B B2B telecom and IT services powerhouse, targeting UK enterprises with an integrated offering that includes private 5G, cloud, AI, and cybersecurity solutions. With Virgin Media O2 holding a 70% stake and Daisy 30%, the new entity aims to accelerate enterprise digital transformation, drive operational synergies, and compete against both traditional telcos and cloud-first players in a fast-evolving market.
OpenAI Stargate: Global AI Data Center Strategy Faces U.S. Tariff Delays

OpenAI Stargate: Global AI Data Center Strategy Faces U.S. Tariff Delays

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OpenAI’s Stargate project—a $500B plan to build global AI infrastructure—is facing delays in the U.S. due to rising tariffs and economic uncertainty. While the first phase in Texas slows, OpenAI is shifting focus internationally with “OpenAI for Countries,” a new initiative to co-build sovereign AI data centers worldwide. Backed by Oracle and SoftBank, Stargate is designed to support massive AI workloads and reshape global compute power distribution.
FCC Begins Review of Decades-Old Spectrum Sharing Rules to Unleash the Power of Space Innovation

EU Telecom Giants Push for Upper 6GHz Band Allocation for 6G

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Twelve major European telecom providers, including Vodafone and Deutsche Telekom, have jointly urged the EU to allocate the full upper 6GHz band (6.425–7.125 GHz) for mobile use, citing the spectrum’s critical role in future 6G deployment. With the U.S. and China already advancing in this area, operators warn that delays could jeopardize Europe’s digital leadership and hinder next-generation connectivity infrastructure.
AWS Invests Billion in Georgia Data Centers to Power AI Growth

Dirty Data in Data Centers: The Hidden Risk Undermining AI and Automation

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Dirty data in data centers undermines everything from AI accuracy to energy efficiency. With poor metadata, data drift, and dark data hoarding driving up costs and emissions, organizations must adopt DataOps, metadata tools, and a strong data culture to reverse the trend. Learn how clean data fuels smarter automation, compliance, and sustainability.
Why Affordable Broadband Needs a Modern Universal Service Fund

Why Affordable Broadband Needs a Modern Universal Service Fund

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Access to reliable broadband is essential for work, education, and healthcare—but millions of Americans remain disconnected due to high costs. This article explores how the Universal Service Fund (USF), once focused on phone access, must be modernized to support affordable internet in a digital-first economy. With the expiration of the Affordable Connectivity Program and growing legal uncertainty around USF funding, bold policy reform is urgently needed to close the broadband affordability gap and ensure digital equity.
IBM Accelerates GenAI Adoption with Hybrid Cloud, AI Agents & LinuxONE

IBM Accelerates GenAI Adoption with Hybrid Cloud, AI Agents & LinuxONE

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At THINK 2025, IBM accelerates GenAI adoption with new enterprise-ready tools—from watsonx AI agents to secure LinuxONE infrastructure and hybrid cloud automation. The company’s latest updates aim to move businesses from GenAI pilots to full-scale deployments with enhanced integration, accuracy, and performance.
Vodafone Expands Fixed-Line Role in UK Smart Metering Infrastructure

Vodafone Expands Fixed-Line Role in UK Smart Metering Infrastructure

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Vodafone is expanding its role in the UK smart metering upgrade by providing fixed-line connectivity between energy suppliers and the Data Service Platform (DSP). This move complements its existing mobile network role and positions Vodafone as a critical telecom partner in the UK’s digital energy transition, helping to advance national net-zero and smart grid goals.
Why AI Agents Are the Future of Enterprise Workflows

Why AI Agents Are the Future of Enterprise Workflows

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AI agents are transforming enterprise operations, acting as autonomous digital coworkers that enhance productivity, reduce costs, and support strategic decision-making. With a projected 327% growth by 2027, enterprises must adopt AI agents to remain competitive in an AI-first economy.
SK Telecom Data Breach: Analysis and Industry Impact

SK Telecom Data Breach: Analysis and Industry Impact

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The recent SK Telecom data breach, termed the industry’s worst by CEO Ryu Young-sang, led to a massive customer exodus and highlighted urgent cybersecurity needs. With 70,000 users lost, the telecom giant faces financial and legal challenges, emphasizing the critical role of robust data security measures.

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