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Telesat, a leading satellite operator, has partnered with SatixFy to develop and deliver Landing Station Baseband Units for its upcoming Lightspeed Network. These units will enable high-speed communication between Telesat’s Low Earth Orbit satellites and ground stations. The Lightspeed Network aims to provide global, high-speed, and low-latency broadband internet. The total agreement is valued at $39 million, with deliveries expected over 28 months. This partnership strengthens both companies’ positions in the satellite communication industry.
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Five years since its debut, 5G has delivered transformative benefits to industries, despite its gradual adoption among consumers. This in-depth review covers 5G’s development journey, its key impacts on manufacturing, logistics, and IoT applications, and regional rollout trends. Explore the real-world use cases where 5G is enhancing productivity and safety, the cybersecurity considerations essential for widespread adoption, and the technology’s alignment with sustainability goals. With practical insights from 5G’s early years, this review also explores lessons that will shape the next generation of connectivity.
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Hrvatski Telekom and Nokia have launched API pilot projects to accelerate 5G application development in Croatia. Using Nokia’s Network as Code platform, the collaboration provides developers with streamlined access to HT’s 5G network, enabling faster, innovative app creation across industries. This initiative strengthens Nokia’s API ecosystem, adding partners like Infobip and Elmo to unlock new use cases in real-time communication, teledriving, and beyond, setting a new standard for 5G-powered applications.
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Lumen Technologies and AWS join forces to transform network operations with generative AI capabilities. This partnership leverages Lumen’s fiber network and AWS’s advanced cloud technologies to create scalable, AI-powered network solutions. By enabling high-performance connectivity for generative AI applications, Lumen and AWS are set to redefine industries such as healthcare, media, and automotive through autonomous networks that optimize speed, security, and reliability.
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Fujitsu and AMD have signed a strategic partnership to develop sustainable AI and high-performance computing (HPC) platforms. This collaboration will combine AMD’s advanced GPU technology with Fujitsu’s low-power, high-performance processors, including the FUJITSU-MONAKA. Together, the companies aim to support open-source AI initiatives, promote energy-efficient computing, and expand the AI ecosystem globally, providing a sustainable computing infrastructure for a range of industries and cloud service providers.
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Huawei presents its AI-centric F5.5G network and “FOUR NEW” strategy, aiming to transform telecom networks through AI and fiber optics. Key initiatives include advanced broadband monetization, autonomous network operations, and AI-driven home ecosystems, creating new revenue channels and supporting digital intelligence services in the telecom industry.
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Apple is set to invest $1.1 billion in expanding satellite connectivity for iPhones through Globalstar, aiming to develop a new satellite constellation that enhances emergency services and connects users in remote locations. This expansion, including new satellites and infrastructure, highlights Apple’s commitment to uninterrupted mobile services, even in cellular dead zones.
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Accelerating 5G deployment in Latin America involves phasing out legacy 2G and 3G networks, freeing up valuable spectrum and resources. This shift streamlines operations, reduces costs, and enhances connectivity, enabling faster, more reliable mobile services. Learn key best practices, from network audits to stakeholder engagement and spectrum reallocation, that help telecom providers smoothly transition to next-gen 5G networks.
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AT&T introduces the first single-box solution combining fiber and 5G for businesses, offering seamless failover to 5G during fiber outages. Launching in early 2024, this integrated gateway supports reliable, high-speed connectivity, ensuring continuous business operations with features like automatic failover, Wi-Fi 6E, and cost-effective deployment. Designed to help companies avoid productivity losses during connectivity issues, AT&T’s device is ideal for service-driven businesses with multiple locations. Learn how AT&T’s new gateway can transform your business connectivity needs.
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Airtel Business reports a rising demand for private 5G networks among Indian enterprises, with industries like manufacturing and logistics seeking automation and IoT capabilities. Alok Shukla, SVP of Airtel Business, emphasized how private 5G solutions enable efficient operations and support digital transformation. With infrastructure spanning urban and rural India, Airtel continues expanding its network, providing industry-specific applications through advanced technologies like network slicing and tailored IoT solutions.
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Celona has launched Aerloc, a zero trust security suite for private 5G networks, tailored to the complex security needs of Industry 4.0. Aerloc integrates IT and OT with advanced security features like SIM-based authentication, real-time policy enforcement, and IT/OT segmentation, ensuring secure, low-latency connectivity and enhanced data integrity across industrial IoT networks.
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GitHub Copilot for Azure, now available in Visual Studio Code, empowers developers with an AI-driven assistant to streamline Azure management, deployment, and resource control directly from their coding environment. This tool minimizes time lost to context-switching by integrating Azure documentation, deployment assistance, and troubleshooting features within VS Code, making cloud development more efficient. Ideal for both seasoned Azure users and newcomers, Copilot for Azure transforms Azure workflows by simplifying complex tasks like provisioning, debugging, and managing resources.
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Campus, a two-year college, has introduced an Applied AI concentration within its Associate of Arts in Business Administration, incorporating OpenAI’s ChatGPT Edu tools. The program offers hands-on experience with real-world AI applications, preparing students for high-demand roles in industries increasingly shaped by AI technology. Enrollment begins January 2025.
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A study from Cambridge University and the Chinese Academy of Sciences warns that by 2030, generative AI could produce e-waste on an unprecedented scale, with projected volumes reaching millions of tons annually. As AI hardware life cycles shorten to meet the demand for computational power, researchers emphasize the urgent need for sustainable practices. Proposed solutions like hardware reuse, efficient component updates, and a circular economy approach could significantly mitigate AI’s environmental impact, potentially reducing e-waste by up to 86%.
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In a global first, Telstra and Ericsson trialed the AI-powered EACC rApp on Telstra’s live network via the Ericsson Intelligent Automation Platform (EIAP). This AI-driven solution enhances network automation by ensuring configuration consistency in real time, helping Telstra advance toward fully autonomous networks. With AI capabilities for self-optimization and self-correction, the EACC rApp improves network efficiency and reliability, offering valuable insights into the potential of AI in telecom to elevate performance and customer experience.
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Cisco and NEC’s expertise will be the key to implementing, maintaining, and supporting private 5G networks for enterprise customers directly or by collaborating with telcos globally, starting from Europe and the Middle East, according to a statement by NEC on Monday.
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GO, Malta’s leading provider of quad-play services, has enhanced its partnership with Elisa Polystar by integrating the KALIX Network Analytics portal. This addition enables GO to leverage AI-driven insights for real-time network monitoring and improved customer experience. The platform democratizes access to data, allowing various teams within GO to use insights for faster issue resolution and better decision-making. This expansion supports GO’s broader digital transformation strategy, including investments in 5G and advanced network services.
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BT Group is reportedly working with Citigroup on a potential sale of its financial services unit, Radianz. This move aligns with CEO Allison Kirkby’s plan to streamline BT’s operations and reduce costs. Acquired from Reuters in 2005, Radianz generates annual earnings of £60-70 million and could be sold for a few hundred million pounds. Alongside this, BT is also considering sales of operations in Ireland and Italy as part of Kirkby’s restructuring strategy.
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A recent study highlights how banks are leading in the adoption of generative AI (GenAI). With 60% of banking leaders already utilizing GenAI and 98% planning future use, financial services are seeing notable improvements in areas like risk management, compliance, and customer satisfaction. However, challenges like data privacy and regulatory issues remain. Discover more about banks’ investment in AI and their early returns.
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AST SpaceMobile, the innovator of space-based cellular broadband, has been awarded an initial contract with the U.S. Space Development Agency under the HALO program. This agreement opens doors for AST SpaceMobile to demonstrate its space-based communication technology in government applications, enhancing both national security and commercial connectivity.
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Levita Magnetics pioneers the world’s first AR-assisted robotic surgeries, combining the Meta Quest 3 headset and 3D visualization in Santiago, Chile. This breakthrough in surgical tech enhances precision and efficiency, setting a new standard in patient outcomes and offering future potential for telesurgery and AI integration.
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Qualcomm and Google are collaborating to bring advanced AI-powered voice assistants to vehicles, using Qualcomm’s Snapdragon Digital Chassis. This partnership aims to enhance driver safety and personalization by enabling real-time navigation, fatigue monitoring, and route suggestions. As AI becomes more integrated into cars, drivers can expect smarter, more responsive in-car systems that improve overall driving experiences and lay the foundation for future developments in autonomous technology.
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Singtel and Ericsson have partnered to launch an enhanced Network-as-a-Service solution aimed at streamlining network provisioning and service management for telcos and enterprises. By integrating Singtel’s Paragon platform with Ericsson’s Service Orchestration and Assurance, this collaboration offers a fully automated, API-enabled platform that accelerates the rollout of 5G and edge services, enabling CSPs to monetize new opportunities while improving service quality.
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Ericsson has launched the “Ericsson Hackathon 2024” in collaboration with key Indonesian government and academic partners to foster innovation in smart manufacturing. Focused on leveraging 5G technology and Generative AI, the hackathon invites participants to develop cutting-edge solutions addressing key challenges in the manufacturing sector. With a prize pool of USD 3,200 and hands-on mentorship, the event aims to accelerate Indonesia’s digital transformation toward Industry 4.0.
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BT Group has unveiled its first-ever self-powered mobile site in the Shropshire Hills, powered by 70% on-site renewable energy from solar panels and wind turbines. This innovative site delivers reliable 4G and 5G connectivity to EE customers and supports BT Group’s ambitious net zero targets by 2031, showcasing the company’s commitment to sustainable technology and energy efficiency.
