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Award Category: Private Network Excellence in Public Safety
Winner: Cumucore
Partner: Ripsim, Mosolabs, Starlink
When Hurricane Helene struck Western North Carolina, it left behind severe physical destruction and a critical communication crisis, isolating communities from essential resources and emergency services. In response, Cumucore, in collaboration with Ripsim, Mosolabs, and Starlink, deployed a resilient and scalable private mobile network that rapidly restored essential connectivity where it was needed most. This innovative deployment earned Cumucore the 2024 TeckNexus “Private Network Excellence in Public Safety” award, recognizing their transformative use of private network technology to enhance disaster response and ensure reliable communication for affected areas during emergencies.
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Award Category: Private Network Excellence in Agriculture
Winner: Invences &
Partner: Trilogy Networks
Invences Inc., in collaboration with Trilogy Networks, has been recognized with the 2024 TeckNexus “Private Network Excellence in Agriculture” award for their pioneering deployment of a private 5G network tailored to transform farming operations. Implemented at a large-scale agricultural project in Fargo, North Dakota, this innovative collaboration drives digital transformation in agriculture through precision farming, real-time monitoring, AI-driven insights, and seamless data integration across rural and remote environments. Their efforts exemplify how 5G technology can revolutionize agricultural productivity and sustainability, setting new standards for efficiency and innovation in the sector.
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Award Category: Private Network Excellence in Smart Cities
Winners: NTT DATA & Nokia
Partner: City of Brownsville
NTT DATA, in partnership with Nokia, has received the prestigious TeckNexus 2024 award for “Private Network Excellence in Smart Cities” for being selected to deploy a private 5G network in Brownsville, Texas. Thanks to these efforts, Brownsville is transforming from one of the least connected cities in the United States into a smart, connected hub pushing the boundaries of digital innovation.
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Award Category: Private Network Excellence in Construction
Winners: Samsung & NAVER Cloud
Partner: Hoban Construction
Samsung and NAVER Cloud have been recognized with the 2024 TeckNexus “Private Network Excellence in Construction” award for their deployment of a private 5G network at Hoban Construction’s large-scale apartment project. This solution transformed construction site operations by addressing critical challenges in safety, efficiency, and communication. By enabling real-time monitoring, seamless integration of next-generation applications, and enhanced operational productivity, Samsung and NAVER Cloud’s private 5G network has set a new standard for optimizing construction processes, delivering advancements in site management and connectivity.
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The U.S. Department of Defense has unveiled its strategy for deploying private 5G networks to enhance operational capabilities, connectivity, and security across military installations. This initiative, tied to the DoD’s modernization plans, focuses on mission-specific 5G solutions, streamlined acquisitions, and Open RAN innovation.
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The CEOs of SK Telecom, KT, and LG Uplus met with South Korea’s Science Minister to push for stronger government support for AI investment. Key discussions focused on public-private collaboration, tax incentives, and regulatory reforms to drive AI innovation and maintain South Korea’s telecom competitiveness.
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When Apple declared that LLMs can’t reason, they forgot one crucial detail: a hammer isn’t meant to turn screws. In our groundbreaking study of Einstein’s classic logic puzzle, we discovered something fascinating. While language models initially stumbled with pure reasoning – making amusing claims like “Plumbers don’t drive Porsches” – they excelled at an unexpected task.
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The article discusses the potential of Small, Specialized, and Symbolic Learning Machines (SLMs) in Behavioral Intelligence (BI) Artificial Intelligence (AI) decision engines. Unlike traditional machine learning models, SLMs use symbolic reasoning to make decisions and provide clear explanations for their predictions. This transparency is crucial in sensitive areas where decision-making explanations are essential. The article explores various applications of SLMs in BI AI decision engines and concludes that SLMs offer a promising pathway towards more energy-efficient and sustainable AI, reducing computational demands and enabling edge deployment while providing comparable performance for specific tasks.
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Miller Electric partners with T-Mobile to revolutionize Jacksonville’s public transit using a 5G private network, enhancing the performance and safety of autonomous vehicles in the Ultimate Urban Circulator program. This collaboration highlights how advanced 5G solutions ensure seamless, real-time communication, paving the way for efficient and secure smart city transportation systems.
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At the SK AI Summit 2024, SK Telecom introduced Aster, a powerful AI personal assistant poised to revolutionize global digital interactions. Designed for a global market and set for beta release in North America, Aster offers a personalized experience by integrating advanced AI capabilities with a robust infrastructure. With SK Telecom’s innovative AI Infrastructure Superhighway, Aster can seamlessly manage tasks, organize schedules, and simplify planning for users worldwide.
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Brightseed’s AI platform, Forager®, has been recognized by TIME as one of 2024’s Best Inventions. Designed to revolutionize bioactive discovery, Forager accelerates the identification and validation of health-boosting compounds from nature, supporting advancements in functional foods, dietary supplements, and specialized nutrition. This prestigious accolade highlights Forager’s role in connecting human health with natural compounds through AI. Brightseed’s partnerships with leading companies and institutions underscore Forager’s impact, revealing hidden health benefits and promoting sustainable health innovations for consumers worldwide.
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AI agents are transforming customer service, making interactions faster and more efficient while addressing consumer demand for transparency and trust. This shift, highlighted in recent Salesforce research, shows growing consumer preference for AI-powered support for routine inquiries and fast resolutions. As businesses integrate AI agents, they benefit from reduced costs, consistency across channels, and enhanced data-driven personalization, especially in retail and service industries. Trust and transparency remain key, as consumers seek clear indicators when interacting with AI, with a preference for escalation options to human representatives.
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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.
