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SoftBank reports strong Q1 results amid 5G and AI expansions

Ryan Daws — Tue, 06 Aug 2024 11:16:52 +0000

SoftBank has announced its consolidated financial results for the first quarter of the fiscal year, showcasing robust performance and strategic initiatives aimed at long-term growth. The report highlights significant year-on-year improvements across key financial metrics. For the three months ended June 30, 2024, SoftBank reported: The earnings per share also saw an uptick, with basic... Read more »

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Bridging the digital divide: How a coalition is tackling smartphone affordability

Dashveenjit Kaur — Fri, 12 Jul 2024 11:46:21 +0000

The digital divide, a chasm that has long separated billions from the opportunities of the internet age, may soon begin to narrow. This week, the GSM Association (GSMA) announced the formation of the “Handset Affordability Coalition,” a pioneering alliance of mobile operators, device manufacturers, international organisations, and financial institutions. This global initiative aims to revolutionise... Read more »

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Ericsson unveils vision for digital transformation in Thailand

Ryan Daws — Thu, 04 Jul 2024 14:29:44 +0000

Ericsson has set its sights on driving the digital transformation of Thailand, leveraging its robust 5G infrastructure and global expertise. The company’s vision, unveiled today, aims to accelerate Thailand’s journey towards becoming a digital economy. Central to Ericsson’s plans is the newly completed 5G Innovation and Experience Studio at Thailand Digital Valley. Established in collaboration... Read more »

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Dutch 5G auction: KPN, Odido, and VodafoneZiggo secure crucial spectrum

Ryan Daws — Tue, 02 Jul 2024 11:31:40 +0000

Netherlands’ telecoms regulator announced this week that KPN, Odido, and VodafoneZiggo have each successfully acquired 100 MHz of spectrum in the coveted 3.5GHz band. The long-awaited auction, which raised a total of €174.4 million, saw each operator secure their spectrum allocation for just over the reserve price. KPN invested €58.4 million, VodafoneZiggo paid €57.5 million,... Read more »

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Nokia and Telefónica partner to boost Spanish private 5G networks

Ryan Daws — Mon, 01 Jul 2024 14:53:07 +0000

Nokia and Telefónica have announced a three-year agreement to develop the private 5G network market in Spain. The collaboration aims to enhance productivity, worker safety, and sustainability across key mission-critical industries such as ports, manufacturing, and logistics. Under the terms of the agreement, Nokia will deploy 100 units of its advanced solutions, including Digital Automation... Read more »

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Bringing SpaceX to the wild: Is Starlink Mini right for backpackers?

Muhammad Zulhusni — Tue, 25 Jun 2024 10:32:30 +0000

SpaceX has introduced Starlink Mini, a new portable solution to access the internet-from-space service that is already in use on boats, planes, by “van-lifers,” in Amazonian villages, and in rural homes across over 75 countries. The Verge reports that the new Starlink Mini is a DC-powered device as thick as a laptop and incorporates a... Read more »

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AST SpaceMobile stock soars following Verizon partnership announcement

Muhammad Zulhusni — Thu, 30 May 2024 12:46:18 +0000

AST SpaceMobile, a provider of satellite-to-phone services, saw its stock soar recently after announcing a partnership with Verizon. This deal follows the company’s recent agreement with AT&T to provide remote coverage across the United States. AST SpaceMobile is constructing satellites to deliver broadband service directly to unmodified smartphones, tapping into the emerging “direct-to-device” communications market.... Read more »

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Vodafone Business Ireland and RingCentral unveil solution to facilitate collaboration across devices

Duncan MacRae — Wed, 22 May 2024 10:46:56 +0000

Vodafone Business Ireland and RingCentral, a provider of AI-driven cloud business communications, contact centre, video and hybrid event solutions, have launched of Vodafone Business UC with RingCentral to organizations of all sizes in Ireland. Already accessible in Italy, Spain, Portugal, Germany and the UK, this solution enables businesses to facilitate seamless communication and collaboration for... Read more »

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BT and Global to upgrade legacy payphones through 10-year digital partnership

Duncan MacRae — Wed, 27 Mar 2024 09:24:56 +0000

BT and Global, the Media & Entertainment Group, have formed a 10-year partnership to upgrade the nation’s legacy payphones and roll out more digital hubs for local communities. The partnership is expected to provide better connectivity and hyper-local advertising in more than 200 towns and cities across the UK. Global will also continue to represent... Read more »

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Global UCaaS market to reach more than 131m users by 2028

Duncan MacRae — Mon, 25 Mar 2024 10:16:06 +0000

The global Unified Communications as a Service (UCaaS) market is set to grow to more than 131 million users by the end of 2028, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.3% over the next five years. This is according to research by Cavell, a research and consulting firm specialising in the telecommunications industry. Cavell’s... Read more »

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