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Global firms join SONIC Labs initiative for Open RAN testing

Ryan Daws — Thu, 25 Apr 2024 09:04:21 +0000

Digital Catapult has announced that its SONIC Labs initiative, focused on developing Open RAN technology, is launching a new phase with the introduction of several international companies into its program. These companies will utilise the newly established outdoor testing facility in West London, exploring the practical applications and benefits of Open RAN in a real-world... Read more »

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UKTIN launches plan to boost telecoms ecosystem

Ryan Daws — Thu, 27 Apr 2023 09:00:05 +0000

The UK Telecoms Innovation Network (UKTIN) has launched a plan to boost research, development and innovation within the UK telecoms industry. The aim of the inclusive industry forum is to help organisations accelerate R&D investment, collaboration and commercialisation of emerging technologies. Nick Johnson, Head of UKTIN, said: “The launch of our services is a pivotal... Read more »

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Eight 5G solution providers join Ofcom and Digital Catapult-led OpenRAN initiative

Ryan Daws — Thu, 25 Feb 2021 17:39:12 +0000

Eight 5G solution providers have joined an OpenRAN initiative led by UK telecoms regulator Ofcom and innovation centre Digital Catapult called SONIC. The vendor-neutral and interoperable equipment OpenRAN delivers is seen as being the solution to disrupting the perceived monopoly held by the large telecoms vendors—helping to drive innovation, improve security, offer flexibility, and reduce... Read more »

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