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OXIO announces expansion to support M2M connectivity

OXIO has announced a global expansion to serve multinational M2M customers in North America for their connectivity needs across the world.

OXIO now provides reliable connectivity to M2M and IoT devices across 800 networks in over 180 countries. The company has seen success in Mexico by enabling reliable and secure transactions at point-of-sale terminals throughout the country. With this global expansion, M2M companies can take advantage of resilient network coverage via one intuitive cloud-based platform and alleviate the need to work with multiple vendors across different countries.

“Companies continue to seek smarter and more efficient ways to connect and manage their M2M devices and systems, but the legacy telecom model was not built to be tailored to their use cases,” said Nicolas Girard, the founder and CEO of OXIO. “That’s why OXIO takes a technology-first approach to telecom, giving companies the ability to manage, change and monitor their network from our turnkey platform. We remove the ‘local’ element of telecom, enabling our customers to blend carriers and build a borderless global network suited to their needs with reliable, expansive and cost-effective coverage for their devices.”

The cellular M2M market is poised for substantial growth, driven by the surge in 4G and 5G technology adoption. This growth is facilitated by a wide range of applications, including asset tracking, telemedicine and fleet management. Reports anticipate the market growing from $14.39 billion in 2023 to $17.87 billion in 2024, and by 2028, it is expected that the market will grow to $42.14 billion. Cellular M2M market support is needed for the expanding applications of M2M in healthcare, smart agriculture solutions, automotive and the increasing adoption of 5G technology.

OXIO Offers a Flexible, Cost-Effective Solution with Powerful Data Visualizations

M2M businesses face significant challenges due to the inflexibility of traditional telecom models. Their typical fragmented approach makes it difficult for companies to understand device behavior at a global level, and reliance on single MNOs for connectivity leaves devices vulnerable to downtime during network outages or in areas with poor coverage, leading to revenue losses and dissatisfaction among customers and employees alike.

OXIO liberates organisations from navigating country-specific regulations, contracts and operator relationships in favor of one global partner. Using one unified, user-friendly platform, M2M businesses can streamline device connectivity deployment and management, eliminating the need for multiple vendors and regulatory hurdles.

In making security a priority, OXIO has implemented detailed data monitoring features, empowering M2M businesses to safeguard sensitive information, identify fraud and reduce malicious use of device SIM cards and data allowances.

With advanced features including comprehensive visualisations and dashboards, OXIO offers unparalleled visibility and control at a global scale. M2M users have the ability to monitor and track device behavior and consumption in near real-time, with the ability to self-manage and deactivate lines as needed. Additionally, OXIO offers flexible and customisable plans and billing, including data pooling, as well as global SIM provisioning, empowering M2M organisations to allocate data efficiently, scale at speed and reduce costs.

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Hughes enhances MENA satellite connectivity with Nilesat partnership

Hughes Network Systems (HUGHES), an EchoStar company has announced that Nilesat has purchased a Hughes JUPITER System Gateway and will use Hughes JUPITER terminals for its Nilesat 301 satellite. The implementation will begin in Q2 and is expected to be complete by the end of Q3 2024.

“The Nilesat vision is to be the role model for satellite services in the MENA region,” said Sameh Katta, the chairman and CEO of Nilesat. “After careful technical and commercial evaluation, we verified that the Hughes JUPITER System provided the efficiency, reliability, flexibility and high performance needed to help us offer the best service delivery to Nilesat subscribers.”

“The need for internet access is growing in the MENA region, and Hughes is pleased to be working with Nilesat to deliver access to rural areas,” said Vaibhav Magow, a vice president at Hughes. “Our JUPITER System is the de facto standard for satellite connectivity, and it will serve Nilesat very well.”

As the ground platform across the industry, the Hughes JUPITER System meets operator requirements with bandwidth and cost efficiencies, especially when compared with other satellite ground systems. The latest JUPITER technology incorporates software-defined satellite networking and dynamic in route reconfiguration for the highest possible efficiency. Additionally, a new “system-on-a-chip” in every user terminal, supports increasingly high speeds and a variety of services.

For more information about the Hughes JUPITER System, please visit the website.

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Nokia unveils in-wall ONT for enhanced enterprise optical LAN connectivity

Nokia has announced the launch of a new in-wall ONT for enterprise optical local area network (LAN) connectivity. The new product delivers gigabit speeds to provide a reliable, fast and secure broadband connection inside offices, hotels, hospitals, schools and other enterprise segments. The Nokia ONT is part of Nokia’s comprehensive Optical LAN portfolio designed to help enterprises meet environmental, social and governance (ESG) objectives.

With demand for gigabit services, IoT and file sharing applications growing, enterprises need to establish a LAN that can meet and stay ahead of evolving demands. Delivering a fraction of the complexity, space, energy and costs of a traditional copper-based LAN, Optical LAN uses fibre optic cables to provide a future-proof, high-capacity network alternative for in-building and campus connectivity that can help reduce energy costs by roughly 40%.

Nokia’s new ONT can help enterprises effectively extend the reach of their Optical LAN network to deliver more data capacity to employees using video, voice and data intense applications over the network. The ONT can power additional endpoint devices such as access points or cameras and can be securely mounted in the wall to help save space and reduce the chances for damage or theft. The new Nokia ONT for Optical LAN will be available in 2Q 2024.

Geert Heyninck, the general manager of broadband networks at Nokia, said: “Optical LAN is the right technology for enterprise connectivity today and in the future. Today, we have more than 600 customers, including hospitality, healthcare, airports and universities, that are deploying it with great success, and the number continues to grow. Helping to reduce TCO by as much as 50%, Optical LAN provides enterprises with significant operational and sustainable benefits that collectively can help reduce the energy and CO2 emissions of the IT networks they run.”

Julie Kunstler, the chief analyst, broadband access intelligence service at Omdia, said: “Optical LAN simply makes sense for enterprises. It´s environmentally sustainable, using passive components while reducing energy-consuming network elements. Furthermore, fibre-based LANs are adaptable, a key requirement in an ever-changing world. An Optical LAN will provide a future-proof LAN solution for years to come.”

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Intelsat and Cloudcast Digital expand satellite connectivity in India

Intelsat, operator of one of the world’s largest integrated satellite and terrestrial networks, and India-based Cloudcast Digital Limited (CDL), provider of technology-led satcom solutions and service, have expanded satellite communication connectivity using Intelsat’s FlexMove to deliver land mobile services to customers in hard-to-reach locations throughout India. CDL’s technology services are managed by Planetcast Media Services Limited (Planetcast). “Intelsat and Cloudcast Digital expand satellite connectivity in India”

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Viasat and Deutsche Telekom expand EAN for enhanced in-flight connectivity

Viasat and Deutsche Telekom have announced a ground network expansion for Viasat’s European Aviation Network (EAN) to further support in-flight broadband service in the Eastern part of the Mediterranean Sea. Set to meet growing demand from airline passengers, three new ground stations are now operating in the region to complement more than 300 ground network antenna sites already set up across Europe. These sites will provide enhanced capacity to EAN’s existing satellite coverage. “Viasat and Deutsche Telekom expand EAN for enhanced in-flight connectivity”

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Kalaam Telecom and Riedel Networks team up for global motorsport connectivity

Kalaam Telecom Group, is gearing up, in collaboration with Riedel Networks to cater to the needs of the largest motorsport series. With the race delivered in BahrainSaudi Arabia is gearing up next to deliver connecting the motorsport for the second consecutive year followed by the Middle East series. Kalaam’s delivery of the 2023 race series in BahrainSaudi ArabiaQatar and UAE proved to be a success and set the stage for continued success in the upcoming races. “Kalaam Telecom and Riedel Networks team up for global motorsport connectivity”

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Optus to boost indoor connectivity with Ericsson’s 5G Radio Dot

Optus is one of the first operators in the world to test the high-capacity wideband multi-operator Ericsson Radio Dot System, ahead of further deployment across the network. When deployed, this system will provide high-capacity 5G connectivity indoors enabling Australian enterprises to drive operational efficiencies by providing high-speed, ultra-low latency and improved 5G reliability to end users, supporting data demanding applications and devices. This will enable customers from various communications service providers, including Optus, to receive the indoor mobile phone coverage with the same quality, when the service providers connect their base station equipment to the multi operator radio dot system as well. “Optus to boost indoor connectivity with Ericsson’s 5G Radio Dot”

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