In the rapidly changing world of telecommunications, the potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has gained significant attention. Recent statistics show that a staggering 60% of C-suite executives are already acknowledging its potential and plan to integrate AI into their operations by 2024. However, amidst the challenges faced by communications service providers (CSPs) and network equipment providers (NEPs) in cost management and network efficiency, the emergence of generative AI (gen-AI) holds immense promise. “The top three ways telecom operators can use AI to enhance their operations in 2024“
American Tower Corporation has entered into a definitive agreement with Data Infrastructure Trust (DIT), an Indian infrastructure investment trust sponsored by an affiliate of Brookfield Asset Management. As per the agreement, DIT will acquire 100% of the equity interests in American Tower’s operations in India, known as ATC India. “American Tower to sell ATC India operations in $2.5 billion deal”
KDDI, Cisco Systems and Fujitsu have announced the commencement of full-scale operations for the metro network on Oct. 1, 2023. The regional network combines the internet protocol (IP) layer network with the optical transmission layer network, creating a more streamlined operational experience. “KDDI, Cisco and Fujitsu launch metro network for streamlined operations”
BT announced the launch of the UK’s first Drone SIM to unlock the potential of beyond visual line of sight (BVLOs) drone operation across the UK. “BT launches drone SIM for BVLOS operations “
OneLayer has announced the expansion of its private cellular network security solutions to encompass the areas of operations and asset management, leveraging the same cyber-related capabilities. This will provide more value for additional stakeholders in the organisation.
Nokia announced it has deployed a private wireless network for Husky Terminal and Stevedoring, a terminal operator and stevedoring company based at the US Port of Tacoma, Tacoma, Washington. The deployment of secure, low latency private wireless connectivity allows Husky Terminal to concentrate on reinventing marine freight operations using innovative digital technologies to exceed customer expectations.
STC Group, an engine of digital transformation in MENA (Middle East and North Africa) region, announced that its subsidiary TAWAL has begun operations in Europe. The announcement follows completion of TAWAL’s acquisition of United Group’s telecom tower assets in Bulgaria, Croatia, and Slovenia on April 25th, 2023, as part of STC Group’s strategy to expand and grow, and after obtaining all necessary approvals from related regulatory organisations.
Telefónica Tech has inaugurated a new digital operations centre (DOC) at its Bogotá headquarters, in addition to the one that it opened last year in Madrid, to complement its global cyber security and cloud operations capabilities.
The GSMA has announced wholesale roaming trials for its telco blockchain network GSMA eBusiness Network to demonstrate the benefits of blockchain technology for mobile network operators (MNOs). Blockchain providers and roaming partners Omanteland Telkomselhave signed up to the GSMA eBusiness Network Accelerator programme to monitor inter-operator roaming processes, support roaming agreement negotiations and expedite billing and settlement. The trials will go live in June 2023.
Dialog Axiata Plc, Axiata Group Berhad and Bharti Airtel Limited, have entered into a binding term sheet to combine operations of Bharti Airtel Lanka (Private) Limited, Airtel’s subsidiary with Dialog, a subsidiary of Axiata Group Berhad. The proposed transaction envisages Airtel being granted a stake in Dialog, representing the fair value of Airtel Lanka. Airtel would accordingly be issued new shares in Dialog upon completion of the transaction.
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