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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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Podcast: Harnessing the power of IoT and AI – The age of Connectivity Twins

In this insightful episode of our technology-focused podcast, host Antony Savvas, International Technology Editor, delves into the evolving landscape of the Internet of Things (IoT) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) with industry expert Gabriel Salvate from BICS. They explore the concept of ‘connectivity twins’ and its pivotal role in efficient operations within various sectors. Gabriel sheds light on the integration of AI and data analytics in IoT, transforming mundane objects into smart, interconnected systems. Plus, get a glimpse into the future with a discussion on Amazon’s innovative drone delivery system. 

“Podcast: Harnessing the power of IoT and AI – The age of Connectivity Twins”
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SaskTel invests $10.2 million in 3800 MHz spectrum to enhance 5G connectivity 

SaskTel announced it has invested $10.2 million to acquire 3800 MHz wireless spectrum licenses covering Saskatchewan. In combination with its existing 5G wireless spectrum holdings, these new airwaves will allow SaskTel to unlock the true power of its 5G network and deliver next-generation connectivity to customers across the province. “SaskTel invests $10.2 million in 3800 MHz spectrum to enhance 5G connectivity “

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Viasat and Deutsche Telekom extend commitment to in-flight connectivity in Europe

Viasat and Deutsche Telekom have announced a new, long-term agreement that binds the companies’ commitment to providing in-flight connectivity (IFC) formula to airline partners across the European Aviation Network (EAN). EAN launched in 2019, powered by Deutsche Telekom and Inmarsat, a business recently acquired by Viasat. “Viasat and Deutsche Telekom extend commitment to in-flight connectivity in Europe”

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AST SpaceMobile achieves space-based 5G cellular broadband connectivity for everyday smartphones

AST SpaceMobile, Inc. has announced another leap in telecommunications by making the 5G connection for voice and data between an everyday, unmodified smartphone and a satellite in space. The engineers of the company demonstrated space-based 5G connectivity by placing a call from Maui, Hawaii, USA, to a Vodafone engineer in Madrid, Spain, using AT&T spectrum and AST SpaceMobile’s BlueWalker 3 test the satellite commercial communications array deployed in low Earth orbit

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Qualcomm’s Snapdragon auto connectivity platform to bring 5G capabilities to JLR’s modern luxury

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and JLR announced that the companies will work together to bring 5G capabilities to select JLR vehicles across its brands Range Rover, Defender, Discovery and Jaguar. As a part of JLR’s efforts in building a sustainability-rich vision of modern luxury by design, the ongoing technology collaboration between Qualcomm Technologies and JLR aims to support advanced and integrated digital cockpit and infotainment systems to JLR’s new vehicles.

“Qualcomm’s Snapdragon auto connectivity platform to bring 5G capabilities to JLR’s modern luxury”
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Bayobab’s National Long-Distance operator license boosts Nigeria’s connectivity

Bayobab Group announce that it has been granted a National Long-Distance operator License by regulatory authorities in Nigeria. This license ushers in a new era of connectivity that is essential to meeting the surging demand for data within the country’s borders. Bayobab’s subsidiary in Nigeria is now empowered to facilitate long-distance traffic, opening doors to enhanced communication and collaboration.

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Vodafone, Amazon’s Project Kuiper to extend connectivity in Africa, Europe

Vodafone and Project Kuiper, Amazon‘s low earth orbit satellite (LEO) communications initiative, have announced a collaboration. Through this collaboration Vodafone and Vodacom plan to use Project Kuiper’s network to extend the reach of 4G/5G services to more of their customers in Europe and Africa.

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