European Commission toughens laws on OTT providers

In recent years, over-the-top (OTT) providers such as Viber, WhatsApp and Skype have steadily increased their presence in the market and their popularity with consumers.

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A2P opportunity for mobile network operators, OTTs and enterprises revealed in new Mitto / Juniper white paper

Mitto AG, a global SMS mobile messaging provider, has released a new white paper, “Driving Business Through A2P Messaging.” The paper, authored by Juniper Research, a global provider for industry

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Unified Communications: Service providers need to excel at managing the customer experience

As the Unified Communications (UC) market matures, more and more businesses are coming to rely on systems like Cisco’s UC suite and Microsoft’s Skype for Business.

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Ten years on: operators have the chance to finish what the iPhone started

Last week was the 10-year anniversary of the iPhone. On 9th January 2007, Steve Jobs first announced that Apple was to launch a device that would ‘re-invent the phone’ and

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Camfil turns to Interoute SD-WAN for network and data centre consolidation

Interoute, owner operator of a global cloud services platform and one of Europe’s largest networks, is transforming the IT estate of Camfil, the world leader in air filters for ventilation systems.

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OTT bypass fraud: Threat or opportunity?

In today’s connected world, the way we use technology to communicate is constantly evolving. The availability of fast mobile internet access, together with the increased adoption of smart phones, has

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Adapt fast or decline faster: How telecoms carriers can take on Silicon Valley’s tech giants – Part 1

According to industry analyst firm, Ovum, the telecoms industry will lose a combined US$386 billion between 2012 and 2018, as mobile-loving customers flock to over-the-top (OTT) voice applications, from technology giants, such

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Is the abolition of EU roaming charges an opportunity or threat for operators?

No one wants to return home from their holidays to a sky-high bill after using their mobile abroad. With international demand from consumers for roaming services continuing to grow at

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Users said to be switching messaging services to protect privacy over WhatsApp and Telegram vulnerabilities

One service, VIPole Secure Messenger, is reporting a 40% increase in user numbers in the last month following several incidents that have sparked concerns over apparent vulnerabilities in rival applications

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Mitel and O2 announce partnership to simplify business communications

Mitel and O2 have partnered in a move to help UK businesses reduce costs, complexity and support levels. The deal will ultimately boost customer service through simple, fully managed communications

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