An Ookla analysis covering the first half of 2021 finds that 5G networks in the United Kingdom are improving in speed and lifting consumer sentiment. When a new mobile generation first appears, the benefits are not always obvious to the general public. Initial expectations for dramatic download speed increases don’t always match early real-world results, … Read more
It’s an eventful time for UK mobile operator EE, the joint venture formed by Orange and T-Mobile. The carrier is once again increasing its 4G speeds. Alongside that upgrade, the company is introducing “shared plans” and pushing back at rival marketing claims. EE CEO Olaf Swantee has confirmed the faster 4G service will first roll … Read more
Expenses / Payment The rise of the mobile wallet has been one of the most significant technology trends in recent years. Increasing numbers of retailers, leisure venues and transport hubs now use NFC readers at checkouts, enabling customers to make instant payments by tapping an NFC-enabled handset. Payments can be debited directly from a bank … Read more
Cybercriminals are increasingly exploiting legitimate user accounts to gain access to corporate networks, making account takeover a preferred tactic for threat actors. These findings come from IBM’s 2024 X-Force Threat Intelligence Index. The report, based on monitoring more than 150 billion security events per day across over 130 countries, shows attackers are favoring compromised credentials … Read more
(c)iStock.com/DrAfter123 According to industry research, the number of devices connected through the Internet of Things (IoT) is set to grow dramatically. Whatever the exact forecasts, mobile network operators (MNOs) can expect a sharp rise in devices communicating over their networks. This surge will demand a fundamental rethink of the infrastructure that supports these services. If … Read more
Open standards are intended to bring traditional competitors together to advance their industry, reduce confusion, and deliver a smoother experience for end users. Unfortunately, confusion about the standards themselves often prevents that ideal collaboration from taking shape. Imagine if each country still had multiple incompatible power sockets, and every device required a different outlet. The … Read more
BAI Communications is rebranding as Boldyn Networks and will establish its global headquarters in London. The company, a leading global neutral host provider, will continue to operate independently from BAI Australia while expanding its footprint across North America and Europe. Backed by the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board, this strategic repositioning supports Boldyn Networks’ ambitious … Read more
The latest Cyber Security Breaches Survey reveals a mixed picture of organisational resilience, with clear differences between small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and larger companies. While some SMEs reported fewer breaches this year, the overall cyber threat environment remains serious—especially for larger organisations—driven in part by a rise in ransomware attacks. Commissioned by the UK … Read more
The latest Cyber Security Breaches Survey reveals a mixed picture of organisational resilience, with clear differences between small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and larger companies. While some SMEs reported fewer breaches this year, the overall cyber threat environment remains serious—especially for larger organisations—driven in part by a rise in ransomware attacks. Commissioned by the UK … Read more
For the telecommunications industry, 2019 marked a turning point: the rollout of 5G. Service providers raced to deploy 5G networks that promise to power the next generation of smart devices and expand the Internet of Things (IoT). With dramatically higher bandwidth, ultra-low latency and wider geographic coverage, 5G creates new business opportunities and enables an … Read more