(Image Credit: iStockPhoto/Crdjan) G.fast is being promoted as the next major step in broadband technology because it can deliver very high speeds while reusing existing copper infrastructure. Developed by Alcatel‑Lucent’s Bell Labs, G.fast has undergone trials with operators worldwide, and Chunghwa Telecom is now the first to launch a commercial G.fast service. Mu‑Piao Shih, President … Read more

The business impact of changes to company communication technology systems can be difficult to measure immediately. Improvements in connectivity or centralized access to files may noticeably improve employees’ day-to-day experience without producing an instant effect on financial results. Incremental upgrades and system improvements often produce far-reaching results over time. What begins as a better way … Read more

With 5G rolling out and the Internet of Things accelerating, we are entering the Fourth Industrial Revolution. This new era promises unprecedented automation, convenience, and connectivity, and presents significant opportunities for Communication Service Providers (CSPs). Yet alongside these opportunities come fresh challenges. As CSPs move into a lucrative industrial market, operations and service delivery will … Read more

Databricks, a leader in data and AI, has introduced a unified Data Intelligence Platform specifically designed for telecommunications providers. The platform delivers an integrated foundation for telcos’ data and AI initiatives, enabling a comprehensive view of networks, operations, and customer interactions while maintaining strong data privacy and protecting proprietary information. Built on an open lakehouse … Read more

Streaming movies and music is a primary reason people buy a device like the iPad, so when streaming doesn’t work as expected it can be deeply frustrating. Many users discover that certain content simply won’t play and emotions run high. Some of these issues stem from limitations in the iPad’s operating system and the way … Read more

Let’s be clear: Amazon’s purchase of a package of Premier League rights is, for now, simply a foot in the door — a way to test the waters rather than a full-scale takeover. When the major broadcasting deals were announced in February — with Sky and BT Sport taking the main packages for £4.464 billion … Read more

US National Security Advisor John Bolton said during a visit to the UK that Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s government will reassess the Huawei issue “from square one.” Bolton is the most senior US official to visit Prime Minister Johnson since he took office last month. The United States has repeatedly warned its allies—especially those in … Read more

The GSMA has outlined several reasons it expects the United States to lead global 5G adoption in the coming years. In a recent report, the GSMA projects the U.S. will reach 100 million 5G connections by 2023 and grow to 190 million by 2025. Throughout this period, the organization expects the U.S. to maintain the … Read more

A new report shows that video viewing habits are shifting rapidly, creating a significant data challenge for enterprise technology leaders. For the first time, apps now account for the majority of broadcaster television viewing in the UK, representing 52.7% of total consumption versus 48.3% for traditional linear broadcast. Linear share has declined sharply from 52.9% … Read more

NEC has developed a compact Power Amplifier Module (PAM) designed to reduce energy consumption in 5G base station radio units. Mobile operators are facing rising operational costs as 5G networks densify. Because 5G often uses higher frequency bands than 4G, the coverage area of a single radio unit (RU) is smaller. That physical limitation forces … Read more