The mobile payments market continues to attract attention, with many predicting a major expansion. While numerous providers will persist in the near term, the long-term outlook points toward gradual consolidation and greater convergence. These perspectives emerged during an expert panel at Apps World Europe, which focused on payment platforms, billing and monetisation strategies. Dennis Jones, … Read more
The UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) has equipped Royal Air Force (RAF) Force Protection personnel with Globalstar’s SPOT Gen4 satellite GPS messengers to enhance safety during training exercises. Force Protection is the RAF’s ground combat element focused on securing the ground domain to enable air operations. Known for operating both domestically and overseas, Force Protection … Read more
Wi‑Fi Alliance has introduced a certification program called Wi‑Fi CERTIFIED Home Design, which establishes industry guidelines to help home builders deliver professionally planned network installations. The best practices defined by this program ensure consistent Wi‑Fi coverage throughout the entire residence, including outdoor areas such as garages and patios. The program also promotes seamless integration with … Read more
Cornwall-based provider Wildanet has received a £36 million award from the UK government to extend high-speed broadband to thousands of rural premises. These contracts will allow Wildanet to deliver full-fibre connectivity to historically underserved communities across Cornwall. Up to 19,250 homes and businesses are expected to be connected under the programme. Helen Wylde, Chief Executive … Read more
A whitepaper from 5G Americas highlights that 6G development is centered on a technology known as Integrated Sensing and Communications (ISAC), which could effectively transform national mobile networks into extensive, real-time sensing systems similar to radar. ISAC operates on a radar-like principle: a mobile base station transmits a radio signal that reflects off objects in … Read more
Despite earlier rumours, the Huawei P30 Pro does not include 5G support. Telecoms attended Huawei’s latest handset launch, where the company highlighted its strengths not only in smartphones but also in telecoms infrastructure. Given that emphasis, it felt like Huawei might use that expertise to claim an early spot among 5G smartphone makers. However, the … Read more
Your home or office computer may contain a significant amount of confidential business data. I recommend registering with a reputable remote data backup service for business so your files are securely stored and accessible when you need them. With an online data backup strategy in place, you won’t have to worry about data loss from … Read more
As 2G and 3G networks age and tariff structures grow more complex, 4G presents a timely chance for Communications Service Providers (CSPs) to reposition their businesses, increase profitability and move beyond traditional roles toward Over-The-Top (OTT) style services. Investor uncertainty and a clear shift in customer behavior—from voice-centric to data-centric usage—mean that CSPs cannot rely … Read more
The UK’s annual assessment of potential security risks from Chinese telecoms firm Huawei has not been published for nearly two years, prompting concerns about government transparency and accountability. According to reports, the decision to withhold the Huawei Cyber Security Evaluation Centre (HCSEC) annual report was taken under the then-culture secretary, Nadine Dorries. The HCSEC report … Read more
(Image Credit: iStockPhoto/rkankaro) As expected, the European Commission has decided to block the proposed merger between Three UK and O2. The Commission concluded that even with concessions offered by Three’s owner, Hutchison CK, the deal would have harmed competition and consumers in the UK mobile market. Commissioner Margrethe Vestager, responsible for competition policy, explained the … Read more