The UK government is urging telecommunications companies to prioritise using and sharing existing infrastructure, such as telegraph poles and ducts, before installing new poles for broadband rollout. In a letter to the industry, Julia Lopez, Minister of State for Data and Digital Infrastructure, highlighted rising public concern over the “duplication of overhead fibre networks” across … Read more

AT&T has begun labeling devices connected to its gigabit LTE network with a “5G E” indicator, a move that has drawn ridicule and criticism from competitors. T-Mobile kicked off the reaction with a pointed bit of trolling on its Twitter account, highlighting consumer frustration and skepticism about the label. John Legere, T‑Mobile’s outspoken CEO at … Read more

(Image Credit: iStockPhoto/filo) It’s often said that the average Parisian spends nearly four years of their life hunting for a parking space. That’s remarkable—and what if that time could be cut in half to about two years? Most Parisians would welcome that change. While this example may sound like a simple analogy, it carries important … Read more

Average recovery costs after a cyberattack are rising, while many enterprise resilience programs are slipping backward. Extended downtime is eroding revenue and undermining operational stability across organisations. The role of the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) has long centred on keeping intruders out. That focus is shifting. Security leaders are moving from sole emphasis on … Read more

Mobile messaging is undergoing a dramatic shift as legacy tools rapidly lose relevance and new, richer experiences take their place. Juniper Research’s “Mobile Messaging Tech Horizon 2025” report highlights a clear divide between outdated messaging methods and the next generation of interactive, media-rich channels. The research confirms what many businesses and consumers already sense: the … Read more

(c)iStock.com/David Whalen Australian telecommunications company Telstra has announced the acquisition of enterprise application development firm Readify to accelerate digital transformation for enterprise customers both domestically and internationally, according to a press release. Readify employs around 200 people across Australia and provides a broad range of services across enterprise and mobile technology stacks. The company has … Read more

TelecomsTech (TT) spoke with Stewart Hefferman (SH), CEO of Warwick Warp, at Telecoms Tech World in London this week about the growing capabilities of biometric identity and personalization. Hefferman previously served as CEO of OmniPerception, a facial recognition and matching system operating under the Digital Barriers brand. With extensive experience in biometrics, he was well-placed … Read more

Whether you’re a Microsoft or Apple enthusiast, the Surface Pro has demonstrated that a tablet can be every bit as capable as the iPad—perhaps even more so. Able to run full x86 desktop applications and games (think Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Maya, Diablo III) while offering a wide range of connectivity options and a physical keyboard, … Read more

Ofcom, the UK telecoms regulator, has proposed dividing the 6 GHz band between mobile and Wi‑Fi services, creating Europe’s first shared spectrum model. The plan aims to provide a practical roadmap for managing increasingly congested wireless environments by enabling coexistence rather than awarding the full band to a single technology. By adopting a prioritised, shared … Read more

Freeview Play is a new service from the well-known digital TV platform that aims to rival YouView by offering a wide range of catch-up and on-demand content — all without a subscription fee. We want to keep television fair and open for everyone. Due to launch later this year, Freeview Play will be available subscription-free … Read more