Deutsche Telekom is furthering its support for blockchain technology by becoming a node operator for Chainlink, a leading oracle network that supplies external data to smart contracts. T-Systems, a Deutsche Telekom subsidiary focused largely on Internet of Things (IoT) solutions, will run the node. T-Systems provides integrated services ranging from secure operation of legacy systems … Read more

BT has reached an agreement with Nokia to replace Huawei equipment in EE’s 5G network as well as components in its earlier-generation networks. BT, the United Kingdom’s largest telecom operator, acquired EE for £12.5 billion in 2016. Historically, EE used Huawei equipment for 2G and 4G networks, and BT itself maintained a long-standing relationship with … Read more

Telecoms giant Orange is preparing to re-enter the South African and Nigerian markets within months to pursue significant growth opportunities in both countries. Speaking to the French financial daily Les Echos, Orange CEO Stéphane Richard said: “It could make sense to be in economies such as Nigeria and South Africa. If one considers there are … Read more

Today the European Commission adopted an ambitious “connected continent” proposal that would push telecom operators to eliminate roaming charges by 2014. If approved, the plan also sets reasonable caps for call rates and introduces rules designed to stimulate investment and protect users. Mobile operators have strongly criticized the proposal, arguing that removing roaming fees entirely … Read more

Twitter recently intensified its efforts to label and correct misinformation linking 5G to COVID-19, though the company admits it sometimes applied those labels too broadly. Most conspiracy theories are little more than an annoyance you can scroll past. But the pandemic has amplified fear, pushing some people to act in dangerous and reckless ways. If … Read more

Ericsson’s latest Consumer and Industry Insight report highlights six clear recommendations from consumers that mobile operators must address to build a solid foundation for 5G adoption. Described as the largest consumer study on 5G expectations to date, “Towards a 5G consumer future” gathers input from the equivalent of 800 million smartphone users worldwide. The report … Read more

End-of-year message from acting CEO reports 2012 sales revenue of more than $35bn and net profit of about $2.4bn Chinese telecommunications manufacturer Huawei experienced a busy and sometimes turbulent 12 months. After becoming the world’s largest telecom equipment vendor in July, overtaking Ericsson, the company faced intense scrutiny later in the year, including testimony before … Read more

The European Union’s AI Act, effective from 1 August 2024 across all 27 member states, establishes a comprehensive regulatory framework for artificial intelligence applications within the EU. The Act categorizes AI systems according to their potential to cause harm: systems deemed to create unacceptable risk are prohibited, while high-risk applications are subject to rigorous rules … Read more

Opinion Despite substantial investment over the years, connectivity gaps — or “black spots” — persist, not only in remote rural locations but even in central London. As data-intensive mobile applications become a standard part of daily life, these gaps carry real consequences for businesses, residents and public services. For example, a company considering relocation within … Read more

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has officially announced the existence of the National Cyber Force (NCF) after months of speculation. On Thursday, the Prime Minister pledged £24.1 billion to the military over the next four years to strengthen the UK’s defence posture, making Britain the largest defence spender in Europe and the second-largest in NATO … Read more