SK Telecom (SKT) has partnered with Intel to develop a technology that significantly reduces communication latency within 6G Core networks. The Core network is the central gateway that routes voice and data traffic from mobile devices to the internet. As mobile networks evolve into 5G and 6G, increasing complexity inside the Core has led to … Read more

With an estimated 2.6 billion people worldwide still without Internet access, the demand for innovative, scalable solutions has never been more urgent. To address this gap, the Internet Society (ISOC), a non-profit organisation committed to promoting an open, secure and accessible Internet for everyone, has launched the Connectivity Co-Funding Initiative in partnership with Meta. This … Read more

British officials are reportedly set to approve limited use of Huawei equipment in the country’s 5G networks despite concerns led by the United States. According to Reuters, senior government departments met on Wednesday and recommended permitting the Chinese vendor to participate in a restricted capacity within national 5G infrastructure. A total ban on Huawei gear … Read more

European telecoms giant Telefónica has launched its own VoIP-based communications app, positioning itself against popular over-the-top (OTT) services that have captured billions in operator revenue in recent years. Operators across Europe have felt pressure from services such as Skype and WhatsApp. Companies including Telefónica, Deutsche Telekom and Vodafone have signaled plans to introduce their own … Read more

One of the telecommunications industry’s greatest challenges is managing the customer experience. Customer satisfaction is a key indicator of success, yet many telecom companies struggle to keep customers happy. Recent data from the UK Customer Satisfaction Index by The Institute of Customer Service highlights telecoms as one of the lowest-performing sectors for customer satisfaction. This … Read more

(Image Credit: iStockPhoto/BartekSzewczyk) CES remains one of the most important annual showcases for consumer technology, highlighting innovations that will soon shape everyday life. However, many of those new services and devices will only reach consumers smoothly if network operators upgrade and adapt their infrastructure to meet the increased demand. Kevin Forster, chairman of the Broadband … Read more

As the largest congress in the mobile industry returns to Barcelona next week, the excitement surrounding Mobile World Congress is well founded. Following the enormous success of MWC 2013, which drew some 72,000 attendees, expectations are high for this year’s event. Organised by the GSMA, the conference is planned and executed with meticulous attention to … Read more

(c)iStock.com/erhui1979 A recent Transparency International report reveals that major telecommunications companies frequently provide insufficient disclosure about their corporate holdings, complicating efforts to hold them accountable for their activities. This analysis, the organisation’s first focused assessment of corporate reporting among leading telecom firms, examined 35 of the largest companies worldwide. It found that 27 of these … Read more

For the utilities sector, smart metering represents a major advance in helping consumers understand where their money is being spent—especially as energy bills continue to rise—and in reducing overall energy consumption. As a key component of the expanding Internet of Things, the smart meter is widely regarded as the first step toward creating truly connected … Read more

With the UK’s 4G spectrum auctions now complete, the early scramble for market share will focus on corporate customers. Quality of service, consistent network availability and corporate-grade data insights will become essential differentiators for operators. Tony Over, Operations Director at M7 Managed Services, argues that first-mover advantage will be critical. The telco that quickly gains … Read more