The Scottish government has issued a new contract notice to start an evaluation study to determine the ‘Value for Money’ (VfM) of the country's R100 (reaching 100% superfast broadband) project.
Reports and Coverage
European Telecommunications: The Search for Sustainability, Technological Innovation, and Responsible Financing
As sustainability takes center stage in the telecommunications industry, it has become an important factor in shaping telcos' business strategies and operations. While individual 5G equipment is more energy efficient than its predecessors, the demand for larger and denser networks creates a challenge by increasing overall direct energy consumption. As energy prices continue to climb, telcos are faced with a critical question: how can they balance their sustainability objectives with the need to support broader decarbonization efforts?
Fast-Tracking Britain: 'Faster Britain' Bus Promotes Gigabit-Capable Full-Fiber Network
The Faster Britain bus has been launched at ITS's headquarters in Daresbury. The branded double-decker will travel the length and breadth of the country to promote the company's gigabit-capable full-fiber network, which was designed specifically for the United Kingdom’s business use.
Armenia's Technology Triumph: UAE's Record Investment Drives Innovation Surge
Armenia is rapidly establishing itself as a prominent force in the global technology arena, fueled by substantial support from the United Arab Emirates (UAE), which has emerged as a key investor in the country's tangible economic sectors.
Netherlands Supports EU AI Act in EUR 200 Million Action Plan
The Dutch government has unveiled its vision for generative AI, promising to invest more than EUR 200 million to encourage local investment while backing provisional European Union (EU) AI Act legislation.
Zayo Group's 'Near-Net' Expansion to Deliver 100G Connectivity to Western Europe
Zayo Group has announced that its near-net expansion will provide thousands of businesses in Europe with up to 100G of connectivity.
Comex 2000 Advances Broadband Coverage to Scotland
Comex 2000, an outsource telecoms provider, has partnered with Virgin Media O2 to improve regional broadband coverage in Scotland.
T-Mobile Achieves World’s First Six-Carrier Aggregation in 5G Network
T-Mobile US, in collaboration with Ericsson and Qualcomm, has achieved a remarkable accomplishment in 5G technology. On its live production 5G network, the company successfully conducted the world's first six-channel aggregation (6CA) call using sub-6GHz spectrum.
London Mayor Confirms Open Access Wi-Fi Option Plan
Sadiq Khan, Mayor of London, has launched a consultation on the possibility of a free Wi-Fi network throughout the city.
Three Ireland Partners with Ericsson to Launch 5G SA Technology
Three, Ireland's largest mobile network, has become the first Irish operator to launch 5G Standalone, the next evolution of 5G that has the potential to accelerate innovation across industries and unlock exciting opportunities for businesses and consumers.