Omantel completes RedCap lab trial
07 October 2024
Omantel has successfully conducted a laboratory trial of RedCap to improve the speed and efficiency of the 5G network at a lower cost.
This technology was developed in collaboration with Huawei and aims to enhance internet connectivity while expanding the range of applications available to users. RedCap is designed to meet the demands of Internet of Things (IoT) applications, offering high speeds and energy efficiency, making it ideal for a variety of devices, from smart wearables to advanced industrial equipment.
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Philippines acts to protect telecommunications infrastructure amidst cyber-threats
07 October 2024
PLDT, its wireless unit Smart Communications, and the government’s Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC) are spearheading a public-private project to protect telecoms infrastructure.
The project - PROTECTA Pilipinas (a.k.a. Protect Technology-Telecom Alliance) - was launched under an MoU signed by private and public stakeholders. The alliance aims to identify and advocate for measures that enhance the resilience of telecom networks, including redundancy, disaster recovery plans, and cybersecurity protocols.
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GSMA and MNOs launch Responsible AI (RAI) Maturity Roadmap
07 October 2024
The GSMA launched in conjunction with 19 operators its Responsible AI (RAI) Maturity Roadmap to provide operators with guidelines to effectively and safely tap into the emerging technology.
The initiative is being championed by Axiata, Deutsche Telekom, Orange, Telefónica and Telstra. Other operators to commit to the roadmap include Globe Telecom, MTN, Turkcell, True and Vodafone.
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07 October 2024
Ribbon Communications has successfully deployed a critical network upgrade for LTG Group, the Lithuanian railway company, in collaboration with Telia Lithuania.
The upgrade, one of the largest network modernisation projects in Lithuania’s public sector in the past decade, is designed to enhance the security, speed, and reliability of LTG’s communications network. The upgraded system is ready for advanced services such as Communications-Based Train Control (CBTC) and integrates enhanced cybersecurity features, ensuring LTG’s compliance with industry standards.
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