China's cyber intrusions indicate a shift towards potential disruptive attacks on US critical infrastructure, moving beyond mere cyberspying.
EXA enters into agreement to acquire Aqua Comms | Computer Weekly
EXA Infrastructure's acquisition of Aqua Comms strengthens its transatlantic and intra-European digital infrastructure capabilities to meet increasing AI and cloud demands.
Fiber Deployments Grow Strongly: FBA Survey
Fiber broadband deployments in the U.S. reached a record 10.3 million homes in 2024, signaling increasing adoption and preference.
Plans for huge 20-metre phone mast in Collier Row unveiled
Plans for a 20-metre telephone mast have been submitted in Collier Row to improve mobile network coverage.
China's cyber intrusions turns sinister in 2024
China's cyber intrusions indicate a shift towards potential disruptive attacks on US critical infrastructure, moving beyond mere cyberspying.
EXA enters into agreement to acquire Aqua Comms | Computer Weekly
EXA Infrastructure's acquisition of Aqua Comms strengthens its transatlantic and intra-European digital infrastructure capabilities to meet increasing AI and cloud demands.
Fiber Deployments Grow Strongly: FBA Survey
Fiber broadband deployments in the U.S. reached a record 10.3 million homes in 2024, signaling increasing adoption and preference.
Plans for huge 20-metre phone mast in Collier Row unveiled
Plans for a 20-metre telephone mast have been submitted in Collier Row to improve mobile network coverage.
T-Mobile US's CEO Mike Sievert on the Future of Connectivity
T-Mobile's rebranding strategy and merger led to significant growth, with a focus on technology and customer service now defining its future vision.
T-Mobile Starlink Direct to Satellite Service Enters Beta Testing
T-Mobile has started beta testing Starlink, offering mobile service coverage across vast areas of the U.S. previously out of cell tower range.
T-Mobile's 2G network is shutting down next month
T-Mobile will begin shutting down its 2G network on February 9, prompting users to upgrade to 5G.
T-Mobile Repeats as Fastest Mobile Provider and More in 2H2024: Ookla Report
T-Mobile remains the fastest mobile provider in the U.S., especially in 5G connectivity, according to Ookla's Speedtest report for the second half of 2024.
T-Mobile US's CEO Mike Sievert on the Future of Connectivity
T-Mobile's rebranding strategy and merger led to significant growth, with a focus on technology and customer service now defining its future vision.
T-Mobile Starlink Direct to Satellite Service Enters Beta Testing
T-Mobile has started beta testing Starlink, offering mobile service coverage across vast areas of the U.S. previously out of cell tower range.
T-Mobile's 2G network is shutting down next month
T-Mobile will begin shutting down its 2G network on February 9, prompting users to upgrade to 5G.
T-Mobile Repeats as Fastest Mobile Provider and More in 2H2024: Ookla Report
T-Mobile remains the fastest mobile provider in the U.S., especially in 5G connectivity, according to Ookla's Speedtest report for the second half of 2024.
What is Salt Typhoon? A security expert explains the Chinese hackers and their attack on US telecommunications networks
The Salt Typhoon cyberattack is the worst telecommunications breach in U.S. history, posing serious national security threats and implicating broader vulnerabilities in cybersecurity practices.
US Names One of the Hackers Allegedly Behind Massive Salt Typhoon Breaches
The Biden administration's new executive order focuses on enhancing federal cybersecurity and regulating AI usage.
Encryption backdoor debate 'done and dusted'
The US government has reversed its stance on encryption, urging the use of strong encryption for secure communications following significant cyber breaches.
Hundreds of organizations were notified of potential Salt Typhoon compromise
Chinese-backed cyber intrusion poses significant risks to U.S. telecommunications.
Salt Typhoon hacking group targets major firms and high-profile figures.
Many key vulnerabilities remained unaddressed despite existing patches.
Salt Typhoon attacks prompt talk of hacking back against China
China-backed hackers have breached U.S. telecom systems, prompting calls for enhanced digital retaliation against such cyber threats.
Salt Typhoon spies spotted on US govt networks before telcos
Chinese cyberspies infiltrated US networks and telecommunication systems, posing a major threat to national security.
What is Salt Typhoon? A security expert explains the Chinese hackers and their attack on US telecommunications networks
The Salt Typhoon cyberattack is the worst telecommunications breach in U.S. history, posing serious national security threats and implicating broader vulnerabilities in cybersecurity practices.
US Names One of the Hackers Allegedly Behind Massive Salt Typhoon Breaches
The Biden administration's new executive order focuses on enhancing federal cybersecurity and regulating AI usage.
Encryption backdoor debate 'done and dusted'
The US government has reversed its stance on encryption, urging the use of strong encryption for secure communications following significant cyber breaches.
Hundreds of organizations were notified of potential Salt Typhoon compromise
Chinese-backed cyber intrusion poses significant risks to U.S. telecommunications.
Salt Typhoon hacking group targets major firms and high-profile figures.
Many key vulnerabilities remained unaddressed despite existing patches.
Salt Typhoon attacks prompt talk of hacking back against China
China-backed hackers have breached U.S. telecom systems, prompting calls for enhanced digital retaliation against such cyber threats.
Salt Typhoon spies spotted on US govt networks before telcos
Chinese cyberspies infiltrated US networks and telecommunication systems, posing a major threat to national security.
FCC's Net Neutrality Rules Struck Down by Federal Appeals Court
The federal appeals court's ruling dismantles nearly two decades of net neutrality regulations, significantly affecting broadband provider oversight.
FCC orders telcos to sharpen up security after Salt Typhoon chaos
The FCC is enhancing network security regulations for telecom carriers in response to the Salt Typhoon cyber threat. Action is needed to protect communication systems.
Pro-Corporate Judicial Activists Have Shredded the First Amendment of the Internet
The court ruling undermines net neutrality, threatening the equal treatment of online communications essential for democracy.
Will the decision to block net neutrality rules in the US constrict digital advertising?
The court ruled that the FCC cannot enforce Biden-era net neutrality rules, impacting internet provider regulations. Concerns about fairness and competition have arisen.
FCC throws open 6 GHz band to unlicensed low-power gizmos
The FCC has opened the 6 GHz band for very low-power devices, fostering innovation for wearable and short-range technologies.
Biden's net neutrality rules struck down by appeals court
The FCC cannot restore net neutrality after a ruling classifying broadband as an 'information service' rather than a regulated 'telecommunications service.'
FCC's Net Neutrality Rules Struck Down by Federal Appeals Court
The federal appeals court's ruling dismantles nearly two decades of net neutrality regulations, significantly affecting broadband provider oversight.
FCC orders telcos to sharpen up security after Salt Typhoon chaos
The FCC is enhancing network security regulations for telecom carriers in response to the Salt Typhoon cyber threat. Action is needed to protect communication systems.
Pro-Corporate Judicial Activists Have Shredded the First Amendment of the Internet
The court ruling undermines net neutrality, threatening the equal treatment of online communications essential for democracy.
Will the decision to block net neutrality rules in the US constrict digital advertising?
The court ruled that the FCC cannot enforce Biden-era net neutrality rules, impacting internet provider regulations. Concerns about fairness and competition have arisen.
FCC throws open 6 GHz band to unlicensed low-power gizmos
The FCC has opened the 6 GHz band for very low-power devices, fostering innovation for wearable and short-range technologies.
Biden's net neutrality rules struck down by appeals court
The FCC cannot restore net neutrality after a ruling classifying broadband as an 'information service' rather than a regulated 'telecommunications service.'
Nokia and stc conclude 1Tbps datacentre connectivity test | Computer Weekly
stc Group successfully conducted the first 1Tbps long-haul field trial in the region using Nokia's technology, enhancing data transmission capabilities.
Comms, tech providers drive cross-border 5G highway in France, Germany | Computer Weekly
The collaboration aims to establish a cross-border 5G highway corridor in Europe, promoting seamless digital connectivity between Germany and France.
UK businesses risk disruption as PSTN switch-off approaches | Computer Weekly
Businesses are at risk due to unpreparedness for the PSTN and ISDN shutdown by 2027.
Nokia and stc conclude 1Tbps datacentre connectivity test | Computer Weekly
stc Group successfully conducted the first 1Tbps long-haul field trial in the region using Nokia's technology, enhancing data transmission capabilities.
Comms, tech providers drive cross-border 5G highway in France, Germany | Computer Weekly
The collaboration aims to establish a cross-border 5G highway corridor in Europe, promoting seamless digital connectivity between Germany and France.
UK businesses risk disruption as PSTN switch-off approaches | Computer Weekly
Businesses are at risk due to unpreparedness for the PSTN and ISDN shutdown by 2027.
Virgin Media O2 to begin 3G switch-off in April 2025 | Computer Weekly
Virgin Media O2 is switching off 3G networks, starting with Durham, to enhance service and efficiency while aligning with UK government plans to phase out 2G and 3G by 2033.
Warning as major network provider plans to shutdown mobile data access
O2 will soon discontinue 3G service, affecting older devices but most users are already on 4G or 5G.
Virgin Media O2 to begin 3G switch-off in April 2025 | Computer Weekly
Virgin Media O2 is switching off 3G networks, starting with Durham, to enhance service and efficiency while aligning with UK government plans to phase out 2G and 3G by 2033.
Warning as major network provider plans to shutdown mobile data access
O2 will soon discontinue 3G service, affecting older devices but most users are already on 4G or 5G.
Scammers using digital switchover to defraud BT customers
Scammers exploit the UK digital phone switchover to trick consumers into revealing personal and payment details.
Competition Bureau sues Rogers over advertising 'unlimited' wireless data plans
Rogers Communications faces legal action for misleading advertising of its 'unlimited' data plans, which reportedly incur significant speed throttling after reaching data caps.
Scammers using digital switchover to defraud BT customers
Scammers exploit the UK digital phone switchover to trick consumers into revealing personal and payment details.
Competition Bureau sues Rogers over advertising 'unlimited' wireless data plans
Rogers Communications faces legal action for misleading advertising of its 'unlimited' data plans, which reportedly incur significant speed throttling after reaching data caps.
Blackfoot Communications launches a new low-latency network path to enhance connectivity for telecommunications carriers and large enterprises across the region.
Netherlands Institute for Radio Astronomy upgrades core network infrastructure | Computer Weekly
Astron is upgrading its WLAN and WAN to support the Lofar 2.0 telescope, significantly enhancing astronomical research capabilities.
Blackfoot Communications launches a new low-latency network path to enhance connectivity for telecommunications carriers and large enterprises across the region.
Nokia hails success of Europe's first commercial 5G cloud RAN deployment
Elisa and Nokia successfully deployed a commercial 5G Cloud RAN solution, enhancing network capabilities and paving the way for future 6G advancements.
Openreach taps Nokia to introduce intent-based fibre networking in UK | Computer Weekly
Openreach will use a new open-access fiber network to connect 25 million premises by 2026.
Nokia hails success of Europe's first commercial 5G cloud RAN deployment
Elisa and Nokia successfully deployed a commercial 5G Cloud RAN solution, enhancing network capabilities and paving the way for future 6G advancements.
Openreach taps Nokia to introduce intent-based fibre networking in UK | Computer Weekly
Openreach will use a new open-access fiber network to connect 25 million premises by 2026.
US senator wants to mandate telecom cyber security standards
Senator Ron Wyden proposed legislation requiring US telecoms to implement minimum cyber security standards to prevent foreign attacks on communication systems.
Memo to Trump: US telecoms is vulnerable to hackers. Please hang up and try again | John Naughton
Two-factor authentication can be compromised due to vulnerabilities in the SS7 protocol.
US senator wants to mandate telecom cyber security standards
Senator Ron Wyden proposed legislation requiring US telecoms to implement minimum cyber security standards to prevent foreign attacks on communication systems.
Memo to Trump: US telecoms is vulnerable to hackers. Please hang up and try again | John Naughton
Two-factor authentication can be compromised due to vulnerabilities in the SS7 protocol.
The first mobile phone call in 1985 marked the beginning of a communication revolution in the UK.
Vodafone Agreement With AST SpaceMobile Enables Space-Based Cellular Broadband Service
Vodafone partners with AST SpaceMobile to provide groundbreaking space-based cellular broadband for unmodified smartphones, enhancing connectivity options globally.
The phones that changed the world
The first mobile phone call in 1985 marked the beginning of a communication revolution in the UK.
Vodafone Agreement With AST SpaceMobile Enables Space-Based Cellular Broadband Service
Vodafone partners with AST SpaceMobile to provide groundbreaking space-based cellular broadband for unmodified smartphones, enhancing connectivity options globally.
U.S. Army Soldier Arrested in AT&T, Verizon Extortions
A U.S. Army soldier has been arrested for selling sensitive customer call records from major telecommunications companies.
US Army soldier accused of stealing AT&T call logs arrested
A US Army soldier has been indicted for unlawfully transferring confidential phone records, linked to alleged cybercrimes involving significant data breaches.
Wagenius allegedly worked with prominent hackers, claiming to breach telecommunication companies and threatening to leak sensitive data.
U.S. Army Soldier Arrested in AT&T, Verizon Extortions
A U.S. Army soldier has been arrested for selling sensitive customer call records from major telecommunications companies.
US Army soldier accused of stealing AT&T call logs arrested
A US Army soldier has been indicted for unlawfully transferring confidential phone records, linked to alleged cybercrimes involving significant data breaches.
Wagenius allegedly worked with prominent hackers, claiming to breach telecommunication companies and threatening to leak sensitive data.
Elon Musk's Starlink set to transform rural UK connectivity as satellite race heats up
Rural areas may finally achieve reliable mobile connectivity through satellite technology, alleviating the challenges of digital isolation.
Elon Musk's Starlink to beam 'uninterrupted' cell service to Ukraine from space
Kyivstar partners with Starlink to ensure mobile connectivity in Ukraine, enabling text messaging even during terrestrial network outages.
Starlink's first nationwide satellite texting service goes live in New Zealand
Starlink's satellite texting service enhances connectivity for New Zealand's rural residents, particularly in areas lacking cell tower access.
Starlink's first nationwide satellite texting service launches in New Zealand
One NZ utilizes Starlink for nationwide satellite text messaging coverage in New Zealand, aiming for expansion to voice calling and data services in the future.
Elon Musk's Starlink set to transform rural UK connectivity as satellite race heats up
Rural areas may finally achieve reliable mobile connectivity through satellite technology, alleviating the challenges of digital isolation.
Elon Musk's Starlink to beam 'uninterrupted' cell service to Ukraine from space
Kyivstar partners with Starlink to ensure mobile connectivity in Ukraine, enabling text messaging even during terrestrial network outages.
Starlink's first nationwide satellite texting service goes live in New Zealand
Starlink's satellite texting service enhances connectivity for New Zealand's rural residents, particularly in areas lacking cell tower access.
Starlink's first nationwide satellite texting service launches in New Zealand
One NZ utilizes Starlink for nationwide satellite text messaging coverage in New Zealand, aiming for expansion to voice calling and data services in the future.
6G: Pioneering a new era of innovation and business value
6G represents a complete re-imagination of the wireless industry, driven by AI and other disruptive technologies, rather than just an upgrade of 5G.
Mobile industry unlocks new opportunities with open APIs | Computer Weekly
The GSMA Open Gateway framework is revolutionizing telecom by offering developers unified access to network capabilities through interoperable APIs, particularly gaining traction in Asia.
Gigs, an 'MVNO in a box,' gets $73M to power mobile network services for any company | TechCrunch
Gigs raised $73 million for its platform enabling companies to become mobile network operators.
The rise of eSIM technology is driving disruption in the telecom industry.
Gigs simplifies MVNO setup with comprehensive cloud technologies and API accessibility.
Senate Passes ACCESS Rural America Act, Intended to Ease Rural Providers' Burdens
The ACCESS Rural America Act aims to enhance broadband access in rural regions by easing regulatory burdens on smaller telecom providers.
Check your phone bill - customers rage over upcharge added to accounts: 'The greed is insane'
Verizon Wireless faces backlash for raising a hidden fee criticized as greedy and obfuscating.