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Aberdeen-based UK broadband and I.T solutions provider Internet for Business (IFB), which was first established all the way back in 1995, has been acquired by Converged Communication Solutions (CCS) for an undisclosed sum and after briefly falling into administration on 19th February 2025. According to company records on The Gazette, IFB appointed Michael James Meston Reid (IP No 7327), of MHA, to act as their administrator (credits to one of our readers, Chris, for spotting this). The same...

A new study from the cross-industry UK Spectrum Policy Forum (UKSPF), which was conducted by Smith Institute and Spectrivity, has recommended that the telecoms regulator, Ofcom, should adopt Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies to help manage the nation’s finite wireless radio spectrum more efficiently. The think-tank highlights how mobile networks, smart devices, and emerging technologies, like 6G based mobile broadband, are pushing current spectrum management strategies to their limits...

News  Deutsche Telekom has published its 2024 financial results, reporting a strong performance that exceeded expectations and setting ambitious targets for this financial year  The company’s total revenue grew by 3.4% to €115.8 billion, while service revenues saw a 3.9% increase to €96.5 billion. Adjusted EBITDA rose by 6.2% to €43 billion, and free cash flow climbed by 18.7% to €19.2 billion, reflecting the company’s strong operational performance.  CEO Tim Höttges described 2024 as “another...

Podcasts On this episode, we discuss strategy and the mission to win hearts and minds on behalf of rural broadband Charles Thomas, the Chief Strategy Officer for Rural Broadband Partners (RBP), says he tells ISPs in rural areas not to view themselves as rural providers. Instead, he asks them to look at urban providers and to examine the resources those entities have. “You want to build that into your location,” he says. According to Thomas, who will be speaking at Connected America next month,...

News  Meta has entered into discussions to build a number of major data centres for its AI projects, an article from The Information has revealed, citing people familiar with the matter  According to the article, senior meta executives have already toured potential data centre sites, with campuses in Louisiana, Wyoming, or Texas being considered. Costs are expected to be over $200 billion, according to the sources.  However, a Meta spokesperson has denied the report, calling it “pure...

CHICAGO – Feb. 25, 2025 – Aeris, a global leader in secure cellular IoT platforms and solutions, today launched Aeris IoT Watchtower, the world’s first fully integrated security solution for cellular IoT. Aeris IoT Watchtower delivers enterprise IoT visibility and control to prevent IoT security breaches, significantly reduce the impact of any IoT security event, improve operational efficiency and ensure regulatory compliance. Aeris’ groundbreaking solution comes at a pivotal time. IoT devices...

Telna enters into strategic partnership with Bridge Alliance   Bridge Alliance to leverage Telna’s eSIM capabilities for new connectivity and revenue opportunities   Toronto, Canada – February 25th, 2025 – Telna, a leader in managed eSIM connectivity, today announced its strategic partnership with Bridge Alliance, a prominent mobile alliance comprising major mobile network operators (MNOs) across the Asia-Pacific, Europe, Middle East, and Africa. The partnership will enable participating MNOs...

In the last week of March 2025, students from Maple Bear School will establish the first-ever direct radio contact between Bulgarian students and astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS) through the ARISS (Amateur Radio on the International Space Station) program. The connection will take place between March 24 and 28, 2025. A week before the event, the exact date and time will be announced on https://spacecontact.bg/, where the live broadcast will also be available. The website...

Adelaide, Australia & Carlsbad,Calif. – 26 February 2025. Myriota,the telco for global field intelligence, today announces the exciting expansion of its connectivity portfolio with the launch of Myriota HyperPulseTM, a 3GPP 5G-based Narrowband Non-Terrestrial Network (NB-NTN) service built in partnership with Viasat, a global leader in satellite infrastructure.        Myriota HyperPulseTM is the first solution of its kind powered by Viasat’s dynamic leasing capability, which allows...

The full-day event at the Scottish Exhibition centre on 13 March 2025 will spotlight pioneering projects driving real-world change through smart technology and 5G-enabled solutions.  Featuring keynote speeches, expert panels, presentations and an afternoon showcase event, it will demonstrate the latest advancements in smart housing, independent living, and connected social care – demonstrating how innovative projects are driving real change in communities. Date: Thursday 13 March 2025 Venue:...