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The sun is setting on 3G and the dawn of 5G is looming
Unified Communications

The sun is setting on 3G and the dawn of 5G is looming

With 3G being phased out across the UK, businesses need to be prepared to reap the rewards presented by the fifth generation of mobile connectivity.

By Sam Winterbottom • 11 min read • Fri, 27th Jan 2023

Global Stories

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AMBS modernises digital network with new AI-driven upgrade
EduTech

AMBS modernises digital network with new AI-driven upgrade

Roc Technologies and HPE Aruba Networking have upgraded the network at Alliance Manchester Business School to enhance digital experience and security for users.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Tue, 22nd Apr 2025
Case Study: How CommScope minimised disruption to Lyell McEwin Hospital's operations
Network Infrastructure

Case Study: How CommScope minimised disruption to Lyell McEwin Hospital's operations

Lyell McEwin Hospital has transformed its IT and communications infrastructure with CommScope, enhancing patient care through a robust, scalable network.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2025
Telstra plans AI-driven network transformation by 2030
Unified Communications

Telstra plans AI-driven network transformation by 2030

Telstra International has unveiled plans to transform its global network into a highly autonomous system, enhancing subsea capacities to over 800 Tbps.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 24th Jan 2025
Juniper Networks boosts ASTRON's LOFAR telescope power
EduTech

Juniper Networks boosts ASTRON's LOFAR telescope power

Juniper Networks is teaming up with the Netherlands Institute for Radio Astronomy to enhance the LOFAR 2.0 telescope's network, boosting its data processing tenfold.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Jan 2025
HPE Aruba launches high-capacity Wi-Fi 7 access points
Network Infrastructure

HPE Aruba launches high-capacity Wi-Fi 7 access points

HPE Aruba Networking unveils advanced Wi-Fi 7 access points, providing superior wireless capacity for AI and IoT applications, increased security, and optimal performance.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Wed, 24th Apr 2024
Fortinet joins forces with H-E Parts for cybersecurity transformation venture
Firewalls

Fortinet joins forces with H-E Parts for cybersecurity transformation venture

Cybersecurity giant Fortinet collaborates with mining sector leader H-E Parts in a comprehensive cybersecurity transformation initiative.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Dec 2023
Huawei's 5G Business Dialogue Salon aims to promote 5G tech
Unified Communications

Huawei's 5G Business Dialogue Salon aims to promote 5G tech

At Huawei's 5G Business Dialogue Salon, an idea exchange platform for global carriers, discussions centred around promoting and upgrading the 5G industry.

By Gaurav Sharma • 4 min read • Thu, 29th Jun 2023

Stories from Other Regions

Network upgrade stories

NBN advances net-zero target to 2045 with $3 billion fibre plan
Unified Communications

NBN advances net-zero target to 2045 with $3 billion fibre plan

NBN Co aims for net-zero emissions by 2045, accelerating its target from 2050 and committing to renewable energy and energy-efficient fibre upgrades across Australia.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 23rd May 2025
Turning NZ's 3G shutdown into an opportunity for IoT growth
Network Infrastructure

Turning NZ's 3G shutdown into an opportunity for IoT growth

New Zealand's 3G shutdown by year-end pressures businesses to shift to 4G LTE, turning challenges into IoT growth opportunities with expert support.

By Kat Dempsey • 4 min read • Tue, 20th May 2025
JUMBO Group streamlines Singapore restaurant networks with Nebula
Firewalls

JUMBO Group streamlines Singapore restaurant networks with Nebula

JUMBO Group of Restaurants in Singapore has upgraded its network with Zyxel's Nebula solution to centralise management and boost IT efficiency across 20+ locations.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 2nd May 2025
Comcast invests $7 million to boost Kingsland's internet
Unified Communications

Comcast invests $7 million to boost Kingsland's internet

Comcast's $7 million investment has introduced high-speed Internet services to Camden County, significantly enhancing connectivity for Kingsland residents and businesses.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
C3ntro Telecom enhances network in Mexico with Infinera
Network Infrastructure

C3ntro Telecom enhances network in Mexico with Infinera

C3ntro Telecom has upgraded its data centre network in Mexico, enhancing connectivity capacity to 1.6 Tb/s between Mexico City and Queretaro with Infinera's solutions.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise unveils new networking solution for FMI
Network Infrastructure

Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise unveils new networking solution for FMI

Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise has upgraded PT Fiber Media Indonesia's network in Greater Jakarta, using advanced SPB technology to enhance speed, connectivity, and security.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Sep 2024
Vertel completes major network upgrade for Icon Water in ACT
Network Infrastructure

Vertel completes major network upgrade for Icon Water in ACT

Vertel completes major upgrade for Icon Water's network, debuting Airbus Agnet MCx in Australia for secure, 99.99% available communications.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
Bhutan Telecom upgrades network with Ciena coherent routers
Network Infrastructure

Bhutan Telecom upgrades network with Ciena coherent routers

Bhutan Telecom enhances internet services by deploying Ciena's coherent routers, aiming to meet rising traffic demands and improve customer experience in a digital age.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
Colt Technology expands into South Korea data center market
Network Infrastructure

Colt Technology expands into South Korea data center market

Colt Technology Services has expanded its network into the South Korean market, offering the country's businesses cost-effective, low latency connectivity.

By Zach Thompson • 3 min read • Tue, 31st May 2022