Telecom AGR Growth & Subscriber Decline in FY25
Telecom industry AGR grew 1.7% in FY25's last quarter, but Vodafone Idea & BSNL saw declines. Overall minutes of usage increased. Subscriber base decreased by 0.11%.
Flexrotor VTOL UAS: Intelligence & Surveillance in Asia-Pacific
Flexrotor VTOL UAS, designed for ISTAR objectives, boasts 12-14 hour endurance. Targeting Asia-Pacific market for defense, security, and maritime operations. Autonomous launch and modular payload.
Iran’s Internet Blackout Amid Israel Conflict: Information Control
Iran imposes internet blackout during the Israel conflict, controlling information flow and limiting communication, while accusing Israel of war crimes and restricting journalists.
SMBs & AI: Adoption, Training Gaps, and Growth Potential
SMBs rapidly adopt AI, but face training & infrastructure gaps. A TeamViewer study reveals a need for better skills & security despite optimism for AI's impact on efficiency & growth. Investment is planned.
Vodafone Idea (Vi): Financial Troubles & Government Relief Package
Vi faces financial struggles and potential cash shortages beyond 2029 despite government relief efforts. AGR dues and funding challenges threaten its long-term sustainability. Relief package is being considered.
ALE & Versa: Secure SD-WAN & Zero Trust Networking
Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise (ALE) and Versa collaborate to deliver secure, scalable networking with Secure SD-WAN and Zero Trust solutions, addressing hybrid cloud and remote work needs. Focused on enhanced security and simplified management.
Autonomous Vehicle Safety: Monitoring Tech for Road Security
Monitoring tech enhances safety during the transition to fully autonomous vehicles. Driver monitoring systems help maintain vigilance, reduce accidents & improve road safety in ride-hailing and testing.
PM-WANI: Affordable Public Wi-Fi via Capped Broadband Costs
To boost PM-WANI, TRAI capped public Wi-Fi broadband costs at double home rates, overcoming telco objections. This aims to accelerate hotspot deployment, addressing slow progress toward ambitious targets.
Apple’s AI Research: Illusion of Thinking & True Understanding
Apple's research reveals AI models mimic knowledge, lacking true understanding. Study's design sparks debate. Highlights limits of current AI & impacts path to AGI. Pattern recognition vs. real reasoning.
Calabrio ONE: AI-Powered Performance Management
Calabrio ONE's new performance management system uses AI to improve agent performance, automate quality monitoring, and enhance customer service within a unified platform. Data-driven coaching.
Wave Solutions Market Growth & Submarine Cable Boom
Wave solutions market in the USA grew by 8% in 2024. Submarine cable sector sees record growth. 400G circuits significantly increase. Driven by AI, cloud tech & data centers.
Spoofed Sites & Malware: HP Report on Cookie Fatigue
HP report reveals how spoofed travel sites use malicious cookies & MSI installers to deliver malware (XWorm, ChromeLoader). "Click fatigue" exploits user habit to bypass security.
BSS Magic: Automating API Accreditation with AI
BSS Magic accelerates API accreditation for telecoms using AI, reducing time and costs. It automates labor-intensive processes, supporting TM Forum's Open Digital Architecture (ODA) and Open APIs.
Yondr’s $900M Green Data Center Opens in Johor, Malaysia
Yondr secures $900M green financing for a hyperscale data center in Johor, Malaysia, designed for AI applications. First phase completed early, boosting Malaysia's digital economy role.
Telecom PLI Scheme: Local Content Rules & Make-in-India Review
DoT reviews Make-in-India policy for telecom, potentially adding more items under PLI scheme. Focus on local content (LC) requirements and addressing ecosystem challenges.
Cisco’s AI Push: UAE Collaboration, Quantum Leaps, and Strong Results
Cisco expands AI globally with UAE collaboration, unveils quantum tech, reports strong financial performance, and appoints OpenAI's Kevin Weil to its board, solidifying its AI leadership.
DoT Reassesses Public Purchase Policy & Make-in-India
DoT re-evaluates public purchase policy, boosting Make-in-India by integrating more items and addressing local sourcing challenges. Stakeholders invited to comment on LC requirements and computation.
Satellite Spectrum Pricing: Fair Competition Concerns in India
COAI raises concerns about unfair competition if satellite spectrum is undervalued. Telecom giants argue for equal pricing for comparable services, citing heavy investments in 5G spectrum. Fair pricing is crucial.
eSIMs & Roaming: Telcos vs. Travel eSIMs Compete for Indian Travelers
Telcos focus on roaming plans despite low revenue, facing competition from travel eSIMs like Saily. Indian international travel rebounds, boosting eSIM use for affordable data. eSIM awareness is still growing in India.