Andy Douglas, Writers’ Group Published 7:30 a.m. CT Aug. 27, 2020 CLOSE Technology connects us in ways unprecedented in history, and in the midst of a pandemic, we’re relying on it more than ever. Thanks to the ubiquity and ease of use of cell phones, episodes of police brutality captured […]
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Ethio Telecom sees revenues boom in H1 2020 | News
Ethiopia’s sole telco, Ethio Telecom, has posted strong financials for the first half of 2020, as the company saw demand grow during the global Covid 19 pandemic. Ethio Telecom posted revenues of $1.35 billion (47.7 Billion ETB), which surpassed the 105 per cent renvenue target for the previous period. Ethio […]
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Connectivity gets better but parts of India still logged out – india news
When India celebrates its 74th independence day this Saturday, it will also mark 25 years since the internet was first made available for public use in the country. The internet was first used in India in 1986, but was available to a limited educational and research community. It was thrown […]
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Students’ access to internet, devices focus of online education panel
Former North Carolina Gov. Bev Perdue joined Sen. Deanna Ballard and Sharon Contreras, superintendent of Guilford County Schools virtually Thursday to discuss connectivity concerns for North Carolina students.The virtual briefing was held Thursday morning as families across the Triad prepare to send their students back to school next month. Perdue, […]
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BJP, Opposition MPs spar over Internet curbs in Jammu and Kashmir
Shashi Tharoor, chairman of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Information and Technology, asked pointed questions on how the country could be prepared for 5G considering J&K doesn’t even have 4G. The shut down of hi-speed Internet in Jammu and Kashmir was debated between MPs of the BJP and Opposition for […]
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CRTC providing $72-million to improve internet in 51 northern communities
Canada’s telecom regulator will provide $72-million to help bring faster internet to more than 10,000 households in northern Manitoba, Yukon and the Northwest Territories. Broadband Communications North Inc., a not-for-profit Indigenous network in Manitoba, will receive about $10-million for a satellite internet project. The remainder will go to BCE Inc.’s […]
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Telecom fraud crackdown successful – Chinadaily.com.cn
[Photo/Sipa] Judicial organs in China have seen success in the crackdown against telecom and internet fraud in the first half of this year. Police in China cracked 101,000 telecom and internet fraud cases and arrested 92,000 suspects in that time, year-on-year growth of 73.7 percent and 78.4 percent respectively, the […]
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Shaw launches new wireless mobile service in Alberta and B.C.
Albertans and their neighbours in B.C. will be seeing a new mobile service available at their fingertips. On Thursday, Shaw Communications announced the launch of Shaw Mobile, a new wireless service that will combine elements of its wireless and residential fibre networks as well as its WiFi hotspots. “Shaw Mobile […]
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NM lawmaker wants to help communities get broadband access
Getting high-speed internet access to all of New Mexico has been a challenge. Sen. Padilla said the state made major investments in 2017. Lawmakers rewrote telecommunication laws, allocated money for new technology from the universal service fund, and placed broadband in local infrastructure. “So now, if you’re a town […]
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CRTC to contribute $72 million to improve broadband internet services in northern communities
GETTY The CRTC will contribute $72 million from the Broadband Fund to selected projects in northern Manitoba, Yukon, and the Northwest Territories to improve broadband internet services. In a release, the Canadian Radio-Television and Telecommunications Commission said the first five projects will help improve services to more than 10,000 households […]
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How India can take the big telecom leap
In the process, the real objective has been lost and the focus is on revenue-maximisation instead of ensuring equitable access to an entire population across the country. By Aruna Sharma The role and function of telecommunication is to provide exchange of communication or information at a distance between people, satellites […]
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Global Telecom Launches 5G Modem for the Internet of Things
Global Telecom, the only U.S. manufacturer of modules for Internet of Things (IoT) devices, today launched an update of its TITAN line of advanced modems, including a 5G modem that’s one of the first to be widely available to consumers and small businesses. Global Telecom’s unique approach to antenna design […]
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Telecom secy asks industry to strengthen rural connectivity
Prakash asked the industry to rise to the challenges of improving connectivity in rural areas, which has shown “huge appetite for data”. He exhorted the industry to drive a larger mesh of wireline communications and wireline broadband, enhance tower density and fiberisation, and aid the proliferation of fibre-to-the-home connections. Prakash […]
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The Benefits of Using Telecommunication in Businesses | Small Business
Artificial intelligence, machine learning and cloud computing are shaping the telecommunications industry. These technologies streamline collaboration and remote work while improving efficiency and productivity. In today’s digital era, telecom services are critical for business success and continuity. They not only enable more effective communication but also increase flexibility in the […]
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Ethio Telecom Targets to Generate 55.55 bln Birr, Offers Discounted Services
Addis Abeba August 26/2020( ENA) Ethio Telecom announced that it has planned to generate 55.55 billion birr revenue and increase total subscribers to 52.12 million in 2020/21 Ethiopian fiscal year. Ethio-Telecom has unveiled its 3-year strategic plan and 2020/21 annual business plan and announced its discounted package offers today. Briefing […]
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Jordan, Iraq discuss cooperation in telecom, technology sector
Amman, August 26 (Petra)-Minister of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship, Muthanna Gharaibeh, discussed with the Iraqi Minister of Communications, Arkan Shaibani, joint cooperation in the telecom and information technology fields. The discussions also went over means to benefit from Jordan’s experience in implementing “distance learning” during the Covid-19 pandemic. According to […]
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Cassava and Liquid Telecom announce launch of Sasai Wifi finder
Dar es Salaam. Cassava Fintech International (CFI) and the Liquid Telecom Group (LTG) have announced the launch of Sasai Wi-Fi Finder, a potential game-changer in driving digital and financial inclusion in Africa. The service, which will be offered across the continent, was announced today Friday August 14, and is set […]
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Cozad Asset Management Inc. Takes Position in SK Telecom Co Ltd (NYSE:SKM)
Cozad Asset Management Inc. bought a new position in SK Telecom Co Ltd (NYSE:SKM) during the second quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the SEC. The firm bought 10,298 shares of the Wireless communications provider’s stock, valued at approximately $199,000. Other institutional investors also recently made changes to […]
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Blockchain-Based Loyalty Programmes for the Telecommunications Sector
The pilot looked to explore promising blockchain-based business model innovations for the telecommunications sector Singapore — July 29, 2020 — Aqilliz, a technology company that specialises in blockchain-powered solutions for digital marketing, completed a loyalty programme pilot in partnership with multinational internet service and telecommunications provider, MyRepublic. Entitled MyRewards, the […]
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How to improve broadband speed? TRAI seeks help from stakeholders, says internet a necessity
© Provided by The Print New Delhi: The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has issued a consultation paper seeking answers from stakeholders on how to improve India’s internet broadband speed and how to increase its adoption among Indians. “In the post pandemic era, like potable water and electricity, access […]
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Telecom Consulting Market Growth, Trends, Analysis,
Telecom Consulting Market The key factors driving positive market growth include the evolution of communication requirements of various enterprises, the emergence of 5G networks, the surge in adoption of wireless network connections, increasing digitization across industries, increasing demand for high bandwidth requirements, and investment in IT infrastructure. Includes growth, rapid […]
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Providing Telecommunication & ICT Services To Companies
Editor’s Update: The 200 figure in the title is from the total of 251 countries as well as uncategorised territories, autonomies and islands, as recognised by the United Nations. The startup in question is IX Telecom, founded by Noor Mohd Helmi Nong Hadzmi and Mohd Amzari Tajudeen. The pair met […]
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How the rise of Chinese tech companies offers hope for a clean internet by ending US dominance
Pedestrians use their mobile phones near a Huawei ad at a bus stop in central London. Britain flip-flopped and finally acceded to US pressure to ban the Chinese company from taking part in the building of the country’s 5G network. Photo: AFP With much pomp and circumstance, the United States […]
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CitySquare Paris group to provide internet access for Paris ISD students | Free
Spearheaded by CitySquare Paris, the installation of Mesh WiFi technology in west Paris may soon bring internet capabilities to roughly 400 Paris ISD students with plans to include the rest of the district’s underserved students in the near future. A prototype should be up and running in the next few […]
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Bangladesh to restore phone, internet at Rohingya camps
DHAKA, Bangladesh Bangladesh has decided to restore mobile networks and internet services in Rohingya refugee camps to ensure better services amid the coronavirus pandemic, according to official sources. “We have received unofficial confirmation of the decision and are awaiting official confirmation,” Bangladesh’s refugee commissioner Md. Mahbub Alam Talukder told Anadolu […]