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| Cisco Omdia Research: 95% of AIOps Tools Fail, AgenticOps Rises New research from Cisco and Omdia reveals a critical shift in enterprise network operations. Amid rising complexity and inadequate traditional AIOps tools, 95% of organizations report their current systems can't keep pace. This has spurred a rapid move to AgenticOps, with over half of enterprises already deploying agentic AI systems that actively manage production environments, signaling a significant embrace of AI autonomy in NetOps. |
| Bell Cyber & Cohere Deliver Sovereign AI for Canadian Cybersecurity Bell Canada and Cohere have deployed a domain-specific cybersecurity AI model within Bell Cyber's security operations. This large language model accelerates threat investigations and provides analysts with more relevant, consistent analysis. Integrated into Bell Cyber's Autonomous Security Operations Centre, the model runs on Bell AI Fabric infrastructure. This ensures AI processing and sensitive data remain within a Canadian-hosted environment. |
| Ericsson NetCloud Private Boosts Wireless WAN Data Sovereignty Ericsson has launched NetCloud Private, a new offering designed to provide foundational cellular lifecycle management within customer-controlled environments. This solution addresses the critical need for data residency and operational governance, particularly for government agencies and critical infrastructure operators. It empowers organizations to manage their Wireless WAN infrastructure while adhering to strict regulatory requirements. |
| SoftBank with Sceye Claim World-first Stratospheric Laser Tracking Demo Sceye supported SoftBank Corp. in a world-first laser ranging demonstration. SoftBank's ground team successfully tracked Sceye's stratospheric platform, continuously receiving reflected laser signals. This advances future free-space optical communications between ground, stratosphere, and space. Data from Sceye's historic 30-day ST1 flight, which included operations over Japan, will define optical communications requirements. |
| SOLiD and Alliance Partner on BARS Middleprise DAS Distribution SOLiD announced a distribution partnership with leading North American reseller Alliance Corporation, expanding availability of the SOLiD BARS product line. This partnership empowers system integrators, resellers, and enterprise customers to deploy seamless, multi-carrier indoor coverage for small to mid-sized Middleprise buildings with the scalable, cost-effective BARS platform. |
| WBA Releases OpenRoaming IoT Trials Report The Wireless Broadband Alliance, in collaboration with the FIDO Alliance, has published a new OpenRoaming for IoT Trials Report. This report validates a standards-based approach to secure, zero-touch onboarding for Wi-Fi IoT devices. By combining OpenRoaming, Passpoint, and FIDO Device Onboard, the trial demonstrated that factory-provisioned devices can automatically connect and transfer ownership securely at first power-on, simplifying large-scale IoT deployments. |
| Mavenir & Neysa to Deliver AI-Native Cloud for Telecom & Enterprise Mavenir announced a strategic partnership with Neysa to deliver AI-native GPU infrastructure for operators, enterprises, and neoclouds. This integrates Mavenir’s AI orchestration with Neysa’s AI cloud platform, providing a sovereign, production-ready path to build, deploy, and monetize AI solutions. |
| 365 Data Centers & Megaport Boost Connectivity in 9 Markets 365 Data Centers and Megaport have expanded their partnership into nine new markets, adding Megaport Points-of-Presence to 365 Data Centers facilities. This extends on-demand cloud and network connectivity, giving customers access to major public cloud providers. Megaport's footprint now covers 15 365 Data Centers facilities nationwide. |
| Vodafone Ericsson Trial Network AI for Real-Time Translation Calls Vodafone and Ericsson have successfully demonstrated two pioneering AI-powered voice services, real-time noise cancellation and language translation, running directly within the mobile network. This innovation integrates Vodafone’s AI platform with Ericsson’s core network, enabling advanced features on any mobile phone without needing specialized apps. |
| Globalstar Doubles Nemea Ground Station for C-3 Satellite System Globalstar announces the completion of its expanded ground station in Nemea, Greece. This project doubled the site's capacity with three new tracking antennas, a key step in its global C-3 mobile satellite system ground network expansion. This significant infrastructure buildout across 35 ground stations enhances the Globalstar network's capacity and next-generation capabilities. |
| Lightera Funds Submarine Fiber Expansion Tripling Capacity Lightera announced a major capital investment to expand its submarine optical fiber manufacturing in Denmark and the United States. This expansion will nearly triple manufacturing capacity by 2029, addressing the accelerating global demand for submarine communications infrastructure. The investment is driven by growth in AI, hyperscale data centers, and cloud computing. It also positions Lightera for the commercialization of multicore fiber, expected for submarine deployments by 2029-2030. |
| T-Mobile and Jio Claim World's First 5G SA Roaming Connection T-Mobile and Jio announced the world’s first 5G Standalone roaming, a major advancement for cross-boarder 5G connectivity. This milestone is made possible by Syniverse’s global mediation platform, enabling seamless cross-border 5G. |
| Ciena Expands Subsea Connectivity Africa-Europe and Asia-North America Ciena is expanding global subsea connectivity by upgrading the 17,000 km Africa Coast to Europe cable system with WaveLogic 6 Extreme, delivering over 30 Tb/s for more than 500 million people. Additionally, Ciena’s Waveserver with WL6e is deployed on FLAG’s ECHO cable for 400GbE and 800GbE services on trans-Pacific routes, scaling subsea infrastructure for AI, cloud, and enterprise traffic. |
| FLAG Boosts Trans-Pacific Capacity with Ciena WL6e on ECHO Cable FLAG is upgrading its trans-Pacific network with Ciena's WaveLogic 6 Extreme (WL6e) coherent optics on the ECHO subsea cable system. This deployment will enable 400GbE and 800GbE services, significantly boosting high-capacity connectivity between Asia and North America. The enhancement will support the rapidly growing volumes of AI, cloud, and enterprise traffic across a vital digital corridor. |
| ZTE CoMP SD Solution Achieves 110 km Microwave Link in Peru ZTE Corporation has announced a significant technical achievement in Peru, deploying its advanced CoMP SD solution to overcome the challenges of ultra-long-distance microwave transmission. This innovative technology enables a remarkable 110-kilometer link in the Amazonian environment, delivering 99.999% availability. The solution also significantly reduces hardware requirements, leading to lower capital expenditure for customers and modernizing backbone networks in the region. |
| AT&T and Dallas Cowboys Extend Partnership for Stadium Tech AT&T and the Dallas Cowboys extended their iconic partnership for AT&T Stadium. This agreement ensures AT&T's network will continue powering next-gen technology, experiences, and innovation. The 2026 season debuts new AI-powered moments, smarter navigation, and immersive fan experiences like AR photos and high-priority network access for all fans via AT&T Turbo Live. |
| EPB Quantum Center Becomes America's First Commercial Quantum Hub EPB launched the IonQ Forte Enterprise quantum computer at its EPB Quantum Center in Chattanooga, establishing America's first commercial quantum computing and networking hub. The center opens in early October, with the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga as its first customer. IonQ is investing $15 million, and EPB’s quantum initiatives are projected to generate $1.1 billion in economic gains for Chattanooga. |
| Optimum Plans 8 Gbps Fiber Internet for Missouri Optimum announced its plans to bring symmetrical fiber internet speeds of up to 8 Gbps to Carterville and Webb City, Missouri. This multi-gig network deployment aims to support connected lifestyles for both residential and business customers. Additionally, Optimum is investing in the community with a $20,000 donation to Webb City High School’s Athletics Program, furthering its commitment to local development and network expansion goals by 2028. |
| DE-CIX Launches Alps-Adriatic Internet Exchange DE-CIX has launched a new Alps-Adriatic Internet Exchange, deploying advanced infrastructure that operates without traditional data centers. This innovative approach brings high-performance peering and interconnection capabilities to the region. The initiative strengthens digital connectivity across the Alps-Adriatic area, addressing growing demands for localized internet services and resilient network architectures. |
| DE-CIX Networks Hit Record Traffic: Frankfurt Tops 20 Tbit/s DE-CIX Frankfurt reached 20 terabits per second, equivalent to 11 million TikTok videos, while its global network surpassed 30 terabits per second, setting new records during UEFA Europa League matches. This milestone highlights a 140 percent traffic increase since 2020, driven by streaming, cloud, gaming, and AI. |
| Ericsson and Erillisverkot Demo 5G ISAC Drone Detection for Finland Ericsson and Erillisverkot have successfully demonstrated 5G Integrated Sensing and Communication (ISAC) for drone detection, offering Finnish authorities a real-time solution to a growing national security challenge. This innovative technology leverages existing 5G networks to detect, locate, and track unauthorized drone activity, extending situational awareness beyond traditional sensors. |
| Ericsson Predicts Agentic AI to Transform Network Traffic by 2030 Ericsson ConsumerLab released a new report, 'An agentic life,' predicting agentic AI will transform network traffic by 2030. The report finds 38 percent of smartphone users expect to use agentic AI for daily tasks, with super users driving 80 percent of AI activity. This will necessitate efficient network management for rapid AI response, potentially saving users an hour of daily browsing time. |
| Scailarc Elisa Nokia Unveil First No-Answer Call Solution Scailarc, Elisa, and Nokia introduce a world-first mobile calling experience. This allows customers to complete service tasks without answering a call. It uses IMS Data Channel and Nokia’s Network as Code for trusted verification. Interactive content integrates into the native phone, no app needed. This boosts company efficiency and customer convenience when speaking is not an option. Security and trust are key for sectors like healthcare and banking and public services. |
| AWS Announces Agentic Grid Planning for Utilities Amazon Web Services (AWS) has launched Agentic Grid Planning on AWS, a new program designed to help utilities accelerate complex interconnection studies. This initiative provides access to AWS-managed AI agents that streamline data preparation and analysis, significantly reducing manual work. |
| Empire Fiber Internet Launches 100% Fiber in Berwick PA Empire Fiber Internet has launched its 100% fiber network in Berwick, PA, backed by a $1.4 million local investment. Over 2,800 homes and businesses now have access to high-speed fiber internet, offering symmetrical upload and download speeds and local 24/7 customer support. |
