Communications services provider news stories
API
Code outside the box: Why customisable solutions are better
Twilio allows for innovators, both big and small, from across every industry to reinvent how companies engage with their customers.
Network Infrastructure
Google Cloud & Nokia to develop 5G & network solutions for CSPs
"Cloud-native network functions and automation will enable new agility and use-cases in the 5G era.”
Gartner
Zoom named Leader in two Magic Quadrants — one for fifth consecutive time
"We believe video is the new voice, and we are gratified that Gartner has recognised the convenience and accessibility of our UCaaS offering."
5G
Intel & VMware collaborate on vRAN platform to support 5G
The two companies are collaborating on a software platform to assist communications service providers (CSPs) with rolling out future 5G networks across a software-defined, virtualised infrastructure.
Cloud
Nokia & VMware to develop integrated cloud solutions for CSPs
The two companies will develop interoperability between VMware’s Telco Cloud, VMware vCloud NFV, and Nokia software applications.
SD-WAN
VMware releases raft of solutions for telcos
With the cloud expanding into the communications provider space and 5G just around the corner, VMware is taking steps to be the go-to for telcos.
DDoS
Comms providers hit by most DDoS attacks in Q3 2018
New data indicates attackers preyed on the large attack surface of ASN-level communications service providers with a ‘bit-and-piece’ approach.
5G
CSPs ‘not capable enough’ to meet 5G demands of end-users
A new study from Gartner produced some startling findings, including the lack of readiness of communications service providers (CSPs).
8x8
8x8's new channel partnership aims to move comms to the cloud
Communications solution provider 8x8 has appointed technology distributor Tradewinds Brokerage as its new master agent for Australia.
VMware
Tech Mahindra and VMware team up to drive telco network and service transformation
As part of the partnership, Tech Mahindra has onboarded VMware vCloud NFV into Tech Mahindra’s Virtual Network Function (VNF) Xchange programme.
Digital Transformation
Opportunities for providers as CSPs must go digital - research
CSPs are implementing digital transformation providing market opportunities for digitalisation service providers.
Partnerships
NSSLGlobal sets course for NZ with new strategic partnership
The partnership with Wrights Technologies underlines the importance of the APAC market to NSSLGlobal.
Artificial Intelligence
AI set to boost revenues for communications service providers
A new technology released by NEC is said to simplify business operations, reduce costs and complexities, and consequently increase revenues.