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    Top tech news today: January 8, 2025

    By Estrella QianJanuary 8, 2025No Comments4 Mins Read
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    Tech News Roundup

    AI-driven AR platform Fazeshift raises $4M in seed funding

    Fazeshift, an AI-driven AR automation platform, secures $4 million in seed funding to enhance its augmented reality solutions for business automation. Source: Fintech Global

    Paysafe expands payment solutions into Brazil’s igaming market

    Paysafe enhances its footprint by expanding payment solutions into Brazil’s growing igaming sector, offering new opportunities in the Latin American market. Source: Fintech Global

    dLocal expands UK operations with FCA payment license

    dLocal secures an FCA payment license and partners with ICC to further expand its operations in the UK, solidifying its position in the global payment ecosystem. Source: Fintech Global

    IETF announces RFC production center management transition

    The IETF transitions its RFC production center management, a move designed to streamline processes and improve the production of key internet standards documents. Source: IETF

    New direction for enterprise networks under new administration

    The US network strategy is shifting as the new administration focuses on enhancing network infrastructure and addressing modern connectivity challenges. Source: Network Computing

    Lyca Group boosts African expansion with new telecom investment

    Lyca Group announces significant investments in Africa to further expand its telecom network and strengthen its market presence on the continent. Source: Capacity Media

    Nokia enhances patent portfolio with new families

    Nokia strengthens its intellectual property portfolio with the addition of new patent families, positioning itself for long-term innovation leadership. Source: Capacity Media

    Deutsche Telekom launches T-Wholesale unit

    Deutsche Telekom introduces a new T-Wholesale unit aimed at driving growth through wholesale telecom services, enhancing B2B offerings. Source: Capacity Media

    Red Helix secures $1 million investment for SOC

    Red Helix secures a $1 million investment to bolster its Security Operations Center (SOC) capabilities, aiming to improve cybersecurity solutions. Source: Capacity Media

    Digital Edge raises $1.6bn for APAC data center expansion

    Digital Edge secures $1.6 billion in funding to support its data center expansion across the APAC region, strengthening its global infrastructure. Source: Capacity Media

    Commerce Dept picks Arizona for chip packaging research lab

    The US Department of Commerce selects Arizona as the location for a new chip packaging research lab, supporting the nation’s semiconductor industry. Source: Capacity Media

    Switzerland strengthens telecom security measures

    Switzerland announces new telecom security measures aimed at fortifying the country’s networks against rising cybersecurity threats. Source: Capacity Media

    HMD targets adventurous customers with offgrid solutions

    HMD Global unveils new offgrid mobile solutions targeting adventurers and remote workers in need of reliable connectivity in extreme conditions. Source: Telecoms.com

    UK broadband traffic jumps 10% in 2024

    UK broadband traffic surged by 10% in 2024, reflecting increased demand for high-speed internet amidst growing digital services usage. Source: Telecoms.com

    Nokia’s cellular network now ready for the moon

    Nokia’s cellular network technology is now capable of supporting lunar missions, marking a milestone in space communications technology. Source: Telecoms.com

    FCC eyes spectrum auction to fund ‘rip-and-replace’

    The FCC plans a spectrum auction to fund the removal of outdated communications infrastructure, accelerating the “rip-and-replace” process for better network security. Source: Telecoms.com

    AI chip firms commit to tackling CES spam

    Chip companies pledge to address AI-related spam at CES, focusing on enhancing ethical AI usage and improving user experiences. Source: Telecoms.com

    SKT showcases AI innovations at CES

    SK Telecom showcases its latest AI advancements at CES, preparing for a year of growth despite challenges in the tech landscape. Source: Telecoms.com

    Verizon tests 5.5 Gbps download speeds

    Verizon achieves breakthrough speeds of 5.5 Gbps in 5G trials, setting a new benchmark for ultra-fast mobile data connectivity. Source: Telecoms.com

    UK signs £289M for Project Gigabit contracts

    The UK government signs £289 million worth of contracts to support Project Gigabit, aiming to provide high-speed internet to underserved areas. Source: Telecoms.com

    US leads in Wi-Fi 7 patent race

    The US takes the lead in the global race for Wi-Fi 7 patents, setting the stage for next-generation wireless technologies. Source: Telecoms.com

    Microsoft to spend $80 billion on AI data centers

    Microsoft plans to invest $80 billion in AI data centers during fiscal 2025, signaling its strong commitment to AI infrastructure and capabilities. Source: Telecoms.com

    Openreach’s FTTP network now covers half of the UK

    Openreach’s Full Fibre-to-the-Premises (FTTP) network now serves half of the UK, accelerating efforts to provide faster broadband nationwide. Source: Telecoms.com

    Estrella Qian

    Estrella is an intern reporter at BTW Media, having studied IHRM at University of Reading. She specializes in IT infrastructure and AI. You can reach out to her at estrella.qian@btw.media.

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