Browsing: IT Infrastructure

SoftBank 5G HAPS test shows stable smartphone connections from sky, proving potential for global coverage.

Huawei revealed a significant update to its Xinghe AI Network Security solution at HUAWEI CONNECT 2025, incorporating a zero-trust architecture throughout its data centers, campuses, and branches. Higher detection rates and increased automation are promised by the improvements, but concerns about practical application and possible trade-offs still exist.

Vodafone Romania will acquire Telekom Romania’s post-paid customers, while Digi Romania takes its pre-paid business.

Datacloud USA 2025 showcased AI, fibre and quantum in digital infrastructure, delivering deep insight and infrastructure innovation.

Capacity Europe 2025 focuses on AI, fibre, subsea connectivity, data infrastructure, investment and security for global networks.

Huawei reveals multiyear roadmap for Ascend AI chips, mass supernodes and in-house memory tech to rival Nvidia.

Nvidia invests $5B in Intel after US government takes 10% stake, forging deeper AI infrastructure partnership and CPU-AI integration.


Google has unveiled plans to build four new subsea connectivity hubs across Africa under its “Africa Connect” programme, aiming to bolster internet infrastructure and AI development. The initiative expands on existing cables such as Equiano and the upcoming Umoja route, along with funding for research and universities—but how much will these investments translate into real benefit for local communities?

T-Mobile CEO Mike Sievert will step down in six weeks, with CFO Gopalan succeeding him to guide 5G expansion.

Equinix opens its first AI-ready IBX data centre in Chennai with US$69M investment, strong interconnection and sustainability features.

Deutsche Telekom enables Apple Watch 5G RedCap, boosting wearable efficiency and IoT growth.

VodafoneThree signs multibillion-pound deals with Ericsson and Nokia to enhance UK 5G infrastructure, targeting nationwide coverage by 2034.