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Lumen and IBM target enterprise AI growth with edge partnership
Lumen and IBM partner to deliver AI at the edge, enabling real-time enterprise analytics through watsonx and Lumen’s edge infrastructure.
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CFPB drops enforcement of BNPL rule
What happened: CFPB reverses BNPL enforcement The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has announced that it will not prioritise enforcement of a rule classifying buy now, pay later (BNPL) providers as credit card issuers. This decision marks the third time under President…
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Samsung’s Q1 profit rises on Galaxy S25 sales, but chip division struggles
Samsung posts record Q1 2025 earnings boosted by Galaxy S25 sales, while chip profits drop due to weak memory demand.
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NIX Members Meeting 2025: Key updates and networking
BTW Media is pleased to announce our coverage of the NIX Members Meeting 2025, happening on May 26 at the University of Oslo. This annual event gathers internet exchange providers, network operators, and infrastructure experts to exchange ideas and discuss the evolution of…
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Windstream and Ciena complete industry-first 800G WL6e trial
What happened: Windstream and Ciena 800G WL6e trial success Windstream Wholesale, in partnership with Ciena, has successfully completed an industry-first trial of Ciena’s WaveLogic 6 Extreme (WL6e) technology. The trial was conducted over a 1,590-kilometre route from Virginia…
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e& and Digicel strike deal to bolster voice security in the Americas
What happened: e& and Digicel Partner to strengthen voice services and combat telecom fraud Telecommunications giants e& and Digicel Group have entered into a strategic partnership aimed at boosting Digicel’s international voice services across the Americas. Under the agreement…
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TectumKeys brings quantum-level security to key generation
TectumKeys uses physical entropy and air-gapped hardware to generate ultra-secure cryptographic keys resistant to quantum threats.
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Nokia and Bittium test hybrid network for Finnish military
What happened: Nokia and Bittium test secure tactical network for Finnish military Bittium and Nokia have successfully demonstrated a hybrid tactical communications network for the Finnish Defence Forces. The trial, carried out in early 2025, tested the integration of Bittium’s…
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LINX124 Conference 2025: 30th anniversary & global tech networking
30th anniversary celebrations & agenda highlights The LINX124 Member Meeting & AGM, held from 2nd–3rd June 2025 at London’s Convene venue, commemorates LINX’s 30th anniversary. Attendees will explore operational updates, collaborative problem-solving sessions, and keynote…
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International Telecoms Week 2025: Key highlights to look forward to
BTW Media is excited to announce our participation in the International Telecoms Week 2025, taking place from 4 to 7 May at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in National Harbor, MD. This highly anticipated event brings together industry leaders, visionaries, and…
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Venmo gains ground as Cash App stumbles
What happened Venmo, PayPal’s mobile payments app, is seeing a resurgence in popularity, reporting stronger-than-expected growth in total payment volume in early 2025. According to earnings released by PayPal, Venmo saw double-digit growth, driven by increased user engagement…
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Top tech news today: May 2, 2025
1. Tech firms brace for recession Tech companies are advised to streamline operations, prioritise essential projects, and build financial resilience to weather potential economic downturns. Strategic planning and agility are key to survival. (InformationWeek) 2. Google adds ads…
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Digital catapult joins 6G project to boost connectivity
Digital Catapult joins a European 6G project to develop AI-driven, sustainable connectivity solutions for the future.
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American Airlines offers free Wi-Fi to attract connected travellers
What happened: American Airlines offers free Wi-Fi to improve passenger experience American Airlines has announced the launch of free Wi-Fi on its flights, aiming to enhance the travel experience for its passengers. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to attract…
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Interview with Eduardo Silva, Global Vice President of Telecommunications at Vyntelligence: How AI video auditing reduced telecom defect rates by 68%
At Connected North 2025, we were speaking with Eduardo Silva, Global Vice President of Telecommunications at Vyntelligence. Standing at the intersection of AI and video technology, he is working to solve the telecom industry’s most challenging ‘generational gap’—how can new…
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Fintech stocks surge on earnings and upgrades
What happened: Fintech sector sees positive movement Fintech stocks were in focus on Tuesday as several companies reported earnings and received analyst upgrades. Shift4 Payments saw its shares rise more than 10% after reporting first-quarter results that exceeded expectations…
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FCC updates satellite power rules and opens 37 GHz band
What happened: FCC modernises satellite power limits and introduces shared access in 37 GHz band FCC unanimously approved proposals to update satellite power regulations and establish a shared licensing framework for the 37–37.6 GHz frequency band. The move aims to reflect…
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Top tech news today: 30 April, 2025
Latest tech news including fintech earnings, Rivada’s expansion, IBM’s quantum investment, and Vodafone’s IoT projects.
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Intel reports $821M loss, despite modest Q1 performance
What happened: Intel’s Q1 performance shows modest revenue growth, but the company faces ongoing financial struggles Intel‘s Q1 earnings report shows a modest revenue increase, but the company is still grappling with significant financial losses. The tech giant reported a net…
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New SEC Chair backs pro-Innovation crypto reforms
What happened: SEC shifts to crypto innovation On just his fourth day in office, newly appointed Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Paul Atkins outlined a pro-innovation stance on cryptocurrency regulation, marking a major policy pivot from the Biden-era focus on…