All the latest news, insight and analysis regarding the latest innovations and research and development initiatives by BT, Deutsche Telekom, Telefónica and Vodafone.
CIO Seker shares Group ambition for unified Technology teams.
Quantum‑safe 5G SIM proof‑of‑concept showcased for Telefónica’s Spanish customers. Partnership set to expand to consumer eSIM offerings. Operator aims to stay ahead of quantum cyberthreat curve.
Quantum‑secured metro network connects London offices, enabling quantum key distribution and management in partnership with Toshiba. EY named first commercial customer; revenue expected within 18 months. BT CTO Watson says quantum race is on, and UK is well placed. Believes quantum will become an “integral part” of country’s economic ...
Telcos must learn from financial services peers and embrace disruption as a welcome driver of innovation. Resilient telcos that use data-driven insights to innovate will thrive, while brittle players that oppose disruption will atrophy.
Telekom Innovation Labs project on ‘new-generation’ IoT orchestration re‑surfaces. New business Staex offers a fresh, decentralised take on running smart-utility and smart-city projects. First external funding secured. Startup sits outside of the DT perimeter but maintains ties with Detecon and T‑Mobile.
BT Sport claims UK‑first in UHD broadcasting. Consumer benefits still in doubt, but remote broadcasting prowess flaunted.
Jubilee Line pilot is turned into fully fledged service. BAI hails completion of first ‘major delivery milestone’ for neutral host mobile network.
BT FWA partner Tarana predicts bumper year for 2022; BT recognised for 5G innovation.
Tests of fibre broadband technology within water mains infrastructure will examine potential for using water pipes to bring Gigabit connectivity to remote areas. 5G masts to be linked to 17km stretch of network as part of £3.2m project. New industrial use‑cases for connectivity intended to minimise water leaks and ...
TMUS continues experiments with cell tower battery alternatives.
Open Future and Wayra launch fresh startup calls; smart port developments in Valencia; co‑investments promised in Spanish sports‑tech.