Latest Eventwatch Content – Page 5
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EventsOrange’s Vamparys joins cloud-native dots
Speaking at DSP Leaders event, CTIO for Europe sets out approach to cloud native.
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Network & InfrastructureBT’s Watson urges “scared” telcos to embrace innovation, but efficiently
Solving the conundrum of driving innovation while managing energy efficiency will demand operators get a grip on legacy technology says BT networks chief, speaking at DSP Leaders event.
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PremiumInfraCos dig automation as opex pressures build
Operational efficiency is a must for capex-intensive rollouts, say operators at DSP Leaders event. Greenfield InfraCo ConnectiviTree bakes in automation from scratch. BAI Communications takes software engineering to London Underground.
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PremiumT-Mobile US CEO trumpets enterprise, rural gains
Mike Sievert outlines “methodological approach” to building share in underpenetrated areas. Highlights Verizon’s role as “great benchmark” to mark enterprise progress.
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M&ATowerXchange Europe: Phoenix Tower explores new avenues for growth, still open to M&A
As tower deals cool off in Europe, comparative upstart Phoenix Tower International looks to operational efficiency and adjacent growth areas. Scott Lewis, VP Next Generation Solutions at PTI, flags difficulties with DAS, and says it’s “early days” for mobile private networks. Warns off engagement with enterprise IT as neither ...
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Strategy & ChangeVodafone’s Petty calls for telcos to get “sexy” to pull more engineers
Vodafone CDIO, speaking at DSP Leaders event, is calling for cultural change that will accept engineers being rewarded in a manner rivalling traditional telco leadership and on a par with hyperscalers.
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Strategy & ChangeTowerXchange Europe: Vantage eyes in-building DAS for adjacent growth
Vantage Towers looks to continue expansion into adjacent markets, with CEO Vivek Badrinath naming DAS as a strong candidate for growth.
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Strategy & ChangeTowerXchange Europe: TOTEM CEO outlines need for change to meet “endless” capacity demand
Nicolas Roy says industry needs to do its own homework and implement digital processes. “Tight link” between TowerCos and MNOs underpinned by offer of more specific site solutions.
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PremiumFutureNet World: Orange puts case for collaboration and the telco cloud
Group CTO cites need for ‘horizontal’ platform, elimination of silos. Calls on more operators to join Project Sylva initiative. Telus counterpart calls 5G NSA one of industry’s “biggest travesties”, with all complicit.
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PremiumFibre players want further action on multi-dwelling challenges
Openreach and Virgin Media O2 representatives look to overcome obstacles in fibre rollout to multi-dwelling units in the UK.
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Network & InfrastructureVirgin Media O2 to release NB-IoT this year
Operator joins BT in preparing a refreshed IoT platform for release later in 2023.
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PremiumBuilding infra resilience will cost industry — Ofcom
UK watchdog warns sector to be prepared for the costs to comply with new Telecommunications Security Act.
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PremiumFutureNet World: BT, Vodafone call out 5G SA delays, urge industry rethink
BT’s Josie Smith and Vodafone’s Andrea Doná lament slow progress but remain optimistic about standalone 5G if approach changes.
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PremiumDT’s Greiner applauds EU Connectivity Package, with some caveats
EC puts telecoms back in spotlight with three major initiatives.
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Network & InfrastructureHigh hopes: German regulator puts 300GHz on potential spectrum roadmap
Technological enhancements are opening up more spectrum for commercial purposes, says BNetzA’s planning boss.
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PremiumUK gov has ‘arrangements’ to protect Project Gigabit amid supplier squeeze
Building Digital UK says taxpayer-funded supply contracts are sheltered from partner collapse or acquisition, amid ongoing expectation of sector consolidation.
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PremiumOfcom ponders neutral host spectrum as UK gov pushes for faster progress
Ofcom’s spectrum policy director says that doing more to enable neutral host network providers to leverage their own spectrum is “on the radar”.
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PremiumOrange frets over 5G energy bill
Hervé Suquet says higher traffic volumes threaten to wipe out 5G’s greater energy efficiencies if industry does not work together.
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EventsFTTH Conference: fibre-rich Spain faces final rural connectivity hurdle
Telefónica’s accelerated timeline for copper exchange closures adds momentum to rural fibre rollouts, as nation targets 100% fibre coverage by 2025.
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PremiumUK gov discussing new ‘fund’ to fill Project Gigabit gaps
Building Digital UK considers new ‘product’ to fuel next stage of government Gigabit programme.