Nokia announced new platform capabilities and applications for its on-premise Mission Critical Industrial Edge (MXIE) computing solution. Enhancements will enable Nokia MXIE to host applications from different ecosystems, including legacy non-cloud native workloads, elevate operational technology (OT) network security and facilitate application development to advance enterprise digital transformation.
CommScope reported its results for the second quarter of 2022, showing an 8.5% year-on-year (YoY) increase in core net sales. Momentum continues to build in the Connectivity and Cable Solutions segment as net sales increased 26% year-over-year (YoY).
Setting the pace for sustainable networks, Ericsson has introduced a new triple-band, tri-sector radio that boasts a capacity of nine radios for single-band sites. The new Radio 6646 cuts energy consumption by 40% compared to triple-band single-sector radios and reduces weight – with its use of aluminum – by 60%, minimizing site footprint as well.
Nokia has announced that they have signed a five-year 5G deal with AST SpaceMobile, Inc., the company building the first and only space-based cellular broadband network accessible directly by standard 4G or 5G mobile devices. Under the deal, Nokia and AST SpaceMobile will work to achieve their joint ambition to expand universal coverage and connect underserved communities around the world. The launch of AST SpaceMobile’s BlueWalker 3 test satellite later this year will kick off global testing with mobile network operators on six continents.
Ericsson has announced the appointment of Ekow Nelson as the Country General Manager of Ericsson United Arab Emirates (UAE), effective immediately.
Nokia announced research that forecasts 5G subscriptions reaching 263 million in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region by 2026. The 5G subscription growth will primarily be in Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, including Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait and Bahrain. Additionally, subscribers in South Africa, Nigeria and North African countries will increase adoption following the release of new spectrum. This trend is triggered by the increasing use of high-bandwidth consumer applications and industrial use cases.
Nokia’s iSIM Secure Connect solution has been accredited by the telecom industry group and leading wireless industry representative body, after a rigorous process of demonstrating an ongoing and systematic approach to managing information security risks and protecting data.
Ericsson announces the appointment of Nicolas Blixell as Vice President and Head of Gulf Council Countries (GCC) effective 20 July 2022. As part of his role, Nicolas Blixell will be responsible for the GCC excluding the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, which is a separate market at Ericsson.
A new Ericsson digital experience addresses how 5G and next-generation connectivity could make things that are beyond our imaginations today into everyday realities by 2030.
Ericsson has completed its acquisition of Vonage Holdings Corp. (Vonage). As a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Group, Vonage will become a separate business area undertaken as the Business Area Global Communications Platform (BGCP).
