European Commission commits €865m funding for 5G, fibre networks

The European Commission (EC) is ploughing ahead on improving member states’ digital connectivity infrastructures and has adopted the second work programme for the digital element of the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF), which defines the scope and objectives of EU-funded actions in the area. The EC believes that making Europe more digital is one of its … Read more

WBA OpenRoaming promises new era of digital inclusion across Australia

The global industry body dedicated to improving Wi-Fi standards and services, the Wireless Broadband Alliance (WBA), has announced the launch of “a breakthrough deployment” allowing some of Australia’s most remote and marginalised communities to gain access to online healthcare, education and secure communications through the arrival of a public Wi-Fi network. The project, delivered by Easyweb Digital … Read more

NFL and Cisco gain yardage with network and security partnership

The National Football League (NFL) has been working on expanding beyond its US national home, with London now an almost permanent fixture for some teams, as it looks to bolster its operations across a growing slate of international games. This includes games in London, as well as matchups in São Paulo and Munich in 2024, … Read more

Nokia sharpens edge for industrial communications

Nokia has announced six new applications on its MX Industrial Edge (MXIE) platform to produce a number of benefits for enterprises, including improving worker safety and site security, enhancing operational efficiency and securing operational technology (OT) environments in areas such as manufacturing, mining, ports and chemical industries. An integral part of Nokia’s private network services, … Read more

Private 5G takes off at Schiphol airport

Schiphol Airport is partnering with Ericsson to drive a digital transformation to a future-ready airport with robust digital infrastructure that supports next-generation services. The airport based to the west of Amsterdam is said to be the world’s third busiest air hub by international passenger numbers. In August 2024, 6.4 million passengers flew to, from or … Read more