Nokia signs 5G deal to become BT’s largest infrastructure partner

Nokia has extended its long-term strategic relationship with BT into the 5G arena, following its selection as a 5G RAN vendor for the UK operator. As part of the deal, which will make Nokia BT’s largest equipment provider, Nokia will provide equipment and...

Ericsson launches integrated Packet Core Firewall

Ericsson is advancing 5G core network security for communications service providers (CSPs) through the launch of the cloud native Ericsson Packet Core Firewall. Core network security is a key factor in CSPs’ forward business planning as they pursue innovative...

Ericsson to acquire Cradlepoint

Ericsson has agreed to acquire Cradlepoint, the US-based market leader in Wireless Edge WAN 4G and 5G Enterprise solutions, for $1,1-billion. The investment is key to Ericsson’s ongoing strategy of capturing market share in the rapidly expanding 5G Enterprise...

Nokia digitalises global 5G network deployments

Nokia has digitalised 100% of its 5G network deployments around the world. Through the use of digitalization, machine learning and automation, Nokia is simplifying the deployment of the network infrastructure, accelerating both time-to-market and return on the 5G...

Telkom signs managed roaming agreement with Telenor

Telkom and Telenor have signed a three and a half year managed roaming agreement that will enable Telkom to improve the roaming retail offering to its end users. Through this agreement, Telenor will be responsible for the full end-to-end wholesale roaming process for...

Eutelsat, Paratus sign distribution agreement

Eutelsat Communications and Paratus, have signed a multi-year distribution agreement to bring high quality network connectivity to South Africa. Paratus will leverage the unprecedented operational flexibility and power of Eutelsat Konnect, the new-generation high...