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Ericsson launches integrated Packet Core Firewall to boost 5G core security

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 new business opportunities powered by 5G and emerging technologies.

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·5 years ago

Canada might not compensate major telecom providers over any Huawei 5G ban

Canada is indicating it might not compensate major telecom providers if the federal government bans Huawei equipment from 5G networks, setting up a potential fight over a bill that could hit C$1bn. Canada, under pressure from the United States to ban Huawei gear on security grounds, is studying whether to allow the firm into the country’s next-generation 5G networks.

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·5 years ago

Orange launches 5G in Spain powered by Ericsson

Orange has launched nationwide 5G in Spain. Ericsson 5G Radio Access Network (RAN) and Core products and solutions are powering Orange Spain's 5G services in Madrid and Barcelona, the nation's two largest cities. Ericsson's initial 5G deployments in Madrid and Barcelona will be followed by other locations under a four-year partnership to help Orange Spain develop its 5G offering across Spain.

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·5 years ago

Vodafone powers world’s first 5G piano duet

Vodafone and Formula 1 World Champion Lewis Hamilton have teamed up to showcase the potential of 5G with the world’s first 5G piano duet. For the one-off performance, two pianos in different locations in London were connected, allowing Lewis to show off his piano playing skills live with UK musician and producers, Jay Keys.

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·5 years ago

Samsung wins $6.6 billion 5G Verizon deal

Samsung said on Monday it had won a US$6.64 billion order to provide wireless communication solutions to Verizon in the United States, a major win for the firm in the next-generation 5G network market.

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·5 years ago

EE launches new 5G Business Plans

EE has launched a new range of 5G Business Plans, allowing customers Unlimited Data and a range of unique Smart Benefits. Exclusive to EE only, business handset customers also cover Lifetime Guarantee and Free Next Day Replacement for their device at no extra cost, and the option to upgrade to a new device when they want during their contract.

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·5 years ago

Huawei 5G Passes GSMA’s Network Equipment Security Assurance Scheme

Huawei's 5G wireless and core network equipment (5G RAN gNodeB, 5G Core UDG,UDM,UNC,UPCF) and LTE eNodeB has passed the GSMA’s Network Equipment Security Assurance Scheme (NESAS). GSMA NESAS boosts the industry's confidence in telecom network equipment, making it a practical choice for the industry and an important consideration for all regional markets, to jointly promote the development of more aligned mobile communications market.

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·5 years ago

Will OnwardMobility learn from past BlackBerry smartphone failures

In a surprise announcement last week, it was revealed that BlackBerry is teaming up with startup OnwardMobility for a new 5G smartphone with physical keyboard and enhanced security. Let's delve into our opinion of some of the mistakes that have been made in the past and whether lessons will be learned going forward.

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·5 years ago

Huawei and China Telecom Shenzhen Launch World’s First 5G “Super Uplink + Downlink CA” Pilot Site

Huawei and China Telecom Shenzhen have jointly launched the world's first pilot site that binds 5G Super Uplink and downlink carrier aggregation (CA). This pilot innovatively leverages Super Uplink to maximise uplink coverage and experience, as well as fully utilises downlink dual-carrier CA to deliver optimal user experience.

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·5 years ago

New BlackBerry 5G smartphone coming in 2021

Despite it's many failures with their smartphones, it would appear that BlackBerry have not given up on producing smartphones. In a surprise announcement Wednesday, Startup OnwardMobility announced agreements with BlackBerry and FIH Mobile, a subsidiary of Foxconn, to deliver a new 5G BlackBerry Android smartphone with physical keyboard, in the first half of 2021 in North America and Europe.

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·5 years ago

Ofcom confirms 5G Spectrum Auction in January 2021

Ofcom has confirmed plans to auction important airwaves to help improve mobile broadband and support the rollout of 5G. Ofcom manages the UK’s airwaves – or spectrum – a finite resource that is essential for wireless services including mobile phones.

5G Connected UK

·5 years ago

Centrica and Vodafone to build gas plant of the future

Energy giant Centrica and Vodafone are to build the gas plant of the future at their Easington facility by launching the first 5G ready mobile private network (MPN) for the oil and gas industry.

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·5 years ago

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