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Modernization of OSS/BSS with Open Source, Part 3: Integration

This is the third article of a four-part series, companions to a set of four webinars[1]. In the first article, we describe how open-source software can speed the evolution of OSS and BSS to a modern cloud-native microservices-based architecture. In the second article we explain how open source can be used to automate business, network […]

Live panel stream: The Advent of 5G

Join us on the 16 December at 14:20 PM for an exclusive Executive Panel on The Advent of 5G, a live event that will be streamed online at Telecoms.com.

This live panel discussion, organized by Telecoms.com, will feature industry leaders discussing various topics concerning the development of 5G in UK.

Hear from speakers representing O2, 3UK, and Telecoms.com, as they discuss future industry trends and key 5G deployments in 2020.

Modernization of OSS/BSS with Open Source: Part 2: Automation

This article is sponsored by Red Hat This is the second article of a four-part series. In the first, we described how open-source software can speed the evolution of the OSSs and BSSs to a modern cloud-native containerized microservices-based architecture. In this paper and in the companion webinar, we describe how open source can be […]

Microservices-Based Cloud Native Modernization of OSS/BSS with Open Source

This article is sponsored by Red Hat Market forces and changes in subscriber needs and expectations are leading Communications Service Providers (CSPs) to transform their entire service delivery and management infrastructure. At the forefront of this transformation is the modernization of the systems that enable the management of network services, the operations support systems (OSS) […]

The immediate 5G ‘choke point’: Rolling out 5G NR fast and efficiently

The arrival of 5G is elevating the visibility and relevancy of a wide range of innovative technologies across areas such as vRAN, SDN, NFV, IoT, AI/ML, MEC, network slicing, blockchain, quantum cryptography and more. Although the core 5G network architecture will evolve significantly in the coming years based on some of these technologies, the immediate […]

Creating customer values with AI

5G represents a paradigm shift not only in the deployment, management, and operation of networks, but also the services that can be delivered and the experiences customers can have. For 5G networks to deliver value for the operators, through both improved efficiency and top line growth, artificial intelligence (AI) has important roles to play.

Shenzhen Subsidizes 5G Deployment: Why Are Governments around the World Subsidizing 5G?

It seems the entire telecom industry has recently been talking about a document issued by the Shenzhen government to boost the construction of 5G infrastructure and the development of the industry as a whole. This document stipulated that CNY10,000 will be compensated for every standalone (SA) 5G base station deployed, and telecom operators can receive […]

Innovations in Home Media Terminals for the Upcoming 5G Era

2019 is the first year for commercial 5G networks. By August, 5G services have already been officially launched in US, South Korea, Switzerland and several other countries. 5G networks, featuring high bandwidth, ultra-reliable low latency and massive concurrent connectivity, have immediately attracted a large number of early adopters. For example, 5G users in South Korea have exceeded one million within only two months, with a penetration rate faster than that of 4G. In addition, the development of 5G-empowered services, including industrial control, drone, Internet of vehicles, and AR/VR, brings revolution in business models for various vertical industries and inspires our imagination.

5G+ Museums Bring History Back to Life

A museum seems to be a symbol of stillness and history. 5G can turn that symbol into something much more lively and vivid. What brilliant offspring will emerge when culture and technology combine? With the assistance of technology, traditional culture can not only be preserved, but also attracts and inspires a larger audience. Add 5G […]

Connected Home Security: The Best Route is the Simplest Route

There are two certainties about the continued widespread development of connected homes. One, this phenomenon is happening before our eyes – consumers continue to bring home voice assistants, smart lighting, Wi-Fi enabled thermostats and other gadgets. And two, too many of those IoT devices that make our homes connected aren’t being built with your privacy or security in mind. Instead, they’re built […]

Industries + 5G: 5G Makes VR/AR Prosper Again

“Since 2015, VR/AR has gone through a peak from all the hype about two years ago, and bottomed out in the industry when all funding retreated. But we are sure now that VR/AR will start growing again in 2019,” said Zhou Hongwei, CEO of the well-known VR device company Pico, at the Customer Strategy and […]

Industries + 5G: 5G Transforms the Gaming Industry and Facilitates Cloud Gaming

As 5G sees rapid development, what is gaming giant NetEase’s plan in integrating 5G with gaming? At the Customer Strategy and Pain Points Analysis Conference (CSPA) recently held by Huawei, Hu Zhipeng, NetEase Vice President and President of NetEase Thunder Fire Studio shared with the audience about how NetEase understands 5G and gaming. The development […]

The Power Grid Industry Is Diving Deep into 5G Commercialization

At Huawei’s 5G is ON summit held during MWC Shanghai 2019 on June 25, Hong Danke, Chief of Communications Division of Power Dispatching and Control Center, China Southern Power Grid (CSG), gave a speech on South China Power Grid’s research on 5G + smart grid application. During his speech, Mr. Hong discussed China’s current energy […]

Intelligent Mining: 5G is Revolutionary

This year’s MWC in Shanghai showed us how 5G is transforming a number of industries, including media, mining, healthcare, and electric power. In particular, the 5G unmanned mining excavator at the Huawei booth attracted considerable attention. At 5G is ON Summit held on June 25, Li Degang, Vice President of Baogang Group and Chairman of […]

5G Makes Mining Site Safer & More Efficient

As the newest generation of mobile technology, 5G has dramatically transformed many industries, not the least of which is mining. Formerly dependent on manual labor, mining has evolved into a high-tech industry that incorporates remote driving and 5G-enabled unmanned smart mines. At the Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Shanghai earlier this year, many eyes were […]

Service Innovation: Accelerating 5G Development

At MWC Shanghai 2019, Huawei Deputy Chair Ken Hu gave an update on Huawei’s progress in 5G deployment, sharing concrete examples of how service innovation and cross-industry collaboration are driving the next phase of growth in 5G. “The networks themselves are the foundation of everything, but the future of 5G development will rely heavily on […]

Intelligent Transport Networks for the 5G and Cloud Era Catalyzes 5G Business Success

At the Huawei User Group Meeting 2019, Mr. Tang Hong, Director of Data Communication Research Institute, Intelligent Network & Devices Research Institute, China Telecom, delivered a keynote speech entitled “Intelligent Transport Networks in the 5G and Cloud Era.” In his insightful speech, Mr. Tang Hong highlighted the unprecedented transport network challenges arising from the rapid […]

Exciting Time for 5G Has Only Just Started

To say that the buzz about 5G has created excitement in the telecoms world would be an understatement. After the first commercial networks switched on in North America and Asia, Europe is also caching up quickly. More recently, four 5G licences were awarded in China, the world’s largest mobile market, well ahead of the schedule […]