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Thinking about the future of telecoms ?

The GSMA's Open Gateway initiative, launched at #MWC last year, signified an enormous shift in the telco space, and marks an evolution towards a new era of APIs. This move promises to unlock the full potential of 5G networks, ushering in a world where connectivity is not just about speed, but about creating a seamless, interconnected ecosystem that supports innovation at every turn. The economic opportunity here is staggering. According to research from McKinsey & Company, network API initiatives like Open Gateway represent a $300 billion opportunity for telcos between now and the end of the decade. It is clear that operators need to innovate and collaborate to capture this potential. You can hear more about the Open Gateway initiative in this recent #MWC24 interview between Justin Springham and José María Álvarez-Pallete, Chairman and CEO at Telefonica - https://lnkd.in/eEd73dVD At Vitrifi, we see the Open Gateway initiative as a catalyst for change, paving the way for an ecosystem that is more open, accessible, and ripe for innovation. Moreover, it will have significant knock-on effects on the broadband market as the increased competition and innovation driven by Open Gateway in the mobile space will put further pressure on fixed network operators to improve their offerings and pricing. This will ultimately lead to better broadband services for consumers and a more competitive market - in which Vitrifi will stand proudly, at the heart of this new ecosystem of competition and collaboration. #TelecomsInnovation #OpenGateway #DigitalTransformation #MWC2024 #Vitrifi

Dylan Hinde and Mark Hamilton-Payne, representing 7Twenty—a division of the PIMMS Group—recently attended the prestigious Texas Communications Expo (TCEI 2024)! 🚀 This event, which was held at the Cadence Bank Centre in Belton, Texas, from April 2 to 4, 2024, was the largest in the southwestern region. What is their mission? In pursuit of novel business prospects, establish alliances with strategic partners, and broaden our worldwide distribution infrastructure. During the conference, Dylan and Mark attended more than 230 vendor booths and participated in roundtable discussions and networking opportunities. During the talks, they delved into discussions about 7Twenty's innovative products and services tailored for the fiber optic and telecommunications sectors. Explaining how, these solutions can revolutionize their business operations. However, the day was not solely focused on business; our dynamic pair were also invited to the renowned crawfish boil and witnessed thrilling scholarship drawings. We remain committed to providing regular updates regarding our progress in the telecommunications sector. #7Twenty #PIMMSGroup #TCEI2024 #TelecommunicationsExpoto #7Twenty #PIMMSGroup #TCEI2024 #TexasCommunicationsExpo #CadenceBankCentre #BeltonTexas #NetworkingOpportunities #BusinessAlliances #DistributionInfrastructure #FiberOpticSolutions #TelecommunicationsSector #InnovativeProducts #StrategicPartnerships #ConferenceEvents #VendorBooths

Day 1 at #ETSISEC2024 was great! Lots of interesting talks. Here's a quick takeaway regarding #IoTSecurity as well as speakers' insights: - SBOM interoperability and replicability is an important topic. It's not about having an SBOM, it's about what you do with it. Key message: don't talk about "BOM" in an airport (use an American accent and you'll understand why).   - There's a EU project called "CYBERSTAND.eu" that is looking for CRA experts to develop new standards. The budget is 2,999,999.09 € (yep...) Key message: you must reside in the EU to participate. - SBOM + VM + supply chain (upstream/downstream) is important and it's more than just putting a few self-declarative questions in an Excel file. You need processes, training, tools and A LOT of efforts. Huawei explained it well. Key message: collaboration is key, and you should probably train your suppliers and customers. - EUCC is not 100% CRA-ready and it will be updated soon. Some gaps remain and ENISA has a great report about it. Key message: if you already use EUCC, you should be OK with CRA. But if you don't, and you don't have to, simply don't. All presentation are available online: https://lnkd.in/eGChg9Es

Making a small dent in #Intelligence and #Security of network infrastructure. #MovingAMountain #Cybersecurity #ZeroTrustArchitecture #NetworkInfrastructure

A smart city leverages cutting-edge ICT and innovative solutions, such as IoT technologies, to improve quality of life, promote economic growth, and streamline urban services. The WBBA GigaCITY whitepaper describes the key characteristics of a Gigacity, where Gigabit connectivity is usually not only a step up from 10s or 100s of Mbps for achieving greater convenience when streaming videos or playing computer games, but is a fundamental driver and enabler of broader smart city initiatives. https://lnkd.in/dxhTQ8jT

🌐 As we reflect on ANGA COM 2024, a key takeaway was the critical discussion around Copper Retirement. This transition is not just about upgrading our infrastructure; it's about rethinking our approach to network access and collaboration. 🔗 In our latest article, we dive into how Open Access serves as a foundational step towards successful Copper Retirement. Establishing standardized products and processes among operators is essential to ensure the quality and reliability that our future networks demand. Read more about our perspective and strategic insights here. 🤝 The event highlighted the urgent need for industry-wide cooperation and innovation. As we phase out copper networks, the role of Open Access will become increasingly significant in shaping a robust and future-proof telecommunications ecosystem. #ANGACOM2024 #OpenAccess #CopperRetirement #Telecommunications #Detecon #Innovation #Networking

🎉 Belden Inc. and its team members – Ron Tellas, Henry Franc and Brian Schuman – are making waves in the industry with our recent accolade for our contributions to the Telecommunications Industry Association and BICSI. Learn more by reading this blog. #BICSI #TIA #telecommunications #cablingstandards #industryrecognition #Belden

We had an excellent turnout at this year's Conference. The 12th ICT4D Conference welcomed participants and organisations from around the world - the majority of which, came from low-middle-income-countries (LMIC). This is the highest LMIC representation in the Conference's history! This year also had one of the highest attendance rates from the Conference's host country, in comparison to previous years. It is encouraging to see that the ICT4D Conference continues to be a well-attended and regionally diverse event. #ICT4D2024 #ICT #DigitalDevelopment #DevelopmentTech

📢 Join Us for an Exclusive Webinar! 📢 We're excited to announce our upcoming webinar "Unlocking CAPEX Savings and Operational Efficiency with SDN-Enabled Broadband; The Future of Simplified Access" on October 22nd, 2024 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM CET! This is your opportunity to gain valuable insights from industry experts on how Netsia Broadband Suite and Software Enabled Broadband Technologies are revolutionizing broadband services. You will learn about the advantages of integrating these technologies and discover the real-world impact through case studies, including insights from Türk Telekom's success with Netsia solutions.💡 🎙 Speakers: Roy Chua (Moderator) Süleyman Çimen (Türk Telekom) Mustafa Ozden (Netsia) 🔍 What to Expect: - Key unlocks needed for the long road to SDN, open platforms, and disaggregation - Case Study: Türk Telekom's Broadband Success; how Türk Telekom leveraged Netsia BB Suite, achieved benefits and outcomes, lessons learned and best practices - Netsia BB Suite product overview, key features and benefits for ISPs - Live Q&A session to get your questions answered 📅 Date: October 22nd, 2024 🕒 Time: 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM CET 📝 Register here: https://lnkd.in/dWQcGCuA #Webinar #Netsia #TurkTelekom #IndustryTrends