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London, 22 February, 2024 – Clear Mobitel Ltd., and NEC Corporation (NEC; TSE: 6701) have announced the successful deployment of NEC’s state-of-the-art 5G Standalone (SA) Cloud Native Core Network solution in the UK to accelerate the delivery and adoption of advanced 5G services. This initiative with NEC is set to accelerate the delivery and adoption of advanced 5G services. Clear Mobitel will utilise this cutting-edge 5G core technology to support its software-centric ecosystem approach to remain agile and responsive to meet customer needs. In accordance with Clear Mobitel’s vision, NEC will help setting up the 5G network for various B2B (Private Networks) and B2C (Fixed Wireless Access) use-cases by providing 5G SA core network software on Amazon Web Services (AWS), enabling simple and fast application building, as well as rapid deployment, while driving scalability and resilience, and User Plane Function (UPF) deployed on the edge, which is part of NEC’s Open Ecosystem portfolio. “We are thrilled to partner with NEC to leverage their innovative 5G Core solution in the UK. NEC’s extensive experience and ecosystem approach align with our vision to accelerate the adoption and delivery of innovative 5G solutions and services throughout the UK and the Channel Islands”, said Harpal Mann, Founder and CEO of Clear Mobitel. “This collaboration further strengthens our commitment to delivering a robust 5G ecosystem by combining our advanced 5G network connectivity and smart data-driven artificial intelligence and machine learning platforms with greater flexibility, scalability, and reliability allowing us to meet the evolving needs of our clients”, said Dr Shahram G Niri, CTO of Clear Mobitel. “NEC, with our long tradition of technical innovation, is delighted to be working with Clear Mobitel leading the way toward networks that will drive ongoing 5G innovation”, said Yutaka Nishigori, General Manager, Mobile Core Department, NEC. “Open architecture-based networks enable a rich competitive environment that drives innovation and delivers a faster and cost-effective launch of new services.”

As the Global Content Delivery Network (CDN) market continues to surge, it's evident that the golden age of CDNs has only just begun. With mobile applications and AI driving exponential growth, organizations are increasingly relying on CDNs to navigate the complexities of global scaling. Here's a closer look at the top 9 transformative benefits CDNs offer: 1. Supercharged Reliability and Response Times: CDNs ensure rapid loading speeds, crucial for converting visitors into customers, especially on mobile devices. 2. Global Reach: With the majority of online searches now happening on mobile devices, CDNs facilitate global reach by providing local Points of Presence (PoPs) for faster page loading times. 3. Financial Savings: CDNs offer cost-effective scalability, eliminating the need for expensive foreign hosting and reducing bandwidth costs. 4. 99% Availability: CDNs guarantee almost-100% availability, crucial for maintaining online revenue and customer trust. 5. Decreased Server Load: By offloading static assets onto CDNs, organizations can drastically reduce server load, ensuring optimal performance for users. 6. Strengthened Backbone: CDNs future-proof backbone networks, facilitating access for larger numbers of users and loyal customers. 7. DDoS and Bad Bot Defenses: CDNs act as high-security fences, defending against DDoS attacks and malicious bots, ensuring uninterrupted service. 8. Cloud-Native Protection: Built with cloud-native security in mind, CDNs protect against API and injection attacks, with self-tuning capabilities for refined protection. 9. Cutting-Edge Analytics: CDNs offer deep insights and streamlined technical support, empowering organizations with targeted responses and optimization. At INXY, we specialize in maximizing the potential of CDNs, ensuring your architecture remains flexible and responsive throughout rapid growth. With our expertise and strong partnerships with major CDN providers, we help organizations stay ahead of the curve in cloud innovation. In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, CDNs are no longer optional but essential for organizations looking to thrive in the global marketplace. Let INXY Hosting be your trusted partner in unleashing the full potential of CDNs for your business. #cdn #contentdeliverynetworks #hosting

My latest Omdia report (subscription required) examines the progress of the GSMA's #OpenGateway initiative one year on from launch and how various technology vendors are positioned. 47 multinational mobile operator groups (representing 65% of global subscribers) have joined the initiative but 13 of these have still not made any launch announcements. There are notable gaps in major economies such as India, and Canada, where no operators have publicly announced API launches. In several other countries only one operator has launched. These gaps must be filled in soon to make network APIs more appealing to developers that are creating apps to serve consumers globally. The APIs that seem to be of greatest interest so far are antifraud-related: 25 operators have launched SIM Swap APIs, and 22 have launched Number Verification. QoD is less common given the technical challenge of implementing this capability in the network. Microsoft has announced the most telco partners for its API aggregation platform (Azure Programmable Connectivity) so far, well ahead of Ericsson's Vonage, Nokia's Network-as-Code. The other main contenders for network API aggregation are Infobip and Amazon Web Services (AWS). Google has been less visible but recently announced a collaboration with ClearX to make Open Gateway APIs available via its cloud console. Another notable vendor is LotusFlare whose BSS suite is used in T-Mobile's DevEdge developer marketplace and Deutsche Telekom's MagentaBusiness API portal. Operators’ own developer portals are unlikely to be the main distribution channel for network APIs. However, the operators’ developer programs can help them to co-create and innovate with their enterprise customers, tailoring solutions to solve specific problems or develop new services. https://lnkd.in/eDHqEGat

𝙊𝙣 𝙩𝙚𝙡𝙘𝙤 𝘼𝙋𝙄 𝙧𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙣𝙪𝙚 𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙨𝙥𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙨... A couple of loose thoughts (untested), inspired by discussion (here: https://lnkd.in/g63wn-7w) around this publication: https://lnkd.in/gScCW_su 1️⃣ Any extra revenue is usually based on USP. There is no USP in APIs by design, because of *interoperability* and *openness*. Linux does not make money by being open 2️⃣ Everyone talks about the universe of APIs, but I wonder what the pricing will look like, because some APIs in CAMARA generate different cost pressure (SCEF/NEF, HSS/UDM, etc.). 3️⃣ Complicated pricing = unforecastable TCO for Enterprise = Procurement/Finance does not like budget with huge error margins in the EBITDA. Meaning Telcos will have to offer either bundles and/or caps. Just like their vendors ;) 4️⃣ Obviously, developers are key and marketplace is an interesting but not the only sales channel. A marketplace in the absence of USP will tend to lower the prices but making comparisons. A better channel would be through "Solutions" (aka System integration). 5️⃣ Revenue sharing works reasonably if Telco controls the garden. But: see 1 and 4 6️⃣ In fact, the availability of APIs may well lead to closed garden solutions OUTSIDE of any marketplace. The marketplace will host low-cost apps. Scalability becomes a challenge. But there could be interesting ways for Telcos to gain edge

Failure to identify and resolve Internet Stack issues can result in costly user experience disruptions that directly impact a business's bottom line. If you want to learn how to increase revenue with Internet Performance Monitoring, this is the post for you! https://lnkd.in/eiaCnrWX #catchpoint #forrester #ipm

Server side tracking has a wealth of benefits, not least enhancing data accuracy while providing better control over collected data. Take a few minutes from your busy schedule to read this short article which extols the virtues of this non browser based solution and provides a handy set up guide. https://buff.ly/3SHkw9N+ #silvertipdigital #tracking #ecommerce #onlinegrowth #serversidetracking #roas

Telco execs, it's time to kickstart 2024 with my latest blogs! Catch up on all of them this weekend. ⭐️ In "Telcos, don’t give away your strategic advantage!," I explain why even though Open Gateway is a huge boost to telco, the industry still needs to address a critical step before it can recapture lost revenue. https://bit.ly/3RSy29q ⭐️ In "Do telcos need an AI strategy?," find out why your telco needs an AI strategy and how to get started on crafting one. https://bit.ly/3RtVx8x ⭐️ In "Dead Vendor Walking – What to do when your vendor is TOAST," learn the warning signs that a vendor is in financial distress and how to protect your business so its problems don’t become yours. https://bit.ly/4a63FEI Catch up on all your public cloud and AI reading at https://bit.ly/44LzQ8F Subscribe to the only newsletter written for telecom executives moving the public cloud. https://bit.ly/3OxxdRG #telecommunications #cloud #AI #API

Learn how Rakuten Symphony and 1&1 AG built Europe’s most modern, software-driven mobile network in Germany 💯 Full story: https://lnkd.in/gECCAt4B "All network functions are located in our private cloud and are controlled by software. As a system integrator, Rakuten also ensures that all network components interact smoothly. In this way, 1&1 benefits from the extensive experience that Rakuten has gained in recent years in operating the world's first Open RAN in Japan. The full functionality of the 1&1 O-RAN is a major milestone in our company's history." -- Ralph Dommermuth, CEO of 1&1 AG In 2021, 1&1 picked Rakuten Symphony to build Germany’s fourth mobile network and the industry anticipated a revolutionary software-driven design. Just 28 months later, the network launched as promised with a fully cloud-native approach across core, OSS, BSS and RAN. 1&1 anticipated that the network would be more agile, highly modularized, and based on a software-first approach – and they were right. Now, the two companies have published a case study (https://lnkd.in/gb7EKm5y) that describes the network building process and the resulting network capabilities in full detail. Here are some of the key network stats 📖 a) 1&1 is running Europe’s first end-to-end fully containerized network entirely on the cloud. b) In 2023, 1&1 launched its enhanced mobile broadband (eMBB) service for mobile. The eMBB network featured cloud-native technology and automation/AI capabilities. c) 80 partner vendors contributed to the building and network integration. d) More than 10,000+ features and functionalities were tested and validated for customer onboarding, as well as billing and service offerings. e) With Rakuten Symphony on board, 1&1 published results from a friendly user trial that showed peak network speeds of 1 Gigabit/second (on 50MHz NR, 10 Mhz LTE) and low latency of 3 ms with mMIMO and 32 and 64TR. f) Using the Rakuten Telecom Platform, 1&1 was able to spin up central, regional and edge data centers in a shorter time than legacy platforms. What's Next ⏭ Now that the network is operational, 1&1 is now migrating its more than 12 million mobile virtual network customers to the new mobile network and working towards a 2030 coverage target of 50 percent of all German households. The success of this network is a blueprint for how to roll out next-generation greenfield networks. Full story: https://lnkd.in/gECCAt4B #openran #cloud #automation #ai #1&1 #rakuten #germany #mwc2024 Rakuten Rakuten Symphony Rakuten Mobile, Inc.

Outdated tech falls short against the surge in app-enabled purchases and real-time inventory tracking. From SD-WAN at the edge to NaaS to UCaaS, CBTS has the keys to keep you competitive in the realm of app-driven stores: http://spr.ly/6047V2721

Post Mortem Impact: A complete outage of the e-commerce platform, preventing users from browsing, adding items to cart, and completing purchases. Approximately 95% of users were affected. Root Cause: A misconfigured load balancer rule caused traffic to be routed to an inactive backend server. Timeline * Monitoring alerts indicated a significant drop in website traffic and increased error rates. * Engineering team initiated incident response protocol. Initial investigation focused on application servers and database. * After ruling out application and database issues, the network team joined the investigation. * A misconfigured load balancer rule was identified as the potential culprit. * The load balancer configuration was corrected. * System stability was confirmed, and service was restored. Root Cause and Resolution The root cause of the outage was a misconfigured load balancer rule. The rule incorrectly routed traffic to an inactive backend server, resulting in service unavailability. To resolve the issue, the load balancer configuration was updated to correctly distribute traffic across active backend servers. Corrective and Preventative Measures To prevent similar incidents in the future, the following actions will be taken: * Enhance load balancer monitoring: Implement more granular monitoring on load balancer health and configuration. * Strengthen incident response procedures: Review and refine incident response protocols to accelerate troubleshooting. * Implement automated failover: Explore options for automated failover mechanisms to mitigate the impact of similar issues. * Conduct regular audits: Perform routine audits of infrastructure configurations to identify potential risks. Specific tasks: * Add monitoring for load balancer rule changes and health checks. * Create a dedicated incident response playbook for load balancer related issues. * Evaluate options for load balancer high availability and failover. * Schedule quarterly infrastructure audits. By implementing these measures, we aim to significantly reduce the likelihood and impact of future outages.