HYPHN
Hello, this week we’re cutting through the noise and focusing on what actually moves creators forward.
AI in telecom is just starting, but the industry is moving faster than most operators can keep up with. New deployments happen weekly across different regions. Vendors announce capabilities. Standards evolve.
Let’s dive in.
TELECOM IN NEWS
Vodafone and Three Merger Cleared by UK Regulator
The UK regulator has approved the £16.5 billion Vodafone-Three merger, creating the largest mobile operator in Britain. The deal includes commitments to invest £11 billion in a combined 5G network over eight years, along with price caps for three years to protect consumers. This merger is set to transform the UK’s telecom landscape.
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Nvidia Partners with Vietnam for AI R&D Expansion
Nvidia has signed an agreement with Vietnam to establish AI research and data centers, enhancing Vietnam’s ambitions as a tech hub. The collaboration includes expanding Viettel Group’s AI data center and acquiring VinBrain for advanced AI development. This move reflects Nvidia’s growing interest in Southeast Asia’s digital economy.
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Ericsson Pioneers AI for Autonomous Networks
Ericsson is advancing AI-driven telecom innovations with generative AI agents and its AI Language Intelligence platform. The aim is to simplify network operations and achieve fully autonomous networks. AI accelerator hubs in Sweden, India, and North America are driving this transformative effort.
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Microsoft to Train 1M People in Poland in AI Skills
Microsoft aims to equip one million Poles with AI skills by 2025 via its AI Skills Navigator platform. With over 200 courses available, this initiative addresses a growing demand for AI knowledge in Poland’s workforce, where 53% of leaders prioritize AI skills in hiring.
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HEADLINES
UPCOMING EVENTS
ITW Asia 2024, Singapore, Date: Dec 4-5, 2024 | Event Page
IoT Tech Expo Global, London, Date: Feb 5-6, 2025 | Event Page
Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2025, Date: March 3-6, 2025 | Event Page
🛠️ Did You Know
In 1973, Motorola engineer Martin Cooper made the first-ever mobile phone call using the DynaTAC 8000X prototype. The call, placed to a rival researcher, marked the beginning of the mobile communication revolution. The device weighed 2.5 pounds and had a 30-minute battery life, paving the way for modern smartphones.
Until next one,
Team HYPHN