Procera Reports Fast Growth for its DPI Solutions

Procera Networks, a developer of Evolved Deep Packet Inspection (DPI) solutions providing traffic awareness, control and protection, reported Q4 2009 revenue of $9.4 million, an increase of 108% from $4.5 million in the fourth quarter of 2008. For the fiscal year 2009, total revenue was $20.1 million, an increase of 75% from $11.5 million in fiscal year 2008. The GAAP net income for the fourth quarter of 2009 was $877,000, or a net income of $0.01 per diluted share. This compares to a GAAP net loss of $2.7 million, or a net loss of $0.03 per diluted...

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Infonetics: Strong Growth for Ethernet-based Microwave Equipment

The worldwide microwave equipment market grew from $4.94 billion to $5.85 billion between 2008 and 2009 (up 18%), according to a newly published report from Infonetics Research. The report, published quarterly, tracks vendor market share and market size for TDM microwave equipment, dual Ethernet/TDM microwave equipment, and Ethernet-only equipment split by backhaul, transport, and access.Some highlights:Following a down quarter in 3Q09, worldwide...

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IntelliNet Granted Patent for Mobile Data Offload

IntelliNet Technologies was granted a U.S. patent (number 7,650,428) related to Wi-Fi-based mobile data offload. The new patent was included in the technology gained in the company's acquisition of Azaire Networks in 2008. Specifically, the patent for Mobile Cellular Network Selection from Wireless LAN is fundamental to Wi-Fi data offload, as it enables wireless subscribers to select from multiple Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) when connecting to public Wi-Fi hotspots such as hotels, airports or coffee shops. This allows the transparent establishment...

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RadiSys Acquires Pactolus for SIP Applications Software

RadiSys has acquired privately--held Pactolus Communications Software, a developer of solutions for converged TDM/IP and SIP--enabled VoIP networks. Financial terms were not disclosed.Pactolus' customizable turnkey SIPware services include large operator--assisted event and reservationless audio conferencing, prepaid/post--paid long distance services, residential/business Class 5 VoIP, and voice messaging. The company says its software solutions...

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TeliaSonera Upgrades Backhaul on LTE Base Stations to 100 Mbps

TeliaSonera, which activated the first commercial LTE service in the world in December 2009, announced the next step in its next-generation mobile broadband roll-out. The company is upgrading base stations to 100 Mbps, beginning with sites in central Stockholm and extending to the rest of the network in Spring. The upgraded backhaul will enable downlink speeds of up to 80 Mbps to customers in optimal locations.Telia's 4G network is currently installed...

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TeliaSonera Deploys Juniper's TX Matrix Plus Super Core

TeliaSonera International Carrier is the first network operator to deploy Juniper Networks' TX Matrix Plus, a multi-chassis core routing system that works with the Juniper Control System (JCS) 1200 to allow the virtualization of routing systems, networks and services. The Juniper TX Matrix Plus architecture enables service providers to create "super-nodes" of up to 25 Tbps. This enables up to 256 40GbE ports or 1,024 GbE ports in a single routing...

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STMicroelectronics Integrates CryptoFirewall into Set-top Box Chips

STMicroelectronics began sampling set-top-box System-on-Chip (SoC) devices featuring advanced "CryptoFirewall" security for combating Pay-TV piracy -- the illicit decryption of signals for viewing or redistribution.<>The CryptoFirewall security core, which was developed by Cryptography Research, features dedicated tamper-proof and emulation-resistant hardware designed to work with the STB's conditional access system. CryptoFirewall has been developed specifically to meet the pay-TV industry's needs, is already deployed in over 75 million...

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Turkcell Plans Dual Carrier HSPA+ for 42.2 Mbps this Year

Turkcell has successfully a HSPA multi carrier 42.2 Mbps test on its 3G network in Istanbul. The test, which was conducted on March 5, used Ericsson's HSPA Multi Carrier Solution.Turkcell Chief Network Operations Officer, Ilter Terzioglu said: "Turkcell will provide these speed levels to its customers in 2010 and aims to reach 84 Mbps in 3G. As always, Turkcell continues to invest in cutting-edge infrastructures, to ensure its network can utilize...

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FCC's Clyburn Raises Concern on Broadband Affordability and Competition

FCC Commissioner Mignon Clyburn issued a statement raising her concern over news that a major broadband provider is raising its rates for its lowest tiers of broadband service. This came on the heels of plans unveiled byother major providers throughout the country to increase prices as well."If we are serious as a nation -- both public and private sectors -- about connecting America; about leading the world technologically and economically; about ensuring that all Americans have meaningful access to on-line education, healthcare, and information...

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ZTE Completes First 14.7 Mbps EV-DO Rev.B Data Call

ZTE has completed the first EV-DO Rev.B Phase II data call with a download rate of 14.7 Mbps.ZTE, which introduced the world's first 9.3Mbps EV-DO Rev.B Phase I system last year, is now the first in the industry to introduce EV-DO Rev.B Phase II technology. EV-DO Rev.B technology enhances spectrum efficiency to extend mobile talk-time by approximately 30 percent and effectively prolong standby time. A new baseband chip is also adopted in the Rev.B...

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Telekom Austria Adopts Alcatel-Lucent's TPSDA

Telekom Austria has adopted the Alcatel-Lucent Triple-Play Service Delivery Architecture (TPSDA) to bring smaller communities the same triple play services today provided to customers in larger metropolitan areas. Specifically, Telekom Austria will use the new Alcatel-Lucent 7750 SR-c12 multiservice IP/MPLS router to extend its Ethernet aggregation network for supporting broadband services such as "aon TV," the service provider's IPTV offering. ...

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Virgin Media Tests Aerial FTTH in the UK

UK-based Virgin Media is evaluating the use of telegraph poles to connect residential customers to its fiber network. A field trial planned for the Berkshire village of Woolhampton. Villagers will be offered Virgin Media's TV service, including around 5,000 hours of catch up TV and on demand content. The trial will start this month and is scheduled to run for approximately six months.Virgin Media has previously announced plans to extend its fiber...

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Veraz Posts Flat Revenues of $18.6 Million, Explores Options

Veraz Networks reported Q4 2009 revenue of $18.6 million, which was roughly flat as compared to the third quarter of 2009 and lower than the $26.3 million recorded for the fourth quarter of 2008. Revenue for the full year was $75.1 million, as compared to $93.4 million for 2008. Gross margin percentage for the fourth quarter was 57%, which was lower than the record 64% for the third quarter of 2009 and lower than the 60% for the fourth quarter of 2008. Net loss on a GAAP basis for the fourth quarter of 2009 was ($4.1 million) or ($0.09) loss...

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Verizon Business Earns Cisco UC and Security Certifications

Verizon has achieved the Master Unified Communications (UC) Specialization from Cisco, recognizing that the company has fulfilled the training requirements and program prerequisites to sell, deploy and support highly sophisticated applications-based Cisco Unified Communications solutions. In addition, Verizon Business has earned Cisco's Master Security Specialization, recognizing that the company has fulfilled the rigorous training requirements and program prerequisites to sell, deploy and support Cisco Internet Protocol Next-Generation Network...

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