Wednesday, January 6, 2021

Intel intros facial authentication solution

Intel introduced an on-device, facial authentication solution that combines an active depth sensor with a specialized neural network. The technology could be used for smart locks, access control, point-of-sale, ATMs, kiosks, etc.Intel said its RealSense ID technology integrates anti-spoofing features and can adapt to users over time as they change physical features, such as facial hair and glasses. "Intel RealSense ID combines purpose-built...

T-Mobile US cites progress with 5G rollout

T-Mobile US reported its highest postpaid net additions in company history at 5.5 million for the full-year 2020. “Our focus on bringing unmatched value and experience to customers while building and delivering the nation’s best 5G network paid off with record-breaking results in 2020 (5.5 million new postpaid customers!) – and we continue to be the growth leader in wireless,” said Mike Sievert, T-Mobile CEO. “Our 5G leadership position is getting...

Fiber Broadband Association elects 2021 Board of Directors

The Fiber Broadband Association (FBA) announced its 2021 Board of Directors:Chair: Katie Espeseth, Vice President of New Products, EPBVice Chair: Kevin Morgan, Chief Marketing Officer, ClearfieldSecretary: Gregg Logan, Vice President of Engineering, C SpireTreasurer: Joe Jensen, Director, Americas Market Development, CorningJoseph “JJ” Jones, Executive Vice President, On Trac, Inc.Teles Fremin, Chief Communications Engineer, LUSJoanne Hovis, President,...

Zain to deploy 60,000 Nokia 5G FWA gateways across Saudi Arabia

 Zain KSA will deploy 60,000 of Nokia's FastMile 5G Gateways across Saudi Arabia over the next 12 months. The 5G fixed wireless access gateways incorporate eSIMS (embedded SIM), aligning with Zain KSA’s digital transformation strategy to enhance the customer experienceFastMile 5G gateways connect homes and businesses with fixed 5G technology and offer support Wi-Fi 6.                Nokia FastMile...

NYSE reverses its reversal and will delist Chinese operators

The New York Stock Exchange reversed its earlier reversal and once again now intends to begin delisting procedures for China Telecom Corporation Limited, China Telecom Corporation Limited, China Telecom Corporation Limited. In late December, the NYSE announced the delisting plans in order to be  in compliance with President Trump's Executive Order 13959, which was issued on November 12,2020 and which targets Chinese companies with ties...

Infinite Electronics acquires NavePoint

Infinite Electronics, a leading global supplier of electronic components, has acquired NavePoint, an online provider of networking equipment and services.Founded in 2008, NavePoint is based in Libertyville, Illinois and employs approximately 25 team members.NavePoint will continue to operate as an independent brand within the overall Infinite family of brands. The company’s president, Evan Schoenberg, will join the Infinite leadership team and will...

Dremio raises $135 million for data lake service

Dremio, a start-up based in Santa Clara, California, raised $135 million in Series D funding for its data lake service.Dremio eliminates the need to copy and move data to proprietary data warehouses or create cubes, aggregation tables and BI extracts. “There is a challenging story before the story when it comes to data warehouses, and that is the process of copying, moving and synchronizing data,” said Billy Bosworth, CEO of Dremio. “Dremio’s...