The European AI Act: A Landmark Regulation Enters into Force

In a historic move, the European Artificial Intelligence Act (AI Act), the world’s first comprehensive regulation on artificial intelligence, has officially entered into force. Designed to ensure that AI developed and used within the European Union is trustworthy and aligned with the protection of fundamental rights, the AI Act aims to establish a harmonized internal market for AI. This regulation is expected to encourage the adoption of AI technology...

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Deutsche Telekom Advances AI Workflows with 5G APIs in AutoLog Project

Deutsche Telekom is driving innovation in the port of Emden through the “AutoLog” project, aimed at automating and enhancing workflows at automotive terminals. In collaboration with Volkswagen Group Logistics, the Bremer Institut für Produktion und Logistik (BIBA), and software specialist Unikie, Deutsche Telekom is deploying its 5G network and edge data centers to develop new storage and logistics solutions with automated driving at the Volkswagen...

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Nokia’s Network as Code platform adds a partner

Bounteous x Accolite, a global digital transformation services consultancy, has announced a new agreement to utilize Nokia’s Network as Code platform, complete with a developer portal. This partnership aims to create innovative use cases in sectors such as healthcare and gaming that take full advantage of 5G network capabilities.This collaboration further enhances Nokia’s growing API ecosystem, which includes operators, systems integrators, software...

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Thailand's Advanced Info Service (AIS) Picks Oracle Alloy for Hyperscale Cloud

Advanced Info Service (AIS), one of Thailand’s largest mobile network operators, has announced its plans to deploy Oracle Alloy and launch AIS Cloud, the country’s first locally owned and operated hyperscale cloud. This strategic move will provide AIS customers, including public sector enterprises, access to over 100 Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) services, featuring advanced artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities. AIS Cloud aims to address...

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Milestone: ESnet marks 25 years of IPv6

Twenty-five years ago, on August 3, 1999, ESnet made history by receiving the first production IPv6 netblock in North America, marking a significant milestone in internet development. Assigned by the American Registry for Internet Numbers (ARIN), this allocation, known as 2001:400::/32, remains in use today and represents a foundational moment in the deployment of IPv6 technology.ESnet was issued the first production IPv6 netblock on August 3, 1999.Pioneering...

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Infinera posts Q2 revenue of $342.7 million

 On August 2nd, Infinera reported GAAP revenue of $342.7 million for the second quarter ended June 29, 2024, an increase from $306.9 million in the first quarter of 2024, but a decrease from $376.2 million in the second quarter of 2023. The GAAP gross margin improved to 39.6%, up from 36.0% in the previous quarter and 38.0% in the same period last year. The GAAP operating margin was recorded at -8.7%, a notable improvement from -14.0% in the...

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#FiberConnect24: Accelerating Fiber Installer Productivity by 50%

How is Clearfield accelerating the future of fiber?Kevin Morgan, Chief Marketing Officer from Clearfield explains:- Field engineering products with input from experienced craft workers to create user-friendly solutions- Developing a comprehensive product portfolio covering central office to outside plant and home connections- Introducing innovations like the Deploy Reel TAP box to reduce installation time by 30 minutes per home, increasing productivityhttps://youtu.be/pMumyGKgU6AWant...

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#FiberConnect24: AI-Powered Home Wi-Fi Support - RouteThis - Jason Moore

How can fiber providers leverage AI to ensure a great in-home experience?Jason Moore, Co-founder and CEO from RouteThis explains:- Extending the fiber experience to all devices inside the consumer's home- Using generative AI to enable frontline teams to support more customer needs efficiently- Automating diagnosis and understanding of home Wi-Fi environments for better network deploymenthttps://youtu.be/ifx7LbTzolkWant to be involved our video series?...

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#FiberConnect24: AI-Powered Broadband Sales - Actifai

How is AI transforming the broadband industry?Joel Silverman, Chief Customer Officer from Actifai explains:- AI helps fiber companies improve sales transactions and customer experiences- Actifai's technology compares customer information to previous buyers to recommend right-sized products and services- This approach leads to better outcomes for companies through improved ARPU and term profiles, while ensuring customers get optimal solutions for...

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