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AI and Compute Infrastructure: Shaping ASEAN's Digital Foundation
Telcos are playing a pivotal role ... to develop AI data centres in the region, starting with Vietnam, signaling a convergence of telecommunications and compute infrastructure. The symbiotic relationship between compute infrastructure and semiconductor manufacturing is becoming a central theme in ASEAN industrial policy. Malaysia, already a global hub for semiconductor packaging and testing, has introduced a National Semiconductor Strategy to move up ...
The Quiet AI Winner That Doesn't Show Up on Any Hot Stock List
This former telecom wreck now has $13 billion in AI contracts. Here's why it's still under the radar.
Germany, Spain Push Back on Europe’s Plans to Ban Huawei Gear - Bloomberg
Germany, Spain Push Back on Europe’s Plans to Ban Huawei Gear - Bloomberg Cybersecurity A Huawei 5G network router.Photographer: Chris Ratcliffe/Bloomberg Gift this article Contact us:Provide news feedback or report an error Confidential tip?Send a tip to our reporters Site feedback:Take our Survey By Rodrigo Orihuela, Gian Volpicelli, and Paula Doenecke May 27, 2026 at 9:12 AM UTC Save Germany and Spain are leading opposition to European Commission plans to ban Chinese technology suppliers from telecom networks as part of new cybersecurity rules, according to people familiar with the negotiations. Officials from the countries want to keep state-level control, and have expressed concerns that banning products from Huawei Technologies Co. and other Chinese suppliers at the EU level risks retaliation from Beijing, the people said, asking not to be identified as the discussions a
Rising AI Infrastructure Demand Puts Indian Optical Fibre Stocks Like Sterlite Tech And HFCL In Spotlight - Best Stock Market Blogs & Investment Insights | Equentis
The growing demand for AI ... telecom infrastructure companies across the world. In India, stocks like HFCL and Sterlite Technologies have entered the spotlight as investors evaluate the long-term impact of AI, cloud computing, and digital connectivity expansion. The combination of AI-driven data growth, rising data center investments, ...
e& Cyber Security Council and Open Innovation AI Collaboration | WebWire
The UAE Cyber Security Council (CSC), e& UAE, and Open Innovation AI (OI) launched the UAE Sovereign AI Platform for national-scale infrastructure, an initiative delivering secure AI capabilities across national security, mission-critical operations, critical infrastructure, and classified ...
Ucell and ZTE complete large-scale deployment of AI‑Powered green network solution in Uzbekistan
Network-wide rollout boosts energy efficiency by 10.6%, cutting carbon emissions and operational costs without compromising user experience
Nokia’s 140% Rally Turns AI Comeback Into Valuation Puzzle
A rally in Nokia Oyj is forcing investors to reconsider the company not as an old telecom-equipment stock, but as part of the infrastructure underpinning the artificial intelligence boom.
ZTE unveils localized roadmap for Eurasia's digital future at GSMA M360 Eurasia 2026
Driving "affordable AI" through open ecosystems, anti-fragile infrastructure, and optimized TCO to empower local industries
From Automated to Autonomous: Hierarchical Agent-native Network Architecture (HANA)
arXiv:2605.20608v1 Announce Type: new Abstract: Realizing Level 4/5 Autonomous Networks (AN) demands a shift from static automation to agent-native intelligence. Current operations, reliant on rigid scripts, lack the cognitive agency to handle off-nominal conditions. To address this, this letter proposes a hierarchical multi-agent reference architecture enabling high-level autonomy. The framework features a Dual-Driven Orchestrator that coordinates specialized Executive Agents, supported by a shared Public Memory for unified domain knowledge. A key innovation is the integration of agent self-awareness, which empowers the system to harmonize deliberative strategic governance with reflexive fault recovery. We instantiate and validate this architecture within a 5G Core environment. Case studies demonstrate that the system sustains critical throughput under congestion and reduces Mean Time to Repair (MTTR) by 86%, confirming its efficacy in unifying strategic planning with operational resilience.
Artificial Intelligence: KDEM CEO Highlights Key Barriers to AI Implementation for Enterprises, ETTelecom
Artificial Intelligence: Enterprises must overcome data access, skill shortages, and knowledge gaps to successfully harness AI technology and achieve business value, according to KDEM CEO Sanjeev Kumar Gupta. Explore the insights from industry leaders on navigating the AI landscape.
The Gulf’s AI Boom Has an Undersea Cable Problem | WIRED
Hyperscalers are pushing the Gulf to rethink internet infrastructure as AI raises the stakes of cable disruptions.
The benefits of an investment bubble
UK telecoms sector shows how splurge of money can destroy shareholder value but deliver consumer gains
ZTE showcases at GSMA M360 LATAM 2026, driving future business model restructuring - AI & network two-way integration
AI-integrated networks can cut costs, boost 5G efficiency, and help regional telcos shift beyond basic connectivity
Cisco to fire 4,000 staff and generously give them free training – on Cisco
Reducing memory requirements to control costs in a new wave of kit.
Nokia stock soars with 2 major AI network breakthroughs
Nokia stock surges after launching agentic AI technology that automatically repairs internet networks and prevents outages for both home users
Mobile Carriers Join Forces to Boost Coverage in Dead Zones
AT&T Inc., T-Mobile US Inc. and Verizon Communications Inc. announced a rare joint venture Thursday that aims to make satellite capabilities more widely available to mobile phone customers.
ZTE advances intelligent network monetization strategy at AGC2026, empowering ISPs for sustainable growth
Leveraging 10G PON, light OTN, and Wi-Fi 7 to modernize infrastructure and reduce operational costs for local operators
Samanth Subramanian on the Undersea Cables That Keep the Internet Alive | Odd Lots
Underneath the world's oceans, miles and miles of fiber optic-cables send packets of information from one location to the next, serving as the backbone of the internet as we know it. This infrastructure is delicate, too: Memorably, a 2022 volcanic eruption cut off the island of Tonga from web access for an extended period of time. Samanth Subramanian is the author of The Web Beneath the Waves: The Fragile Cables that Connect Our World, a recent book that explains, in detail, that the Internet is, and has never been, truly weightless or wireless. In fact, the system in place right now is pretty old school and resembles the telegraph cable network of yore. We talk to Subramanian about the strange contradictions of the undersea cable system, how much basic marine geography — like the Strait of Hormuz or the Suez Canal — informs where cables are laid, and how hard it is protect this vulnerable and vital infrastructure. (Source: Bloomberg)
WhatsApp suspends AI chatbot fee; opens door on EU talks to resolve probe
WhatsApp is putting on hold fees demanded from the likes of OpenAI and Poke.com for distributing chatbots over the messaging platform to allow negotiations with EU officials.
Meta's fee pause for AI bots is 'good signal,' EU's Ribera says
Meta Platforms' move to suspend a fee charged to rival AI chatbots on its WhatsApp platform is a positive development, the EU's competition commissioner said.
US communications regulator targets Chinese tech for security risks
FCC chair Brendan Carr cracks down on goods from drones to routers despite trade thaw with Beijing
Nokia launches agentic AI for home and broadband networks
Nokia agentic AI boosts end-user experience, increases operational efficiency and accelerates deployment for home and broadband networks.AI you can trust, built on insights and experience from 600+ million broadband lines deployed.Open and secure AI agent approach gives telecom providers full ...
From static pipes to agentic networks: the telecom revolution - Verdict
This is underscored by network operators deploying billions of autonomous agents within the network and operations by 2030. Each agent acts independently to perceive, plan, act, and collaborate on behalf of network provider to personalise customer experience, improve network performance and accelerate autonomous and context-aware infrastructure. There are three major domains where agentic systems are helping the carriers to change their business. For the service layer, AI ...
AI in Telecommunication Research Report 2026 - Global $6.75+ Bn Market Trends, Opportunities, and Forecasts, 2021-2025 & 2025-2031
The Global AI in Telecommunication Market is expanding due to the demand for lowering operational expenses, managing 5G/IoT complexities, and enhancing network reliability. Opportunities lie in intelligent automation, operational efficiency, autonomous networks, and generative AI for innovative ...
Singapore mobilizes whole-of-country response to frontier AI cyber threats
Singapore has directed critical infrastructure and telecommunications operators to bolster cybersecurity as AI-enabled cyberattacks become more scalable and frequent.
What’s Next for Telecom and Digital Infrastructure
Grain Management CEO and founder David Grain discusses what's next for telecom and digital infrastructure. He sees real workloads absorbing infrastructure and says they're 'very' active in deploying capital. He speaks with Katie Greifeld and Romaine Bostick on "The Close." (Source: Bloomberg)
RNG Q1 Deep Dive: AI Adoption and Hybrid Model Shape RingCentral’s Outlook - StockStory
Cloud communications provider RingCentral (NYSE:RNG) met Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q1 CY2026, with sales up 5.3% year on year to $644.2 million. ...
Airtel Business Launches Secure Workforce to Combat AI-Driven Cyber Threats
Airtel Business unveiled a security platform aimed at enhancing hybrid work protection through a seamless security stack, integrating Zero Trust and AI monitoring.
Indosat CEO Vikram Sinha is building an AI for Indonesia’s local languages. Can he make a business case for sovereignty?
Vikram Sinha wants Sahabat AI to be a platform for Indonesia's startups—even if he admits his team can't quite think of a "business case" right now.
Companies must establish comprehensive, responsible AI governance frameworks – PwC’s Wilson Chow | Asian Business Review
He suggests that the deployment of the technology in the TMT sector represents both the most significant growth opportunity and the most consequential risk land
The Download: a new Christian phone network, and debugging LLMs
This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. A new US phone network for Christians aims to block porn and gender-related content A new US-wide cell phone network marketed to Christians is set to launch next week. It blocks…
A new US phone network for Christians aims to block porn and gender-related content
A new US-wide cell phone network marketed to Christians is set to launch next week. It blocks porn, which experts in network security say marks the first time a US cell plan has used network-level blocking for such content that can’t be turned off even by adult account owners. It’s also rolling out a filter…
Navigating the Connectivity Bottleneck in AI Infrastructure
Navigating the Connectivity Bottleneck in AI Infrastructure
Telecom veteran on 6G: Rethinking infrastructure for the AI era
Categories rationale: The article discusses the evolution of telecom infrastructure (Level 1: infrastructure-providers) with a strong emphasis on the integration of AI (Level 1: ai-automation). Specifically, it highlights how AI will be a core component of 6G networks, moving beyond its role as an add-on in previous generations (Level 2: ai-trading-risk-mgmt).
UK Telcos Face Scrutiny Over AI Cyber Risks
UK telecom providers have been urged by Ofcom to follow guidance from the National Cyber Security Centre and the UK AI Safety Institute on risks linked to Anthropic's Claude Mythos Preview.
UK Telecom Providers Warned of Cyber Risks
UK telecom providers have been warned by regulator Ofcom about the cyber risks posed by Anthropic's latest AI model, Claude Mythos Preview.
Nokia Reports Rising Sales From AI and Data-Center Customers
Nokia sees overall sales in the network infrastructure business growing 12%-14% this year, having previously expected 6%-8%.
Nokia Earnings Beat Estimates as AI Pivot Shows Promise
Nokia Oyj reported first-quarter adjusted profit that beat analyst forecasts, as the Finnish mobile network equipment maker’s push into artificial intelligence and cloud infrastructure begins to pay off.
Nokia Beats First Quarter Estimates
Nokia beats first-quarter estimates as AI boom lifts sales again.
France’s Univity raises €27m to allow European telecoms compete with Starlink
The Paris-based startup wants to build the space equivalent of shared mobile infrastructure, allowing operators to offer satellite connectivity without handing the keys to Starlink. Read more: France’s Univity raises €27m to allow European telecoms compete with Starlink
Powering the AI Era: Why Energy Efficiency Is Becoming a Telecom Priority in Asia - Telecom Review Asia
From hyperscale AI data centers to dense 5G radio layers and distributed edge platforms, telecom infrastructure is entering a phase where energy efficiency is no longer optional, but a foundational to growth. Across the Asia Pacific, operators are modernizing networks, adopting automation tools, and integrating renewable energy strategies to ensure that rising traffic demand does not translate directly into rising power consumption...
Vodafone offers small businesses cybersecurity, AI capability
Vodafone offers small businesses cybersecurity, AI capability with Google tie-up
Vodafone Ireland to invest €360m over the next four years
Vodafone has operated in Ireland since 2001 and employs more than 2,000 people between its corporate and retail arms. Read more: Vodafone Ireland to invest €360m over the next four years
Supply Chain Vulnerabilities in Asia-Pacific Data Centers - Telecom Review Asia
Supply chain vulnerabilities, chip dependencies, and AI-driven demand are straining Asia-Pacific data center growth, causing delays, rising costs, and operational risks across the region
ExAI5G: A Logic-Based Explainable AI Framework for Intrusion Detection in 5G Networks
Intrusion detection systems (IDSs) for 5G networks must handle complex, high-volume traffic. Although opaque "black-box" models can achieve high accuracy, their lack of transparency hinders trust and effective operational response. We propose ExAI5G, a framework that prioritizes interpretability by integrating a Transformer-based deep learning IDS with logic-based explainable AI (XAI) techniques.
IOWN Global Forum Targets AI Infrastructure
IOWN Global Forum targets datacenter interconnects to scatter AI infrastructure. Fast WAN consortium thinks neoclouds are ripe for hookups.
MWC26: Value in motion and when AI became operational | PwC
MWC26 insights on AI becoming operational—how telecom leaders are scaling AI, building connected ecosystems and unlocking value in motion.
IOWN Global Forum targets datacenter interconnects to scatter AI infrastructure
Fast WAN consortium thinks neoclouds are ripe for hookups The IOWN Global Forum will likely focus on datacenter interconnect use cases in the, to help diverse providers of AI infrastructure ply their trade.…
Spatiotemporal Analysis of VIIRS Satellite Observations and Network Traffic During the 2025 Manitoba Wildfires
arXiv:2604.14392v1 Announce Type: new Abstract: Climate change has intensified extreme weather and wildfire conditions globally. Canada experienced record-breaking wildfires in 2023 and 2025, burning millions of hectares and severely impacting the Prairie provinces, with Manitoba facing its worst season in 30 years. These events highlight the urgent need to understand and mitigate escalating fire risks. While existing research largely focuses on wildfire management approaches, few studies have explored the relationship between user network traffic and wildfire activity, despite the potential of such correlations to provide valuable spatiotemporal insights into wildfire dynamics. This paper investigates the relationship between wildfire intensity and network performance during the 2025 Manitoba wildfire season, using Visible Infrared Imaging Radiometer Suite (VIIRS) satellite-derived Fire Radiative Power data and large-scale Speedtest measurements. We found statistically significant correlations between wildfire intensity and several network performance metrics in both the province-wide and region-wide case studies, as measured by Spearman's correlation coefficients ($\rho$) and corresponding p-values. Throughput-related metrics showed inverse correlations with wildfire intensity (e.g., download speed: $\rho = -0.214$, $p\_value = 0.004$), whereas latency-related metrics showed positive correlations (e.g., round-trip time latency: $\rho = 0.162$, $p\_value = 0.0308$). The findings suggest satellite fire indicators and network performance metrics together can reveal vulnerabilities during extreme environmental events and support diaster response and recovery efforts.
Orange pairs with Nokia to push AI RAN development
Orange and Nokia have partnered to jointly develop AI-RAN use cases, supported by Nvidia’s AI infrastructure. The French telco has become the latest mobile operator to work with Nokia on AI-RAN. 16 Mar 2026 Nvidia wants to reinvent the RAN All eyes on bringing AI to the RAN for the 6G future According to Nokia, […]
Not all networks can handle AI traffic – and experts are sounding alarms
Y'all been focusing on compute and forgot about how the data moves around AI is reshaping the demands on network infrastructure, and many organizations are not prepared – including some of the so-called neocloud providers offering AI services.…
Amazon pays $11.5B to satisfy satellite-envy while cowering in Musk's shadow
Amazon's deal includes 24 operational satellites, spectrum licenses, and an Apple partnership.
Poste CEO Says Telecom Italia Is ‘Perfect Fit’ for Digital Hub
Poste Italiane SpA decided to buy full ownership of Telecom Italia SpA to capture all the potential benefits of working with the former phone monopoly, Chief Executive Officer Matteo Del Fante said.
Self-Securing AI Will Define Telecom Security in 2026
Self-Securing AI Will Define Telecom Security in 2026
Optical networks to bridge the AI compute-consumption gap | Computer Weekly
Optical networks to bridge the AI compute-consumption gap | Computer Weekly Robert Kneschke - stock.adobe.co By - Aaron Tan, Informa TechTarget Published: 08 Apr 2026 6:25 Artificial intelligence (AI) is often imagined as an ethereal network of algorithms and advanced computing chips in the cloud. But behind the scenes, the ability to generate a poem, render a video or run complex predictive models relies on pulses of light travelling through glass fibres across oceans and continents. As big tech firms and enterprises race to build multibillion-dollar datacentres to fuel the demand for AI, the telecoms infrastructure connecting them is under imme
Africa’s digital future depends on closing the infrastructure gap - Moneyweb
The choices made now will determine how much of the digital economy's value remains on the continent.
Adversarial Attacks in AI-Driven RAN Slicing: SLA Violations and Recovery
Next-generation (NextG) cellular networks are designed to support emerging applications with diverse data rate and latency requirements, such as immersive multimedia services and large-scale Internet of Things deployments. A key enabling mechanism is radio access network (RAN) slicing, which dynamically partitions radio resources into virtual resource blocks to efficiently serve heterogeneous traffic classes, including enhanced mobile broadband (eMBB), massive machine-type communications (mMTC),...