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Agentic collaboration enables smarter telecoms operations

Agentic AI is starting to enable comprehensive, real-time, and auditable network automation via collaboration with multiple agents.

Cybersecurity challenges could pave the way to a unified approach

Recent cybersecurity research from Cisco and Verizon paints a picture of risk and frustration as organisations contend with managing tools that don’t work together. The need for more effective security could drive a more unified approach in the future

Level 4 automation will dramatically improve telco networks

Level 4 autonomous networks will simplify processes, reduce costs, and increase service reliability. However most telcos haven’t even reached Level 3. Telcos should implement their Level 3 networks with an eye toward the greater benefits of Level 4.

Charter and Cox proposed merger a potential MSO Behemoth

The US broadband market is moving toward consolidation with the announcement that Charter and Cox are set to merge their operations. This strategic move positions Charter as the largest cable operator in the US. The timing of this mega-merger coincides with a tumultuous period for the US consumer services sector and specifically for Charter.

8×8 risks confusing the market

8×8 has recently repositioned itself as a customer experience company. However, its true range of capabilities is broader, a fact that is at risk of getting lost on the market.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge: A slim new contender in the smartphone market

Samsung has launched the Galaxy S25 Edge, a sleek smartphone priced at $1,099. With impressive specs and design, its success will hinge on meeting consumer expectations in a competitive market for slimmer devices.

Technology and the tariff two-step

The uncertainty regarding tariffs is set to continue.

Virgin Media O2 and Daisy Group to form UK B2B joint venture

The new entity will have £1.4bn ($1.9bn) in pro forma revenues and the deal is expected to close in early H2 2025.

African and Indian SMEs to benefit from Starlink’s deals with Airtel

For Starlink, its strategy is to embed itself as much as possible in the Indian and African telco ecosystem before its other competitors arrive on the scene.

Aussie broadband eyes growth with ‘Look to 28’

A key aspect of Aussie Broadband’s strategic ambition is to change its revenue mix, reducing its reliance on the residential segment and to grow other areas of the business.