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DE-CIX Climbs Into North America’s Top 3 as AI Data Flood Reshapes the Internet

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DE-CIX Pushes Into North America’s Top Tier as AI Traffic Pounds Internet Infrastructure

Artificial intelligence traffic is hammering Internet infrastructure across the globe. DE-CIX appears ready for the storm.

The Internet Exchange operator announced that DE-CIX New York has climbed into the top three Internet Exchanges in North America, according to public PeeringDB data. At the same time, every DE-CIX exchange in the United States now ranks either first or second in its local market. [Read more…]

DE-CIX Bets Big on AI Networking as Internet Infrastructure Race Heats Up

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DE-CIX Pushes Deeper Into AI Networking With Mplify Alliance Membership

DE-CIX has made another aggressive move in the race to modernize Internet infrastructure for the AI era. The Frankfurt-based Internet Exchange (IX) operator announced that it has joined the Mplify Alliance, becoming one of the first IX operators worldwide to participate in the group. [Read more…]

VOSS Pushes AI and Security Further With Its Biggest Platform Update Yet

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VOSS has released Version 25.3, and the theme is hard to miss. Fewer tools. Fewer handoffs. More control. The update focuses on artificial intelligence, security operations, data segmentation, and digital experience monitoring across Microsoft 365 and unified communications environments.

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VOSS and Virsae Join Forces, Promising a New Wave of AI-Fueled Collaboration Tech

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VOSS and Virsae Align to Build a Stronger Foundation for AI, Telemetry, and Workplace Intelligence

VOSS and Virsae have agreed to a partnership that brings together two companies known for deep technical expertise in collaboration platforms, monitoring systems, and enterprise automation. The announcement sets the tone for a year where data quality, telemetry depth, and AI initiatives continue to shape decisions inside large organizations. This move strengthens both firms’ positions in a market that depends heavily on accurate signals, clear insights, and practical automation. [Read more…]

Libya Steps Into the Future: Comarch and Makman Lead AI-Driven Telecom Shift

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Comarch, Hatif Libya, and Makman Lead New AI-Driven Network Pilot

Comarch, in partnership with Makman Technology Consulting and Hatif Libya, has launched the pilot phase of an OSS (Operations Support System) Transformation Program that sets the stage for autonomous, AI-managed telecom operations across North Africa. The announcement follows a strategic agreement signed earlier this year during TM Forum’s DTW event in Copenhagen, marking the start of a hands-on implementation period after months of collaborative planning. [Read more…]

Cerillion Lands in Gartner’s 2025 Magic Quadrant for AI

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Cerillion Earns Spot in Gartner’s 2025 Magic Quadrant for AI in CSP Operations

A Recognition That Signals Market Momentum

Cerillion, the London-based provider of telecom software solutions, has secured recognition in Gartner’s 2025 Magic Quadrant for AI in CSP Customer and Business Operations. The firm was also included in Gartner’s related Critical Capabilities report. Both placements mark a milestone for the company, which has steadily invested in embedding artificial intelligence into its BSS/OSS platforms. [Read more…]

Google Cloud Partners with Infovista to Cut Costs and Complexity in Wireless Network Planning

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Infovista Joins Forces with Google Cloud to Change Wireless Network Planning

A Smarter Way to Build Wireless Networks

Wireless network planning is getting an upgrade, thanks to a new partnership between Infovista and Google Cloud. The two companies are integrating Google Cloud’s Propagation API with Infovista’s Planet network planning tool. This move is expected to make the process cheaper, easier, and more accessible—especially for smaller mobile operators, managed service providers, and private network builders across North America. [Read more…]

How Wi-Fi 7 and AI Are Transforming Internet Speeds and Connectivity for 2025

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WBA Industry Report 2025

As the global thirst for faster, more reliable internet continues to grow, the Wireless Broadband Alliance (WBA) has stepped up to predict the future of Wi-Fi in 2025. At the helm, Tiago Rodrigues, President and CEO of the WBA, laid out ten transformative predictions in the recently released WBA Annual Industry Report 2025. These insights offer a glimpse into the technology’s trajectory as it tackles the ever-growing demand for connectivity, speed, and security. [Read more…]

Inside the OSS/BSS Revolution: Growth, Challenges, and the Future of Telecom

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The global market for Operational Support Systems (OSS) and Business Support Systems (BSS) is set to skyrocket, with forecasts predicting its value will surge from $67.41 billion in 2023 to unprecedented levels by 2033. This remarkable growth, driven by a 9.87% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), underscores the telecommunications industry’s increasing reliance on innovative technologies to stay competitive. [Read more…]

Revolutionizing Telecom: Cerillion Unleashes Game-Changing Self Service Module in Latest BSS/OSS Suite Update

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Cerillion (AIM: CER), a frontrunner in telecom solutions, has just unveiled Cerillion 24.2, a major update to its well-regarded BSS/OSS suite. This release, featuring an innovative Self Service module, promises to shake up digital engagement for Communications Service Providers (CSPs) worldwide. Designed with user convenience and adaptability in mind, Cerillion’s new module bridges the gap between simplicity and advanced customization, providing a flexible, intuitive platform for CSPs to boost customer engagement. [Read more…]

80% of US Internet Exchanges Go Data Center Neutral: What It Means for AI, Cloud, and IoT Expansion

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The way America handles data is changing—and fast. A new independent study reveals a sweeping shift in how internet exchanges (IXs) are set up, with a staggering 80% now operating as data center and carrier neutral. This transformation, led by surging demand for AI, cloud services, and IoT applications, is reshaping the country’s digital landscape. [Read more…]

Nokia’s deployments with the world’s largest IXPs reflects push for scale, reliability and automation

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Nokia today reaffirmed its leadership and commitment to the global Internet Exchange market as it continues to work with more than 20 Internet Exchange Providers (IXPs), including six of the world’s 10 largest based on both peak traffic and number of members. As the local interconnection points for more than 5,000 member organizations, these six IXPs cumulatively transport close to 45 Tbps of traffic during peak times – a figure that’s set to grow as the Equinix Global Interconnection Index (GXI) 2024 predicts a stunning 34% five-year CAGR in interconnection bandwidth. [Read more…]

Comarch Partners with du for Cutting-Edge OSS Transformation in UAE

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Comarch, a renowned IT solutions provider, has inked a significant contract with du, a prominent player under Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), to overhaul its network inventory and topology management. This strategic partnership aims to enhance du’s operational efficiency and service excellence by implementing advanced OSS (Operations Support System) solutions. [Read more…]

Telco Titans Transformed: Subex’s Landmark Survey Reveals the Power of AI in Telecom

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On April 4, 2024, Subex, a pioneer in telecom AI technologies, launched a groundbreaking Business Assurance Global Benchmarking Survey, unveiling insights that could redefine how the telecom industry views business efficiency and technology adoption. Conducted from their headquarters in Bengaluru, India, this survey is the first of its kind to measure the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) on the telecom sector’s revenue and business assurance (RA/BA) functions. [Read more…]

Revolutionizing the Future: VIAVI Launches Pioneering 6G and AI Technologies to Reshape Wireless Communication

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In a significant stride towards next-generation wireless technologies, Viavi Solutions Inc. (VIAVI), a leader in network testing and assurance, announced breakthroughs in 6G and artificial intelligence (AI) research through its 6G Forward Program. The advancements, unveiled on April 4, 2024, in Chandler, Arizona, include the development of a city-scale digital twin and a novel AI-native air interface, setting the stage for the first AI-native generation of wireless communications. [Read more…]

Optiva and GDi Announce Strategic Partnership to Deliver Integrated BSS and OSS Solutions

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Optiva Inc. (TSX: OPT), a leader in powering the telecom industry with cloud-native billing, charging and revenue management software on private and public clouds, today announced a strategic go-to-market partnership with GDi, a digital technology company with a complete portfolio for network planning, design and rollout. The partnership will provide communication service providers (CSPs) with pre-integrated and tested BSS and OSS software. As the telecom industry embraces GenAI opportunities, unifying and integrating billing and charging customer data with network management and operations support data has never been more critical.

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Rimes Unveils Cutting-Edge AI Lab to Revolutionize Client Experience

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In a significant leap towards embracing the dynamic landscape of artificial intelligence (AI), Rimes joyfully announces the official inauguration of its AI Lab, spearheaded by Theo Bell, the newly appointed Head of AI Product. This groundbreaking initiative is poised to redefine the collaboration between the Rimes Product Engineering team and clients, offering a dedicated space to prototype novel ideas and applications utilizing proven AI technology. [Read more…]

VIAVI Unveils TM500 Cloud for O-RAN Testing at MWC Shanghai

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Viavi Solutions Inc. (VIAVI), a leading provider of network testing solutions, has unveiled the TM500 Cloud at MWC Shanghai. This innovative solution is specifically designed to test cloud-based O-RAN components, addressing the need to ensure Quality of Service (QoS) for end users as operators deploy core network services in the cloud. [Read more…]