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Nearly 2,800 Odisha villages will get 4G connectivity

A total of 2,792 villages will be connected to the country’s 4G network as part of the Centre’s digital inclusion policy A total of 2,792 villages will be connected to the country’s 4G network as part of the Centre’s digital inclusion policy Nearly 2,800 villages in Odisha will soon have 4G mobile connectivity, an official […]

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Calls for faster deployment of NBP as businesses shift to cashless models

Calls are growing for faster rollout of broadband and mobile connectivity in Cork as businesses continue to move increasingly towards cashless and online models. According to the latest update from National Broadband Ireland earlier this month, construction work is underway in all 26 counties of the country to roll out the National Broadband Plan (NBP), […]

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STF Mag report: Africa’s Internet connectivity journey is on the path to global economic success

As published in the July issue of SubTel forum magazine By David EurinJuly 29, 2022 Africans are preparing to conquer the world. It may not be a sentiment the developed world tends to agree with, but it’s time to face the facts. Around 17% of the world’s population resides in Africa and according to an […]

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Romania experiences an increase in internet speed in 2021

Romanian internet users enjoyed faster fixed and mobile connections last year, according to statistics compiled by telecommunications regulator ANCOM based on tests carried out on the Netograf platform. The average download speed of fixed broadband connections increased by almost 40% in 2021 compared to 2020, up to 259.8 Mbps. Meanwhile, the average download speed was […]

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Broadband investment brings excitement and hope to Lake Providence

LAKE PROVIDENCE, La. (KNOE) — On July 25, Governor John Bel Edwards announced a $130 million investment in high-speed internet, including $4 million for services in East Carroll Parish. The prospect of high-speed connectivity is generating excitement in a place once cited as one of the poorest places in America. “It’s tough days, so broadband […]

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Federal government pledges $401 million to improve internet speed and access in rural America

The federal government pledges $401 million in grants and loans to extend the reach and improve internet speeds for rural residents, tribes and businesses in remote areas in 11 states, from Alaska to Arkansas . U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack told reporters on Wednesday, ahead of Thursday’s announcement, that farmers, shop owners, schoolchildren and people […]

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‘Hijrah’ moment: Coming out of the dark side of payday loans – Universities

Sri Rahayu Hijrah Hati (The Jakarta post) PRIME Jakarta ● Fri, July 29, 2022 Indonesia has become a promised land for the development of the mobile payday loan market (locally known as Pinjol). Based on data from the Financial Services Authority (OJK), in April, 122 companies provide legal payday loan services online. But data from […]

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NCTC uses Connectbase for its connectivity exchange platform

ORLANDO, Florida.—NCTC announced its partnership with Connectbase to provide a fully automated unified platform for its connectivity exchange. The Connectivity Exchange program allows independent NCTC member operators to compete and win projects with national brands or large-scale tenders for last-mile broadband network contracts. Sixty-five of the NCTC members have already expressed interest and are actively […]

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NEWS IN BRIEF — Saint-Vincent-de-Paul roadside stop; WD Internet Speed ​​Test; Farm Bill Survey

Roadside stop Saint-Vincent de Paul Mardi en Fête Paul Orlando Thrift Store’s St. Vincent truck will stop at Corpus Christi Catholic Church (1050 Celebration Ave.) in Celebration from 9 a.m. to noon Tuesday. Donations of clothing, furniture and furnishings are made available to people struggling with poverty through the Society’s voucher program. In addition to […]

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Dialog Secures Up to $150 Million IFC Loan to Expand Broadband Network Capacity

From left to right: Trinesh Fernando, Group General Counsel/Vice President – Group Legal and Regulatory, Dialog Axiata PLC, Wong Hong Zhou, Group Chief Financial Officer, Dialog Axiata PLC, Victor Antonypillai, Country Officer, IFC Sri Lanka and Maldives, Supun Weerasinghe, Group Director/General Manager, Dialog Axiata PLC, David Nai Pek […]

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Telkom puts “broadband victory” at the heart of its strategy

Serame Taukobong, CEO of Telkom Group. Telkom today released its 2022 Integrated Report, which shows that it has placed “Broadband Victory” at the heart of its business strategy. The report comes as Telkom is in talks with rival MTN over a takeover bid for the former. Discussions are at an early stage, with Telkom and […]

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Mobile internet speed in Pakistan is better than in India

Lahore: (WebDisc) Pakistan has overtaken India in terms of internet speed on mobile phones.Ookla, the global internet speed mapping organization, released a list of mobile and broadband internet speeds in different countries in June 2022.According to the list, Norway, the United Arab Emirates and Bulgaria have the highest mobile internet speeds in the world.Norway tops […]

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Broadband plans from unknown ISPs that offer tremendous value

While some well-known companies, like Jio and Airtel, control much of the broadband industry, there are a number of other Internet Service Providers (ISPs) that offer incredible value broadband packages. . Majority of these ISPs only offer their services in a few Indian cities, but they still offer efficient services and fast connectivity. Some of […]

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Sunil Mittal: Airtel will be at the forefront of bringing 5G connectivity to India: Sunil Mittal

Bharti Airtel will be at the forefront of bringing 5G connectivity to India with a powerful network to support the country’s digital economy and has taken the lead in testing 5G services before the competition, its chairman has said. Sunil Bharti Mittal. In a message to its shareholders in the telecom operator’s annual report, Mittal […]

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How to Use a Car Equity Loan When You Need Money

Photo: fongbeerredhot (Shutterstock) The past few years have been a wild ride for almost everyone, with just about every aspect of our lives transformed in ways big and small. This kind of chaos is hard enough when you’re low on cash, but when cash is tight, inflation is skyrocketingand an emergency suddenly presents a huge […]

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Broadband connectivity in Argentina to expand for ARSAT via SES-17 satellite – SatNews

ARSATArgentina’s telecommunications leader, will leverage SES’s recently launched high-performance geostationary (GEO) satellite, SES-17to provide high quality connectivity services. Artist’s rendering of the SES-17 in orbit. By leveraging the capacity of SES-17, ARSAT will improve access to affordable, high-quality satellite broadband services for commercial and residential applications. In addition, ARSAT will use SES-17 to accelerate Internet […]

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AI, cloud services, digital connectivity: Minister says country wants to work with SCO – Technology

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is keen to work with the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) in the areas of artificial intelligence (AI), cloud services and digital connectivity. This was stated by Federal Minister of Information Technology and Telecommunications Syed Aminul Haque during a meeting with the Secretary General of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), Ambassador Zhang Ming, who […]

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SkyPacket Networks Boosts Internet Speed ​​for Mt Savage Area

CUMBERLAND, Md., July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — SkyPacket Networks has completed system enhancements in Wild Mountain and increased the speed of Internet services fivefold, according to Jason Wigfield, the vice president of Maryland SkyPacket. The construction of a new “Patty Baker” tower in Allegany County, MD as a new wireless broadband tower helps meet ever-growing […]

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I have a lot of debt: can I still retire on time? | Smart Change: Personal Finances

(Kailey Hagen) Even for those with a regular salary and few financial obligations, saving six or seven figures for retirement is no small feat. But for those with crippling debts, retirement may seem impossible. However, this is not always the case. While everyone’s situation is different, some people with debt might still be able to […]

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ARSAT will use SES-17 to expand satellite broadband connectivity in Argentina

LUXEMBOURG–(BUSINESS WIRE)–ARSAT, Argentina’s leading telecommunications company, will leverage SES’s recently launched high-performance geostationary satellite (GEO), SES-17, to deliver high-quality connectivity services. “We want to reach all regions of the country,” SES and ARSAT announced today. The multi-year agreement will enable ARSAT to provide reliable broadband satellite services from mid-2022. By leveraging the capacity of SES-17, […]

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Why Nigeria’s Broadband Internet Penetration is Growing

During the COVID-19 pandemic and the resulting economic turmoil, mobile internet connectivity has continued to grow. For the first time, more than half of the world’s population – just over 4 billion people – are using mobile internet. In 2020, coverage continued to increase across the world, with 94% of the population now covered by […]

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India drops 3 places in mobile internet speed rankings and fares better in fixed broadband speed

According to Ookla’s Speedtest Global Index, India slipped three places in the global mobile median speed rankings as it showed improved performance on fixed broadband metrics. According to Ookla, in June 2022, India recorded median mobile download speeds of 14 Mbps, which was a little lower than the 14.28 Mbps recorded in May 2022. “This […]

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Smartphone connectivity could get a boost from space

This is the first time a network equipment vendor like Ericsson has sought to use LEO satellites to expand 5G connectivity. The goal is to enable smartphone users to wirelessly access ultra-fast speeds and low latency anywhere in the world, especially in some of the most extreme topographies and remote locations. The internet has been […]

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Faster internet speeds in Cambois after major gigabit broadband voucher program completed

Connection speeds for residents of Cambois are now 20 times faster after signing up for the government’s Gigabit Broadband Voucher Scheme. The £210million scheme aims to support rural communities such as Cambois with the cost of installing new gigabit-enabled connections and is part of a wider £5billion investment in The Gigabit Project, the largest largest […]

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FCC chairman proposes to upgrade broadband standard to 100 Mbps down, 20 Mbps up

In context: Currently, the minimum connection speeds required to be classified as broadband in the United States are 25 Mbps downstream and 3 Mbps upstream. The FCC Chairman recently proposed to increase this standard to 100/20 Mbps, while also mentioning plans to upgrade it to a whopping 1 Gbps/500 Mbps in the future. Unfortunately, it’s […]

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Bizav aircraft cabins enter a new era of connectivity

With Generations Y and Z now representing the majority of business aviation passengers, providers of air-to-ground (ATG) and satcom connectivity to business jet cabins estimate that most passengers will use broadband in flight as they would Wi-Fi in their homes – for streaming, video games and even interaction in virtual reality. New 5G ATG and […]

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FCC Passes Spectrum Sharing Incentives and Call Traffic Arbitration Proposal: Broadband Breakfast

PARK CITY, Utah, June 30, 2022 – Federal Communications Commissioner Geoffrey Stark acknowledged the agency’s goal of securing secure broadband networks at a Rural Wireless Association event on Wednesday. “We need to make sure our broadband networks are secure,” Starks said in his keynote address at the Rural Wireless Infrastructure Summit here, delivered via Zoom. […]

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Over $83 million in grants for broadband connectivity for homes and businesses

Governor Kelly announced Thursday that more than 21,000 Kansas homes and businesses are set to receive high-speed internet access for the first time thanks to an $83.5 million grant program through the Office of Higher Development Kansas Department of Commerce debit. The new grant program results from the US Treasury Department’s approval of the Kansas […]

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Find Your Frugal: Five Ways to Save on Banking and Avoid Fees | Company

As interest rates begin to rise, consumers will begin to see the pros and cons of changing the terms of their account. “Financial institutions such as banks and credit unions provide safekeeping for our money and easy bill paying, but we need to be smart consumers when choosing the best for our financial needs,” said […]

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How CBRS is bringing connectivity to school districts across states (Reader Forum)

For students, a reliable internet connection is essential to ensure they can access educational content online, both at school and at home. However, the pandemic has highlighted the extent of the digital divide and the fact that many school districts across states were suffering from a severe lack of internet access. Students without internet were […]

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Retelit owner takes 80% stake in Irish broadband company

Asterion, a Madrid-based infrastructure investor, has bought an 80% stake in National Broadband Ireland (NBI) from Oak Hill Advisors, Twin Point Capital and some minority shareholders. Winnie Wutte (pictured), founding partner of Asterion Industrial Partners, said NBI is “one of the world’s most ambitious fiber deployments, providing access to rural, long-term and future-proof connectivity in […]

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More mobile broadband sites added in Crawford County

(WJET/WFXP/YourErie.com) — AT&T customers and PremierNet Crawford County subscribers just got a boost in wireless connectivity. AT&T announced Monday that new mobile broadband sites have been added in and around the Atlantic, along SR-3006 between SR-18 and Lake Road, in Guys Mills and Blooming Valley along SR-77 and SR-198. These sites will improve the county’s […]

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Online Payday Loans – Cover Emergency Expenses Online – CryptoMode

Where can you get money for emergency expenses? How can you do it? These are the questions most frequently asked by Americans in financial difficulty. Many of them have found the answers with online payday loans. These are loans issued by direct lenders. Borrowers usually take this type of loan for a short period of […]

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Broadband Connectivity Reaches 93.21% Villages of India

The Indian telecommunications sector has been rapidly investing in rural India with the help of the USOF (Universal Service Obligation Fund) to ensure that the government’s vision on digital India remains intact. According to data recently shared by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), the National Broadband Mission has helped broadband connectivity reach more than 93.21% […]

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Figures confirm Powys has the worst broadband connectivity in the UK

Powys tops the list for the most homes below the minimum broadband standard. New figures have confirmed what the Powys public has long known with thousands of homes having internet below the minimum standard for broadband speeds. Since March 2020, broadband providers have been bound by a “universal service obligation”, which means that everyone has […]

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Internet Speed ​​Boost Welcomes PBBM – Manila Bulletin

Increased internet speed welcomes PBBM The Marcos administration was greeted with increases in internet download speeds in both fixed and mobile broadband for the Philippines by Ookla Speedtest Global Index’s June 2022 report. Ok so The country’s median fixed broadband speed rose to 68.94 Mbps from 60.09 Mbps recorded the previous month. Average download speed […]

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Steady rise in broadband penetration excites Danbatta, Ndukwe – TechEconomy.ng

Broadband penetration in Nigeria registered a quantum lip in the past seven months from November 2021 with a record seven million new subscriptions, indicating a steady increase in the country’s quest to reach 70% national coverage. by 2025. Source: NCC.gov.ng Teacher. Umar Danbatta, Executive Vice President of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), which presented the […]

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Loans for low-income people Personal loans for a tight budget

When life arrives, taking out a personal loan may be necessary to stay afloat financially. If your credit score is in good shape and you’re earning enough income to pay the loan repayments, you could be back on track sooner rather than later. But if money is tight, managing a personal loan can be difficult […]

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PH Internet Speed ​​Boost Welcomes PBBM Admin

The Marcos administration was greeted with increases in internet download speeds in both fixed and mobile broadband for the Philippines by Ookla Speedtest Global Index’s June 2022 report. The country’s median fixed broadband speed rose to 68.94 Mbps from 60.09 Mbps recorded the previous month. Average download speed for fixed broadband clocked at 94.66 Mbps. […]

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Broadband connectivity is coming to Noble County

PLEASANT CITY, Ohio — Miranda Miser, head of food and supply operations at M&M, has been waiting for this moment for a long time. What do you want to know Residents and business owners eagerly await the installation of high-speed internet in Noble County Miranda Miser said broadband affects many aspects of doing business Rep. […]

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GOP lawmakers appeal court order ending Michigan abortion ban

A “judicial opinion that goes too far to settle this issue usurps the power of the Legislative Assembly, exacerbates polarization and stifles the potential for a democratic solution and public buy-in,” argued the lawmakers’ legal brief. . Related: The U.S. Supreme Court’s June decision overturning Roe v. Wade left the question of the right to […]

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Bell gets $939,000 from the federal government to improve mobile connectivity in rural Quebec

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada announced Thursday that it will improve “mobile connectivity” in rural Quebec, thanks to an investment of nearly $1 million. Up to $939,035 in federal funding will be awarded to Bell to improve mobile connectivity in the Atikamekw First Nations community of Manawan, says ISED. The federal government says it […]

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SEMER deploys RADWIN’s FiberinMotion® to provide on-the-go connectivity

RADWIN Connectivity in Motion Real-time broadband connection support for cable car project in Toulouse, France TEL AVIV, ISRAEL, July 6, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ — RADWIN (www.radwin.com), a leading global provider of wireless broadband solutions, today announced that SEMER, an automation expert in safety and electrical engineering, as well as a subsidiary of the multinational group POMA, […]

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Virginia gets $219.8 million for broadband expansion

WASHINGTON—The US Department of the Treasury recently announced that Virginia is one of four states set to expand access to rural high-speed Internet service. Under the American Rescue Plan’s Coronavirus Capital Projects Fund, Virginia has received $219.8 million, representing 100% of the state’s available CPF funding. The money will be used to expand broadband access […]

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Internet Speed ​​Testing Market 2022-2028 Detailed Analysis and Growth Strategies, Regional and Recent Scenario Analysis

The latest research report on Internet Speed Test market presents a systematic analysis of the previous and current to predict the industry behavior over 2022-2028, so as to help stakeholders chalk out effective action plans and boost their profit margins. Besides, it segments the vertical into sub-markets and predicts their respective growth […]

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1,077 GPs in Prayagraj and Kaushambi get FTTH connectivity

As many as 1,077 grams of panchayats from 18 development blocks in Prayagraj and Kaushambi districts have been connected to Fiber to the Home (FTTH) cable to provide high-speed internet connectivity, informed development officials have informed. The Corona outbreak has come to reiterate the importance of internet connectivity and online study and in this context […]

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Help map state broadband availability

ADOBE-PICTURE The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) encourages all Floridians to review the Florida Broadband Availability Map and Internet Speed ​​Test. The one-minute anonymous speed test and survey can be taken on any device, from any location, to help identify opportunities for expanding Florida broadband services. WD partners with local technology planning teams, local […]

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Virginia awarded more than $200 million to expand high-speed internet access in rural areas

WASHINGTON, DC (WRIC) – Rural Virginians will soon have increased access to a vital public service. The United States Department of the Treasury announced that Virginia is one of four states that will receive funding to expand access to high-speed Internet service in rural areas as part of the Coronavirus Capital Projects Fund from the […]