DGAP-News: Comcast California15.03.2022 / 23:30 The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. Comcast today announced that it has invested $1 million to bring broadband to Biola, California, a rural community in Fresno County. As part of its largest digital equity initiative in California, Comcast will also open three new Lifting areas […]
By MICHAEL HILL, Associated Press ALBANY, NY (AP) – Frank Paxhia’s rural home in western New York is close to the high-speed Information Highway. But it has no access ramp. The retiree, who lives in the town of Friendship, is one of hundreds of thousands of New Yorkers who remain on the wrong side of […]
The coronavirus pandemic has highlighted the need for federal assistance to expand high-speed internet connectivity to all parts of the country, members of a U.S. House subcommittee agreed this week while that they were looking at what provisions might be included in the next farm bill. “I represent a mostly rural district in North Central […]
State of Texas Selects AT&T as Texas Department of Information Resources Connectivity Solutions Provider Provide national, local and educational customers with advanced solutions including FirstNet, high-speed broadband and SD-WAN What are the news? Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR), which provides technology solutions to state and local government entities in Texas, has selected AT&T* as […]
STOCKHOLM, March 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Facilitating connected homes quickly and without unnecessary expense is at the heart of InCoax’s market offering. This approach fits very well with HACT’s mission to bring innovative housing ideas to the Social Housing sector. InCoax endorses HACT’s social value approach to connectivity and offers cost-effective broadband solutions for social […]
Calling on all Utahns to participate in a one-minute speed test to identify areas with low or no high-speed internet accessThe Utah Broadband Center, powered by the Governor’s Office of Economic Opportunity, has launched a statewide internet speed test campaign for Utahans to report their internet speeds at home, at work or wherever they connect.In […]
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) – ConnectLA is working to put broadband first with its new Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP). According to the FCC, approximately 44% of Louisianans do not have high-speed Internet access. About 200,000 students in Louisiana did not have access to high-speed internet during the pandemic. The effect of COVID on Baton Rouge’s […]
FILE PHOTO – Laptop. Photo by Glenn Carstens-Peters on Unsplash SALT LAKE CITY — Residents across the state, including northern Utah, are encouraged to test the speed of their Internet connections at home, work, or wherever they connect. The Utah Broadband Center, powered by the Governor’s Office of Economic Opportunity, has launched a statewide internet […]
Despite how crucial the internet has become to modern life, there are still many people who either don’t have access to it or experience glacial speeds. We’ve rounded up 14 of the most interesting internet speed stats, along with trends in technology availability and types, to give you the best picture of the state of […]
ATLANTA, Ga. (41NBC/WMGT) — On Tuesday morning, Governor Kemp announced a new partnership to bring fiber broadband to 31,000 underserved businesses and homes in many central Georgia counties. The partnership will affect a total of 9 central Georgia counties, including Crawford, South Houston, Macon, Peach and Taylor counties. Flint Energies and Conexon Connect will join […]
HUDSON – Columbia Economic Development Corporation officials are encouraging residents to participate in the state’s broadband assessment survey to help produce the most accurate maps possible to highlight gaps in broadband internet service throughput for rural and low-income communities. The New York State Public Service Commission is expected to release a Broadband Assessment Program survey […]
TALAHASSEE — Reliable access to Internet service has become essential for rural households that receive health care or education services online. Today, the Public Service Commission (PSC) explained how Florida’s broadband providers are rapidly scaling up to connect households that need internet access for school, business and other pursuits. . “Expanding high-speed Internet […]
Sparkle, one of the world’s top five carriers, has been selected by Ciudad, one of Africa’s fastest growing telecommunications companies, to boost internet speeds and set the super experience record. blazing highest in Nigeria with 10 Gbps port connection. Operating as OneData Nigeria, Ciudad is a fast-growing alternative Internet Service Provider (ISP) with approximately 300 […]
HARRISBURG — Wyalusing Superintendent Dr. Jason Bottiglieri was one of many officials who helped Gov. Tom Wolf celebrate the state’s new rural broadband authority on Wednesday and outline steps being taken at the federal level to bring internet connectivity to the north level. Bottiglieri participated in Wednesday’s press conference as a representative of the Pennsylvania […]
Mumbai: The nation’s $227 billion IT industry on Tuesday appealed to the government for uninterrupted power supply and high-speed connectivity to expand in small towns across the country. Apart from infrastructure support, the presence of people with sufficient skills, a world-class workplace for children and enough job opportunities are also necessary for small towns so […]
Clay County residents are invited to participate in an internet speed test to help shape the future of broadband in their communities. The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity is looking for people to track internet speeds, which will help the state identify gaps in high-speed internet service. “Using your internet connection, the speed test will […]
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CANCÚN, Mexico–(BUSINESS WIRE)–GigNet, a digital infrastructure company with an extensive regional fiber optic broadband network from Costa Mujeres, north of Cancún, via the Tulum Hotel Zone, announced today that it provides services broadband and managed for fast and efficient internet in the six branches of the iconic Café Nader in Cancún, Quintana Roo. “My family […]
Sparkle, one of the world’s top five carriers, has been selected by Ciudad, one of Africa’s fastest growing telecommunications companies, to boost internet speeds and set the super experience record. blazing highest in Nigeria with 10 Gbps port connection. Operating as OneData Nigeria, Ciudad is a fast-growing alternative internet service provider with around 300 subscribers […]
You can increase mobile internet speed by resetting the network settings on your phone. Do this and you won’t have to worry about slow and spotty internet Dealing with slow internet speed is a big problem. Whether it’s ruining your social media viewing experience or causing constant buffering when watching a video on YouTube, Netflix […]
OneWeb satellite. Photo: One Web Satellite service provider marlink joined OneWeband will offer OneWeb connectivity to the maritime, energy, business and humanitarian sectors. The companies said on Monday they initially plan to focus on the energy sector in northern latitudes and expand into other sectors globally next year. OneWeb and Marlink have agreed to deploy, […]
Tara Murray Phone and internet connectivity has become even more important than ever as people shift to working and learning from home, according to a new report. The Connecting Victoria Engagement Report brings together lived experiences on mobile and broadband connectivity collected by the Department of Jobs, Constituencies and Regions between July and September. The […]
The Internet, none of us can envision a world. Almost everything we do these days relies on the internet, whether it’s chatting with a friend or doing research, paying bills or working from home. The Net has become a fundamental part of our daily life. Plus, no one wants to deal with an internet connection […]
Turkey’s internet speed increased by 65% in 1 year. The statement came from Transport and Infrastructure Minister Adil Karaismailoğlu. Minister Karaismailoğlu said that over the past year fixed broadband speed in Turkey has increased by 65% to 44.77 Mbps. TURKEY IS ABOVE THE WORLD AVERAGE IN MOBILE In his written statement, Minister Karaismailoğlu assessed the […]
By Mohamed Al-Ghazali, Director of Wireline Sales, MEA, CommScope. The most important trends driving broadband networks over the coming year are a natural extension of the progress and challenges we saw in 2021. In particular, the global response to COVID-19, the dynamic investments in networks and continued innovation in broadband technology are all contributing to […]
Turkey’s internet speed not enough for households As the pandemic increased internet traffic at home, Turkey failed with an internet speed of 30.51 Mbps. It ranked 2021st among 175 out of 103 countries with its internet speed far behind the world average. Internet service providers have focused on maximizing Turkey’s Internet speed with the joint […]
BUFFALO, NY (WIVB) — A new federal program included in the Infrastructure and Investment Act is saving people money on their internet bills. The Affordable Connectivity Program allows people who meet certain criteria to save up to $30 per month on their Internet bill. People who live on tribal land could save up to $75 […]
Eir is to accelerate the rollout of high-speed internet statewide by an estimated 50,000 additional families and businesses per year after establishing a joint venture partnership for its wholesale fiber broadband network with InfraVia. The investment provided by this joint venture will allow Eir to accelerate the pace of expansion of its fiber optic broadband […]
Baltimore-based broadband infrastructure company port link is building a 60-mile diverse conduit route between Baltimore, DC and Northern Virginia in the I-95 corridor. The project will provide increased access to high-speed wired Internet in communities and businesses along this route. The infrastructure company is rolling out dark fiber, an industry term for fiber optic cable […]
PEORIA — State Sen. Dave Koehler (D-Peoria) wants all Illinoisans to have access to reliable high-speed internet. He therefore leads the charge of bringing services to the rural areas of the state. “When it comes to internet access and connectivity, rural communities have been left behind,” Koehler said. “This has created an opportunity gap that […]
Here to serve you – the people of Carver County. I think the best part of Carver County is the people – the 108,000 residents, the county’s 750 employees, business owners, civic leaders, taxpayers, visitors and more. You make it the county it is. I will use this space to talk about the people who […]
A local MP has blasted the lackluster rollout of superfast broadband in Somerset, saying the problem is driving young people and businesses out of the county. David Warburton, MP for Somerton and Frome, is campaigning for better digital connectivity for Somerset, with the county lagging behind many other parts of the UK. Currently, parts of […]
Italian telecom players have all refused to participate in a project to roll out very high speed broadband in its islands, an outcome that could have a ripple effect. The first ultra-broadband tender under Italy’s National Recovery and Resilience Plan, known locally as PNRR, has been designed to allocate €60.5 million in funding to builders […]
(COLUMBUS, Ohio) – Ohio Lt. Gov. Jon Husted, who serves as director of the Governor’s Office of Workforce Transformation (OWT), announced Tuesday that the State University of Ohio (OSU) would receive $3 million to design a program for Ohio broadband and 5G. Sector partnership with the aim of developing a skilled workforce in the field […]
Group Strategy Director of edotco Group Sdn. Bhd. and Interim Managing Director of edotco Sri Lanka, Gayan Koralage, shares his take on what’s on the horizon for the telecommunications industry. Can you tell us a bit about yourself and your journey to becoming a top strategist in an award-winning Tower-Co multinational? The highlight of my […]
Whether you’re planning to take an internet connection to your home or move to a new location, choosing the right internet plan can be difficult. Service providers offer several guides on their blogs, but most of them sell the benefits of having faster internet at home, which in reality may not be. The ultimate goal […]
QUINCY, Mass.—Following Atlantic Broadband’s acquisition of two cable systems in Cleveland and Columbus, Ohio, the cable operator decided to rebrand itself as “Breezeline”. The new name will more accurately reflect its expanded geographic reach, which now covers 1.6 million homes and businesses, as well as its new service offerings and commitment to customer service, the […]
Jazz is working with the Universal Service Fund (USF) to provide 4G services in Kambar Shahdadkot, Larkana, Naushahro Feroze and Shaheed Benazirabad districts of Sindh. Jazz will install a total of 90 cell sites, including technology upgrades, adding sectors and power upgrades to provide data and voice services to 719 mauzas that fall under the […]
To increase broadband capacity in rural, remote and Indigenous communities, the federal government has announced that it will match Alberta’s $ 150 million investment. The Canada-Alberta Broadband Partnership Agreement establishes the framework for the two governments to work together to select and advance projects for the Universal Broadband Fund (UBF), a federal program that supports […]
Article summary According to Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED), “Good Internet speed” means any broadband connection that can download at least 50 megabits per second (Mbps) and download at 10 Mbps. With millions of Canadians now working from home during the day and streaming TV every night, even that might not be enough. […]
The growing broadband market in the country has become an undeniable need of the hour since the arrival of the pandemic. Whether users use it for streaming, work from home, or even small businesses, the reliability of seamless Wi-Fi connectivity across multiple devices has increased dramatically. Broadband connections are also very important for offices that […]
“Albertans living outside major urban centers have been digitally disadvantaged due to unreliable broadband. “ LAKE – Addressing “digital disadvantages” in rural Alberta communities – including the Lakeland region – where reliable broadband service is a concern, is at the center of a new $ 300 million project. The plan will combine a contribution of […]
Ozark County commissioners still plan to partner with four other counties and the White River Valley Electric Cooperative to bring high-speed fiber-optic internet to the area. Last week, Ozark County Commissioners John Turner, Gary Collins and Layne Nance heard from WRVEC Director of Communications and Member Services Cassie Cunningham on the co-op’s proposal to bring […]
Spacelink Installs now offers Starlink satellite internet facilities to a newly expanded service area, which includes South Georgia and North Florida. Valdosta, United States – December 29, 2021 – The updated service can provide fast internet connectivity through SpaceX’s Starlink network to places that have been left out of reach of satellites in the past. […]
Limited company of the Vodafone group VOD recently announced the launch of its very first 5G broadband mobile device, the 5G MiFi. This innovative offer has been specially designed to meet the connectivity needs of customers “on the go”. The touchscreen device is ideal for supporting small business connectivity and it can also be used […]
Beacon Broadband, Inc., powered by Coos-Curry Electric Cooperative, has officially connected its first high-speed fiber optic customers to its network. On Thursday, December 9, this festive event marks the first 25 customers of the Beacon Broadband pilot test area who now receive quality high-speed internet service. “Just over a year ago, Coos-Curry Electric Cooperative created […]
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A journalist takes photos from a projection screen before the start of the Germany auction for the … [+] construction of an ultra-fast 5G mobile network on March 19, 2019 at the German Federal Network Agency (BNA, Bundesnetzagentur) in Mainz, western Germany. – Germany has launched action as a transatlantic dispute rages on over security […]
“This investment in Las Vegas will bring improved broadband services to thousands of homes and businesses, expanding access to education and stimulating economic development opportunities within the community. Working with industry leaders like Comcast, New Mexico will continue to bridge the digital divide and meet the needs of New Mexicans in communities large and small […]
Honeywell, SES and Hughes have successfully demonstrated high-speed multi-network, multi-orbit airborne connectivity for military customers, a technological breakthrough that will allow government and military personnel to communicate between the ground and the air more efficiently and safely than ever. Honeywell’s JetWave MCX broadband satellite communications (SATCOM) solution, using an HM series modem from Hughes Network […]
Projects will be announced in 2022, but due to global supply chain issues and the industry’s ability to support projects, communities may not go online until 2023 or 2024. Rural municipalities say they are pleased with the announcement of federal funds dedicated to improving Internet access in communities across the province. Internet Connectivity in Rural […]
The Nepalese Telecommunications Authority has expressed deep concern over Internet service providers who themselves charge service charges or tariff rates without the authority’s approval. The fierce competition to provide high internet speed and competitive rates among Internet Service Providers (ISPs) recently started after CG Net rocked the market in June this year when they launched […]
Telecom operators like Bharti Airtel, Reliance Jio and Vodafone Idea are looking for auctions while tech players like Google, Microsoft, Apple, Facebook, etc. are opposed to them. In an effort to usher in larger reforms, the telecommunications department will soon finalize the methodology for allocating a band of spectrum that has the potential to provide […]
Breadcrumb Links Edmonton Author of the article: Lisa johnson Randy Boissonnault, Federal Minister of Tourism and Associate Minister of Finance, Announces Plan to Improve Internet Access Across Alberta, As Both Orders of Government Committed $ 150 Million to Improve the Internet in rural, remote and Indigenous communities across the province on Thursday, December 16. 2021 […]
After a conference call between Mitsotakis and Tim Hetges, CEO of Deutsche Telekom, which controls OTE, it was announced that the organization will double the speed of broadband connections to landline at no additional cost, where this is of course possible. Two years after the pressure of Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis which has led to […]
(WETM) – As internet connectivity has become the essential medium of communication for much of the world, especially during the pandemic, many rural areas in Pennsylvania have been left behind. Lack of internet access is one of the most critical issues in the state. Many areas of the state have a landscape that makes connectivity […]
Fiber-like O3b satellite connectivity to help accelerate the digital transformation in Colombia with affordable, high-speed and reliable connectivity services LUXEMBOURG, December 15, 2021– (BUSINESS WIRE) – SES ‘satellite link services will enable Colombia’s leading fiber optic network service provider Integra Multisolutions (IMS) to extend and improve fiber-type connectivity for Colombian municipalities in less than 100,000 […]
Reader’s Question: Is there a way to check the potential internet speed at home in France? We live in a village just outside Carcassonne. The Communications Regulatory Authority, Arcep, has launched an online tool that will allow you to obtain a complete diagnosis of the Internet connection for every household and business in the country. […]
To close the year that Governor Tony Evers predicted would be the “Year of broadband access“, the State Civil Service Commission has opened requests for grants of up to $ 100 million that it wishes to grant in the summer of 2022. Evers started 2021 with her statement during the State of State address, and […]
The demand for the internet at home has increased dramatically in recent times, whether for streaming and gaming, working from home, online learning, or small businesses. ISPs (Internet Service Providers) offer a wide variety of broadband packages designed to meet the needs of the targeted user base. Since the start of the pandemic, students across […]
Home ” FCC Precision Ag Task Force Recommendations Would Expand Broadband Development Requirements At the same time as the government is making unprecedented broadband funding available, it is also considering setting more ambitious broadband targets. An ambitious new set of goals came this week from the FCC’s Precision Agriculture Task Force which, among other things, […]
Experts say it helps, but local effort and new ideas are needed A utility worker installs a fiber optic cable on a utility pole near Belfair, Washington. (Ted S. Warren / Associated press kit) Broadband access is lagging behind in several communities in southwest Colorado, but increased federal funding could help fill the gaps. Promulgated […]
The free broadband upgrade is valid from December 1, 2021 to March 1, 2022 Photo: File By Web Desk Posted: Wed Dec 1 2021, 15:39 Last update: Wed Dec 1 2021, 15:47 On the occasion of the 50th National Day of the United Arab Emirates, the telecommunications company of the announced an increase in the […]
Damon thayer | Opinion contributor Recently, I participated in a virtual forum with business and technology leaders from Kentucky to discuss the importance of digital connectivity for small businesses and communities amid COVID-19 and beyond. The online event – “How Technology is Fueling Kentucky’s Recovery & Growing the Economy” – was hosted by Jake Ward, […]
Funding of $ 7.6 million has been secured to expand Columbia Basin Trust’s regional fiber optic network between Fruitvale and Nelson and between Kimberley and Wasa. Permits and other pre-construction work on the projects will begin soon, with the support of federal, provincial and regional partners. “Our goal is to help the people of the […]
The devastating wave of the Covid-19 pandemic that rocked the world last year has forced the majority of industries and sectors to force their employees to work from the comfort of their homes. People have shifted to the culture of working from home and the demand for unlimited plans has increased dramatically. Various Internet Service […]
Cambium Networks Company (Quick quote CMBMCMBM – Free Report) recently announced that it will offer enhanced internet connectivity services in Libya in collaboration with the Libyan International Company for Technology and Information Technology. By leveraging ePMP fixed wireless broadband technology, the company will provide high quality Internet to more than 60,000 residential, commercial and corporate […]
Starlink is Elon Musk’s satellite internet project powered by his hugely successful SpaceX company. It is a series of satellites, or “satellite constellation” in SpaceX’s terms, that will provide global Internet coverage when completed. Which raises questions. Will Starlink replace fixed broadband for businesses? What is Starlink? Starlink has one laudable goal: to provide Internet […]
A new survey aims to explore the current state of digital connectivity in Wales following concerns that farmers and rural businesses are being left behind. The new survey was jointly launched by the National Federation of Women’s Institutes of Wales, the CLA, the Farmers Union of Wales, the NFU Cymru and the Wales YFC. They […]
Presented by Beltone – A leader in audience health care. Governor Ducey announced a $ 100 million commitment to expand broadband to unserved or underserved areas of the state, making it one of the largest broadband investments in the history of the ‘State. The program, known as the Arizona Broadband Development Grant Program, will enable […]
Telus Communications Inc.’s 5G network is now available in Drumheller, Alberta, the carrier said in a recent press release. The advancement was facilitated by the company’s planned investment of $ 14.5 billion in infrastructure and operations in Alberta through 2024. Drumheller is a town northeast of Calgary, in the province of Alberta, known for its […]
Characteristics oi-Abhinaya Prabhu | Posted: Thursday November 18th, 2021 02:29 PM [IST] Since working from home is the new normal in many parts of the world, there is a huge demand for reliable high-speed Wi-Fi connections. Broadband internet service providers including Reliance Jio, Excitel, BSNL Bharat Fiber, Spectra and Airtel Broadband have come up with […]
The US Senate is expected to quickly approve President Joe Biden’s appointments to the Federal Communications Commission. This includes new person named Gigi Sohn, a longtime advocate for an open Internet and the First Amendment that wants to restore “net neutrality” regulations. As Biden’s appointment indicates, Sohn has worked for more than 30 years “to […]
Engineers in Japan established a new world record for the fastest internet speed – and it’s so fast you could almost download 80,000 films just a second. Need of speed: the Internet Speed is typically measured by the amount of data that can be transmitted between two devices in one second. The new record is […]
https://hoosieragtoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/broadband-sustainability-wrap.mp3 A new study from the United Soybean Board shows that broadband Internet access in rural America can improve the sustainability of agriculture. Farmers use the data to inform their operating decisions, including how to make their operation more sustainable, but without a reliable and fast broadband connection, this data is not easily accessible. USB […]
As the demand for broadband plans increases, carriers continue to introduce a new line of plans with high-speed data and unlimited calling. Government-owned telecommunications companies such as Reliance, Airtel and BSNL offer their broadband services in several price ranges. Here are some of the best broadband plans to consider when working from home. Airtel broadband […]
If there was a time when we liked our Internet service providers, it has been fine for about 18 months. The advent of the Covid-19 pandemic has made many of us home workers, home students and everything in between. Broadband has become the facilitator of our social lives and our family catch-ups, with virtual cocktails […]
David Burns (Telstra) Credit: Telstra Telstra is working alongside the Victorian government to increase the internet speeds of more than 1,600 public schools in the state with a combined investment of $ 100 million. The deal will see Victorian public schools’ bandwidth speeds increase to a minimum of 1 Mbps per student, with bandwidth ranging […]
Telecoms.com periodically invites third party experts to share their views on the industry’s most pressing issues. In this article, Wim van Thillo, CEO and co-founder of Pharrowtech, talks about the merits of fixed wireless access to connect the unconnected. To be part of the world’s increasingly digital economy, individuals and businesses need reliable high-speed Internet […]
ROSWELL, New Mexico – (COMMERCIAL THREAD) – Sceye, a materials science company and manufacturer of High Altitude Platform Stations (HAPS), today announced that it has successfully connected a 4G antenna with 3D beamforming from the stratosphere . Sceye’s unmanned stratospheric platform was launched at 8:55 a.m. MTD from its facility in New Mexico and landed […]
FRANKFURT – State efforts to improve broadband internet service appear to have paid off, as Kentucky is one of the top states for an increase in internet speed since the start of the COVID pandemic- 19, according to a website that monitors the telecommunications landscape. WhistleOut reported that Internet download speeds in Kentucky increased 71%, […]
FRANKFORT, Ky. (KT) – The state of Kentucky’s efforts to improve broadband internet service appear to have paid off, as Kentucky has been one of the top states for an increase in internet speed since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a website monitoring the telecommunications landscape. WhistleOut reported Wednesday that Internet download […]
In partnership with the Township of Ramara, Rogers will connect more than 800 homes and businesses, including the township fire station Once completed, residents and business owners will have access to a full range of services, including Rogers Ignite Internet™ with speeds of up to 1.5 gigabit per second and Rogers Ignite TV™ To ensure […]
A project to provide gigabit compatible broadband for businesses and communities in Hampshire and Surrey is taking an important step forward as private sector companies are invited to express their interest in bidding for the work. Access to gigabit-compatible broadband would transform current digital services by making it possible, for example, to download a high-definition […]
A strong internet connection is essential, a point proven last year when most of the schoolwork and socializing was happening behind a screen. But rural areas like Gallup don’t always measure up when it comes to Internet connectivity. “Previously, Gallup customers had access to up to 50 megabits per second. But as more people go […]
OTTAWA, ON, 28 October 2021 / CNW / – Many people in rural and remote areas Canada are still unable to access essential services online and are struggling to thrive in an increasingly connected economy, according to a new report from an expert panel of the Council of Canadian Academies (CCA). Progressive policy approaches have […]
By Tom LatekKentucky today The state of Kentucky’s efforts to improve broadband internet service appear to have paid off, as Kentucky is one of the top states for an increase in internet speed since the start of the COVID pandemic. 19, according to a website that monitors the telecommunications landscape. WhistleOut reported Wednesday that Internet […]
Tata Sky Broadband is one of the fast growing Internet Service Providers (ISPs) in India. The company has a 100% fiber network that will provide you with end-to-end connectivity. If you work from home and also have a large family connected to the same Wi-Fi network as yours, this will only work if you have […]
Japan sets the fastest Internet speed record, reaching a data transfer rate of 319 Tbps. Almost 10 million times faster than the Internet we usually have at home. Using specialized fiber optic cables, a team of Japanese engineers achieved the fastest data transfers ever. It now claims to be able to implement the technology over […]
The biggest performance improvement Chorus has ever achieved for New Zealand fiber optic customers is expected to propel New Zealand into the global broadband rankings, with projections showing the country is likely to be in the top ten for the top fastest speed in the world by early 2022. Chorus is working closely with broadband […]
MEMPHIS, Texas (KAMR / KCIT) – Officials from the Hall County Broadband Committee have released information from its study with Connected Nation Texas, recommending various findings to improve broadband access and speeds across the county. It comes after the City of Amarillo City Council approved a broadband initiative for Potter and Randall counties. According to […]
Vodafone Idea is also present in the fiber broadband sector through its subsidiary, namely You Broadband. Vodafone Idea (Vi) broadband subsidiary is not as big as Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), Jio or Airtel’s FTTH business, but it is growing. You Broadband has made several changes to its offerings in 2021. In cities like Ahmedabad, […]
Globe and Curvalux won the Wireless Broadband Alliance (WBA) Best Wi-Fi for Social Impact award for helping bring high-speed internet connectivity to hard-to-reach areas, especially in communities where l electricity is unreliable or non-existent. The award recognizes and celebrates innovative Wi-Fi network-based services that have been deployed on a trial or commercial basis in at […]
Inmarsat will launch seven more GX satellites, including its next-generation GX satellites, over the next three years. Inmarsat has confirmed that its strategic partner BSNL has received the necessary licenses to provide Inmarsat’s Global Xpress (GX) mobile broadband services in India. Under BSNL’s Inflight and Maritime Connectivity (IFMC) license from the Department of Telecommunications, GX […]
SDLP adviser Adam Gannon (pictured) wrote to DUP Economy Minister Gordon Lyons to increase digital poverty in Fermanagh after a new study found Fermanagh and Omagh to be the least digitally connected area in the UK. The study, by marketing firm N. Rich, found that one in eight people in Fermanagh and Omagh had not […]
The Akiak Indigenous community worked with Pacific Dataport and Microcom to install the state’s first OneWeb Low Earth Orbit (LEO) user terminal, making Akiak the first LEO village in the United States. Kevin Hamer (photo), President and CEO of Akiak Technology, said, “We provide affordable high-speed internet access to 100% of our homes and businesses […]
Source: balkanandroid.com Everyone wants the fastest Internet access in this rapidly advancing age. Why? Because high-speed internet dramatically reduces wait times and allows users to complete multiple tasks at once. As soon as you get your hands on a super-fast internet connection, you’re good to go. You can search all kinds of information online, stream […]
These two teams will explore the benefits of high-speed satellite systems in the areas of next-generation networks, including quantum communications and cybersecurity. SES and the University of LuxembourgInterdisciplinary Center for Safety, Reliability and Trust (SnT) announced the creation of a joint laboratory that will explore the benefits of high-speed satellite systems in the areas of […]
CHARLESTON – Governor Jim Justice on Friday unveiled a billion dollar strategy to bring broadband availability to 200,000 more homes and businesses in West Virginia. The plan will combine funding from federal, state and local governments, along with matching investments from private sector partners, to accelerate the expansion of broadband internet in underserved areas of […]
At the inauguration of BharatNet broadband connectivity in Sesawng village of Mizoram; Photo credit: DIPR On Saturday October 16, Sesawng Village Council Chairman Pu C. Lalremruata inaugurated BharatNet broadband connectivity in Sesawng Village, Mizoram. An initiative undertaken under the ‘Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav’ (AKAM) program marking 75 years of independence from India, the inaugural ceremony […]
News says Elon Musk’s Starlink is poised to provide half-gigabit (GB) WiFi internet connectivity to airlines, which will give the industry a boost. SpaceX’s CEO said on Twitter that the company is in talks with commercial airlines to make plans to install Starlink Satellite Internet Access to provide in-flight WiFi a reality. Image credits: SpaceX […]
Millions of Americans do not have access to reliable broadband Internet service, and the inequality is particularly striking in rural America. The rural broadband gap translates into lost opportunities to develop businesses, learn new skills, educate our children or even participate in daily activities. I represent a sprawling rural district that encompasses nearly 25% of […]
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker announced the launch of a pair of projects to improve connectivity across the state – the Connect Illinois Broadband Map and the Illinois Broadband Lab. The Connect Illinois Broadband Map is in part exactly what it looks like – a map of broadband availability in the state. However, it also has […]
in Aeronautics Posted on October 14, 2021 add a comment Inmarsat celebrated the 1,000th installation and activation of its market-leading Jet ConneX in-flight connectivity solution, further consolidating the company’s leadership in the business aviation market. Image courtesy of Inmarsat This milestone was celebrated with Inmarsat partners at the NBAA Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition in […]
It would be no exaggeration to say that never in the past two decades has there been as much optimism and hope in the Indian satellite industry as in the past eighteen months. There was no way to stop the juggernaut after the Honorable Minister of Finance launched it on May 20 with his historic […]
uCloudlink and DREAMSCOM Offer Better Data Connectivity Services to More Users in Europe 2021-10-13 15:14:11 uCloudlink Group Inc (“uCloudlink” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: UCL), the world’s largest and largest mobile data traffic sharing marketplace, has announced a new partnership with DREAMSCOM in the Netherlands. Through this new partnership, uCloudlink plans to further expand its footprint […]
As Singapore’s premier digital network operator, M1 provides world-class services that amplify the network experiences of its customers in Singapore. With the rise of digital natives and the growing reliance on Wi-Fi coverage to complement work-from-home and home-learning agreements, M1 has extended its broadband service offerings to residence. The latest addition, the 2-year M1 Fiber […]
WASHINGTON, October 11, 2021 / PRNewswire / – The Internet Society will host its fifth annual Indigenous Connectivity Summit, bringing together a diverse group of stakeholders around a common goal: to connect Indigenous communities in North America to a fast, affordable and sustainable Internet. Indigenous communities are among the most underserved in terms of Internet […]
Thousands of residents in four neighborhoods on the south side are expected to benefit from additional opportunities to connect to the internet for schoolwork, digital skills training, access to services and job search. Emerald South Economic Development Collaborative and Comcast today announced the launch of the South Side Connectivity Collaborative (SSCC). Powered by Comcast, the […]
Metro Loop, powered by Xplornet, brings fiber to the home in over 6,500 locations in Haldimand County MARKHAM, ON, October 7, 2021 / CNW / – Xplornet Communications Inc., from Canada the largest rural broadband provider, today announced that Metro Loop’s fiber-to-home expansion continues in Haldimand with gigabit internet service now available to 6,500 homes, […]
Amid the din of a whistleblower testifying to Facebook’s problematic policies and a recent widespread outage, the social media giant’s Connectivity unit provided a detailed update this week on its grand connectivity strategy. The extensive briefing covered Facebook’s submarine cable deployment, advances in a robot capable of deploying fiber strands along power lines, and new […]
In the presence of French President Emmanuel Macron, Eutelsat Communications and Globacom signed a multi-year and multi-Gbps wholesale capacity contract, allowing Globacom to extend its coverage beyond the reach of its terrestrial infrastructure, by relying on the EUTELSAT KONNECT satellite. The service will be used to provide high-speed satellite broadband to businesses and communities in […]