Today’s telecom news includes announcements on Calix, Globalstar, TAFS, Satellite IoT, Submarine Cable, among others.
Calix Unveils SmartHome and SmartTown to Boost Broadband Services and Revenue
Calix launched SmartHome and SmartTown features to help broadband service providers (BSPs) improve subscriber experiences and generate revenue. The innovations focus on connectivity, security, and monetization. Key features include HomeOffice IQ, which provides redundant connectivity with cellular failover for remote and hybrid work; ScamWatch IQ, which monitors email for breaches and alerts subscribers; ScamPRO, which offers scam validation and identity theft resolution support; and SmartTown Capabilities, which allow BSPs to increase brand presence and explore Wi-Fi monetization in community spaces. The features integrate with the Calix Broadband Platform and SmartLife managed services, enabling BSPs to offer new services, increase revenue per user, and build subscriber trust.
Globalstar Unveils RM200M Satellite IoT Module to Transform Global Connectivity
Globalstar announced the commercial rollout of the RM200M two-way satellite IoT module. The module uses Globalstar’s licensed L and S-band spectrum and second-generation satellites to provide two-way connectivity. It supports both satellite and cellular networks from the same module, enabling communication for IoT applications across logistics, transportation, energy, agriculture, and environmental monitoring. The RM200M module is certified in major geographies, allowing connection of assets and operations in remote and hard-to-reach areas.
TAFS Upgrades TAM-1 Submarine Cable with High-Capacity Ciena Technology
Trans Americas Fiber System (TAFS) is deploying Ciena optical technology on the TAM-1 submarine cable to enhance connectivity across the Americas. The TAM-1 system has a total capacity of over 650 Tbps, using 24 fiber pairs southbound and 12 fiber pairs northbound. Ciena’s GeoMesh Extreme and 6500 Reconfigurable Line System (RLS) are integrated to support spectrum sharing and scalability. The system includes two subsea routes to provide resiliency and low-latency connectivity.
Shafana Fazal
