The latest telecom news includes announcements on CommScope, RUCKUS, Etisalat, Accion Labs, among others.
RUCKUS Networks Unleashes AI-Powered Wi‑Fi 7 to Transform Smart Living in MDUs
CommScope’s RUCKUS Networks has introduced a dedicated “MDU 360” suite built on its AI‑driven RUCKUS One platform, aimed at multi‑dwelling‑unit (MDU) property owners and managed‑service providers. The innovation bundles three key elements: unified cloud analytics for network health, resident experience, and service‑level performance; a conversational AI assistant (DSE) that allows non‑technical users to query network performance in natural language; and new Wi‑Fi 7 tri‑band access points (H670 & R575) with multi‑gigabit throughput and built‑in IoT radios (BLE, Zigbee/Matter) for smart‑home integration.
Etisalat Eyes Major Stake in Accion Labs to Power AI-Driven Digital Transformation
The UAE-based telecom & technology group Emirates Telecommunications Group Company PJSC (formerly Etisalat) has entered the bidding for a majority stake in India-headquartered digital engineering and innovation services firm Accion Labs, backed by private equity firm’s TA Associates and True North. Accion Labs specializes in AI-enabled digital solutions, data & cloud engineering, and enterprise automation, with a valuation of up to around US$800 million.
India Moves Toward Satellite-Connected Phones, Bridging the Digital Divide
India’s Department of Telecommunications (DoT) is drafting a regulatory framework to enable direct‑to‑device (D2D) satellite connectivity, allowing mobile phones to link directly with satellites — bypassing traditional terrestrial networks. This innovation aims to extend seamless connectivity like 4G/5G into remote areas, enhancing customer accessibility. The DoT plans to seek recommendations from the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) on spectrum bands, pricing, and technical rules to ensure smooth integration with existing mobile infrastructure.
Indonesia Cracks Down on Telecom Fraud with Major Anti-Scam Overhaul
Indonesia’s Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs is urging mobile operators to rapidly strengthen anti-fraud systems as scam calls and messages rise nationwide. A new directive will require telcos to invest in advanced detection tools, improve real-time monitoring, and deploy stronger protections against number-masking fraud. With over 65% of Indonesians receiving scam messages weekly and losses reaching Rp 7 trillion, the initiative focuses on boosting customer safety through smarter digital security, faster identification of suspicious activity, and closer coordination with financial institutions.
Shafana Fazal
