Today’s telecom news includes announcements on Ooma, Kyivstar achieves investment milestone, Ericsson India expansion plans, among others.
Ooma AirDial Boosts Remote Monitoring with Advanced Analytics and Visibility
Ooma has upgraded its AirDial Remote Device Management platform with new monitoring, visibility, and analytics features designed to improve control over mission-critical analog systems. The update introduces equipment disconnect detection and extended off-hook alerts, enabling faster identification of faults and potential risks. Enhanced real-time port status visibility and expanded call log data provide deeper operational insights, while improved analytics now offer up to 30 days of historical trend tracking. Additional partner controls and search enhancements further streamline management. Available via AirDial 2 firmware, these upgrades aim to strengthen reliability, compliance, and oversight for organizations replacing legacy copper-based communication infrastructure.
War-Tested Networks: Ukraine’s Kyivstar Surpasses $1.3 bn Investment Milestone
Ukraine’s largest telecom operator Kyivstar has exceeded its $1 billion investment target, committing $1.3 billion since 2023 to sustain and expand digital infrastructure amid the ongoing war. Backed by parent company Veon, the funding has focused on maintaining network resilience, including building nearly 1,900 base stations and upgrading over 13,000 to deliver 4G coverage to 95 percent of people in controlled regions. The company has also initiated 5G rollout, strengthened backup power systems to counter outages, and partnered with Starlink to provide satellite connectivity to millions in frontline areas. Strategic acquisitions in ride-hailing, healthcare, and energy further highlight Kyivstar’s diversification during conflict.
Ericsson Eyes Bigger India Bet with Manufacturing and R&D Push
Swedish telecom giant Ericsson is accelerating its expansion in India, focusing on boosting local manufacturing, research and development, and telecom infrastructure. In a recent meeting with Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, the company outlined plans to deepen its footprint as India emerges as a key growth market. The country is already Ericsson’s second-largest market, contributing about 8 percent of its global revenue. The firm also reported a strong 29 percent year-on-year revenue rise in India to ₹4,228 crore for the March 2026 quarter, driven by rising telecom demand and network investments. The expansion reflects India’s growing strategic importance in global telecom operations.
SHAFANA FAZAL
