The latest telecom news includes announcements on Vi Business, ACT Fibernet, BR.Digital, Ciena, Nokia, among others.
Vi Business to enable 12 mn smart meters across India
Vi Business, the enterprise arm of Vodafone Idea, plans to enable 12 million smart meters across India within the next three years, positioning itself as a key player in the country’s smart utility transformation. Aligned with the India Smart Grid Mission, the initiative will drive innovation in Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) and IoT, helping DISCOMs reduce AT&C losses and offering consumers real-time energy usage data. Powered by its IoT Smart Central platform and backed by five years of smart meter experience, Vi Business aims to build a scalable, resilient, and sustainable energy ecosystem.
BR.Digital Boosts Network Capacity with Ciena’s High-Speed WaveLogic 6 Extreme Technology
BR.Digital, a Brazilian communication service provider, upgraded its network using Ciena’s WaveLogic 6 Extreme (WL6e) technology. The upgrade supports a single wavelength transmission of 1.1 terabits per second over distances exceeding 800 kilometers, addressing the demand for high-capacity connectivity in Brazil. This deployment increases network throughput and optimizes the use of the existing optical spectrum. The upgrade allows BR.Digital to scale its infrastructure and improve service delivery to meet customer and market needs. Ciena’s WaveLogic 6 Extreme technology uses 3nm CMOS for networking and supports coherent digital signal processing at 200 GBaud. This reduces space and power requirements in optical transport systems while enabling higher-speed connectivity and cost reduction.
Nokia and ProRail Modernize Dutch Railway Network with Cloud-Native Upgrade
Nokia is working with ProRail to upgrade the Netherlands’ GSM-R network to a cloud-native core. The four-year project will replace the existing 2G infrastructure and prepare the network for the Future Railway Mobile Communication System (FRMCS). The upgrade includes deploying cloud-native components such as the Nokia Assurance Center, Packet Core, Registers, Intelligent Network, and Data Center Fabric. Network management will use MantaRay NM for automation, Archive Cloud for backups, and the Nokia Network Services Platform for managing IP, optical, and microwave networks. The migration aims to improve operational efficiency and support future railway communications.
ACT Fibernet Launches AI-Powered Mesh Router Plans for Seamless Home Connectivity
ACT Fibernet has introduced new Mesh Router Plans featuring built-in AI to deliver adaptive, uninterrupted internet coverage across entire homes. These AI-driven mesh systems, ideal for spaces over 1200 sq. ft., use multiple intelligent nodes to ensure smooth multi-device connectivity and eliminate dead zones. Branded as ACT SmartWiFi, the solution includes features like auto network tuning, seamless roaming, smart frequency allocation, self-healing nodes, and layout-based signal optimization. Designed for today’s digital lifestyles, it ensures consistent speeds and reliable connectivity for work, entertainment, and smart living across every room.
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