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CMA probes Broadcom, VMware merger

The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is investigating the anticipated $61 billion (€57bn) acquisition by semiconductor and infrastructure software solutions specialist Broadcom of enterprise software provider VMWare. The CMA is considering whether it is or may be the case that this transaction, if carried into effect, will result in the creation of a relevant […]

November 22, 2022By Colin Mann

Vodafone UK, VANTIVA deploy Wi-Fi 6E gateway

VANTIVA (formerly known as Technicolor) and Vodafone UK have teamed up to deploy Ultrahub, a Wi-Fi 6E gateway. Ultrahub is a premium customer premise equipment (CPE) device that allows Vodafone to offer next-generation managed services for in-home wireless connectivity. Outfitted with the latest tri-band radio technology, Ultrahub supports multiple extenders to provide connected homes with […]

October 19, 2022

Vodafone, Altice in German fibre JV

Telcos Vodafone Group and Altice are creating a joint venture (FibreCo) to deploy fibre-to-the-home (FTTH) to up to 7 million homes over a six-year period. Vodafone’s next generation broadband network in Germany currently offers up to 1Gbps connections to over 24 million homes. This partnership with Altice is complementary to Vodafone’s clear upgrade plans for […]

October 17, 2022By Colin Mann

SoftAtHome powers Swisscom’s Wi-Fi 6E Box

SoftAtHome, an independent software company for broadband, video, and analytics, has played an active part in Swisscom’s new WLAN-Box 3, based on Wi-Fi 6E. The added radio spectrum and automatic tri-band steering between 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz bands drastically reduce network saturation to improve network experience while working from home or enjoying […]

September 26, 2022

Harmonic, Hitron Technologies partner

Harmonic is offering a new fibre solution for cable operators in collaboration with Hitron Technologies, the DOCSIS customer premise equipment manufacturer. The joint offering combines Harmonic’s CableOS FTTx solution with Hitron’s NOVA-2002 and NOVA-2004 optical network units (ONUs), creating a cloud-native infrastructure for sustainable delivery of 10G symmetrical services. Nelson Cable in Virginia has successfully […]

September 20, 2022

Research: Honest claims most valued by media tech buyers

Broadcast and media technology buying decisions are being driven by a search for vendors who are honest and open, according to the findings of research commissioned by specialist PR and marketing company Bubble Agency. The research reveals that buyers prioritise products meeting today’s needs from vendors they can trust, a factor which translates into a […]

September 16, 2022

Technetix acquires Lindsay Broadband

Technetix Group, a broadband technology provider, has confirmed the acquisition of Lindsay Broadband.Technetix says the acquisition will enable significant growth and market traction, expanding its footprint in the Americas and offering its customers a broader range of solutions for HFC, fibre and mobile networks.Technetix will add Lindsay’s HQ site in Canada located in Peterborough, covering […]

September 6, 2022

Fastest WiFi guarantee from VMO2

UK multiplay operator Virgin Media O2 is introducing what it says is the UK’s fastest WiFi guarantee from a major broadband provider, promising customers minimum download speeds of 20Mbps in every room of their home or £100 credit back. Offering broadband download speeds which it says are 22 times faster than the national average, Virgin […]

September 5, 2022By Colin Mann

VodafoneZiggo upgrades with Teleste

Teleste has received a significant order from VodafoneZiggo consisting of various network components to secure the operator’s network upgrades in 2023 and onwards. The ordered components, including broadband amplifiers and RF passives, will be part of VodafoneZiggo’s ongoing nationwide network upgrade targeted to ensure premium broadband services to its subscribers. With more than 7.3 million […]

August 30, 2022

Allied Telesis, NETprotocol support Leeds United networking

English Premier League club Leeds United Football Club (LUFC) is improving the customer experience for fans and visitors when using the turnstiles at its Elland Road Stadium in Leeds as part of an upgrade to its existing Allied Telesis high-capacity resilient network core. The smooth working of the turnstiles, along with all other aspects of […]

August 18, 2022