Network hardware
Network hardware products such as routers, switches, hubs, appliances and gateways form the vital infrastructure for successful enterprise IT. We look at the latest trends in technologies in building LANs, WANS and Ethernet networking.
- News20 Feb 2026
WBA publishes initial guidance on artificial intelligence, machine learning for intelligent Wi-Fi
Report from wireless connectivity trade body outlines frameworks and priorities needed to scale intelligent Wi-Fi through artificial intelligence and machine learning without industry fragmentation Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News19 Feb 2026
Artificial intelligence drives autonomous networks, customer service gains
Survey from AI tech leader reveals growing advances of AI in telecoms, underscoring strong AI adoption, impact and investment in the industry Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News19 Feb 2026
Cisco, Qunnect claim quantum first with datacentre connectivity
IT and networking giant collaborates with scalable quantum networks firm for what is said to be a successful demonstration of quantum networking connecting a datacentre to two research facilities in New York City Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News18 Feb 2026
VMO2 owners make Substantial acquisition to gain altnet broadband business
Acquisition of UK’s second-largest altnet by broadband major claimed to be able to unlock value of £3.5bn, creating sustainable, scaled network competition and wholesale choice in the UK Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News17 Feb 2026
Linx upgrades Lunar Digital datacentre to full resilient point of presence
Manchester-based datacentre upgrading its network resilience with London Internet Exchange to support network traffic Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News16 Feb 2026
Myriota introduces satellite-based scalable global asset tracking
Global provider of satellite IoT connectivity unveils long-life asset tracker designed to deliver reliable global visibility beyond the reach of traditional cellular networks and overcome traditional barriers Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News13 Feb 2026
Openreach appoints new chief executive
UK’s leading broadband provider announces that its deputy CEO will succeed incumbent chief executive from 1 April 2026, and that the company looks to maintain pace of full-fibre deployment Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News11 Feb 2026
Cisco shapes up for delivery of critical infrastructure in the AI era
Annual European expo reveals what IT and networking behemoth claims will be a leap forward in AI adoption, with new products encompassing switches, optics, agentic operations and SASE Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News10 Feb 2026
HPE goes for gold with Winter Olympics network performance
Networking firm reveals role played by its legacy business and that of acquired companies as the official network equipment hardware partner for Milano Cortina 2026, connecting venues, athletes, media and operational systems Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News03 Feb 2026
Broadcom claims enterprise Wi-Fi 8 first
Unified, wireless-first architecture based on latest wireless standard designed to address rising demand for hybrid work, and deliver performance, efficiency and security for next-gen enterprise networking Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News03 Feb 2026
Gigabit accelerates across metro, rural UK
Rapid onset of gigabit broadband access across all parts of the UK bears fruit as country’s largest rural full-fibre provider marks milestone for Project Gigabit, while London-based ISP posts landmark revenues Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- E-Zine03 Feb 2026
Datacentre indecision: UK government’s back and forth on planning
This week’s Computer Weekly ezine digs into the latest twist in a long-running datacentre planning saga, concerning a server farm in Iver, Buckinghamshire, that the government has now admitted it was wrong to grant planning permission for. We also hear from the head of advanced analytics at Dutch Bank ING about how its foray into using AI technologies is benefiting both its business and the customers it serves. Sticking with the AI theme, we take a deep dive into how the technology is being used as an enabler for the development of urban digital twins, and find out how it can be used to assist IT security teams. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
- News02 Feb 2026
Vodafone IoT, Skylo bring NTN NB-IoT connectivity to global users
In a ‘notable’ step in enabling the next wave of internet of things solutions, the IoT division of telco teams with non-terrestrial network provider to deliver satellite-based narrowband connectivity Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News28 Jan 2026
Platforms must adapt to IoT demand to support eSim growth
Research on embedded subscriber identity module markets reveal rapid growth and shifting consumer attitudes, with sustained growth especially in internet of things use cases Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News28 Jan 2026
Netmore claims Actility acquisition to herald transformation of Massive IoT
Acquisition creates largest operator of long-range WAN technology standard to accelerate massive IoT adoption and add key US comms service provider to ecosystem supporting extended IoT connectivity using satellites Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News23 Jan 2026
Ruckus gears up for networking partnership with TGR Haas F1 Team
Vistance Networks-owned communications technology provider becomes official networking partner of the TGR Haas F1 Team, delivering purpose‑driven, AI‑enhanced connectivity across team headquarters, trackside operations and hospitality Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News22 Jan 2026
Airbus, Keysight collaborate on sovereign, standardised 5G NTN
Design, emulation and test services firm embarks on partnership with aerospace manufacturer giant to explore how 5G non-terrestrial networks can operate from low Earth orbit while remaining interoperable with terrestrial networks Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News22 Jan 2026
2025 a record year for CityFibre
Full-fibre platform provider posts financial and operational update for the year ended 31 December 2025, showing unprecedented customer growth, revenue and profitability Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News22 Jan 2026
Vodafone, Netcompany aim to deliver global travel eSIM at scale
Telco teams with IT systems provider to launch embedded subscriber identity module platform offering borderless connectivity for global travellers Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News20 Jan 2026
Openreach puts a stop to copper for another million UK premises
A year before PSTN deadline approaches, BT broadband provision division maintains momentum of national upgrade transition plan Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News19 Jan 2026
Zayo expands network across Iberian Peninsula
Infrastructure provider partners with largest dark fibre operator in Spain to launch 400GE-enabled wavelength network and deliver low-latency, high-capacity connectivity between key hubs across Iberian Peninsula Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News19 Jan 2026
Europe’s fibre roll-out failing to deliver returns in key markets
Analysis from global consultancy Kearney shows fibre investments across Europe are falling short of financial expectations Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News14 Jan 2026
London’s Tube network extends 4G/5G connectivity
London Underground reveals more progress on introducing high-speed mobile coverage across the Tube network, with stations including Euston Square, Cannon Street and Battersea Power Station now gaining coverage, with more to go live soon Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News13 Jan 2026
Motive accelerates Edge AI safety for automotive operations
Commercial vehicle AI dash cam said to be able to deliver three times more AI processing power, stereo vision and hands-free two-way communication in an all-in-one device Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News13 Jan 2026
UK broadband revolution shows no sign of slowing down
As BT broadband provision division reaches landmark anniversary, research finds UK’s internet habits have hit new heights in terms of working, streaming, gaming and living online Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News09 Jan 2026
Ofcom sets out plans for mobile, Wi-Fi to share upper 6 GHz spectrum band
In an aim to provide a boost for the country’s economy, UK comms regulator Ofcom reveals proposals for mobile and Wi-Fi to share some of the same airwaves Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News09 Jan 2026
Hutchison Ports completes private 5G network at UK hub
Hutchison Ports taps into global mobile network to support autonomous trucks and future digital innovation Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News09 Jan 2026
CES 2026: Hitachi inks collaborations with Nvidia, Google Cloud, Nozomi Networks
In its mission to build a ‘harmonised society’, Hitachi claims momentum, with major announcements across areas including mobility, AI and energy Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News08 Jan 2026
CES 2026: Toyota enhances SUV range with added infotainment
New version of RAV4 now available with Snapdragon Digital Chassis for personalisation and immersive infotainment, as well as advanced safety, convenience and real-time connected features Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News07 Jan 2026
CES 2026: Sony Honda Mobility drives out Afeela SDV prototype
Japanese joint venture mobility tech company advances vision of mobility as a creative entertainment space Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- Feature29 Dec 2025
IOWN 2.0 – the next applications for the next-gen network architecture
Continuing our look at the work of the IOWN project, we find out what use cases the next evolved generation of the infrastructure will support and which firms are likely to gain Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- Feature29 Dec 2025
IOWN advances next-generation network evolution and innovation
Ending a year in which it celebrated its fifth birthday, the Innovative Optical and Wireless Network project releases details of key evolutionary technological steps taken to address the networking, computing and energy consumption needs of businesses Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- Tutorial29 Dec 2025
What are the different types of network cables?
The main types of network cables are coax, fiber optics, and shielded and unshielded twisted pair. As enterprises deploy new technologies, it's critical to select the right cables. Continue Reading
By- Chris Partsenidis,Firewall.cx
- David Jacobs,The Jacobs Group
- News24 Dec 2025
Top 10 networking stories of 2025
As enterprises become more extended, dealing with network complexity has become almost as important as network performance. The key to this is AI – but only if properly deployed. Discover more in Computer Weekly’s top 10 networking stories of 2025 Continue Reading
- News19 Dec 2025
BT: UK’s next phase of quantum progress hinges on network build
UK’s leading network provider reflects on the country’s quantum progress to date, and proposes what needs to happen next as funding and focus shift towards delivery Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News18 Dec 2025
Fortinet vulnerabilities prompt pre-holiday warnings
Analysts track exploitation of two vulnerabilities disclosed last week by Fortinet Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton,Security Editor
- News18 Dec 2025
From Kuwait to Brazil: Inside the network behind real-time robotic surgery
Zain Omantel International and Zain Kuwait deliver ultra-low latency network enabling live telesurgery between Kuwait and Brazil, highlighting the role of advanced connectivity in digital healthcare transformation Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito ,Computer Weekly
- Feature15 Dec 2025
ITER builds global, high-speed data backbone for remote scientific participation
Based in southern France, ITER is building one of the most advanced scientific data networks in Europe to support high-speed, resilient connections with fusion researchers worldwide Continue Reading
By- Pat Brans,Pat Brans Associates/Grenoble Ecole de Management
- News15 Dec 2025
UK flat owners to get rights to faster, more reliable broadband
Proposals designed to enable UK flats to gain access to gigabit-capable broadband access empower leasehold owners with right to request a connection Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News12 Dec 2025
Three in five businesses more confident in Wi-Fi investment
Research finds 60% of businesses see converged Wi-Fi and 5G as key to enterprise flexibility, with 38% planning to roll out Wi-Fi 7 in 2025/2026, while 65% say 6 GHz availability is important to their Wi-Fi business Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News12 Dec 2025
Consumers trade up smartphones for AI
Quarterly study of US mobile trade-in arena finds 46% growth year-on-year driven by accelerated adoption of AI-enabled devices and expansion of the secondary market, with the third consecutive record-breaking quarter for revenues Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News08 Dec 2025
UK altnet market ‘entering its most dangerous phase yet’
Research predicts shakeout for UK’s independent broadband sector, with likely survivors being those companies that build infrastructure where it matters, invest where returns can be realised and collaborate where value can be unlocked Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- Feature05 Dec 2025
Ryder Cup takes its best network shot
The Ryder Cup sets sporting and organisational bar higher than ever, depending on ‘an AI-driven connected intelligence platform’ to gain required real-time insights and intelligence Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News01 Dec 2025
UK full-fibre overtakes FTTC for first time
Study finds FTTP connectivity in the UK now mainstream with competition intensifying, but with pricing and operational models facing increasing pressure, raising questions about business sustainability Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News28 Nov 2025
Asia-Pacific 5G subscriptions set to reach 4.6 billion by 2030
APAC becomes centre of the technological race for 5G supremacy, with leaders going beyond the deployment of ‘standard’ networks to the development of a wider 5G ecosystem, driving IoT/M2M Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News27 Nov 2025
UK partnership extends fibre optic tech for more reliable radio comms
Knowledge transfer partnership aims to make ‘radio-over-fibre’ technology available to new sectors, developing ways to amplify and extend radio signals through fibre optics for fewer delays and stronger signals Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News27 Nov 2025
RailTel modernises long-distance, metro optical networks across India
Strategic partnership allows tech provider to modernise Indian railway communications, using right-of-way assets to deliver cost efficiencies, vendor diversification and long-term investment protection Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News27 Nov 2025
Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 revs up testing with augmented reality
Formula 1 team switches from paper guides to incorporate AR designs into its workflow and see quickly how parts form car assemblies resulting in gains in team’s operations that add up to improved performance on the racetrack Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News26 Nov 2025
Microsoft creates framework for secure optical network architecture
IT behemoth taps optical network provider to create ‘survivability by design’ architecture said to ensure operational continuity at all times, during both planned and unplanned outages Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News24 Nov 2025
MWC25 Doha debut marks a new chapter for MENA mobile innovation
GSMA’s Jawad Jalal Abbassi outlines how Qatar’s first Mobile World Congress will accelerate digital transformation, 5G adoption and AI integration across the region Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito ,Computer Weekly
- News24 Nov 2025
IBM and Cisco light up quantum networking collaboration
Firms collaborate to design a connected network of large-scale, fault-tolerant quantum computers, laying the groundwork for a quantum computing internet Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News24 Nov 2025
UK connected tech upgrades could spur productivity boost
Report from UK’s leading comms provider finds investment in UK’s connected technology could offset the days lost due to employee sick leave every year by 2030 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News21 Nov 2025
First fibre laid under Project Reach UK digital backbone
High-count fibre laid along Great Western Main Line in four weeks, marking the first milestone in strengthening the UK’s connectivity infrastructure Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News20 Nov 2025
5G Standalone growth spurs differentiated connectivity services
Mobility Report shows 33 CSPs currently offer differentiated connectivity services based on network slicing, with a combined total of 65 offerings with around 1.4 billion people expected to be served by FWA broadband by the end of 2031 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News20 Nov 2025
AWS claims cloud-provider first with DWDM transponder
IT and cloud giant reveals in-house development project for dense wavelength division multiplexing transponder system showing significant bandwidth gains, and reduced failure rates and power consumption Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News19 Nov 2025
Cloudflare contrite after worst outage since 2019
Cloudflare CEO Matthew Prince apologises for the firm’s worst outage in years and shares details of how a change to database system permissions caused a cascading effect that brought down some of the web’s biggest names Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton,Security Editor
- E-Zine18 Nov 2025
Viewing business through a sustainability lens
In this week’s edition of Computer Weekly, we take a closer look at reports of low workplace morale within the Police Digital Service, as its staff eagerly await the outcome of the long-promised Home Office’s policing reform whitepaper. Jérôme Goulard, the chief sustainability officer of Orange Business, talks us through the work he is doing to balance business objectives with IT sustainability within the organisation. This week’s buyer’s guide features the second instalment of three articles advising IT buyers on how to get started on using agentic artificial intelligence (AI) – and sets out how enterprises can use the technology to take their automation efforts to the next level. Rounding out the issue is our look at what is holding European startups back when it comes to leading the way in the field of quantum computing. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
- News14 Nov 2025
MI5 made multiple applications for phone data to identify BBC journalist’s sources
MI5 discloses it made and authorised unlawful ‘sequential applications’ for Vincent Kearney’s phone data during his time at the BBC, but will neither confirm nor deny whether it undertook further ‘lawful’ surveillance of BBC journalists Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin,Investigations Editor
- News11 Nov 2025
Nokia Bell Labs and KDDI team to research 6G energy efficiency
Comms research facility enters joint research agreement with leading Japanese operator to explore ways to boost resiliency and energy efficiency on forthcoming generation of mobile networks Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News07 Nov 2025
City of London deploys SASE to future-proof public infrastructure
Managed services provider to deliver an end-to-end networking connectivity offering, encompassing what is said to be a UK-first enterprise secure access service edge roll-out for public services Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News07 Nov 2025
Verizon Business delivers neutral host network to KPMG’s New York City office
Leading comms provider takes Manhattan headquarters of audit, tax and advisory firm to new levels of communication with a dedicated network powered by 5G network Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News07 Nov 2025
Global Open RAN suppliers scale advanced connectivity in UK
Comms tech research hub announces latest cohort of international open radio access providers it’s working with to trial, validate and scale advanced connectivity offerings across the UK Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News05 Nov 2025
Verizon Business, AWS seal fibre deal to accelerate AI applications at scale
Comms provider and hyperscaler unite on network infrastructure and suite of products designed to enable global enterprises to deploy AI workloads at scale Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News05 Nov 2025
Omada unveils software upgrades to accelerate smarter networking
TP-Link business solutions brand announces enhancement of network software suite claiming to ‘redefine’ the future of network planning, management and deployment Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News03 Nov 2025
NumoData begins mission to drive AI-powered network intelligence, analytics
Exfo spin-off begins life backed by Teleo Capital and helmed by former Nokia executive to deliver service assurance, next-generation AIOps and autonomous network operations for communications service providers Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News03 Nov 2025
Opengear cuts network downtime for 35 global sites
Global managed hosting and cloud services provider has strengthened the resilience of its international network with secure remote access solutions, cutting downtime and accelerating response times across 35 global sites Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News29 Oct 2025
Nokia, Zayo team on future-ready IP network infrastructure
Upgraded IP network architecture seeks to provide operator’s customers with faster, broader set of services, including cloud access, datacentre connectivity and secure high-speed links Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News29 Oct 2025
Extreme lands enterprise Wi-Fi 7 wins
AI-powered networking automation firm reveals number of significant deployments of services based on latest wireless comms standard Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News27 Oct 2025
Ericsson, Nokia, Fraunhofer HHI team to drive 6G-era video coding standard
Comms tech giants and mobile and optical systems manufacturer form collaboration to drive the next generation of video coding standardisation, creating a proof of concept intended to power immersive and AI-driven media in the 6G era Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- Feature27 Oct 2025
AI and digital twins to serve increasingly complex robot management
Proliferating fleets of robots, diffusion of humanoids, and the emerging robot class of androids will increase complexities of robot management in the future. AI and digital twins will become increasingly important management tools Continue Reading
By- Martin Schwirn,Computer Weekly
- News22 Oct 2025
Render Networks unveils next-generation business intelligence platform
Digitising network provider embeds advanced data and AI capabilities in bid to ‘redefine’ how entire broadband value chain anticipates risks, forecasts outcomes and uncovers opportunities across large-scale environments Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News22 Oct 2025
Nokia lands railway comms, optical networking wins across Asia
Bangkok Expressway and Metro Public Company to deploy internet protocol/multi-protocol label switching technology, while GBI to build optical network for faster, more resilient connectivity across Middle East Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News20 Oct 2025
Arelion boosts Baltic connectivity with resilient route
Diverse terrestrial route connects Baltics to Western Europe via subsea and land systems using open optical line systems with 400G coherent pluggable optics and 1.6 Tbps Waves connectivity Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News17 Oct 2025
EXA Infrastructure raises over €1bn to support digital infra boom
Global digital infrastructure platform provider refinances and expands its facilities, raising over €1.3bn to fuel network growth – including fibre footprint and subsea routes – and M&A plans across Europe and North America Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News15 Oct 2025
Singapore Transport Authority enhances critical railway infrastructure with optical LAN
Transport authority in Singapore revamps its video transport network to support advanced security and high-resolution video services to ensure safety for millions of passengers riding the railway Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News15 Oct 2025
‘Significant’ fibre gaps threaten datacentre expansion
Research of 300 decision-makers finds consensus that core fibre investment is key to future AI growth, but four-fifths of firms delaying builds because of network infrastructure constraints Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News15 Oct 2025
AI becomes major accelerator for IoT
Survey reveals ‘soaring’ enthusiasm for IoT, with multiple emerging technologies acting as catalysts, and efficiency and productivity gains demonstrating return on investment Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News13 Oct 2025
Nvidia scores Meta and Oracle for networking fabric
Nvidia lands hyperscalers Meta and Oracle for its Spectrum-X networking fabric and is leading an industry coalition to adopt an 800-volt DC power standard for datacentres Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan,Informa TechTarget
- News10 Oct 2025
Orange lands first Medusa subsea cable in Marseille
Global telco reveals key milestone in ongoing development of submarine networks connecting both sides of the Mediterranean, positioning the French city as a global digital hub Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News07 Oct 2025
Nato chooses Oracle to secure battlefield communications
Nato has chosen Oracle and Druid to secure private 5G networks for cyber defence, war gaming and research, using Oracle Cloud and edge technology Continue Reading
By- Brian McKenna,Enterprise Applications Editor
- News07 Oct 2025
Nokia launches FTTH digital twin, AI tools to boost network reliability
Nokia launches digital twin of the fibre-to-the-home infrastructure, creating a single unified view of active and passive components using data analytics and AI models to detect, predict and resolve networks issues Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News02 Oct 2025
CityFibre doubles customer connection rate in Q3
UK’s largest independent full-fibre platform reveals unprecedented growth in third quarter, almost double that recorded over the previous three-month period Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News01 Oct 2025
Zen Internet launches Meraki to deliver SD-WAN portfolio
Zen Internet introduces software-defined wide-area network offer to address needs of businesses as IT budgets come under increasing under pressure while cyber threats rise Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News30 Sep 2025
Zayo, Equinix develop AI network framework
Tailored connectivity solutions and managed services provider teams with datacentre firm to develop a common model for the underlying infrastructure required to scale for the next phase of AI Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News30 Sep 2025
UK gigabit broadband coverage hits 89% of population
Research finds UK has hit a major broadband milestone, marking a significant step towards nationwide coverage and reflecting rapid roll-out by market leaders and a growing number of alternative networks Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News30 Sep 2025
Cisco unveils software to accelerate quantum networks
IT and networking giant claims first of its kind network-aware distributed quantum compiler capable of running quantum algorithms across multiple processors while handling error correction across a network Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News29 Sep 2025
UK and US urge Cisco users to ditch end-of-life security appliances
An ongoing campaign of cyber attacks is targeting users of end-of-life Cisco security appliance kit Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton,Security Editor
- News29 Sep 2025
£3bn opportunity in digital network upgrade of UK critical infrastructure
Study from BT highlights multibillion-pound net benefit that could be unlocked by upgrading critical services to digital Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News29 Sep 2025
5G-enabled FWA CPE shipments form majority in 4 out of 7 global regions
Annual fixed wireless access CPE market survey reveals that as 5G-based FWA is increasingly the norm, suppliers expect shipments to accelerate, with over 50% of sales in key regions being 5G-enabled Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News29 Sep 2025
Celanese looks to private 5G to transform manufacturing at the edge
Fully managed private 5G network designed to deliver what is claimed to be resilient connectivity to accelerate Industry 4.0 innovation Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News25 Sep 2025
Nokia and Boldyn Networks deploy private 5G to power mining
Global comms tech firm teams with wireless neutral network provider for mining technology deployment to enable safer, smarter and more sustainable operations, where most workforces can operate from above ground Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News25 Sep 2025
Brightsolid expands national network with diverse 100Gbps optical connectivity
Strategic partnership issues assurance to deliver what it claims will be ‘ultra-fast’ resilient connectivity from Scotland to London, supporting UK digital infrastructure growth Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News25 Sep 2025
Openreach UK broadband upgrade reaches 20 million homes
UK’s largest comms provider celebrates full-fibre access milestone but points to lag in active network switchovers Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News24 Sep 2025
Klaasmeyer Construction taps Render Networks for quicker buildout
Digitising network provider engaged by network construction management company to build scalable model for predictable broadband deployment and customer adoption Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News23 Sep 2025
Morse Micro secures $59m funding to lead the next era of IoT
Fresh capital to accelerate Morse Micro’s expansion into international markets, scale production of its Wi-Fi HaLow chips and support the ecosystem shift toward IoT 2.0, characterised by high-throughput, long-range, scalable connectivity Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News22 Sep 2025
‘Soaring’ AI demand accelerates Lumen’s multibillion-dollar network expansion
Progress report from metro and long-haul data connectivity firm shows pace quickens on network expansion to meet massively increasing workloads including new fibre miles, significant added network capacity and coast-to-coast US build Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News22 Sep 2025
Tech consortium unveils private 5G, AI-powered edge innovation hub
‘Pioneering’ hub for startups and nonprofits to test advanced private 5G and AI-powered edge use cases without the usual cost or deployment challenges Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News19 Sep 2025
Huawei unveils interconnects to address large-scale AI infrastructure bottlenecks
IT and networking giant announces technology designed to set standard in compute power for AI-driven workloads Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News19 Sep 2025
Fortnite patch spurs record broadband traffic spike for Openreach
Leading UK broadband firm sees historic warnings coming to pass regarding need to alleviate issues facing network users, with consumption of media-rich content such as video and of popular games continuing to grow Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News18 Sep 2025
Oxa gains more mileage from Nvidia for autonomous vehicles
UK-based autonomous vehicle systems provider looks to speed up its commercial roll-out in the $2tn industrial mobility automation market with use of advanced AI technology, including Cosmos World Foundation Models Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News17 Sep 2025
Virgin Media O2 creates single team to challenge fixed wholesale market
Leading UK operator places wholesale teams covering consumer and business segments into single structure Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
- News17 Sep 2025
Federated Wireless, Cisco validate commercial standard power for Wi-Fi 6E, 7
Networking and IT giant throws weight behind creating path to emerging wireless standard Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran,Computer Weekly
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