Broadband
Space Broadband | Jio in Satellite Broadband Race | Eutelsat OneWeb Looks to Go Ahead of Starlink
In the competition to offer satellite broadband services in India, Bharti-backed Eutelsat OneWeb is emerging as a leading contender, poised to outpace competitors like Elon Musk’s Starlink and Mukesh Ambani’s Reliance Jio. Setting itself apart by securing demo satellite spectrum in the ‘Ka’ and ‘Ku’ bands through administrative channels, Eutelsat OneWeb diverges from Starlink’s retail […]
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AirFiber or 5G FWA are the Future, Says Airtel
Bharti Airtel, a leading Indian telecom operator, looks at 5G FWA (Fixed Wireless Access) or AirFiber as a use case of 5G that can definitely be monetised heavily in the future. The telco believes in the underlying potential and the problem that FWA or AirFiber solves for customers and the telcos. Randeep Sekhon, Bharti Airtel’s […]
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FCC Broadband Speed Standard Updated in USA | US Broadband Speed
The FCC redefined what constitutes a broadband connection in the United States, shifting the benchmark from a download speed of 25Mbps and an upload speed of 3Mbps to a new standard. This update, announced on March 15th in a document published by FCC News titled “FCC Increases Broadband Speed Benchmark,” signifies a significant change after […]
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Overcoming Barriers to Broadband Access in India
In the rapidly evolving landscape of digital connectivity, India has made significant strides in the realm of broadband services. However, a closer look at the statistics reveals a concerning trend – wireline broadband, despite its potential, accounts for only a meager 4.1% of the total broadband subscribers in the country. With a total of 861.472 […]
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Netplus Broadband Gets Best Company in Broadband and Video Industry for 2023 by Times Group
Netplus Broadband, a prominent broadband service provider in India led by Gurdeep Singh, has received the esteemed recognition as the “Best company in the broadband and video industry for the year 2023” from the Times Group. Dr. Prem Ojha, CEO of Netplus Broadband, graciously accepted the prestigious award, highlighting the collective commitment, innovation, and unwavering […]
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Hathway Cable & Datacom Ltd Data Leaked on Dark Web
In a concerning development for digital security, Hathway Cable & Datacom Limited, one of India’s leading broadband and cable TV service providers, has experienced a significant data breach. Our investigation reveals that an undisclosed number of customer records have been compromised and are now circulating on the dark web. This incident raises serious concerns regarding […]
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Government Classifies Satellite Broadband as Telecom Service, Permits 100% FDI through Automatic Route
The government is poised to classify satellite broadband as a telecom service, making companies like Bharti-backed Eutelsat OneWeb, Elon Musk’s Starlink, Jeff Bezos-led Amazon Kuiper, and Canada’s Telesat eligible for 100% foreign direct investment (FDI) through the automatic route, similar to telecom service providers, according to top lawyers and senior satellite industry executives. This move […]
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Is Fixed Broadband the Next Big Opportunity for Telcos?
The wireless segment in India has experienced significant growth, particularly with the advent of Jio. Telcos have successfully implemented 4G networks nationwide and are now poised to introduce 5G technology across the country. Efforts by telecom operators like Airtel to extend network coverage to rural areas underscore the potential for further expansion. Anticipated growth in […]
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ACT Fibernet to Deploy 500 Hotspots in Chennai
Chennai is poised to become a connected city with Bengaluru-based ACT Fibernet (Atria Convergence Technologies Ltd) gearing up to deploy 500 hotspots across the city, with plans to scale up to nearly 3,000 within the next 18-24 months, according to a company official. The service was inaugurated by Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin at […]
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ACT Fibernet Partners with Aprecomm for Wi-Fi Optimization
India’s leading wired broadband ISP, ACT Fibernet, has announced a strategic partnership with Aprecomm to deploy advanced technology aimed at optimizing residential Wi-Fi connections. The collaboration seeks to leverage AI-powered solutions to enhance the in-home Wi-Fi experience for ACT Fibernet’s extensive user base, comprising over two million connected households. The primary goal is to reduce […]
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