Optic Fiber Cable
India’s Strategic Role in Global Submarine Cable Infrastructure Highlighted by Ministry of Communications
Submarine telecommunication cables carry about 99% of global internet traffic, enabling essential services and seamless connectivity. By 2024, over 500 active and planned submarine cable systems are operational, handling massive data transmission with remarkable efficiency. However, these cables are highly vulnerable, with 150–200 faults reported globally each year due to fishing, anchoring, natural hazards, and […]
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Google Introduces New Subsea Cable Systems Under Australia Connect Initiative
Introducing the Bosun Subsea Cable Google has announced the Australia Connect initiative, a significant investment to strengthen digital connectivity and resilience across Australia and the broader Indo-Pacific region. As part of this initiative, Google will develop new subsea cable systems, building on its existing Pacific Connect infrastructure, according to a Google Cloud blog post. […]
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The Future of Telecom: Advancing Digital Connectivity with 6G, Open Architectures, and Fiber Networks
Telecom networks form the backbone of digital advancements, driving innovation and fostering global interconnectivity. From the advent of the internet to mobile technologies, each leap forward has shaped a more connected world. Recent advancements like 5G, fiber optics, and advanced wireless systems are not only enhancing connectivity but also propelling economic growth and improving living […]
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Data Centers and 5G Expansion Fueling Fiber Cable Boom
A data centre boom globally, in addition to rapid 5G rollouts, is silently propelling the growth of another ancillary industry: Optic fibre cables (OFCs). With top dollar expected to flow into the segment in the next decade, service providers and fibre manufacturers are looking to simultaneously strengthen deployment locally and double down on building capacities […]
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Italy in Talks with Google to Establish Submarine Cable Network Base Stations in Sicily
Alphabet’s Google is in discussions with the Italian government to establish base stations in Sicily for a submarine fiber optic cable network across the Mediterranean, according to cabinet undersecretary Alessio Butti. Speaking during a Group of Seven ministerial meeting, Butti stated, “Google is very interested, and we are in talks about base stations in Sicily.” […]
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HFCL Projects 70% Fiber Optic and 50% Telecom Equipment Revenue from Exports in 3 Years
Domestic telecom gear maker HFCL anticipates that 70% of its revenue from the fiber optic segment and half of its network equipment business will come from exports within the next three years, according to Managing Director Mahendra Nahata. He noted a growing demand for 5G equipment following the widespread installation of 5G mobile towers across […]
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95% Indian Villages have Internet Connectivity- Jyotiraditya Scindia
Under the Digital India Initiative, the government has implemented various measures to connect not only metropolitan areas but also tier-2 and tier-3 cities, as well as rural and remote regions. As of March 2024, India has a total of 954.40 million internet subscribers, with 398.35 million residing in rural areas. Additionally, by April 2024, out […]
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VIAVI Unveils Advanced Sensing Solutions for Fiber Optic Cables and Critical Infrastructure
Viavi Solutions Inc. (VIAVI) has announced the launch of NITRO® Fiber Sensing, an integrated real-time asset monitoring and analytics solution designed for critical infrastructure, including oil, gas, and water pipelines, electrical power transmission, border/perimeter security, and data center interconnects. Operators often face significant challenges in protecting and optimizing their critical infrastructure. Damage to these assets […]
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CloudExtel to Boost Fiber Infrastructure and Small Cell
On the back of India’s booming digital economy, CloudExtel, a digital infrastructure provider, is targeting approximately 50% growth as it plans to invest heavily in boosting its fiber and small cells network. CloudExtel offers various digital infrastructure services, including small cell hosting, FTTH, intra-city fiber, and virtualized networks to Communications Service Providers (CSPs), Internet Service […]
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BharatNet Scheme 2024 Details
What is the BharatNet Scheme 2024? The BharatNet Scheme, launched under the Digital India program, aims to provide high-speed internet connectivity to rural areas across India at affordable prices using optical fiber technology. As the world’s largest rural broadband connectivity project, BharatNet seeks to offer broadband services to citizens in rural and remote regions. The […]
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