NEC, Toshiba claim quantum security ‘world first’

  • Japan’s NEC and Toshiba are two of the leading lights in the quantum security sector
  • They are claiming a quantum key distribution (QKD) ‘world first’
  • The partners multiplexed and generated QKD signals in an all-optical network

In Japan, Toshiba, NEC and the National Institute of Information and Communications Technology (NICT) are claiming a significant breakthrough in the field of quantum-safe networking. 

BT, DT seen as quantum-safe networking pioneers

  • TelecomTV conducted its second quantum-safe networking market perception survey
  • More than 240 individuals from the telecom sector responded
  • We asked which network operators are regarded as leaders in the market, with the UK’s BT Group and Germany’s Deutsche Telekom topping the ranking

UK national operator BT Group is regarded as the leading telco pioneer in the quantum-safe networking sector, according to the results of a recent TelecomTV market perception survey of telecom professionals, with Deutsche Telek

IBM, Nokia top quantum-safe networking ranking

  • TelecomTV conducted its second quantum-safe networking market perception survey
  • More than 240 individuals from the telecom sector responded
  • For the second time, IBM and Nokia were recognised as the leading developers of technology that will enable quantum-safe networking, but Google, Cisco and Toshiba made significant gains

IBM has retained its crown as the leading developer of technology that will enable quantum-safe networking, according

CISPE Takes EC to Court to Annul Approval of Broadcom’s Acquisition of VMware

The Cloud Infrastructure Service Providers in Europe (CISPE), representing Europe’s leading sovereign cloud infrastructure providers, filed a formal appeal before the European General Court challenging the European Commission’s decision to approve Broadcom’s acquisition of VMware. CISPE is seeking an annulment of the Commission’s approval of that deal.

Legal Challenge Based on Errors in Law and Assessment

Broadband Equipment Spending to $20.1 B in 2028 on Accelerated Fiber Deployments, According to Dell’Oro Group

According to a newly published report by Dell’Oro Group, the trusted source for market information about the telecommunications, security, networks, and data center industries, the Broadband Access Equipment market is forecasted to grow at an average annual rate of 1.6% from 2024 to 2029, with total revenue peaking in 2028, driven by ongoing DOCSIS 4.0 and fiber expansion by cable and fiber ISPs. The forecast has increased from January due to an expected rise in fiber homes passed.

$160bn in RAN Before 6G, According to Dell’Oro Group

According to a newly published forecast report by Dell’Oro Group, the trusted source for market information about the telecommunications, security, networks, and data center industries, 5G has come a long way, but there is more work ahead. Worldwide Radio Access Network (RAN) revenues, excluding services, are projected to stay flat and reach $160 B in cumulative revenue over the 2025-2029 forecast period.

Cloud Providers to Drive Optical Transport Market to $19 Billion in 2029, According to Dell’Oro Group

According to a newly published forecast report by Dell’Oro Group, the trusted source for market information about the telecommunications, security, networks, and data center industries, the Optical Transport market is forecast to return to growth in 2025 after declining 9 percent in 2024. Following the steep decline caused by oversupply and poor macroeconomic conditions, the Optical Transport market is projected to grow at an average annual rate of 5 percent for the next five years, reaching $19 billion by 2029.

Lynk Accelerates Long-Term Vision of Direct-to-Device Business and Announces Termination of Business Combination Agreement

Lynk Global, Inc. (“Lynk”), a leader in satellite direct-to-device telecommunications, announced the mutual termination of its previously announced Business Combination Agreement (“BCA”) with SLAM Corp. (“SLAM”), a publicly traded special purpose acquisition company.

The BCA, originally executed in February 2024, contemplated a business combination between Lynk and SLAM. The parties have jointly agreed to terminate the agreement with immediate effect and have also reached a comprehensive settlement of all pending claims and counterclaims in the Delaware Court of Chancery.

Millions Get Mobile Network Boost As EE Expands 5G Standalone For The UK

  • By the end of August 2025, EE’s 5G standalone network will be available to more than 34 million people, covering over half of the entire UK population.
  • Customers in Aberdeen, Canterbury, Ipswich, Loughborough, Paignton, Windsor and Wrexham among millions set to benefit as EE makes more than 45 new locations live this summer.
  • 5G standalone customers on EE get access to a smoother, more reliable and more secure mobile connection built for better livestreaming, video calling and mobile gaming.

More than 34 million people will be able to access the UK’s