The United States Department of State and the Government of Mexico have announced a collaborative effort to explore avenues for enhancing and diversifying the global semiconductor landscape. This initiative falls under the purview of the International Technology Security and Innovation (ITSI) Fund, established by the CHIPS Act of 2022. By leveraging this partnership, both nations aim to fortify the semiconductor value chain, fostering resilience, security, and sustainability.

In the vibrant and innovative city of Dubai, UAE, from December 10 to 11, 2024, the highly anticipated annual Telecom Review Leaders’ Summit will be back as a cornerstone event in the ICT industry's calendar.

For over a decade, geophysicists have been advocating for the integration of smart cables within telecommunication infrastructure. These cables, at a modest increase in cost ranging from 10% to 20%, offer the capacity to accommodate sensors within their repeaters, mainly designed to monitor seafloor motion, water pressure, and temperature.

The Dominican Institute of Telecommunications (Indotel) has launched a significant endeavor titled "Deployment and Operation of Internet Access Networks in the Southern Region." The project's primary objective is to extend broadband internet access via fiber optic networks to residents in 23 municipalities and 44 municipal districts across the country’s southern region.

From March 18, 2024, providers can request the National Telecommunications Agency (Anatel) to license and activate 5G stations in the 3.5 GHz band in an additional 395 municipalities.

Telecom Review North America has officially rebranded to Telecom Review Americas.

By Marco Lichtfous, Managing Director, PMP Strategy Benelux & DACH and Vivek Yadav, Managing Director, PMP Strategy MEA

According to the company’s statement, the lawsuit brought by Ted Miller is without merit and underscores that his activism campaign against Crown Castle is focused on his own self interests.

Bluebird Network, a communications infrastructure provider and operator of more than 11,000 miles of fiber and two data centers, announced the hiring of Jason W. Adkins as new Chief Executive Officer.

Cirion Technologies, a leading provider of digital infrastructure in Latin America, announced the appointment of Nelson Fonseca as President of its Data Center business.