Features

Data centre consolidation: Fewer, bigger, better

As the data centre sector continues to consolidate, Guy Matthews takes a look at some of the major deals that have changed the shape of the market, and considers the drivers that will define the sector’s future.

24 July 2019 | Guy Matthews

Subsea Asia - Leading in Innovation

30 August 2019 | Natalie Bannerman

As the world readies itself for 5G, the demands on network infrastructure becomes even greater, especially for subsea.
A journey towards the multi-cloud

24 July 2019 | Gareth Wilmer

The ever-increasing demand for rapid connections to the cloud means telcos are having to become more agile in connecting customers up to clouds.
5G: A marathon with hurdles, not a sprint

24 July 2019 | Laurence Doe

A race between network operators has begun. Laurence Doe investigates the latest 5G partnership developments and how much hangs in the balance without a structured approach to spectrum allocation.
Top five cloud products: Keeping the limits of businesses sky high

24 July 2019 | Laurence Doe

A great search was undertaken for this edition by Laurence Doe in his quest to find some of the best applications of cloud products. This is the list of the best cloud services, software and platforms for enterprises.
Carrier vs. OTT: The best of frenemies

23 July 2019 | Gareth Wilmer

For the carrier world, it’s an age-old conundrum: their love-hate relationship with over-the-top (OTT) players. These players present both a competitive threat and an opportunity in light of the fresh, innovative ideas they bring to market.
North Africa analysis: Egypt 'to become gateway to Africa and its data hub'

23 July 2019 | Alan Burkitt-Gray

Egypt is poised to become the African hub and the gateway to Africa, said the CEO of Telecom Egypt at Capacity North Africa in April. The telecoms industry has long known of the importance of Egypt to the world’s networks, situated on the main fibre route along the Red Sea between Asia and Europe.