#Telecom Revival

[anik211]

Case Study: Reviving BSNL through Strategic Initiatives and Stock Exchange Listing 📈📞

Introduction Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has been grappling with market competition, especially against private giants like Jio, Airtel, and Vodafone Idea (VI). This case study explores BSNL’s revival strategies, particularly through infrastructure upgrades, competitive pricing, and the potential benefits of listing on the stock exchange. 💡 Current Market Landscape Competitive…

[newspatron]

Nokia's Epic Comeback

Share your thoughts on Nokia's comeback!

Welcome to an inspiring tale of corporate revival. Here we explore the journey of Nokia. The brand once dominated the mobile world. Still, it faced a steep decline with the smartphone revolution. Nokia has undergone a remarkable transformation. It is now a leader in the 5G arena. This story isn’t just about tech; it’s about resilience, strategy, and innovation. Think of Nokia as the “comeback…

[randomvarious]

Today's compilation:

Most Wanted Music 12 1999 Dance-Pop / Synthpop / Eurodance

Not sure that I fully understand why the people who were tasked with packaging this album decided to go with a bunch of Egyptian imagery for its album art (???), but, um, nevertheless, this is a decent window into what was popping off up there on the super commercial level more than a quarter-century ago. Usually when I go through these Eurocomps, I like to find at least one morsel of over-the-top absurdity that you really can't help but love, because we never really got too much of that in the States, but I didn't find much in that regard—plenty of bad disposability, but nothing that you could really deem as 'so bad it's good,' or come to love in an ironic sort of way 😕.

Be that as it may, though, let's talk about a couple bops on here, starting with the one that's likely to be far more familiar to Americans, which is Destiny's Child's "Bug a Boo." Relatively speaking, when it comes to DC's overall singles discography, this one was a commercial failure in the US, but looking back on what the state of R&B was like in 1999, I think you'd be hard-pressed to find a beat for a single that was much niftier. Producer Sheks'pere, who also did DC's previous single, the US chart-topping "Bills, Bills, Bills," as well as TLC's topically similar "No Scrubs," took inspiration from the instrumental intro on Toto's 1978 debut album, "Child's Anthem," and turned its hard-jutting stutters into a slamming and flashy rap beat with a whole bunch of ringing bells for Destiny's Child to sing over. Add lyrical references to once-dominant, three-letter telecom-tech companies like MCI and AOL, and you've got this darling, turn-of-the-millennium pop music artifact that really deserved better than just #33 in the States, especially as a follow-up to "Bills," and an immediate predecessor to "Say My Name."

And now, something far more Euro: Shaft's "(Mucho Mambo) Sway," a super catchy debut single by a British duo that was on that then-popular Latin swing revival tip, but was also a tribal house track with a pitched-up female vocal that was further prefaced by a hazily psychedelic Middle Eastern-tinged intro that subtly laced and enhanced the tune in the later going and kind of also sounded like a forerunner to what M.I.A. would do with "Paper Planes" nearly a decade afterwards, when she interpolated The Clash's "Straight to Hell." Funnily enough, the song that "(Mucho Mambo) Sway" was basing itself off of was the version of it that was done by Rosemary Clooney and Pérez Prado in 1960, and as it made it all the way up to #2 on the UK singles chart, the only hit that ended up standing in its way was actually another Latin swing revival tune that was delivering a new treatment on a Pérez Prado tune too: Lou Bega's "Mambo No. 5."

So, overall, I've definitely had more entertaining times with these hybrid trips down memory lane and exposures to just plain bad Eurotrash, but I'll never turn down an opportunity to go back to these days of late 90s pop. The potty-mouthed and irony-laden Bloodhound Gang, J. Lo, Backstreet Boys, and blink-182 are all on here, and I think that combination of acts will always be plenty good enough to satisfy me personally for these types of affairs. Wish things had gotten a little more nutty than they did here, but at least I got a bunch of classic late 90s US radio staples anyway, which I guess ended up doing well in Sweden too.

And by the way, my favorite Swedish track on here is a cover that ABBA tribute band The A★Teens did of "Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! (A Man After Midnight)." Love the original, maximal Eurodisco original version of that song, and even though it's super duper cheesy, I dig the late 90s Eurodancy update that's supplied on here too.

Highlights:

Bloodhound Gang - "The Bad Touch" A★Teens - "Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! (A Man After Midnight)" Shaft - "(Mucho Mambo) Sway" Jennifer Lopez - "Waiting for Tonight" Backstreet Boys - "Larger Than Life" blink-182 - "What's My Age Again?" Destiny's Child - "Bug a Boo" Tal Bachman - "She's So High" Sash! - "Adelante"

[mariacallous]

There’s a new plan to revive the Affordable Connectivity Program, a pandemic-era initiative that provides low-income households in the US with discounts on high-speed internet access.

At the end of April, funding for the program was set to run out, affecting millions. But a bipartisan group of senators, led by Ben Ray Luján of New Mexico, have proposed using a Federal Aviation Administration reauthorization measure as a vehicle for funding the ACP and other telecom programs for a combined $6 billion. Luján’s coalition includes senators J.D. Vance, Peter Welch, Jacky Rosen, Steve Daines, and Roger Wicker.

“Right now, there are over 23 million households participating in this program. That’s more than 55 million people. But it’s not only benefiting these individual families—it’s benefiting their local communities as well,” Luján tells WIRED. “It gives families access to better-paying jobs, to training and education to create economic mobility, to better deals on groceries and household goods. The time is now to save this program.”

The measure also includes a provision for the Federal Communication Commission’s “rip and replace program,” which refunds US telecom providers for removing equipment from Chinese manufacturers including Huawei and ZTE from their networks and replacing it with less-risky tech. Earlier this month, the FCC asked Congress for around $2 billion to help bolster the program, which has faced a shortfall. That initiative has been in place since 2020, which is when the FCC identified Huawei and ZTE as national security threats and then-president Donald Trump signed the “rip-and-replace” bill into law.

“It’s also critical that we adequately fund the ‘rip-and-replace’ program to ensure our country can move forward the effort to remove and replace untrusted technological equipment. This amendment also empowers the FCC to reauction spectrum licenses to free up airwaves and allow more opportunities for the public to access faster internet speeds and more responsive networks,” Luján said.

The Biden administration has made significant investments in broadband expansion over the past few years. In a speech last month, Biden called on Congress to reinvest in the ACP.

“High-speed internet isn’t a luxury anymore, it’s an absolute necessity,” Biden said. “Congress needs to reauthorize that program now.”

[posttexasstressdisorder]

GOOD NEWS!

There’s a new plan to revive the Affordable Connectivity Program, a pandemic-era initiative that provides low-income households in the US with discounts on high-speed internet access.

At the end of April, funding for the program was set to run out, affecting millions. But a bipartisan group of senators, led by Ben Ray Luján of New Mexico, have proposed using a Federal Aviation Administration reauthorization measure as a vehicle for funding the ACP and other telecom programs for a combined $6 billion. Luján’s coalition includes senators J.D. Vance, Peter Welch, Jacky Rosen, Steve Daines, and Roger Wicker.

“Right now, there are over 23 million households participating in this program. That’s more than 55 million people. But it’s not only benefiting these individual families—it’s benefiting their local communities as well,” Luján tells WIRED. “It gives families access to better-paying jobs, to training and education to create economic mobility, to better deals on groceries and household goods. The time is now to save this program.”

The measure also includes a provision for the Federal Communication Commission’s “rip and replace program,” which refunds US telecom providers for removing equipment from Chinese manufacturers including Huawei and ZTE from their networks and replacing it with less-risky tech. Earlier this month, the FCC asked Congress for around $2 billion to help bolster the program, which has faced a shortfall. That initiative has been in place since 2020, which is when the FCC identified Huawei and ZTE as national security threats and then-president Donald Trump signed the “rip-and-replace” bill into law.

“It’s also critical that we adequately fund the ‘rip-and-replace’ program to ensure our country can move forward the effort to remove and replace untrusted technological equipment. This amendment also empowers the FCC to reauction spectrum licenses to free up airwaves and allow more opportunities for the public to access faster internet speeds and more responsive networks,” Luján said.

The Biden administration has made significant investments in broadband expansion over the past few years. In a speech last month, Biden called on Congress to reinvest in the ACP.

“High-speed internet isn’t a luxury anymore, it’s an absolute necessity,” Biden said. “Congress needs to reauthorize that program now.”

Update, May 7 at 7:19 pm: A previous version of this story misidentified the state Ben Ray Luján represents in the US Senate. It is New Mexico.

[reasonsforhope]

Holy shit it's real.

--

From the first linked source:

"The US government aims to restore sweeping regulations for high-speed internet providers such as AT&T, Comcast and Verizon, reviving “net neutrality” rules for the broadband industry — and an ongoing debate about the internet’s future.

The proposed rules from the Federal Communications Commission will designate internet service — both the wired kind found in homes and businesses as well as mobile data on cellphones — as “essential telecommunications” akin to traditional telephone services, said FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel. The rules would ban internet service providers (ISPs) from blocking or slowing down access to websites and online content.

In addition to the prohibitions on blocking and throttling internet traffic, the draft rules also seek to prevent ISPs from selectively speeding up service to favored websites or to those that agree to pay extra fees, Rosenworcel said, a move designed to prevent the emergence of “fast lanes” on the web that could give some websites a paid advantage over others.

With Tuesday’s proposal, the FCC aims to restore Obama-era regulations that the FCC under Republican leadership rolled back during the Trump administration...

The logic behind the rules

Beyond their immediate impact to internet providers, the draft rules directly help US telecom regulators address a range of consumer issues in the longer run by allowing the FCC to bring its most powerful legal tools to bear, Rosenworcel said. Some of the priorities the FCC could address after the implementation of net neutrality rules include spam robotexts, internet outages, digital privacy and high-speed internet access, said Rosenworcel in a speech at the National Press Club Tuesday to announce the proposal.

Rosenworcel said reclassifying internet service providers as essential telecommunications entities — by regulating them under Title II of the FCC’s congressional charter — would provide the FCC with clearer authority to adopt future rules governing everything from public safety to national security.

Rosenworcel argued, “without reclassification, the FCC has limited authority to incorporate updated cybersecurity standards into our network policies.”

She added that traditional telephone companies currently cannot sell customer data, but those restrictions do not apply to ISPs, which are regulated differently. “Does that really make sense? Do we want our broadband providers selling off where we go and what we do online?”

Regulating internet providers using the most powerful tools at the FCC’s disposal would let the agency crack down harder on spam robotexts, Rosenworcel said, as spammers are “constantly evolving their techniques.”

And the proposed rules could promote the Biden administration’s agenda to blanket the country in fast, affordable broadband, she argued, by granting internet providers the rights to put their equipment on telephone poles.

“As a nation we are committed, post-pandemic, to building broadband for all,” she said. “So keep in mind that when you construct these facilities, utility poles are really important.”

Timeline info

The FCC plans to vote Oct. 19 on whether to advance the draft rules by soliciting public feedback on them — a step that would precede the creation of any final rules."

The latest net neutrality rulemaking reflects one of the most visible efforts of Rosenworcel’s chairwomanship — and one of her first undertakings since the US Senate this month [September 2023] confirmed Anna Gomez as the agency’s fifth commissioner, breaking a years-long 2-2 partisan deadlock at the FCC that had prevented hot-button initiatives from moving forward.

The draft rules also show how a continued lack of federal legislation to establish a nationwide net neutrality standard has led to continued flip-flopping rules for ISPs with every change of political administration, along with a patchwork of state laws seeking to fill the gap.

If approved next month, the FCC draft would be opened for public comment until approximately mid-December, followed by an opportunity for public replies lasting into January. A final set of rules could be voted on in the months following.

-via CNN, September 26, 2023

--

Cannot overstate how big this would be. I'll be posting the link when the proposal opens up for public feedback, because we should flood this thing as hard as we can (we've got some giant internet companies to drown out, after all)

source 1

source 2

[coinjagat]

Vodafone Idea Share Price: Still Hanging In, But For How Long?

Vodafone Idea’s share price has been one of those slow-burn stories in Indian stock markets. Not the flashy kind. More like that underdog stock that refuses to disappear, no matter how many times people count it out.

Right now (as of 2024), the share price usually hovers between ₹12 and ₹15. It’s not super exciting on the surface — but it’s always in the conversation. And the reason is simple: people want to believe in a turnaround. Whether that belief is justified? That’s where things get messy.

Vodafone Idea Share Price Target 2025

Why Do People Still Track This Stock?

Despite everything — the losses, the debt, the subscriber drop — Vodafone Idea still has a loyal investor base. Part of that is because:

It’s affordable. At ₹13 or ₹14, it feels “cheap.” New investors often jump in thinking it doesn’t have much room to fall. But price alone doesn’t tell the full story.

It’s still in the game. The company hasn’t folded. It’s struggling, yes, but it’s also still running a massive telecom network and serving millions of people.

The government isn’t letting it go under. One of the biggest confidence factors is the support from the Indian government. They’ve stepped in more than once, including converting part of Vi’s debt into equity. That’s rare — and it keeps hopes alive.

The Fundamentals? Still Rough. Here’s where it gets real: Vodafone Idea is in a tough financial spot. The company’s debt is enormous — over ₹2 lakh crore. That’s not something you just “grow out of.” And while it’s slowly raising tariffs and trying to cut costs, it’s still not profitable.

Their subscriber count keeps shrinking too. As of late 2023, they were losing users to Jio and Airtel, especially in cities. In rural areas, they’re holding on a bit more — but competition is intense across the board.

Also, their 5G rollout has barely started. While Airtel and Jio are moving fast, Vi’s still lagging, mostly due to lack of funds. That doesn’t help investor confidence.

So Why Does the Price Still Move? You’d expect a company with this kind of background to be flatlined. But Vi’s share price moves — sometimes up 5%, sometimes down 6% — all off of news, rumors, and retail action. Some reasons:

Fundraising rumors. Every time there’s chatter about a possible funding deal or investor interest, the stock reacts.

Tariff hike announcements. Any signal that Vi might start making more per user can boost the price, even if slightly.

Retail buzz. Let’s be honest, there’s a lot of online hype in places like Twitter, Reddit, YouTube. That alone can cause short-term surges.

Is There Long-Term Potential? It depends entirely on survival and stability. If Vi manages to raise serious funds (and not just small injections), improve its ARPU (average revenue per user), and somehow stop the subscriber slide, it could start turning the ship around.

But it’s a big ask. Institutional investors are cautious. Most mutual funds and FIIs aren’t touching it. So, it’s largely in the hands of retail investors for now.

Final Thoughts Vodafone Idea’s share price is more than just a number — it’s a reflection of a company fighting to stay relevant in a brutally competitive market. It hasn’t collapsed, which is impressive in itself, but it also hasn’t shown strong signs of revival.

If you’re looking at it purely as a stock to buy: understand that this isn’t a “safe” or “growth” play. It’s a turnaround bet. You could see a jump if things go right — but you could also be stuck holding the bag if they don’t.

So yeah, track it. Watch the news. But make sure your expectations are based on data, not just hope.

Let me know if you want this adapted with more price chart references or past performance breakdowns — could make it a little more data-driven next time.

[financenuu]

These 10 Penny Stocks Could Make You Rich in 2025 – Don’t Miss Out!

Thinking about investing in the stock market but don’t have a lot of money? Penny stocks might be just what you’re looking for. These are low-price stocks, usually under ₹100, and some of them can grow really fast over time. Let’s talk about what penny stocks are, why people are interested in them, and which ones could be worth watching in 2025.

What Are Penny Stocks?

Penny stocks are shares of small companies that trade for a very low price — usually under ₹100. These stocks are cheap, so even if you don’t have a big budget, you can still buy them. But remember, they are also risky. The prices can go up fast, but they can also fall quickly.

Still, many people invest in penny stocks because they hope to find the next big winner — what people call a multibagger. This means a stock that gives you many times more than what you paid.

Why Are Penny Stocks So Popular in 2025?

The stock market is full of surprises. In 2025, many investors are looking for low-price stocks with high potential. With the economy changing and new industries growing, small companies are getting more chances to shine. Some of these penny stocks can turn into big success stories if they perform well.

And for new or small investors in India, penny stocks are a way to get started in the stock market without spending a lot of money.

What to Check Before You Buy a Penny Stock

Before you jump in, take a step back and do some basic checks:

Is the company making profits?

Does the stock have enough buyers and sellers (good volume)?

Which sector does the company belong to?

How is its past performance?

Always invest in small-cap stocks that have good future potential, not just because someone told you to buy it.

Top 10 Penny Stocks to Watch in India (2025)

Here are 10 penny stocks under ₹100 that many investors are watching closely in 2025. These might not be the best for everyone, but they are worth checking out:

Stock Name

Sector

Price Range (₹)

Why to Watch

Suzlon Energy

Renewable Energy

25–30

Focus on green energy, big growth ahead

Vodafone Idea

Telecom

10–15

5G plans in progress

South Indian Bank

Banking

18–22

Signs of financial improvement

Trident Ltd

Textiles

35–45

Exports rising, demand growing

Brightcom Group

Digital Marketing

30–40

In digital ads, a fast-growing space

JP Power Ventures

Power Generation

8–12

Business revival story

NHPC Ltd

Hydro Power

45–55

Stable business backed by government

IRFC

Railways Finance

70–90

Strong link with Indian Railways

Yes Bank

Banking

20–30

Slowly bouncing back after tough times

HFCL Ltd

Telecom Equipment

65–80

Big player in 5G infrastructure

Note: These stock prices keep changing. Always check the latest price before buying.

Risks of Penny Stocks

Let’s be honest — penny stocks are not always safe. Because they are cheap, they move up and down a lot. Some may even turn out to be fake or go bankrupt. So, never put all your money into penny stocks.

Here are a few tips:

Don’t invest just because of hype or tips from strangers.

Start small. Don’t put big money at once.

Always do your own research.

Choose a good platform or app for investing — one you trust.

Final Thoughts

If you are looking to invest in the stock market without spending a lot, penny stocks can be a starting point. But don’t treat them like lottery tickets. Be careful, do your homework, and only invest in companies that look solid.

Some of the best penny stocks to buy in India might turn into winners, but only if you choose wisely. Keep your eyes open, be patient, and don’t get greedy. Even small steps can lead to big success.

[f-acto]

What is the validity period of ISO 22301 Certification in USA?

What is ISO 22301?

ISO 22301 certification in USA  is a universal standard that characterizes trade coherence administration and is tingled by the Worldwide Organization for Standardization (ISO). It helps organizations recognize the plausibility of dangers, survey their effect, and make the system for reacting and recouping rapidly in startling circumstances.

Why is ISO 22301 Certification Imperative in USA?

The joined-together states are domestic to numerous businesses and are crucial frameworks that make commerce progression essential. Here’s the reason ISO 22301 Certification is fundamental in U.S. businesses:

Aids in maintaining vital operations in times ISO 22301 consultant in USA of emergency

Increases the resilience against intrusions (e.g. cyberattacks, pandemics and control outages)

It boosts the certainty of partners and customers.

Make beyond any doubt that there is compliance ISO 22301 consultant in USA  with lawful and administrative requirements.

Reduces the misfortune of money caused by downtime

Necessary for the arranging of fiasco recovery and ISO 22301 consultant services in USA the administration of risk

Who Needs ISO 22301 Certification in the USA?

ISO 22301 applies to all sorts and sizes of companies. In the USA, it is especially relevant for:

IT and innovation firms

Insurance companies and budgetary institutions

Pharmaceutical and healthcare organizations

Government agencies

Utilities and vitality companies

Transport and telecoms are two segments that have a part to offer.

Universities and instructive institutions

Key Necessities of ISO 22301

ISO 22301 consultant services in USA establishes a solid Business Coherence Administration Framework (BCMS). Its key components include:

1. Background of the Organization: Learns to recognize the outside and inside dangers of the organization.

2.Leadership & Commitment: Beat administration involvement

3. Business Affect Investigation (BIA) : Distinguish critical assignments and resources

4. Evaluation of Hazard: Survey the dangers and vulnerabilities

5.Business Coherence Strategies : Get ready for recuperation and response

6.Incident Reaction Structure: assigns the parts and responsibilities.

7.Education and Training: Educate representatives on coherence protocols

8. Monitoring and evaluation: I regularly tried drills and reports.

9.Continuous Improvement: Revive the BCMS agreeing to the disclosures and incidents

Steps to Get ISO 22301 Certification in USA

Gap Analysis: Review the current capabilities of commerce continuity.

Documentation: Make methods, approaches and BIA reports

implementation: Grasp Controls and Conduct Mindfulness Programs

IntInternal Audit:ISO 22301 auditor in USA for compliance. Sometime recently, a certification audit

Management Review :Audit BCMS performance

External Audit: Audit conducted through an affirmed certification organization

Certificate Issued: It is substantial for three years and yearly reviews of reconnaissance.

Why Factocert for ISO 22301 Certification in USA?

We provide the best ISO 22301 Consultants in USA who are knowledgeable and provide the best solutions. Kindly contact us at contact@factocert.com. ISO 22301  Certification consultants in USA and ISO 22301  auditors in USA work according to ISO standards and help organizations implement ISO 22301 Certification with proper documentation.

For more information, visit ISO 22301 certification in USA

[himhks91]

BSNL is Ahead of the Curve: Jyotiraditya Scindia

I have a BSNL connection I was happy that Government has taken initiative to revive it.But it has connectivity. Issues.Still it is a good move.

[rajeevsuri25]

From Nokia to Inmarsat: Rajeev Suri’s Journey to the Top

In the fast-paced world of telecommunications, few leaders have left as profound a mark as Rajeev Suri. From his transformative leadership at Nokia to his current role as CEO of Inmarsat, his journey is a testament to vision, resilience, and strategic brilliance. Over the years, Rajeev Suri has not only navigated industry shifts but has also shaped the future of global connectivity. His story is one of persistence, innovation, and a relentless drive to push the boundaries of technology.

Humble Beginnings and the Rise Through Nokia

Born in New Delhi, India, and raised in Kuwait, Rajeev Suri showed early signs of technical brilliance. After earning a degree in electronics and communications from the Manipal Institute of Technology, he entered the corporate world with a keen interest in telecommunications.

His career took a decisive turn when he joined Nokia in 1995. At that time, Nokia was a leading mobile phone manufacturer, but the telecom industry was on the brink of massive changes. Rajeev Suri quickly proved himself as a strategic thinker, moving up the ranks through his ability to identify market trends and drive business growth.

His defining moment came in 2009, when he was appointed CEO of Nokia Solutions and Networks (NSN). The division was struggling with declining revenue and stiff competition, but Rajeev Suri Kenya took bold steps to streamline operations, cut costs, and refocus on high-margin business areas. His leadership revived NSN, making it a profitable entity within just a few years.

Taking Nokia to New Heights

In 2014, Rajeev Suri took the reins as CEO of Nokia Corporation, marking the beginning of a new era for the company. His appointment came at a time when Nokia was undergoing a significant transformation, having exited the mobile phone business. Many doubted Nokia’s ability to remain relevant in the fast-changing tech landscape, but Rajeev Suri had a clear vision for the company’s future.

One of his most significant moves was the $16.6 billion acquisition of Alcatel-Lucent in 2015. This bold decision expanded Nokia’s global presence, strengthening its position in network infrastructure and 5G technology. The deal gave Nokia access to Bell Labs, one of the world’s most prestigious research institutions, further cementing its role as a leader in innovation.

Under Rajeev Suri’s leadership, Nokia became a dominant force in 5G development, digital transformation, and cloud networking. He positioned the company as a key player in the global race for high-speed connectivity, securing contracts with telecom giants worldwide.

Despite industry challenges, including fierce competition from Huawei and Ericsson, Rajeev Suri ensured that Nokia remained at the forefront of technological advancements. His leadership style, which blended aggressive expansion with strategic partnerships, helped Nokia secure a strong market position in the evolving telecom landscape.

A New Challenge: Leading Inmarsat

After an incredible 25-year journey with Nokia, Rajeev Suri stepped down as CEO in 2020. But for a leader of his caliber, retirement was never an option. In February 2021, he took on a new challenge as the CEO of Inmarsat, a global leader in satellite communications.

His appointment came at a critical time when satellite technology was becoming increasingly important for global connectivity. With companies like SpaceX’s Starlink and Amazon’s Project Kuiper entering the satellite broadband market, the competition was heating up. However, Rajeev Suri brought with him the same strategic mindset that had made him successful at Nokia.

At Inmarsat, his mission has been clear—expand the company’s global footprint, invest in next-generation satellite technology, and drive innovation in space-based communications. Under his leadership, Inmarsat has been pushing boundaries in aviation, maritime, and government communications, ensuring seamless connectivity even in the most remote parts of the world.

Rajeev Suri’s Vision for the Future

What sets Rajeev Suri apart is his ability to anticipate industry trends and take bold risks. Whether at Nokia or Inmarsat, he has consistently demonstrated a forward-thinking approach to technology, innovation, and business strategy.

With the increasing demand for high-speed, low-latency global connectivity, satellite communications are set to play a crucial role in the future of the internet. Rajeev Suri is leading Inmarsat’s charge in this space, ensuring that the company remains competitive in a rapidly evolving industry.

His leadership has already resulted in strategic partnerships, investments in new satellite technology, and a renewed focus on digital transformation. As the world becomes more connected than ever, Rajeev Suri’s influence in shaping the future of telecommunications is undeniable.

Final Thoughts

The journey of Rajeev Suri from Nokia to Inmarsat is a remarkable story of vision, leadership, and strategic transformation. From steering Nokia through a major corporate shift to leading Inmarsat into the future of satellite communications, he has consistently proven himself as one of the most influential figures in the telecom industry.

His legacy is not just about business growth—it’s about reshaping global connectivity, driving innovation, and setting new benchmarks in technology. As he continues to lead Inmarsat into the future, one thing is certain—Rajeev Suri’s impact on the telecommunications world is far from over.

[theaenetworks]

Nigeria’s wobbling economy has spread across all aspect of life, as telecommunication companies in Nigeria hike in data price causes public ire. The hike in mobile data network has double down beyond what they used to charge. Nigeria’s largest network provider, MTN, has increased mobile call to N13 per minute and SMS to N6 as opposed to N4 they used to charge, outrageous data plan of 15GB weekly of N2000 to N6000. Airtel, another network provider in Nigeria has joined the suit as the public outcry sounds louder. In a time many Nigerian struggle to meet up with daily necessities of life, the effects of some government’s policies towards economic recovery in the country is recording little or no results and poor masses have began to ask questions.

Nigeria Communications Commission (NCC) had prior to hike issued a notice of 50% increase but Nigeria’s network providers didn’t adhere to the effect and telecoms have justified the needed increase to meet up with the rising cost. Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has issued a warning for the planned strike scheduled to hold March 1, 2025 against the outrageous hike in data prices, and possible shutdown of the telecoms to express their ire against the hike. In a communique issued by NLC, which accused telecom operators of breach of public trust by implementing the hike in price without conclusion of 10-man review panel deliberations, breach of public trust is no longer a news in Nigeria, as Nigerians future in many occasions have been always decided without their consent.

Online businesses which formed the backbone of many young Nigerians to cushion the effect of hardship and increase their economic growth has hit the rock bottom, the cost having enough data that requires constant posting, and keeping up with customers demands will be massively be affected. Students that rely on online resources to make research and improve their knowledge will be affected, it is a big hit on human development in general, and Nigerians have been economically stretched beyond elasticity, in this kind of economic set up, it can only get worse and poor masses will be at the receiving end of this heavy grim.

MTN, the largest network operators have justified the increase citing devaluation of naira and inflation which has hit the country, and have alleged it is only way the it can be saved from the economic plagues. With over 77million local users in Nigeria, they face backlash and possible shutdown from NLC, although security agencies have warned NLC to shelve the idea of the shutdown network provider equipment, as it would amount to threat to national security considering its strategic role. Nigerians are crossroads over economic revival, the wait had continued to linger without desired future insight, Nigerians, especially the poor masses have exhausted all the hope they have for positive change in the economy.

https://anthonyemmanuel.com/outrageous-hike-in-data-price-causes-ire-in-nigeria/

#dataprices #hike #TarrifHike #telecom #MTN #Airtel #nigeria #businessowner

[mariacallous]

In February 2022, Ukraine’s tech sector was booming. Between 2016 and 2021, the country’s IT exports tripled to nearly $7 billion a year, according to the IT Association of Ukraine. Its universities have long been a formidable production line for STEM talent, and thousands of these young graduates helped Ukraine first become Europe’s back office, stocked with developers and designers working for international clients, and then an innovation center in its own right, with a flow of cutting-edge startups: From deep-tech and robotics to translation and AI.

The war should have ended that. Russia’s full-scale invasion has killed or injured tens of thousands of civilians and soldiers, many of them pulled from ordinary lives onto the front lines. Millions have been displaced from their homes and are now scattered across Europe and beyond. Russia has targeted infrastructure, knocking out power and telecoms and threatening to cut Ukrainian businesses off from their customers and backers overseas.

And yet, the tech sector has not just survived but thrived: By the end of 2022, Ukraine’s IT exports had grown nearly 7 per cent, even as the economy shrunk by almost a third. These are the stories of how four startups have survived, but they’re just a sample of the thousands of acts of extraordinary resilience, defiance, courage, and cooperation in Ukraine’s tech sector.

“Music is a very powerful instrument.”

As a PhD student in quantum physics in the dying days of the Soviet Union, Andriy Dakhovskyy would hide bootlegged vinyl of western rock music in his room. “I was lucky not to be caught by the KGB,” he says. “When the Soviet Union fell and you could easily go to a record store and buy Led Zeppelin, something important was missing for me. The feeling of exclusivity, of being underground.”

Dakhovskyy spun his forbidden love of rock into a career, ending up establishing Universal Music’s first office in Kyiv, and becoming a central figure in the development of Ukraine’s music industry in its anarchic post-Soviet revival. He got Elton John onto Ukrainian TV and produced Kyiv’s first rock opera. As we drive through central Kyiv, he points out the nightclub he ended up running, kind of by accident, after being convinced to invest in it by a friend in need of a loan. It’s now closed, battered first by Covid, then by the war.

In 2020, Dakhovskyy launched Djooky with business partners in Ukraine and the US, based on a belief that less well known recording artists—particularly those from outside America—get a raw deal on platforms like Spotify, where only a small number of high-profile musicians make good money. “The music industry is heavily, heavily monopolized and centralized,” he says. “I know the system … and I couldn’t change the system from within.”

Djooky is a marketplace where fans can essentially buy shares in artists, helping them to build a profile, with the potential to profit from their success. When the Eurovision Song Contest was canceled due to the pandemic in 2020, the company launched its own Djooky Music Awards, letting fans vote for their favorite song in a huge multinational competition that attracted artists and listeners from all over the world. The platform has 200,000 registered users, submissions from artists from more than 140 countries, and has held 15 successful auctions.

Dakhovskyy knows Djooky is a strange kind of startup, a hybrid of a record company and a fintech—one which VCs need to grasp on an emotional level, as well as a financial one. He is a low-key but compelling speaker with an infectious enthusiasm for music, but for most of the past two years, he’s been stuck in Kyiv, first pinned down by the pandemic and then by the full-scale invasion. Over the winter, he says, he barely left his apartment, other than to trudge down the stairs to the bomb shelter. Djooky had to put its prize-giving on hold.

Then, in the spring,“I thought, fuck the war,” he says. In March, Dakhovskyy made the 14-hour overland journey to Warsaw to pitch Djooky to a crowd of international investors at an event organized by the tech giant Google. When we meet in Kyiv two months later, he’s just returned from the US, where a delegation of Ukrainian startups pitched to US business and political leaders. “I had only a four-minute speech,” he says. “So it was a choice between either being open and emotional, to speak about the subject, which is my love, which is the job of my dream. Or just, like, machine-gun through the numbers. I chose to be emotional.”

He’s still waiting for a VC to come through with funding, but he’s restarting the Djooky Music Awards this August. His pitch now kicks off with a ballad by a Ukrainian artist, Kler, recorded in the spring of 2022, as Kyiv was still under siege and Russian tanks were just 20 kilometers from her studio. “I give her as an example because she simply cannot imagine she can do anything else but make songs and perform them for people. No matter if there are air raids and shelling, she's in the studio,” he says. “Music is a very powerful instrument.”

“We call it war-life balance.”

On the first night of the war, Roman Sevast and Stacy Pavlyshyna drove west out of Kyiv. Russian forces had swept across eastern Ukraine and were converging on the capital. American banks had halted withdrawals for Ukrainian clients, wary of impending sanctions on Russia. But the startup founders still had to make payroll.

So, as a Russian attack helicopter buzzed low over their car on the edge of the city, Sevast was on the phone to their bank manager in the US. In the darkness, the bank’s security systems couldn’t recognize Sevast’s face, so the pair pulled over to the side of the road. He peered into the screen, lit by the dashboard light, just long enough to pass the verification checks. Then they sped onwards.

A few months prior, Sevast and Pavlyshyna had opened a new office in Kyiv, with a full-sized yellow helicopter dominating the lobby. The startup they founded together, Awesomic, had recently graduated from the Silicon Valley incubator Y Combinator and raised a $2 million round. For a monthly fee, Awesomic matches businesses all over the world with designers and developers—most of them Ukrainian—like a kind of bespoke Fiverr on subscription that’s built, like much of the country’s tech sector, on abundant, affordable talent.

Sevast, Awesomic’s CEO, and Pavlyshyna, its COO, are both small-boned, slender, dressed in black. When we meet in Warsaw, on the fringes of a Google for Startups event, they talk over one another in a rush of overlapping sentences, finishing each other’s stories, correcting details. “It was a great life,” Pavlyshyna says. “We just had this life for a few months,” Sevast interjects. “And then the war started.” He has a picture on his laptop of the two of them, on the fourth day of the war, in a bomb shelter, eating a cake for his 26th birthday. “Celebrating,” he says.

The first few weeks were a rush of logistics: getting employees, who were scattered across Ukraine, out of cities under siege. The company hired a “kamikaze driver”—a local who knew secret back roads, to extract a designer from a town close to the Russian border. The designer had been hiding in a basement for two weeks, but had kept on working. Burying herself in work was, she told Sevast, an escape from the horror: “The only place where I can have a stable mindset.” This, Sevast says, is the approach that he and many others in the country have settled on to get through the dark days. “We call it war-life balance.”

The outsourcing industry can feel very transactional—freelancers and contractors are just email addresses in some far-off, low-cost country. (Upwork annoyed many Ukrainian freelancers by sending a note to clients in late January 2022 warning of disruption to its service in the case of an invasion). But Awesomic’s founders say their clients have stuck with them, even as Russia attacked civilian infrastructure, knocking out power and internet access, threatening to take the country offline for long periods. Awesomic bought generators and Starlink terminals, and the work went on. “We’ve done the craziest things as managers,” Pavlyshyna says.

The company kept on growing through 2022, reaching “multimillion-dollar” revenues, according to Sevast. After they moved their Ukraine operations to safe zones and got their people set up and working, the founders moved on to their next milestone, opening a new head office in Silicon Valley, where Pavlyshyna and Sevast are now based. “We believe that we can go through anything. The startup journey, it’s not scary when we’re already going through this,” says Pavlyshyna. “Resilience isn’t really a choice.”

“I see missiles, but I will deliver it in a couple of hours.”

Howly’s offices are in an airy, brick-walled warehouse in central Kyiv, with a gym space and glass-walled meeting rooms on the mezzanine floor. They’ve had to abandon it twice. The company, which is less than two years old, offers an online concierge service for customers all over the world. At the basic level, it’s like tech support for your day-to-day life. Experts, most of them in Ukraine, will help you figure out how to set up your smart TV, or get into an email account after you’ve lost the password. Some customers use the platform like a personal assistant, seeking restaurant recommendations and travel advice. The longest troubleshooting session lasted eight hours.

In the days following the full-scale invasion, most of Howly’s staff joined the enormous queue of people flowing to the relative safety of the west of Ukraine, spending upwards of 24 hours in the traffic jams reaching out of Kyiv. A couple of employees had near misses: One person’s house was destroyed around him, another was hit by debris from a missile. But once everyone was out, they got back to work. “The week after the war started, we had to put everything back in place,” says Slava Matskov, Howly’s CEO. “People were ready to work 24/7. They were calling us saying, ‘OK, I see the planes flying next to me, I see missiles, but I will deliver it in a couple of hours. So, no worries.’ That was amazing.”

By the autumn, they were all back in Kyiv. Matskov prefers his team—which has grown from 30 at the start of the full-scale invasion to 41—to be in the office. But then Russia started hitting power stations and telecoms infrastructure. Some days, the electricity was only on for a few hours at a time. As temperatures fell, Howly once again moved the whole team west, to where it had generators and Starlinks set up to keep the lights on and the internet running. Employees brought with them family members and even pets. “I think the electricity was cut, like, 10 times a day. And after the electricity drops, you hear somebody running to the generator,” Matskov says. In mid-January, the team voted to return to Kyiv.

The war has pushed Howly to speed up its plans to diversify. It’s branching into legal advice, signing up lawyers who can spend a few hours online to answer queries from users. And it’s moving into Spanish language services. Growing in the current environment isn’t easy—venture capitalists are leery about investing in a leadership team that’s entirely based in a war zone. But there is still some money available, and the war has driven a new kind of solidarity and mutual support within the tech sector—whether that’s unicorns reinvesting into the ecosystem, or companies sharing generators and survival tips. “All the biggest tech companies in Ukraine, starting February 24, they just work together,” Matskov says. “The cooperation was amazing.”

"In 10 to 20 years, Ukraine will be the new Silicon Valley.”

January 1 is a huge day for the health and well-being industry. It’s when millions of people, fired up by their New Year’s resolutions, sign up for gym memberships and fitness apps, and order sportswear and wearable tech. To prepare for the start of 2023, Victoria Repa ordered $300,000 worth of generators and water-treatment equipment for the BetterMe office in Kyiv. Russia was in the middle of a ferocious campaign of air raids that targeted civilian infrastructure, including power stations and water-treatment plants, and Repa needed to make sure her team could get online, stay warm, and have access to showers and clean water. “It’s strange,” Repa says, laughing at the absurdity of it. “But we compete with companies that aren’t in this situation, so we don’t have time to complain.”

Before the war, Repa was planning BetterMe’s path to IPO. She launched the company as a health and well-being app in 2016, offering consumers, mainly in the US, access to home workouts and coaching. The app has been downloaded 150 million times. The most popular workout at the moment is “Wall Pilates,” which is, as it sounds, a series of contortions that you can do at home, up against a wall. The vision, Repa says, is “creating happiness within,” and building health care products that feel like entertainment. “In reality, we compete with Netflix, we compete with Instagram, TikTok for people’s attention.”

BetterMe, which has more than 200 employees in Kyiv, always had a “plan B” to relocate people to the west of Ukraine if the Russians invaded, which they triggered in February last year. “It’s not something I’d ever learned at business school,” Repa says. “But the war changed everything.” After the capital was liberated, many of the staff returned. They’ve continued to launch new products, including sportswear and fitness bands.

The company grew its headcount and revenue by 20 percent in 2022, and Repa—like others in the tech industry—says that success is now about more than just making money. “It's highly important, not only as a business mission, but also how we can help our country.” The unemployment rate in Ukraine hit 20 percent last year, and keeping the economy going is vital for the war effort. BetterMe has made its mental health products available free to all Ukrainians, and created a stress management course with the World Health Organization.

Repa has had to balance being with her team with being able to access investors and partners overseas. From Kyiv, it is a long slog on a train to the Polish border, so she’s temporarily relocated to Warsaw. But she says it’s important that, even though BetterMe’s customers are in the US, Western Europe, and Asia, the company remains Ukrainian. “I hope that in the future after the war … that young people stay in Ukraine, build businesses in Ukraine, grow in Ukraine,” she says. “It’s my patriotic mission that, in 10 to 20 years, Ukraine will be the new Silicon Valley.”

[rohitpalan]

Point-to-Point Microwave Antenna Market Projected to Reach $9.6 Billion by 2033 with 8.7% CAGR Growth

As per the market estimates, the global point-to-point microwave antenna market value would reach US$ 4.2 billion in sales in 2023. According to the most cautious projections, this valuation is anticipated to reach US$ 9.6 billion representing an annual growth rate of 8.7% following 2023.

The global demand for point-to-point microwave antennas grew at an 8.3% average annual growth rate during the years 2017 to 2022. Based on the market survey figures, the net worth of total point-to-point microwave antenna products sold in the year 2022 reached US$ 3.8 billion. Our most recent analysis predicts a major shift in the point-to-point microwave antenna market during the forecast years compared to the 2017 to 2022 survey period.

Communication across every network is increasing as a result of the higher penetration of smart devices over time has increased the demand for point-to-point microwave antennas. Also in many other areas of applications, such as satellite or defense communication, which transmit and receive data point-to-point, a microwave antenna is crucial. In addition to this, proper structuring of the distribution channel, and contracts with the governments of different countries have also boosted sales recently.

Key Takeaways from the Point-to-point Microwave Antenna Market Study Report

Rapid technological advancements in microwave antenna devices are poised to keep the market in the United States profitable during the forecast years. Over these ten years, the regional market is projected to progress at 8.4% and reach a net worth of US$ 1.9 billion by 2033.

The sales of point-to-point microwave antennas by German manufacturers are anticipated to expand at a CAGR of about 3.5% within the European Union. The net value of microwave antenna products to be originated by Germany is poised to reach US$ 575.2 million by the end of the year 2033.

In the Asia Pacific region, China is the leading market in the production of point-to-point microwave antenna equipment and is growing at an 8.9% growth rate. Further, the regional players are expected to continue this higher growth rate until 2033 for a net valuation of US$ 1 billion.

Meanwhile, the sales of the point-to-point microwave antenna market in India are growing at an even higher rate of 9.3% these days. By holding on to this lucrative year-on-year growth, the regional players might take the overall market up to US$ 798.1 million by 2033.

Japan is another notable geographic market in the Asia Pacific region having a strong market of point-to-point microwave antenna systems. After, the introduction of 5G, domestic demand has revived which could develop the regional market at a 2.2% annual growth rate.

Among the different types of microwave antennae, the parabolic antenna segment is projected to register a CAGR of 9.1% through 2033. Meanwhile, the affordability of the flat top antenna segment is expected to keep its market share intact during the projected years.

Based on polarization, the dual polarization antenna segment captures the dominant share of the revenue generated by the market globally. Until the year 2033, this market segment is poised to progress at an annual rate of 8.7% as per the FMI report.

Competitive Landscape for the Point-to-point Microwave Antenna Market Players

CommScope Holding Company, Inc., Infinite Electronics International, Inc. (radioWaves), Radio Frequency Systems, mWAVE Industries, LLC, Rosenberger, TESSCO Incorporated, Wireless Excellence Limited, LEAX Arkivator Telecom AB, Astrec Baltic Ltd., and Kavveri Telecoms among others are some of the major players in the global point-to-point microwave antenna market.

Point-to-Point Microwave Antenna Market: Key Segments

By Frequency Range:

3.6 GHz to 9.9 GHz

10.0 GHz to 29.9 GHz

30.0 GHz to 86.0 GHz

By Diameter:

0.2 m to 0.9 m

1.0 m to 3.0 m

3.0 m to 4.6 m

By Antenna Type:

Parabolic Antenna

Flat Panel Antenna

Others

By Polarization:

Single Polarized Antenna

Dual Polarized Antenna

Region:

North America

Latin America

Western Europe

Eastern Europe

APEJ

Japan

Middle East & Africa

[the-firebird69]

It's actually a work truck with a crane on it and a bucket and they have thick line with them is for running main lines for it looks like power and maybe Telecom and it's kind of a subcontractor works for Comcast it's not the house call who's doing it on purpose and they're a bunch of schmucks

Thor Freya

Olympus

Truth is it is San Diego and his son and his son is the one who wants him to bring the fish in and it's less than bones it says that in the story that it's the head and that's what they get with Dave and Carol and they're not necessarily going to pull them in but that's it again in back then they couldn't revive the head they end up dead in Alexander and that's Dave and Carol

And they said there's others with them but it's not true

Thor Freya

I sort of get something they're saying our skeletons there already and s*** like that it's just not true and what he says is they were dissolved by the fecal matter and for a lot of stuff including a trial if the city it does something they're going to exterminate them all that's what they keep saying

Dee

Kamala

We hate them too and they're dumb

The Rock

Olympus

[investorocean0007]

From Bankruptcy To Billions - The Ultimate Comeback of Nokia | Is Nokia Will Conquer The Smartphones

Nokia, a Finnish multinational company, is a name synonymous with the evolution of telecommunications. Established in 1865, it transitioned from a paper mill company to a global technology powerhouse. Known for its iconic mobile phones in the late 1990s and early 2000s, Nokia's journey has been marked by both unparalleled success and significant challenges. This essay explores Nokia's rise, fall, and eventual reinvention.

The Rise of Nokia Nokia’s transformation into a telecommunications giant began in the 1960s when it entered the electronics sector. By the 1990s, Nokia shifted its focus to mobile communications, becoming a leader in the nascent mobile phone industry.

Pioneering Technology:

Nokia played a critical role in developing GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications), which became the global standard for mobile communication.

Iconic models like the Nokia 3310 and 1100 gained widespread popularity for their durability, affordability, and user-friendly design.

Market Dominance:

At its peak in 2008, Nokia controlled over 40% of the global mobile phone market.

Its leadership in emerging markets like India and Africa made mobile communication accessible to millions.

Brand Loyalty:

The “Connecting People” tagline and unmatched reliability built a strong emotional connection with consumers worldwide.

The Decline Despite its dominance, Nokia faced a rapid decline in the smartphone era, losing its market leadership by 2013. The decline can be attributed to several factors:

Failure to Adapt:

Nokia underestimated the potential of smartphones and the growing importance of software ecosystems.

Its reluctance to adopt Android, opting instead for the Windows Phone OS, alienated consumers and developers.

Technological Stagnation:

The company lagged behind competitors like Apple and Samsung in innovation, particularly in touchscreen and app-centric smartphones.

Organizational Challenges:

Internal bureaucracy and slow decision-making hindered its ability to respond quickly to market changes.

Market Competition:

The introduction of the iPhone in 2007 and the rise of Android-based smartphones drastically changed consumer preferences.

The Microsoft Partnership In 2011, Nokia partnered with Microsoft to revive its fortunes. However, the strategy proved unsuccessful as Windows Phone struggled to compete with Android and iOS. In 2014, Nokia sold its mobile division to Microsoft, marking the end of an era.

Reinvention and Revival Nokia’s story did not end with the decline of its mobile phone business. The company reinvented itself by focusing on telecommunications infrastructure, licensing, and emerging technologies.

Telecom Infrastructure:

Nokia shifted its focus to providing network solutions and became a key player in 4G and 5G technology.

The acquisition of Alcatel-Lucent in 2016 strengthened its position in the telecom equipment market.

Licensing and Branding:

Nokia licensed its brand to HMD Global, which reintroduced Nokia-branded smartphones in 2016. These devices, powered by Android, rekindled nostalgia while catering to modern needs.

Sustainability and Innovation:

The company embraced sustainability initiatives, focusing on energy-efficient networks and reducing carbon emissions.

Investments in AI, IoT, and cloud solutions positioned Nokia as a leader in digital transformation.

Lessons from Nokia’s Journey Nokia’s journey offers critical lessons for businesses:

Adaptability: Innovation and a willingness to adapt to market changes are crucial for sustained success.

Customer-Centricity: Understanding and responding to evolving consumer needs is essential.

Leadership and Vision: Clear strategic direction and decisive leadership are vital for navigating industry disruptions.

Conclusion Nokia’s rise, fall, and reinvention make it a compelling case study in the ever-evolving technology landscape. While its mobile phone era defined a generation, its focus on telecom infrastructure and emerging technologies underscores its resilience. Nokia's story is a testament to the importance of adaptability and innovation in the face of change, offering valuable insights for businesses and entrepreneurs worldwide.

4o