Verizon CEO: We've Never Provided 'Dumb Pipes' Oct 23, 2009
Seidenberg's appearance come at a critical time for the telecom industry, with the FCC on the verge of announcing proposed this week. According to Seidenberg, if Verizon is unable to earn a return on its network investments due to network neutrality meddling, then progress could be halted. (SmallBusinessComputing)
Solar Energy After Spain Oct 20, 2009
The difference however may be in Moore's Law and its application to the semi-conductor/ IT/ Telecom industry ... Hence the current state of the telecom industry and probably why I am now boning up on Solar. (Energy Pulse, CO)
China's cell phone use surges to high Oct 20, 2009
In the period, China's telecom industry posted revenue of 625. 69 billion yuan (US$91. (Xinhuanet, China)
The Short-Term Mentality Culture in Ghana Oct 19, 2009
The irony is that since no government official has been tried and gone to jail for the acts of negligence of duty involved in the demise of the state owned enterprises, nor neglect of duties on building roads, nor in the poor delivery of water services, nor in the fraud perpetrated on Ghana in the telecom industry, it has created a culture where the artisans and craftsmen in Ghana, as well as the unemployed youth also think short term. They know they can get away with short cuts, and even... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Nigeria: Telecom Investment in Nigeria Hits $18bn Oct 11, 2009
Abuja Within the last eight years, telecom investments in Nigeria have exceeded, the $18 billion mark "on account of a predictive regulatory environment and supportive government for a deregulated telecom industry.". A statement made available to THISDAY by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) said the chief executive of the Commission, Engr. (allAfrica.com)
All-Star Panel Oct 10, 2009
We're retaining the telecom immunity, the fact that the telecom industry is not going to be subject to prosecution for helping the Bush administration. We are retaining the lone wolf provision, which means you don't have to show that a guy is a member of a group, a terror group, in order to wiretap him. (Fox News)
Nigeria: Telecom Investment in Country Hits U.S.$18 Billion Oct 10, 2009
79 trillion) within the last eight years on account of predictive regulatory environment and supportive government for a deregulated telecom industry. Chief Executive of the Nigerian Communications Commission, Engr. (allAfrica.com)
Rural India set to ring in 3G Oct 9, 2009
"It helps if florists in cities like New Delhi or Mumbai place major orders if they can actually see the color and size of the flowers in real time.'' He knows this is possible with the use of 3G facilities. Jalihal said TRAI policies are structured in such a way as to ensure that private mobile operators are compelled to take their services to millions of rural consumers because that is the only way they can recover the high costs of buying 3G spectrum at government auctions, which are due to... (Asia Times Online)
Acision Works With Partners Across the Global Communications Industry to Create and Market New Applications and Services Oct 7, 2009
The recent development and deployment of new services created through the network - particularly in the areas of mobile broadband, mobile marketing and charging - is proof that this model delivers successful innovation in a competitive, fast changing telecom industry. " The Acision Innovation Network creates a unique open environment in which innovative solutions can be brought to market with reduced timeframes and with managed risks for both operators and partners. The network features three... (Canada Newswire)
TRAI's new diktat: Pay per second of usage Oct 6, 2009
A study conducted by HSBC Securities and Capital Markets in August had put potential losses on account of the per-second-billing model at 10-15% of the telecom industry revenues, which stood at around $21. 5 billion in 2008. (India Times)
Huawei Unveils Grand Ambition in Naming Bross CTO Oct 1, 2009
Now Huawei wants Bross to help it master the telecom industry ... Huawei Technologies has brought in telecom industry veteran Matt Bross as its chief technology officer, a position that until now he'd held at British Telecom. (BusinessWeek)
Google says Apple rejected its iPhone voice app Sep 19, 2009
FCCs response in case could have implications for U.S. telecom industry. MSN Tech and Gadgets. (MSNBC -- Technology)
ADC stock down more than 5% after Q3 loss Sep 3, 2009
shares were down more than 5 percent in Wednesday afternoon trading, a day after the Eden Prairie-based maker of telecom industry equipment announced it swung to a third-quarter loss. ADC (Nasdaq: ADCT) reported a loss of $800,000, or 1 cent per share, for the quarter ended July 31, versus a profit of $15. (Twin Cities Business Journal, MN)
If U.S. Housing Still Seems Risky, Is China A Worthy Alternative? Sep 2, 2009
com - If U.S. Housing Still Seems Risky, Is China A Worthy Alternative. eIBD Investor's Business Daily Digital Edition. (Investors Business Daily)
Maximising Growth Opportunities in Vietnam's Telecom Industry Aug 28, 2009
Text hiding to spacing. (PRNewsFoto/Frost and Sullivan) SAN ANTONIO, TX UNITED STATES. (PR Newswire)
12 Words You Can Never Say in the Office Aug 26, 2009
Customers bought local service from RBOCs and long-distance service from carriers such as AT&T. Telecom industry mergers over the last 15 years have formed integrated local- and long-distance carriers such as AT&T, Verizon and Qwest. This makes not only the term RBOC obsolete, but also the terms ILEC for Incumbent Local Exchange Carrier [i. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Emerging Company of the Year- Idea Cellular Aug 25, 2009
Batata was hardly a dignified name for a company that boasted of three corporate giants as promoters and prided itself on being a rising star in the telecom industry ... Far from being 00004000 a laggard with no clear vision and strategy, Idea Cellular the name was changed in 2002 is today a success story in the telecom industry ... Far from being a laggard with no clear vision and strategy, Idea Cellular the name was changed in 2002 is today a success story in the telecom... (India Times)
Oberthur Technologies is the First Smart Card Supplier to Obtain CUP (China Union Pay) Certification for its Shenzhen Manufacturing Center in China Aug 25, 2009
The Oberthur Technologies Shenzhen manufacturing site is already providing several hundred million SIM cards globally for the Telecom industry, and is now supplying magnetic stripe and EMV cards to banking customers in China and throughout the Asia-Pacific region. EMV is the global electronic transaction standard that outlines interaction between chip (smart) cards and merchant terminals to ensure worldwide inter-operability. (PR Newswire)
Harris Stratex Networks Presented Top WiMAX Solutions Provider Award at Tenth Annual Voice&Data V&D100 Awards Aug 24, 2009
Leading India-based telecom industry publication recognizes company's market leadership for second consecutive year. NEW DELHI, Aug. 23 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Harris Stratex Networks, Inc. (Nasdaq: ), a leading provider of wireless solutions that enable the evolution of next-generation fixed and mobile broadband networks, announced it was recognized by Voice&Data magazine as the top company in India's WiMAX equipment market at this year's tenth annual V&D100 Awards. (PR Newswire)
AT&T denies role in Apple rejection Aug 23, 2009
The issue may have far reaching implications for the US telecom industry because depending on how the FCC responds it could either pave the way for new entrants or hinder their ability to use large carriers phones to offer discount services. The FCC is taking a fresh look at the state of the fast changing wireless industry while focusing on competition, innovation and investment. (India Times)
Apple chokes on Google Aug 22, 2009
The issue could have far reaching implications for the US telecom industry. Depending on how the FCC responds, it could either pave the way for new entrants or hinder their ability to use large carriers' phones to offer discount services. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Singapore's SingTel 2Q profit rises 7.7 percent Aug 13, 2009
Research and Markets: Singapore's 3G Market Maintains Steady And Rapid Growth According To 208-2009 Report Southeast Asia Telecom Industry Report ... com/research/08452c/southeast_asia_tel ) has announced the addition of the " Southeast Asia Telecom Industry Report, 2008-2009 " report to their offering ... In addition, telecom industry of Indonesia, Thailand and Malaysia also develops swiftly and has become the focus of Southeast Asia telecom industry. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Read the story Aug 12, 2009
The telecom industry has suppressed the damage to DNA, and the formation of cancer cells from over exposure to cell towers, and cell phones. The same types of dangers are lurking in these pseudo electric vehicles, and without any policing, could go unchecked. (CBS News -- Evening News)
Florida company sells SkyShades to provide shelter Aug 8, 2009
Both worked for big corporations in the fast-changing telecom industry and were looking for new careers. But as 10-year residents and the parents of two young daughters, they did not want to uproot and relocate. (OregonLive, OR -- Business)
MTN spends over GH2 million on social responsibility Aug 7, 2009
Additionally the telecom industry contributed an estimated 10 per cent of GDP and MTN alone contributed about 60 per cent of that. For that same year the company's total revenue stood at GH793 million, having grown by 67. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Ramius wins three seats on Tollgrade board Aug 6, 2009
It argued that the current board makeup, which included marketing, legal and financial professionals, lacked telecom industry experience and needed more expertise to guide it ... In June, Tollgrade added two telecom industry veterans, Charles E. Hoffman and Edward H. Kennedy, to its board. (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)
Infosys BPO bags 5-year T-Mobile UK deal Aug 5, 2009
Our strong Fbilities combined with our understanding of the telecom industry helped us win this account, said Gopal Devanahalli, vice president and head (Communications, Media and Entertainment), Infosys BPO.. Tim Spence, head of Customer Finance, T-Mobile UK, said, We were keen to partner with a company that possessed a good understanding of our requirements and business needs. (India Times, India)
Nigeria: Nitel Privatisation - the Politics, the Crisis Aug 2, 2009
Globacom has not hidden its interest in acquiring NITEL but those opposed to this move think that it could create monopoly in the Nigeria telecom industry. The National Council on Privatisation (NCP) chaired by Vice President Goodluck Jonathan with up to five ministers as members will definitely have the final say. (allAfrica.com)
Tollgrade Sends Letter to Its Shareholders Jul 31, 2009
While the Ramius Group has provided you with numerous "talking points" and rhetoric from its tired and worn activist shareholder playbook about why it believes that "change" is needed on the Tollgrade Board, even after your Board added to its membership two distinguished telecom industry veterans, Charles E. Hoffman and Edward H. Kennedy, and restructured the Board's leadership, you have not heard from the Ramius Group, at any time during this proxy contest, any complaints or concerns... (PR Newswire)
All Three Leading Proxy Advisory Firms Now Recommend Against Ramius Nominee Scott Chandler Jul 28, 2009
Glass Lewis also took note of the Tollgrade Board's appointment of distinguished telecom industry veterans Charles E. Hoffman and Edward H. Kennedy to serve as its newest independent directors ... In its report, PROXY Governance also noted how Tollgrade is likely to benefit from the Tollgrade Board's appointment of distinguished telecom industry veterans Charles E. Hoffman and Edward H. Kennedy ... While the Tollgrade Board is a strong proponent of adding independent directors with telecom... (PR Newswire)
Uganda: No Deals on Broadband for Kampala Yet Jul 27, 2009
Nairobi The landing in Mombasa last week by the first undersea cable in the region, Seacom, has excited the local telecom industry. But no user agreement has so far been concluded between any Uganda operator and the cable owner, The EastAfrican has learnt. (allAfrica.com)
Modavox Completes Acquisition of Augme Mobile(tm) Jul 15, 2009
With extensive experience in the telecom industry, Mr. Iacovone has spent the last decade developing and providing business development leadership with AllNet, Frontier/Global Crossing and WorldCom. During his time at these leading telecommunications providers, Mr. Iacovone achieved outstanding success expanding revenue growth in both the mid-market and large enterprise markets. (Primezone Releases)
BIG TELECOMS RIPE FOR ANTITRUST WATCH Jul 7, 2009
While the investigation, being led by the Department of Justice, is in the preliminary stages, it appears to be focusing on several parts of the telecom industry, including exclusive deals with handset makers and whether telecom giants are thwarting some kinds of services from becoming available on a company's network. News of the investigation was first reported on The Wall Street Journal Web site. (New York Post -- Business)
Natural Gas Sits Out 2009 Rally As U.S. Reserves Hit New Highs Jun 24, 2009
Such is the happy fortune of China's AsiaInfo (ASIA), a supplier of telecom industry software and services. AsiaInfo is enjoying the fruits of two recent. (Investors Business Daily)
Tollgrade prepares for proxy fight with Ramius Group Jun 24, 2009
For example, the group said Tollgrade s current board members, with the exception of former Marconi North America CEO Ferrara, lack experience in the technology and telecom industry. It also asserts that operating performance issues have not been addressed and that the business has suffered despite excessive spending on research and development and poorly executed acquisitions. (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)
12m cell users added in May Jun 20, 2009
NEW DELHI: Subscriber addition by the Indian telecom industry has slowed down for the second month in a row, with 11 ... Subscriber addition by the Indian telecom industry has slowed down for the second month in a row, with 11. (India Times, India -- Intl Business)
Govt bans import of Chinese items Jun 18, 2009
On June 11, TOI had first reported that import of such phones was yet to be banned as neither the home ministry nor the telecom industry had written to the commerce ministry on the issue. The DGFT also banned till January 2010 the import of toys that do not meet international safety standards and norms. (India Times, India)
Brazil Stocks Climb Most in Three Weeks on Oil Rally; Bolsa, Ipsa Advance Jun 5, 2009
The telecom industry performs better during crises because they are more defensive stocks, said , an analyst at Brascan Corretora in Rio de Janeiro. Tim is also benefiting from the expectation that Brazils securities regulator will force controllers to make an offer for outstanding voting shares, Battelli said in a phone interview. (Bloomberg -- Latin America)
News Stories May 22, 2009
Telecom Industry Full Coverage on Yahoo. News. (Yahoo News -- Telecom Industry)
China's cell phone users top 670 mln May 19, 2009
Despite those numbers, the telecom industry saw net profits sink 18. 7 percent to 37. (Xinhuanet, China)
LETTER: Petition seeks to close gaping tax loophole May 17, 2009
The telecom industry has built new business and seen financial rewards utilizing the tax loophole originally created to help the industry establish itself. It has exhausted its purpose and it is time to close the loophole. (Winchester Star, MA, MA)
GamesPlaza.mobi Taps Into Worldwide Casual Games Potential May 7, 2009
The company has been founded in 2008 by MoMac (), a leading European mobile service provider to the Media and Telecom Industry. Buzz up. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Report: Drug sales down in US, slower elsewhere May 1, 2009
IP Multimedia System News Daily Telecom Industry Newsletter. Featured. (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
Gates: Cyber Attacks A Constant Threat Apr 28, 2009
The largest so-called cyber threat comes from our own NSA, who, with the complicity of your telecom industry, has been spying on us since 6 months prior to 911. That little tidbit emerged from court testimony provided by the then Qwest CEO, who refused to allow the NSA access to its customer data base. (CBS News -- Evening News)
IDEA: A very good Idea Apr 20, 2009
Future growth prospects in the booming Indian telecom industry and cheaper valuations compared to its peers make Idea a good stock to consider at the current level with a horizon of two years. Business. (India Times)
It's Time We Took a New Look at the Sun Apr 14, 2009
The telecom industry has used it to power relay systems and telephone exchanges in rural areas. Railways have used it for remote applications, signaling and for operating unmanned gates. (Energy Pulse, CO)
Cellphone subscriber growth tanks, Telus says Apr 11, 2009
Investors sold off on fears that the recession is finally hitting the growth engine of the telecom industry, wireless services. Until today, telecom stocks have widely been viewed as a safe haven for investors, thanks to the companies' strong cash flows and healthy dividends. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Evolving Landscape of Mobile Broadband in Asia Apr 8, 2009
The summit will host senior industry practitioners, chief officers of leading corporations and renowned thought leaders of the telecom industry. The summit will also offer C-level dialogues with Asian operators on growth opportunities in the region. (PR Newswire)
New organic material may speed Internet access Mar 16, 2009
The silicon-organic-hybrid device and its breakthrough properties were presented for the first time as a postdeadline contribution at a meeting of the optical telecom industry last spring and at several other scientific conferences, and Biaggio's group published an article titled "A High-optical Quality Supramolecular Assembly for Third-order Integrated Nonlinear Optics" in the October 2008 issue of Advanced Materials. A nonlinear optical answer to bandwidth demand. (EurekAlert!)
Ignorance is no excuse Mar 12, 2009
hyderabad-india with numerous direct clients in pharmaceuticals, financials and telecom industry. some of our direct clients include j&j, hp, american express. (Yahoo News -- Hutton Report)
Clearwire shakes up management team Mar 10, 2009
shook up its management team Monday, replacing CEO Ben Wolff with telecom industry veteran William Morrow. The news comes as the Kirkland wireless broadband company (NASDAQ: CLWR) ramps up expansion plans in the face of mounting losses. (Puget Sound Business Journal, WA)
PhysicalSecurityTechnologist.Com - A Physical Security Portal - for Security Professionals and Executives has Launched Feb 27, 2009
Managed Security Services Info Daily Telecom Industry Newsletter. Featured. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
AT&T invests $1 billion in global network Feb 24, 2009
The announcement comes at a time when many companies in the telecom industry are facing a slowdown in capital expenditures. In January, AT&T said it would cut capital expenditures 10 to 15 percent this year. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
Crown Castle International Promotes James D. Young to Chief Operating Officer Feb 20, 2009
Mr. Young was appointed President -- Tower Operations in October 2005 and has nearly 25 years of experience in the telecom industry. Before joining Crown Castle, Mr. Young served as the Region Vice President -- Engineering & Operations at Sprint Nextel Corp.. (Primezone Releases)
Mobile Broadband Growth Stunted By Lack Of Spectrum Feb 19, 2009
Rob Conway, GSMA chief exec, has described the mobile technology as the saviour for plummeting world economy, and highlighted the fact that even though some of the big industries are looking forward to government handouts, telecom industry, is showing some growth. The conventional way of dealing with recession is to invest in building infrastructure, including railways and roads, but Conway asserted that any upgrade in the infrastructure telecom industry could immensely help in striking a way... (ITProPortal)
AppStore inspires envy, admiration in rivals Feb 18, 2009
BARCELONA - Telecom industry leaders including Nokia, China Mobile and Microsoft raced to announce online software stores on Monday in a drive to find new sources of revenue and please consumers. The success of Apple's AppStore, which lets iPhone users download thousands of small software programs to personalize the way they play games, listen to music or find directions has inspired admiration and envy in many rivals. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Mobile Internet Will Grow Dramatically Despite Economic Downturn, Consumers Say Feb 16, 2009
BARCELONA, Spain, Feb. 15 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Mobile World Congress (MWC) -- The first major survey of European and U.S. mobile users conducted during the economic slump gives the telecom industry reasons to be optimistic. Consumers intend to dramatically increase use of mobile data services over the next two years -- with a significant ramp-up in the next 12 months. (PR Newswire)
Betty Crocker "What is Love" Feb 14, 2009
Insiders suggest that the telecom industry -- with its flat rates and other products -- has proven more resilient than other sectors. Even so, it is clear that the global financial crisis looms over the event. (AdWeek)
Ecstasy harms brain on first use, study finds Feb 13, 2009
experience in the following areas: * product management experience in the telecom industry * technical experience with mobile wireless networks (gsm, cdma. ma. (Yahoo News -- Substance Use)
Mexico's Calderon Slams Billionaire Carlos Slim Feb 12, 2009
Slim is often accused of stifling competition in Mexico and retarding the country's growth through his dominance of the telecom industry. Hurt by the economic slowdown and a violent drug war, support for Calderon's National Action Party, or PAN, is slipping, according to a poll released this week. (Newsmax)
Torture complaint filed against British agent Feb 11, 2009
experience within the telecom industry calling on. performed by employees within this classification. (Yahoo News -- Greece)
Samsung aims for touchscreen phone market with updated Tocco Feb 10, 2009
telecom industry exp; sdlc; jad/jars; full project management * experience with managing cross organizational projects. telecom experience desired and/or other. (guardian.co.uk)
Bush lays into the left at Americas summit but agrees concessions Feb 9, 2009
financials and telecom industry. some of our direct. (Yahoo News -- Summit of the Americas)
Good night's sleep boosts long-term memory Feb 9, 2009
direct clients in pharmaceuticals, financials and telecom industry. some of our direct clients include. (Yahoo News -- Sleep and Sleep Disorders)
Verizon Wireless Makes Voice-Over-Internet Play Feb 8, 2009
With the enhanced features, Verizon Wireless is targeting customers "who are dropping home phone service, but are not completely satisfied with the cellular-only service they are using," said telecom industry analyst Jeff Kagan. The company, a joint venture between Verizon Communications and Vodafone, is positioning Verizon Hub as a way to help families stay in touch, with calendar and message functions that are accessible from the Web. (Multichannel News)
