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Nokia, BT and MediaTek partner on RedCap trials

Ryan Daws — Mon, 16 Oct 2023 15:21:37 +0000

Nokia, BT, and MediaTek have successfully concluded trials of 5G Reduced Capability (RedCap) technology. The trials, conducted at BT Group’s Adastral Park site, are a step forward in simplifying and advancing connectivity for IoT devices. RedCap was introduced in 3GPP Release 17 and addresses a critical challenge faced by IoT devices – the complexity and... Read more »

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BT unveils UK’s first ‘Drone SIM’ to revolutionise BVLOS operations

Ryan Daws — Thu, 12 Oct 2023 10:19:54 +0000

BT has unveiled the UK’s first “Drone SIM,” promising to revolutionise beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone operations nationwide. The solution functions at altitude through the EE network and offers unlimited data plans and continuous connectivity in the sky—setting the stage for transformative changes in various industries. Drone SIM is designed to withstand extreme... Read more »

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BT will help the British Army build smart bases

Ryan Daws — Thu, 22 Jun 2023 15:59:35 +0000

BT has secured a networks contract with the British Army to pave the way for smart bases across the United Kingdom. The company’s Business unit has been awarded a five-year contract to provide a managed Wi-Fi service known as MOD Wi-Fi. This agreement entails BT delivering managed secure Wi-Fi across 162 new army sites in... Read more »

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GSMA Intelligence: UK is falling behind in drone innovation

Ryan Daws — Thu, 08 Jun 2023 15:47:12 +0000

A report by GSMA Intelligence highlights the UK’s lagging position in the global race for drone innovation. Commissioned by BT Group, the report emphasises the need for the UK to learn from international peers and implement recommended measures to ensure its leadership in the burgeoning drone economy. The research, supported by BT Group, reveals that... Read more »

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BT powers a UK-first medical drone trial

Ryan Daws — Mon, 03 Apr 2023 13:54:29 +0000

BT is using its network to power a transformational medical delivery trial. The UK’s largest telco by subscribers has partnered with drone specialists Skyfarer and Medical Logistics UK to conduct the country’s first over-land Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) trial. BVLOS enables drones to travel longer distances, cut delivery times, and reduce the costs... Read more »

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BT taps AWS Wavelength to kickstart ‘new generation’ of IoT benefits

Ryan Daws — Mon, 20 Mar 2023 12:21:14 +0000

BT is partnering with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to kickstart a “new generation” of IoT benefits. The UK’s largest telco by subscribers will use AWS Wavelength – which embeds compute and storage services within 5G networks – to enable ultra-low latency applications. Alex Tempest, MD for BT Wholesale, said: “As we continue to build best-in-class... Read more »

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BT and ABP launch IoT trial at the Port of Ipswich

Ryan Daws — Mon, 05 Jul 2021 15:36:23 +0000

BT has partnered with Associated British Ports (ABP) to launch an IoT trial at the Port of Ipswich. The trial will explore how the IoT can help to digitise the port’s logistics and operations processes and speed up the movement and processing of goods. Andrew Harston, Region Director, Wales and Short Sea Ports, Associated British... Read more »

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UK businesses see emerging tech as ‘a cost rather than investment’

Ryan Daws — Mon, 02 Nov 2020 17:23:07 +0000

For a country with such a history in pioneering technological advancements, it’s concerning that UK businesses consider innovations a hindrance. Computers, the World Wide Web, televisions, jet engines, lightbulbs, radars, telephones… all British technological inventions that many of us now take for granted. However, the UK is now falling behind in adopting new technologies. Research... Read more »

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