Inside Telecom

Dominance or Deterioration? Examining the Effects of Mergers and Acquisitions on Innovation and Investment 

Telecom mergers and acquisitions have raised concerns about their impact on competition, innovation, and investment in the telecommunications industry.  ________________  The telecommunication industry has witnessed several mergers and acquisitions of large companies. These actions have raised concerns about their impact on competition, market shares, and customer benefits.   While the intentions of these companies may be […]

TikTok Ban: A Lose-Lose Situation for US and China 

The US government’s ban on TikTok, a popular video-sharing app, has unintended consequences for both the US and China. The move was part of a larger effort to counter China’s growing influence in the global economy and technology sector.  ______________________________  Three years ago, the United States government raised national security concerns over the popular video-sharing […]

Don't Believe the Hype: IIoT Technology Doesn’t Expand Attack Surface  

The Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) technology has been rapidly growing in popularity in recent years. With IIoT, manufacturers can monitor their equipment, reduce downtime, and optimize production processes. However, concerns about IIoT attacks have led some to question whether IIoT increases the attack surface and makes industrial equipment more vulnerable to cyber-attacks. This article […]

The Perfect Synergy between ChatGPT and Human Employees 

The integration of AI in the workplace has increased dramatically, and ChatGPT is a tool that has been gaining popularity for various reasons.  —–   In recent years, the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the workplace has increased dramatically, with more and more companies utilizing it to optimize their productivity. One such AI tool that […]

Geopolitics on Telecom: Do Political Tensions Drive Technological Advancements or Hinder Progress? 

In today’s digital age, the availability and reliability of telecommunications services are important to the functioning of modern societies. The impact of geopolitics on telecom infrastructure cannot be ignored. While it’s true that political tensions and conflicts can lead to advancement restrictions, disruptions and challenges in the telecom industry, they also drive a sense of […]

Microsoft Taking Bold Action to Protect Its ChatGPT AI Technology

Microsoft has been at the forefront of the artificial intelligence (AI) revolution, developing innovative technologies to enhance the capabilities of businesses worldwide. One such technology is ChatGPT, an AI-based chatbot that uses deep learning algorithms to understand and respond to natural language inputs. However, with the growing demand for AI-based chat tools, Microsoft is taking […]

Volkswagen to Invest in Mines in Bid to Become Global Battery Supplier

Volkswagen plans to invest in mines to bring down the cost of battery cells, meet half of its own demand and sell to third-party customers, the carmaker’s board member in charge of technology said. Its strategy aligns with a wider trend of carmakers seeking greater control over parts of the supply chain traditionally left to […]

Baidu Wins Permit to Offer Driverless Robotaxi Service in Beijing City

Chinese search engine giant Baidu said on Friday it had won a permit to provide a fully driverless ride-hailing service in the Chinese capital of Beijing. With the permit, Baidu’s Apollo service will deploy 10 fully autonomous vehicles in a technology park developed by the government of Beijing, it said in a statement. The permit […]