Telecoms

Telecom Quantum Computing: A Dream or a Fantasy?

A quantum computer is a special kind that uses quantum mechanics to perform some computations more quickly than a conventional computer. Once the technology is in complete form, it is set to revolutionize every industry known to humankind. Alongside the pharmaceutical and cybersecurity sectors, experts postulate that this innovation will change the telecoms industry as […]

Rural Telecommunications: Overcoming Obstacles to Development

The digital divide is this era’s class division; those who have access to telecom services and those who don’t. There’s much to be said about how the African telcos have placed the continent on the global stage. But one thing is for sure, telecom companies in Africa can and will bridge the digital divide between […]

Top Telecom Companies Leading the Charge in Sustainability

Ready to dial into some good news? The telecom industry, notorious for its high energy consumption and electronic waste, is getting a green makeover. That’s right, the top telecom companies are stepping up their sustainability game, and it’s something to get excited about. With the increasing global focus on environmental and social responsibility, it has […]

Accessibility in Business: How You Put Your Staff First

Unfortunately, much of today’s world was built to cater to non-disabled people. Nevertheless, society has become more aware of this solemn fact in recent decades. As a result, communities worldwide have been making places in their spaces for people with health conditions and impairments. With that said, what constitutes a disability is still stigmatized and […]

Fintech Telecoms: Making Fintech Safer for You

In the digital age, telcos have become the natural partner of many industries, including the metaverse. Our interest in this article lies in the fintech sector. In a previous article, we stated why telecom companies are attractive to the fintech industries. Through such a partnership, these two industries hope to expand their services to the […]

South Africa’s State of the Nation: Disaster!

I’m sitting in a house in the northern suburbs of Johannesburg having just heard President Cyril Ramaphosa’s State of the Nation address to the South African Parliament and obviously, the rest of the country on TV. The main agenda was solutions to the electricity crisis in South Africa. And I can’t quite believe what I’ve […]

What’s Next? Tech Trends 2023+ in the Telecommunications Industry

From one crisis to the next: The pandemic, war in Ukraine, exploding energy prices, inflation, interrupted supply chains, and the constant threat of climate change. The telecommunications industry still looks robust, although the continued outlook for the economic situation in 2023 is uncertain. What will happen next? How, as a telecommunications provider, can I improve […]

Risk or Reward: Exploring Bitcoin and Tesla's Relationship

Tesla’s investment in Bitcoin has been a rollercoaster ride for the company and the cryptocurrency world. When Tesla announced in February 2021 that it had invested $1.5 billion in Bitcoin and would begin accepting it as payment for its electric vehicles, the price of the cryptocurrency skyrocketed. However, the honeymoon didn’t last long, as the […]

The Importance of Telecoms in Shaping Global Policies

In a world where technology plays a crucial role in shaping international relationships, telecoms have emerged as a powerful tool for governments to impose sanctions and restrict access to communication services. In today’s connected world, telecoms provide a direct link between individuals, organizations, and countries. Therefore, its makes it easier for governments to enforce their […]