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Ericsson secures multi-year Managed Services deal with Bharti Airtel
Ericsson has signed a multi-year NOC Managed Services contract with Bharti Airtel, deepening their long-standing partnership. This agreement highlights Ericsson’s continued leadership in managed services and its commitment to delivering high-performance network operations for Airtel customers. Through its centralized Network Operations Center (NOC), Ericsson will implement intent-based operations to manage Airtel’s 4G, 5G NSA and SA, Fixed Wireless Access (FWA), Private Networks, and Network Slicing services across India. The collaboration will also support the nationwide scale-up of FWA and Network Slicing, ensuring enhanced connectivity and operational efficiency.
“We are excited to enhance our strong collaboration with Ericsson as we pursue our goal of creating a future-ready network that delivers an exceptional experience for our customers. We believe that these innovative technologies will empower us to meet the growing data demands of consumers in a digitally connected India.” – Randeep Sekhon, CTO Bharti Airtel.
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iProov Threat Intelligence Uncovers “Grey Nickel” Threat Actor Targeting Banking, Crypto, and Payment Platforms
iProov, a global leader in biometric identity verification, has uncovered a major cybercriminal campaign targeting financial institutions through weaknesses in remote identity verification systems. The threat actor, dubbed “Grey Nickel,” has been observed by iProov’s Security Operations Center (iSOC) conducting active and coordinated attacks against banks, crypto exchanges, e-wallets, and digital payment platforms across Asia-Pacific, EMEA, and North America. The operation marks a significant escalation in cyber threats, with attackers specifically engineering methods to bypass Know Your Customer (KYC) protocols, raising serious concerns across the financial services industry.
“These criminal groups understand that banking, crypto exchanges, e-wallets, and digital payment platforms represent some of the highest-value targets for identity fraud,” said Dr. Andrew Newell, Chief Scientific Officer of iProov.” It is important to understand that these aren’t opportunistic attacks; they represent highly coordinated, specialized operations that pose an existential threat to the digital transformation of banking.”
Operators Invest More than $17bn in AI-based Security to Capitalise on the Telco B2B Opportunity
A new study by Juniper Research reveals that telecom operators are set to invest over $17 billion globally in AI-based network security over the next five years, with annual spending rising from $2.5 billion in 2025 to $4.6 billion by 2029. This surge in investment is driven by operators’ increasing focus on expanding B2B revenue streams in critical sectors like transportation, healthcare, and energy, where secure networks are essential. The report highlights that AI-powered intelligent and autonomous security systems will play a foundational role in enabling this growth.
Research author Alex Webb remarked: “Agentic AI will enable operators to inject autonomy into their network security operations; responding in real-time to threats to the network while retaining efficiency. These systems will better position operators to protect enterprise traffic; providing the foundation for strong B2B revenue growth.”
Manufacturing Cellular Connectivity Revenue to Exceed $8 Billion by 2030
New research from Kaleido Intelligence reveals that cellular connectivity in the manufacturing sector is set to surpass $8 billion by 2030, rising from under $2 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate of 34%. Driven by growing demand for applications such as computer vision and automation, the sector is increasingly exploring private cellular networks. While average revenue per connection (ARPC) is expected to rise, the adoption of advanced technologies like 5G RedCap modules remains limited outside China due to high costs. Nonetheless, manufacturers continue to seek future-ready connectivity solutions to support long-term deployments amid rapid technological change.
“Cellular connectivity often promotes itself as a technology-first solution”, remarked research author James Moar. “However, our research has found that the manufacturing industry has shifted to wanting solutions-based products, regardless of the underlying technology, as well as increased interest in end-to-end solutions. Cellular providers need to demonstrate that the technology is the best fit on utility grounds, rather than simply assuming its superiority is self-evident.”
Empowering Connectivity: Alexey Yanson about LANCK Telecom’s Vision for GCCM Magazine
LANCK Telecom is proud to share the release of the latest GCCM Magazine interview featuring Alexey Yanson, Managing Director, which offers an in-depth look at the company’s strategic evolution and vision. In this exclusive conversation, Alexey discusses LANCK Telecom’s transition from traditional voice services to a broader enterprise offering, including developments in Direct Inward Dialing (DID), international roaming, and eSIM solutions. He also addresses the critical issue of artificially inflated traffic (AIT) and how the company is leveraging its AI-powered Fraud Management System (FMS) to protect partners and ensure network integrity. The interview, part of the CC-Webinar.Live Executive Series hosted by Wida Schmidt, offers valuable insights into LANCK Telecom’s achievements, market outlook, and continued commitment to innovation.
Alexey Yanson: “Absolutely. It’s been a busy and transformative period for us. LANCK Telecom continues to grow, now with 19 points of presence in major interconnection hubs—including new locations in Nairobi, Dubai, and Kuala Lumpur, and reaching almost 400 employees worldwide. We’ve also launched several exciting initiatives.
While the global voice market has long been viewed as declining, we’re seeing continued growth in traffic, especially across Africa, LATAM, and MENA. From our perspective, the market is evolving, shifting from conversational to enterprise traffic, and we’re aligning our strategy accordingly. This transformation involves internal restructuring, and our team is fully engaged in making it happen. ”
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Telin Launches Telinternship Batch 2.0 with Stronger Projects and a Dynamic Onboarding Experience
PT Telekomunikasi Indonesia International (Telin) has officially launched Telinternship Batch 2, a certified, project-based internship program running from June 2 to December 2, 2025, aimed at providing final-year students and recent graduates with immersive, real-world experience. Following the success of its first batch, this six-month program offers participants the opportunity to work on eight strategic projects across key domains within the Telin Group, such as Contract Management, UI/UX Design, Billing & Settlement for WABA, Service Excellence for NeuAPIX and NeuTRAFIX, and Salesforce Dashboard development. Interns will receive hands-on training, work alongside experienced mentors, and develop critical professional skills in a dynamic, global telecommunications environment.
Doni Andriansyah, Telin’s Chief Financial and Risk Management Officer (CFRMO), opened the event by warmly welcoming the interns and applauding their enthusiasm. He underscored the program’s vital role as a launching pad for promising careers in the fast-evolving telecommunications industry.
Closing the session, Wahyudi Handriyanto, Vice President of Human Capital, delivered a motivational message, “Stay humble and never hesitate to ask questions. True learning begins with the courage to seek knowledge. We don’t have all the answers, and one of the greatest challenges is adapting to new teams and environments. Embrace adaptability and maintain an open mindset—these are the keys to your success.”
