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Building a sustainable future with energy-efficient data centres

As data centres expand, energy efficiency, Al-driven optimisation, and renewable power are essential to balancing digital growth with sustainability.

6G standardisation: Work in progress, proceed with caution

6G's success hinges on rigorous standardisation to ensure seamless global connectivity, interoperability, and India's leadership in next-gen telecom.

Spectrum tug-of-war: Telecom vs tech in the 6 GHz battle

The government's refarming of 687 MHz spectrum boosts telecom capacity, but the auctioning of the 6 GHz band sparks concerns from the tech sector.

The AI snake in smartphones.Poison or antidote?

As Al frauds grow, can Al smartphones be the modern antidote—detecting deepfakes, scams, and cyber threats before they poison digital trust?

A SOLUTION IN SEARCH OF A PROBLEM

India's move to allocate 6 GHz for mobile may derail broadband growth, stifle WiFi 6E adoption, and hinder digital innovation, slowing economic progress.

Navigating the 5G-powered transition from Industry 4.0 to 5.0

5G, Al, and automation are bridging the gap between Industry 4.0 and 5.0, driving seamless connectivity, intelligent operations, and resilient manufacturing.

UNTANGLING THE WEB: FWA SPINS A NEW BROADBAND FUTURE

5G FWA is reshaping India's broadband landscape with faster, cost-effective connectivity, bridging digital divides and complementing fibre networks.

Weaving the safety net: Finer threads in India's data shield

India’s DPDP rules aim to fortify data governance with consent control, breach reporting, and localisation, but clarity and accessibility gaps remain.

Privacy, Al, and innovation: Will India's data protection rules bridge gaps?

The draft rules seek to harmonise privacy, Al accountability, and innovation, build trust and tackle compliance challenges in Indias digital ecosystem.

A double-edged sword in the AI race

While DeepSeek’s open-source nature triggers privacy risks, India accelerates the development of its own Al framework to harness local datasets for growth.

NEW GROUND FOR DATA BOOM

India's data surge is redrawing its digital map, as edge data centres rise in smaller cities to power Al, streaming, and 5G with low-latency access.

Shaping tomorrow with tech-powered fiscal blueprints

The Union Budget 2025-26 accelerates Al, digital infra, and deep tech, aligning investments with global trends to drive innovation and connectivity.

Wiring the future with AI diplomacy and digital bridges

India and the US strengthen Al and digital ties, leveraging talent, technology, and Strategic alignment to shape the future of global communications.

"Managing complex networks is critical in Industry 4.0"

Jophy Varghese is Verizon's APAC Head for System Integrators and Strategic Alliances. With over 15 years of expertise in IT and telecom, He has been instrumental in driving digital transformation across Asia-Pacific, Australia, and Japan. A customer-centric global business leader, he has consistently built strong partnerships that foster innovation and profitability, enabling enterprises to leverage advanced technologies for transformative growth.

Empowering networks to think and adapt

Networks are leveraging Al and automation to simplify telecom complexities, enabling seamless operations and transformative efficiency

Transforming networks, powering industrial innovation

AI and ML are transforming telecom, driving automation, energy efficiency, and innovation across industries from healthcare to smart farming

Unlock enterprise success through satellite intelligence

Satellite data delivers real-time insights to optimise operations and give businesses a competitive edge in today's dynamic global market

"NaaS means different things to different customers"

Brink Sanders, Vice President of Global Networking Sales at Cisco Systems, has played a pivotal role in shaping the company's approach to networking solutions since joining the company in 2007. With extensive experience across sales, operations, and business development, Sanders' leadership journey includes notable roles such as VP of Transformation Strategy and Planning. Before Cisco, he held senior positions at Trianz and webMethods (now Software AG), driving innovation and strategic growth.

DIALLING up the FUTURE

Why choose cloud telephony over VoIP? It is more than just a fancier suit; it is a game-changer for scalable, seamless, and hardware-free communication

India unveils draft rules for DPDP Act, opens public consultation

The DPDP draft rules aim to safeguard personal data while balancing user privacy, regulatory oversight, and operational flexibility for businesses

Adam's Apple moment for AI models

Traditional language models struggled with voice, losing time, accuracy, and nuance. Are voice-driven models the game-changing twist the world needs?

Spectrum clash clouds Wi-Fi 7's path to seamless connectivity

Wi-Fi 7's rollout in India faces hurdles as the 6GHz spectrum's allocation remains unresolved, limiting its full potential in a growing tech market

Weaving chip magic into tomorrow's digital fabric

Semiconductors are powering India's 5G revolution, bridging divides, and paving the way for breakthroughs in Al, 6G, and quantum computing

The manufacturing symphony: Harmonising mind and machine

Smart manufacturing blends AI, IoT, and human ingenuity to foster collaboration, sustainability, and transformative efficiency in modern industry

LEOs and the digital divide: Can this truss bridge hold?

India's digital divide demands affordable, inclusive solutions. LEO satellites offer promise, but cost, access, and integration hurdles persist

"Zoom's mission is to deliver an Al-first work platform."

Sameer Raje, General Manager and Head of India & SAARC at Zoom Video Communications brings over two decades of experience in technology and collaboration solutions. Before joining Zoom in April 2019 to expand its presence in the region, Raje held senior leadership roles at Cisco WebEx, IBM, and Microsoft, where he built and led high-performing teams across pre-sales, sales, and support. His tenure at West Unified Communications saw him increase market share across APAC countries, further cementing his expertise in driving growth in the digital communication space.In this interview with Pratima Harigunani, he discusses Zoom's vision for the future of workspaces, focusing on how Al, cloud telephony, holograms, and avatars can reshape collaboration. He sheds light on how Zoom is leveraging cutting-edge technologies to create seamless and immersive workplace experiences while positioning itself as a leader in a rapidly evolving industry. Excerpts:

Crossing the Cloud bridge for better agility and control

As data repatriation gains momentum, businesses are rethinking strategies to balance performance, security, and cost with hybrid Cloud models

Building networks for India's digital ascent

India's digital transformation accelerates in 2025, leveraging Al, 5G, and satellite tech to bridge divides and redefine rural connectivity

LT GEN DR SP KOCHHAR: BUILDING BRIDGES IN THE DIGITAL MAZE

APIs, gaming, and federated data centres are revolutionising digital communication, driving the shift to a seamless, platform-centric future

A new-age race to redefine consumer convenience

Q-commerce is transforming E-commerce and growing at 45% CAGR, reshaping India's shopping habits with mobile-first convenience