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In Response to RSPs’ Letter, NBN Co Resets CVC Rebates
NBN Co yielded to the demands made by the CEOs of its five leading retailers. The company decided on a favourable reset of its CVC overage rebate scheme. In parallel to this, NBN Co also rebutted the claims by the RSPs that it is profiting from COVID.   “From 1 October 2021 until 31 December 2021, NBN Co will calculate COVID credit relief for
Hyperone Announces Integration of Sensory Technology – a World-first!
HyperOne is proud to announce its integration of sensory technology. The national fibre network will be using vibration detection and ranging technology in protecting its infrastructure developed by FibreSense. HyperOne announced during a summit, that it: “will be the only national backbone in Australia that will have this FibreSense capability.”
Expanding the reach of 5G with 3GPP Release 16
As global leaders in information technology continue to find ways to improve wireless connectivity for everyone, access to 5G internet becomes more and more evident. Several countries are looking forward to the completion of their respective 5G infrastructures and the recent 5G NR Release 16 from the 3GPP is a much welcome development. The latest
Ericsson Private 5G for Enterprise Deployed by Telstra
Telstra and Ericsson already announced their first deployment of Ericsson Private 5G after six months of partnering to deliver private 5G. They also worked together with Microsoft to work on Ericsson Private 5G, an on-premises dedicated 5G network for the enterprise. It leverages a single-server 5G dual-mode core. Telstra Enterprise customer
Ericsson: Immersive Media Key to Achieving 5G Premium
According to Ericsson, mobile operators that take a proactive approach to monetising 5G have a great opportunity to achieve a 2.7% CAGR through 2030.   Ericsson MD for ANZ Emilio Romeo revealed a preview of research suggesting that bundling 5G with rich media services can provide the best avenue for achieving the full potential from the extensive
Comms Alliance Launches a Public Consultation on New 5G Equipment Standards
A public consultation into the proposed new requirements for 5G customer equipment in the industry for use in Australia was launched by Communications Alliance. Comms Alliance is planning an update of its Requirements for Connection to an Air Interface of a Telecommunications Network Standard. The new requirements are part of this scheduled
Big Changes to Marketing Guidance on Uploads and Fixed Wireless Pushed by the ACCC
Significant revisions to the key industry guidance to mandate RSPs to disclose the upload performance of broadband services during periods of peak usage are now being considered by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission.  In parallel to this, the ACCC is also considering expanded guidance on making claims about the performance of fixed
ACMA Moves to Address Satellite Optical Concerns But More Battles Loom on Low and Mid-bands
The Australian Communications and Media Authority recently released its Five Year Spectrum Outlook which includes the move to address satellite operator concerns. The three highlighted areas that the regulator will listen to and act upon include the infrared optical range, 5G spectrum, and managing national challenges posed by international
ACCC Issues Three Year Tender for Expanded Measuring Broadband Australia Program
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission recently issued a request for tender for a three-year extension and expansion of the controversial Measuring Broadband Australia program. The program was awarded to the testing supplier, SamKnows in 2017. However, it has been dogged by controversies. It was originally conceptualised to include
5G Rollout May Be “hindered” with 600MHz spectrum Timetable Delay says AMTA
According to the Australian Mobile Telecommunications Association, it is such a big disappointment that communications minister Paul Fletcher could not commit to a “definite timetable and pathway for a digital dividend in the 600MHz band.” These comments were made yesterday after the federal government released a media policy statement concluding
5G: Security risks to watch out for
5G technology is the new standard for broadband cellular networks. Many people are expecting that it will open up new possibilities and opportunities for tech advancement and innovation because it can support advanced technologies like the Internet of Things.  Yet, there are concerns about 5G's security, particularly where radiation is concerned.
Best student Internet plans Australia
When you are studying away from home, you’re in charge of your own budget for your living expenses. Finding cheap student Internet options is only difficult because of the number of plans out there to choose from. It’s stressful enough to live away from home and keep up with your studies; you don't need to struggle to find the right student


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