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Four most exciting cross-industry network slicing opportunities

TM Forum

When it comes to utilizing the potential of 5G networks, network slicing seems to be the technology that can offer some very exciting opportunities – not only the telecom industry, but also for others that will be able to deploy new services thanks to slicing solutions. The power behind network slices. So what are they?

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Tech Moves: Microsoft hires activist fired by Amazon; ex-Sprint CEO leaves F5 Networks board

GeekWire

Amazon meanwhile has promised to become net carbon neutral by 2040, and in fall 2019 started the Climate Pledge , an effort to get corporations to join it in committing to climate goals. ” — Former Sprint CEO and French businessman Michel Combes stepped down from F5 Networks’ board of directors. Anna Collins.

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Helijet plans to buy flying taxis from Beta Technologies for all-electric flights in B.C.

GeekWire

The aircraft would be integrated into Helijet’s existing helicopter flight network, focusing on scheduled service between Vancouver, Victoria and Nanaimo. Beta Technologies’ Alia eVTOLs are built to carry a pilot and up to five passengers. In September, Beta conducted a demonstration flight from Plattsburgh, N.Y., to Montreal.

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From brain drain to brain gain – expats returning home due to COVID boost local economies

Trends in the Living Networks

Expats forced home in the wake of COVID are helping build the cross-border networks needed for global innovation, according to futurist Ross Dawson. In the first instance these are people who have formed connections overseas, now coming home and re-establishing networks. In all of these cases it’s actually a net benefit.”.

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Biden’s plan to make your internet cheaper and better is one step closer

Vox

Jessica Rosenworcel, seen here at a protest against the net neutrality repeal, is the new permanent chair of the FCC. Net neutrality is back on the table. Obama’s FCC passed net neutrality in 2015. Biden said in his executive order that he wants the FCC to bring net neutrality back. Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images.

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United Airlines is buying 15 supersonic aircraft from Boom Supersonic

The Verge

At that point, Boom claims its supersonic jets will eventually be able to travel from New York to London — normally a seven-hour flight — in just 3.5 It’s the latest deal for Boom, the startup that has been focused on resurrecting commercial supersonic air travel. a stellar flight experience”. Introducing the United supersonic fleet.

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Hometown hookup: Alaska Air shifts to T-Mobile from AT&T in new link between Seattle companies

GeekWire

Alaska is shifting its behind-the-scenes operations T-Mobile after extensive testing of its 5G network. Due in part to its location, T-Mobile is already a major customer of Alaska for its own travel needs. “Ultimately, the decision came down to, does this network perform better than the incumbent? ” Katz said.

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