Whale Cloud’s ability to instantly leverage its integration into the Alibaba organization will drive its 5G monetization and overall digital transformation differentiation and sales objectives, especially in relation to organic assimilation of AI/advanced analytics capabilities. This move will oblige Whale Cloud’s digital transformation rivals such as Amdocs, Ericsson, Huawei, MATRIXX, Netcracker, Nokia, Openet, and Oracle to respond—and you can bet this is one to watch.
For Major 5G Internet Breakthroughs — Look to the Skies
For major 5G internet breakthroughs, look to the skies, where satellite technology is augmenting and boosting competition in the 5G ecosystem. This is stellar news for 5G consumers and enterprises across the planet. Check out my deep dive here.
Openet ECS Platform Captures Early 5G Operator Mindshare
Openet has launched a no-cost data intelligence platform, getting first dibs on operator mind share in the early stages of adoption of 5G charging systems. This microservices-based system is designed to deliver new monetization models and expand Openet’s channel influence, driving the adoption of their rapidly evolving 5G monetization requirements.
Amdocs: Paving the Way for eSIM Cloud Ecosystem Expansion
The race is on to drive eSIM ecosystem influence among the major players, particularly in upping the operator’s game, and Amdocs is squarely in the lead. Challenges aside, Amdocs is establishing a sales and marketing lead in the eSIM Cloud realm, at least in relation to telco software rivals Ericsson, Nokia Software, and Netcracker. This will be an interesting one to watch.
Equinix and IBM Up the Interconnectedness of Their Cloud Alliance
Equinix and IBM up the interconnectedness of their cloud alliance in a way that creates a clear competitive advantage for both companies in a variety of ways.
Cisco Prioritizes Re-Skilling the IT Workforce in a Prime Directive
As Cisco announces a major initiative at re-skilling the IT workforce with upgrades in education programs and new certifications, the company boosts its strategic business growth objectives by taking a proactive approach to the IT workforce. The approach bolsters its overall differentiation as digital transformation rivals like Juniper, Ericsson, and Nokia have not proactively developed re-skilling initiatives or programs.
The Gathering Storm: New 5G Network Could Wreak Havoc on Weather Forecasts
5G network could wreak havoc on weather forecasts, says the head of NOAA, setting weather forecasts back 40 years. But the wireless industry claims otherwise. Here’s my thoughts on that front.
Oracle Reddits Advertiser Digital Brand Safety for User-Generated Content
Oracle Data Cloud announced a new collaboration with Reddit to provide brand safety controls for advertisers around a real-time feed of user-generated content (UGC).
HPE Bets Big on Edge Computing
HPE CEO announced plans to invest $4 billion to the Intelligent Edge, a collection of initiatives developed to accelerate the company’s AI, IoT, and computing solutions.
Ribbon UC Study Reveals Nearly Two-Thirds Plan to Invest in Unified Communciations
Ribbon’s new research study on Unified Communications reveals that nearly two-thirds of large companies plan to invest in Unified Communications over the next two years. Here’s our take on what Ribbon should do to capitalize on this knowledge before key rivals like Cisco, Mavenir, and Metaswitch leverage the findings to their advantage.
