Thursday, May 11, 2006

DAILY TELECOM NEWS: Verizon said no more to Land Line Service

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

Telecommunication Industry News & Updates.- Verizon Communications may sell phone lines in the Northeast and the Midwest for a combined value that could reach $8 billion. The business strategy is part of the firm's effort to focus more on its broadband and wireless businesses. Potential buyers have not been disclosed. Click here for free Wireless news updates.


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Monday, May 01, 2006

TELECOM NEWS: Immigrant Boycott Will Hit Big on Telecom Sales Today

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

Telecommunication Industry News & Updates.- All telecos are expecting a big hit on today's sales, because of the Immigrant Boycott, where more than 11 million immigrants from different background will be boycotting against the new Immigration Law. Some business closed their doors to customers, and others not receiving any sales calls. Some even said that direct sales advertising today will be a waste of money, specially if your niche market are immigrants. Click here for free telecoms advice.


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Thursday, April 13, 2006

IPTV NEWS: Verizon sign another Pennsylvania FiOS TV deal

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

IPTV and VOD Industry News & Updates.- Verizon Communications and East Marlborough, Pa., have reached an agreement to bring the telecom's FiOS TV services there. The 15-year franchise agreement will let Verizon to offer FiOS TV to residents and pay community franchise fees that vary depending on the service revenue. Click here for free IPTV news updates.


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Monday, March 13, 2006

DAILY TELECOM NEWS: Cogni360 And Associates open a new office in Leominster, Massachusetts

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

Telecommunications Industry News and Updates.- Grand Opening celebration at Cogni360 And Associates, with the opening of a new office branch in the city of Leominster, MA. The Grand Opening event will be in effect on March 14, 2006, and of course everyone is invited.

You will be enter on the Grand Opening Free Drawing just for visiting the new office at 71 Pleasant St. Suite 4B, Leominster, MA 01453, 3 blocks from downtown. In the morning a few of the city authorities would be present for opening event. Cogni360 a company manage by Luis Galarza and Anna Phommatham would be providing services packages full of coupons for everyone who visit or call the office that day at 978.537.7660.

Some of the feature services for the opening would be Local IPTV or Broadband Television service, VoIP or Broadband Telephone services, Satellite TV (Dish Network or Direct TV), Home Security service, Local Phone Services, Long Distance, Travel Discount fares, Tax services, Business Consultation, Logo or Ad design service, and more.


Monday, March 06, 2006

ISP'S AND BROADBAND NEWS: Who will pay for network upgrades?

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

ISP's and Broadband Industry News & Updates.- Broadband access providers are looking to Web content companies to help underwrite needed expansions and improvements to the nation's high-speed Internet infrastructure. Click here for free telecommunication tips.


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DAILY TELECOM NEWS: Phone service driving basic cable growth

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

Telecommunications Industry News and Updates.- Since cable carriers started offering telephone services, subscriber numbers for basic cable have risen. Both Cablevision Systems and Time Warner Cable have reported more basic-cable subscribers, driven by triple-play packages. But, the future has a shadow on it, with the forecast of a deep global economic recession.


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ISP'S AND BROADBAND NEWS: The Web's last holdouts

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

ISP's and Broadband Industry News & Updates.- The rush of households to the Web has slowed over the past few years, even as the rates of broadband adoption continue to rise. A survey found 18% of offline households were not interested in going online, and that only 18% of dial-up households planned to switch to a broadband connection. This, according to Mike Langberg of the Mercury News, means "Internet companies are entering a new and much more competitive era." Click here for free telecommunication tips.


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WIRELESS EVENTS: Communications Security in the Digital Age

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

Wireless Industry & Market Events.- Communications and cyber security issues will play a central role on the exhibit floor and in key sessions at TelecomNEXT in Las Vegas, March 19-23, 2006. TelecomNEXT is the only place to see the latest advances in network security, including a premier enterprise security exhibit AT&T's Network Disaster Recovery (NDR) team as well as sessions bringing together top communications security experts. Register today! For more information go to: Daily Wireless Updates


WIRELESS NEWS: Ricochet seeks to return to Bay Area

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

Wireless Industry & Market News.- Ricochet, the once high-flying wireless ISP, is once again seeking business in the Bay Area market with proposals to operate a wireless network for the city of San Jose and to help other Wi-Fi companies set up networks. For more information go to: Daily Wireless Updates


WIRELESS NEWS: Palm could be hurt from RIM ruling

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

Wireless Industry & Market News.- Palm attracted new customers while RIM was hampered by patent litigation, but it may sell fewer smartphones now that the BlackBerry maker has settled. For more information go to: Daily Wireless Updates


WIRELESS NEWS: Despite settlement, RIM faces challenges

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

Wireless Industry & Market News.- BlackBerry users in the U.S. breathed a collective sigh of relief Friday when Research In Motion agreed to pay $612.5 million to settle its patent dispute with NTP. While the deal will allow RIM to keep doing business as usual, it doesn't eliminate increasing competition from rivals offering their own innovative wireless e-mail services. For more information go to: Daily Wireless Updates


DAILY TELECOM NEWS: Microsoft team up with Cisco

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Telecommunications Industry News and Updates.- Cisco Systems and Microsoft announced a partnership to develop communications solutions for enterprise customers. For telecommunication tips go to: Cogni360 Blog.


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WIRELESS NEWS: Verizon seeks Vodafone stake in Verizon Wireless

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

Wireless Industry & Market News.- Verizon Communications said it is talking to Vodafone Group about buying the U.K. company's 45% stake in Verizon Wireless. Vodafone said it has no plans to sell its Verizon Wireless stake. For more information go to: Daily Wireless Updates


VOIP NEWS: Vodafone inks deal to unload Japanese unit

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

VoIP Industry & Market News.- Vodafone Group reportedly has reached a deal to sell a 98% stake in Vodafone K.K. to Softbank. For more information go to: Daily Wireless Updates


WIRELESS NEWS: How will regulators view the deal?

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

Wireless Industry & Market News.- AT&T Inc.'s bid to acquire BellSouth comes at a time of relatively strong regulatory support for telecoms' efforts to expand into areas such as video services. While approval is no certainty, the companies could have some influential backers, including FCC Chairman Kevin Martin. For more information go to: Daily Wireless Updates


WIRELESS NEWS: Cingular a key focus

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

Wireless Industry & Market News.- Perhaps the biggest prize for AT&T Inc. is gaining 100% control of Cingular Wireless, which has room for growth. Cingular's short-term technology strategy likely will stay the same, but its brand identity probably will shift back to the AT&T name. For more information go to: Daily Wireless Updates


DAILY TELECOM NEWS: Telecom, cable industries will feel deal's impact

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

Telecommunications Industry News and Updates.- AT&T Inc.'s deal for BellSouth could spark a new wave of consolidation in the cable and telecom industries as major players look to keep pace. Verizon Communications is perhaps most affected by the merger, although cable operators such as Time Warner Cable also might consider strategic moves. For telecommunication tips go to: Cogni360 Blog


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WIRELESS NEWS: AT&T to acquire BellSouth for $67B

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

Wireless Industry & Market News.- AT&T Inc. unveiled a $67 billion megadeal to buy BellSouth, a move aimed directly at shoring up its position in the increasingly competitive communications market. If approved, the new company would have $120 billion in sales and a market value totaling as much as $170 billion. AT&T's reach would dramatically expand via the deal, as would its ability to offer TV services. Control of Cingular Wireless, a joint venture between AT&T and BellSouth, would be transferred completely to AT&T, possibly accelerating the push toward fixed-wireless convergence. For more information go to: Daily Wireless Updates


Sunday, February 26, 2006

WIRELESS NEWS: Hearings on BlackBerry's fate begin

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

Wireless Industry & Market News.- U.S. District Judge James R. Spencer began considering an injunction to shut down BlackBerry services in the U.S. -- a decision that could affect nearly 4 million users. The hearings are the culmination of a long-running dispute over wireless e-mail patents between patent firm NTP and Research In Motion, the maker of the Blackberry. Although RIM still could settle, it also has a software workaround ready to go if Spencer backs NTP. For more information go to: Daily Wireless Updates


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IPTV NEWS: Verizon offers Disney content on FiOS, DSL services

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

IPTV & VOD Industry Events.- Verizon Communications is now offering content from Walt Disney Co. properties including ESPN and ABC News Now on its DSL and FiOS TV on-demand platforms. For more IPTV go to: Daily IPTV Updates


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DAILY TELECOM NEWS: Nortel chief details road map

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

Telecommunications Industry News and Updates.- Nortel Networks CEO Mike Zafirovski yesterday outlined an aggressive growth plan, saying the gear maker was shooting for a 20% share of any market in which it does business. If that goal turns out to be unattainable in a market, Nortel will pull out, Zafirovski said. For telecommunication tips go to: Cogni360 Blog


Saturday, February 25, 2006

WIRELESS NEWS: Orange announces fixed-line service in U.K.

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

Wireless Industry & Market News.- Wireless carrier Orange said it will roll out a fixed-line service in the U.K. targeting small and midsized businesses as part of parent France Telecom's eventual goal of providing fixed-mobile convergence there. Orange said the service will run on Cable & Wireless' network, and that it will cost 20% than a similar offering from BT. For more information go to: Daily Wireless Updates


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Friday, February 24, 2006

ISP'S AND BROADBAND NEWS: EarthLink CEO touts growth prospects

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

ISP's and Broadband Industry News & Updates.- EarthLink CEO Garry Betty said the company has made "some very bold steps" in its effort to create value for shareholders. Betty said the ISP plans to spend $75 million to $100 million this year on its growth initiatives, adding that it probably will report a net loss for 2006. He also touted the prospects for municipal Wi-Fi and its Helio wireless venture. Click here for free telecommunication tips.


Thursday, February 23, 2006

ISP'S & BROADBAND NEWS: Cablevision upgrades broadband offerings

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

ISP's and Broadband Industry News & Updates.- Cablevision Systems, fighting new competition from Verizon Communications' FiOS service, announced speed upgrades for its broadband offerings in Connecticut. The cable carrier said upgrades were planned for the New York City market by midyear. Click here for free telecommunication tips.


Tuesday, February 21, 2006

VOIP NEWS: Microsoft plans mobile VoIP offering


By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

VoIP Industry Events.- Microsoft reportedly plans to launch a VoIP service for mobile phones as part of its Microsoft Office Communicator rollout later this year. The service would run on Wi-Fi enabled phones equipped with Windows Mobile software. For more IP events schedules go to: Daily VoIP Updates


VOIP NEWS: AOL's about to get on the VoIP game

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

VoIP Industry Events.- In the coming months, America Online plans to release a range of new services, including a VoIP application that uses AIM as a "full voice platform." For more VoIP go to: Daily VoIP Updates


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Monday, February 20, 2006

INTERNET NEWS: Surfing the U.S.A.

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

Internet Industry Events.- Logging on to the Internet just to surf ranked third among popular online activities, according to a new study from the Pew Internet and American Life Project. The report found that almost a third of Internet users are recreational surfers, while the top two reasons to log on were for e-mail and search. Click here to learn more about Internet service.


WIFI NEWS: Cisco to join Michigan Wi-Fi project

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

Wi-Fi Industry News & Updates.- MichTel Communications said Cisco Systems has agreed to supply equipment for MichTel's plan to build a Wi-Fi network covering 910 square miles of Oakland County. The addition of Cisco to the Wireless Oakland Project Team may help dispel concerns about completing the project, which is expected to cost about $100 million. Click here to get more WiFi News.


ITV & VOD NEWS: Amazon to challenge Apple's iTunes

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

IPTV & VOD Industry Events.- The Wall Street Journal is reporting that Amazon.com is in talks with major music companies Vivendi Universal's Universal Music Group, Sony BMG, Warner Music Group and EMI Group to launch an online music subscription service to rival Apple Computer's iTunes. Amazon boasts 55 million customer accounts and is in the process of ramping up its ability to sell downloadable media, in addition to books and CDs. For more IPTV go to: Daily IPTV & VOD Updates


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IPTV NEWS: Telecom TV services win support from key senator

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

IPTV & VOD Industry Events.- AT&T Inc. and Verizon Communications asked a Senate committee yesterday for help in bypassing local franchising regulations and building TV systems, and the telecoms seem to have found a receptive audience. Senate Commerce Committee Chairman Ted Stevens, R-Alaska, said he'll introduce a bill next month that would streamline the video-franchising process. For more IPTV go to: Daily IPTV Updates


Sunday, February 19, 2006

WIRELESS NEWS: Dual-mode phones could boost UMA technology

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

Wireless Industry & Market News.- Nokia and Motorola this week have unveiled several phones designed to let users switch seamlessly between cellular and wireless broadband networks. The new handsets could be a boost for wireless carriers looking to enhance their services by promoting UMA. For more information go to: Daily Wireless Updates


DAILY TELECOM NEWS: Lucent shareholders vote to rein in executives' pay

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

Telecommunication Industry News & Updates.- Lucent Technologies stakeholders yesterday voted to limit executives' stock-based compensation and to exclude noncash pension credits in the calculation of performance-based pay. CEO Patricia Russo defended the company's pension positions, saying plans were adequately funded and that total pension outlays were on the high end of what's reasonable. Click here for free telecommunication tips.


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Saturday, February 18, 2006

IPTV NEWS: Akimbo delivers video-on-demand over the Internet


By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

IPTV Industry News & Updates.- Watch anything from A&E to the Billiard Club Network, Akimbo Systems delivers huge libraries of entertainment on demand over an Internet connection to your television. With 70 channels and 50 categories of programming, San Mateo-based Akimbo prides itself in satisfying the most catholic of tastes as well as the narrowest markets.

Chief Executive Officer Josh Goldman talks about the ocean surfers who like to watch videos of surfing over Akimbo.

"There are billiard clubs who want to watch billiard tournaments. There's a cricket channel. There are all these niche markets that are not big enough for TV networks but plenty of people want them," he said. "We are enabling massive libraries of video content to be available to consumers cheap and easy.

"It's not live TV. It's not TiVo. It's Indian movies and English soccer matches," he said. But our goal is to deliver any kind the content in the future...

"We were the first service blessed to be delivering cable network programming over the Internet," said Goldman, noting that many cable channels are available through Akimbo such as A&E, National Geographic and Turner Classic Movies.

Akimbo's strength is its wide library of programming. It will not deliver live broadcast TV. And, unlike Sling Media and Orb Networks, it will not allow you to move media as you travel.

Akimbo is charging only $69.99 for a set-top box that sits on top of your TV and a $9.99 monthly subscription fee. It sells the box and the service at www.akimbo.co.nr

Akimbo's aim is to integrate its service with telecommunications, satellite and cable carriers, but it won't retire the box completely. Goldman is not ready to discuss progress of its negotiations with carriers.

In the fourth quarter, Akimbo's technology will be integrated with Windows XP Media Center, Microsoft's computer that delivers access to home photography, music and other media, according to its chief. Goldman says Akimbo bears a resemblance to public access video in that people can broadcast their own work.

"Filmmakers call us and say they have an independent film and can they show it on Akimbo. We just showed our first video blog," he said.

Akimbo raised $4.25 million in its first round of funding and $12 million in its second. Their technology has the atention of many new investors like Cogni360, that know that IPTV will be the revolution of Television.

Although the company was open three years ago, but the product and service were launched last October.

Goldman spends a lot of his time negotiating for the rights to programming.

"We do a lot of rights checking and a lot of deals with networks. We strike deals with networks like BBC. We got the first two seasons of the A&E program 'Growing up Gotti' on broadcast TV. Now the fan boards are talking about it," he said. "So it went from broadcast to on-demand. This change is a very powerful feature." For more information go to: Daily IPTV and VOD Updates.


TELECOM QUOTES: By Elbert Hubbard

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

Telecom Quotes.- "Knowledge is the distilled essence of our institutions, corroborated by experience."

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American author


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SECURITY NEWS: Wi-Fi/VoIP presents difficult security problems

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

Security Industry News & Updates.- Security could become a major issue as more companies deploy converged Wi-Fi/VoIP systems. Click here for telecom tips


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VOIP NEWS: Skype announces roaming deal with 3 Group


By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

VoIP Industry News & Updates.- Skype Technologies has inked a deal with Hutchison Whampoa's 3 Group to offer the VoIP service via UMTS networks in Austria, Australia, Hong Kong, Sweden, the U.K., Italy and elsewhere. Under the pact, Skype's technology will be bundled directly into 3G phones, allowing customers to switch seamlessly between networks. Click here for free telecommunication tips.


VOD NEWS: Google premieres episode of "Footballers' Wives"

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

Video On Demand Industry News & Updates.- BBC America is debuting the first episode of season three of the U.K. hit serial "Footballers' Wives" on Google Video. The show's U.S. cable premiere will take place Sunday night. Click here to view the show via Google Video. Click here for free telecommunication tips.


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TELECOM EVENTS: Last chance! Free study with full TelecomNEXT registration

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

Telecommunication Industry News & Updates.- Register now! Today is your last chance to receive a free copy of an IDC study valued at $3500 when you purchase a TelecomNEXT full-conference registration. Melanie Posey's seminal "Enterprise Telecom Sales and Marketing Strategies" profiles seven major U.S. telecom providers' marketing and sales strategies and provides insight into their approaches to the new world of solution selling. Register today! Click here for free telecommunication tips.


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VOIP EVENTS: IDC to host IMS technology "shoot out" at TelecomNEXT

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

Wireless Industry Events.- To help TelecomNEXT attendees make the right investment decisions, leading research firm IDC will host an IP multimedia subsystems (IMS) technology "Shoot Out" featuring a side-by-side display of competing IMS products from Alcatel, Lucent, Motorola and Siemens, on the recently-expanded TelecomNEXT exhibit floor on March 21 in Las Vegas. Don't miss the cutting-edge products, services and technologies on display. Register today! For more IP events schedules go to: Daily VoIP Updates


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WIFI NEWS: Chicago to seek proposals on citywide Wi-Fi network

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

WiFi Industry News & Updates.- Chris O'Brien, Chicago's CIO, said the city this spring will solicit bids from private companies for a plan to build a Wi-Fi network. For more information about WiFi and Hot spots go to: Daily WiFi Updates or Daily Wireless Updates


WIRELESS NEWS: Firms look to crack mobile entertainment market

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

Wireless Industry News & Updates.- The growing market for mobile entertainment is pushing wireless carriers and content providers closer together, but one major question remains unanswered: Are consumers willing to pay for the new services? Click here for free telecommunication tips.


DAILY TELECOM NEWS: Router sales jump, switch sales fall

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

Telecommunication Industry News & Updates.- Global sales of routers and switches increased 37% between 2002 and 2005, while multi-service switch sales fell by 5%, according to a report by Infonetics. In terms of market share, routers today comprise 75% of switch/router sales, up from 47% in 2000, according to the report. Click here for free telecommunication tips.


DAILY TELECOM NEWS: Icahn ends fight to control Time Warner administration board

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

Telecommunication Industry News & Updates.- Dissident shareholder Carl Icahn appears to have ended his attempt to force the breakup of Time Warner by taking control of its board. Icahn's apparent retreat -- he will run five candidates instead of 14 -- comes after a public campaign in which Icahn accused Time Warner CEO Richard Parsons of mismanaging the company. Click here for free telecommunication tips.


DAILY TELECOM NEWS: Telefonica keeping an eye on KPN?

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

Telecommunication Industry News & Updates.- Shares of KPN jumped yesterday after a report said the Dutch telecom could be the target of a takeover bid by Spain's Telefonica and another investor. Click here for free telecommunication tips.


WIRELESS NEWS: Nokia said IMS market will surge

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

ISP & Broadband Industry News & Updates.- Nokia said it expects the market for IMS to grow tenfold between now and 2010 as more carriers and gear makers take advantage of IP. Click here for free telecommunication tips.


Wednesday, February 15, 2006

WIRELESS NEWS: India puts focus on deploying wireless networks

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

Wireless Industry News & Updates.- India could begin adding 6 million to 8 million mobile phone users a month once wireless networks are extended to cover areas that currently don't have service, said Telecommunications Minister Dayanidhi Maran. "Improved rural connectivity is one of the highest priorities for the government," Maran said. For more wireless articles go to: Dialy Wireless Updates.


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DAILY TELECOM NEWS: Senate committee considers federal-state panel on franchising

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

Telecommunication Industry News & Updates.- Members of the Senate Commerce Committee have proposed creating a joint federal-state panel to revamp cable-franchising laws. "The idea would be that some of the FCC and some of the state [public-utility regulatory] people would come up with some recommendations," Sen. Ted Stevens said. Click here to get telecommuncation advice and saving tips.


IPTV & VOD NEWS: Ashton Kutcher in deal to create programs for AOL

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

IPTV & VOD Industry News & Updates.- Ashton Kutcher, creator of MTV hit show "Punk'd," has signed a deal to create short-form programming for America Online. Details are sketchy, but five programs with at least 20 episodes each are planned. For more IP Television news go to: Daily IPTV Updates.


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IPTV & VOD NEWS: NBC Web traffic positively Olympian

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IPTV & VOD Industry News & Updates.- Page views on NBC's Winter Olympics site are up 63% from the 2004 Summer Games and up 400% from the 2002 Winter Games. NBC Olympics president Gary Zenkel credited the broadcaster's strategy of making content, especially video packages, available for free through a variety of interactive channels. "We found that the more content we make available, the more buzz we create," he said. For more wireless articles go to: Dialy IPTV Updates.


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ISP & BROADBAND NEWS: WWAN ready for takeoff

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

ISP & Broadband Industry News & Updates.- The number of laptop computers in the U.S. equipped with WWAN technology could reach 20 million by 2010, according to a report by Endpoint Technologies. WWAN allows users to surf the Internet at broadband speeds via cellular networks. Click here for free telecommunication tips.


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WIRELESS NEWS: Dual-mode phones could threaten wireless carriers

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

Wireless Industry News & Updates.- Handset makers this year are rolling out Wi-Fi phones that allow users to make calls over the Internet as well as over mobile networks, a trend that eventually could cut revenue for wireless carriers. For more wireless articles go to: Dialy Wireless Updates.


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TELECOM EVENTS: What's new for TV!

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

Telecommunication Industry Events.- A recent story takes at look at how consumers are demanding TV when and where they want it. Learn how your company can meet your customers' needs; see the latest in broadband TV/IPTV/IP video equipment and services; and get the latest in business services and cutting-edge technology for communications and entertainment, all on the TelecomNEXT exhibit floor. Register today! For more IPTV news go to: Daily IPTV Updates.


DAILY TELECOM NEWS: France Telecom, Qwest report earnings

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Telecommunication Industry News & Updates.- France Telecom's profits up 89%: France Telecom reported a net income of $6.8 billion for 2005, up from $3.6 billion in 2004, helped by gains from asset sales. The company also said it plans to cut 17,000 jobs over the next three years to reduce costs.

Qwest reports Q4 loss: Qwest Communications reported a fourth-quarter net loss of $528 million, compared with a year-earlier loss of $139 million. Revenue rose slightly to $3.48 billion, up from $3.44 billion. Click here to get telecommuncation advice and saving tips.


DAILY TELECOM NEWS: Nortel unloads switching hardware operation

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Telecommunication Industry News & Updates.- Nortel Networks will sell a majority stake of its switching hardware business to Blade Network Technologies for an undisclosed price. Click here to get home security advice and saving tips.


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WIRELESS NEWS: Has Microsoft finally figured out the wireless business?


By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

Wireless Industry News & Updates.- Microsoft's efforts to diversify its mobile phone business beyond operating systems may be paying dividends. The software maker has just announced two major deals, one to offer mobile e-mail via Vodafone Group and another to put Windows Media in Motorola handsets, and it also is pushing aggressively into mobile video and search. For more wireless articles go to: Dialy Wireless Updates.


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IPTV & VOD NEWS: Disney to relaunch MovieBeam service today

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IPTV & VOD Industry News & Updates.- Walt Disney Co. is relaunching its MovieBeam VOD service today in 29 cities. The MovieBeam set-top box, which attaches to TV sets and allows consumers to rent movies, will sell for about $230. For more wireless articles go to: Dialy IPTV Updates.


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VOIP NEWS: Spirent to acquire IMS/VoIP tester QuadTex

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

VoIP Industry News & Updates.- Spirent said it is buying IMS and VoIP test specialist QuadTex Systems for $7.5 million. The deal follows Spirent's recent acquisition of test gear manufacturer SwissQual. For more VoIP articles go to: Dialy VoIP Updates.


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WIRELESS NEWS: Sprint Nextel, CWA reach terms over spinoff


By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

Wireless Industry News & Updates.- Sprint Nextel has reached an agreement with the Communications Workers of America over issues regarding the spinoff of the telecom's local phone business. The deal will allow the telecom to complete the spinoff in the second quarter. For more wireless articles go to: Dialy Wireless Updates.


DAILY TELECOM NEWS: VimpelCom offers $5B for Ukraine's leading telecom

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

Internet Industry News & Updates.- Russian wireless carrier Vimpel-Communications yesterday offered $5 billion for Kyivstar, the Ukraine's largest telecom company. The bid not only reflects VimpelCom's desire to expand, but also a lingering dispute between Alfa Group Consortium and Telenor, which own large pieces of both telecom concerns. Click here for free telecommunication tips.


IPTV NEWS: Survey finds high awareness of IPTV

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

IPTV Industry News & Updates.- Fifty-six percent of U.S. adults have heard of IPTV, and 17% would consider canceling their existing TV service to switch to it, according to a survey by Harris Interactive. Two of the major draws to IPTV are the perception that its costs less and that it could offer on-demand viewing, the survey found. Well, IP television is the revolution of TV, and after all IPTV vendors update their content, every channel or program offer by cable or satellite TV will be available on IPTV. Right now the only provider of family IP television service is Akimbo (www.Akimbo.co.nr), which offer to ways to get IPTV; Downloading the Akimbo for Media Center or buying the IPTV set top box for your TV, which currently is being offer for $69.99. But, the service is really cheap compare to cabel or satellite, plus you can buy an ulimited subscription for only less than $200.00 (this is a one time fee and you set for ever). For more IP Television news go to: Daily IPTV Updates.


Tuesday, February 14, 2006

DAILY TELECOM NEWS: AG Gonzalez defends NSA surveillance plan

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

Telecommunication Industry News & Updates.- Attorney General Alberto R. Gonzales defended the Bush administration's controversial eavesdropping program but declined to answer specific questions about it during a hearing yesterday on Capitol Hill. Gonzalez did say the government had considered a broader plan that would have included domestic phone and e-mail surveillance as well but ultimately rejected it. Click here to get home security advice and saving tips.


WIRELESS NEWS: Bush budget projects $25B from wireless sales


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Wireless Industry News & Updates.- President George W. Bush's 2007 budget estimates the sale of wireless spectrum will raise about $25 billion between 2007 and 2009, approximately $7.8 billion higher than last year's projection. The FCC is scheduled June 29 to begin selling 90 Mhz of wireless airwaves, which is expected to raise up to $15 billion. For more wireless articles go to: Dialy Wireless Updates.


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IPTV NEWS: PanAmSat enters ethnic programming biz


By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

IPTV Industry News & Updates.- Satellite operator PanAmSat announced plans to deliver ethnic TV programming in the U.S. through cable, satellite and Internet outlets. The content will come mostly from Middle East and European broadcast TV channels, which will get a cut of the program sales. For more wireless articles go to: Dialy IPTV Updates.


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IPTV NEWS: Cisco exec says IPTV is the future


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IPTV Industry News & Updates.- In this interview, Mike Volpi, the SVP and general manager of gear maker Cisco Systems routing and service-provider group, talks about why he thinks Web-delivered video content is "a question of when, not if." For more wireless articles go to: Dialy IPTV Updates.


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WIRELESS NEWS: Nokia turns focus to North America


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Wireless Industry News & Updates.- After global success, Nokia has set its sights on claiming the top spot in North America, where a newly revived Motorola maintains a dominant position. Although Nokia's new focus on high-end phones likely will be noticed, Motorola has a strong lineup with its flashy new Pebl, Slvr and Q phones. For more wireless articles go to: Dialy Wireless Updates.


INTERNET NEWS: Google integrates e-mail, chat functions


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Internet Industry News & Updates.- Users of Google's e-mail service, Gmail, will be able to engage in live chat with fellow users via their Web-based e-mail without downloading a separate program, and chats will be automatically archived unless the user opts out. According to Google's FAQ on the new service, ads won't be served into live chats but will appear in archived chats. Click here for free Internet tips.


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DAILY TELECOM NEWS: Sonae makes offer for Portugal Telecom

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Telecommunication Industry News & Updates.- Sonae, a Portuguese conglomerate, has launched a $12.9 billion bid for control of Portugal Telecom, which operates fixed-line and wireless services in Portugal, Brazil and North Africa. Spain's Telefonica, owner of 9.9% stake in PT, has been mentioned as a possible bidder, but it remains unclear whether it will make a move. Click here to get telecommuncation advice and saving tips.


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IPTV NEWS: Report touts IPTV's promise, warns of obstacles


By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

IPTV Industry News & Updates.- IPTV is "the wave of the future" in video services, but hurdles remain before it achieves a breakthrough, according to Patrick Pfeffer, chief network architect for Detecon. The structural issues associated with VOD could be the biggest snag, although the challenge of acquiring compelling content also be an obstacle, Pfeffer said. For more wireless articles go to: Dialy IPTV Updates.


Monday, February 13, 2006

DAILY TELECOM NEWS: FCC chief makes pitch for level playing field in video market

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Telecommunications Industry News & Updates.- FCC Chairman Kevin J. Martin said last week that the agency should "facilitate" companies' efforts to enter the TV business by striking down "unreasonable barriers to entry." Martin's remarks coincided with a report saying satellite operators have eaten into cable's video lead, but that more competition is necessary in the video market.


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TECH NEWS: TV on the go!

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Technology Industry News & Updates.- Between notebook-sized DVD players, mobile phone video and video iPods, the dedicated viewer can keep up an energetic TV programming diet without ever sitting down in front of the tube. For more wireless articles go to: Dialy Wireless Updates.


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ISP & BROADBAND NEWS: Broadband takes flight

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

ISP's & Broadband Industry News & Updates.- Nine European and Asian airlines launched in-flight wireless broadband services in 2005, and most airlines are expected to offer the technology within the next couple of years. The Boeing Co.'s Connexion service currently is the only player in the market, but other contenders including Verizon Airfone, a unit of Verizon Communications, plan to enter the fray soon. For more broadband advice and saving tips click here.


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WIRELESS NEWS: Carriers ramp up push to attract 3G users

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Wireless Industry News & Updates.- Faced with the prospect of recouping their investments in 3G networks, wireless carriers are trying various tactics to promote advanced services such as mobile video and music. Two of the biggest hurdles carriers face are devising attractive pricing models and getting subscribers to upgrade to 3G handsets, which cost more than current models. For more wireless articles go to: Dialy Wireless Updates.


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WIRELESS NEWS: Orascom finds profits in developing wireless markets

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Wireless Industry News & Updates.- Egypt's Orascom Telecom has found success by wading into markets that other carriers have shunned, such as Iraq. While the company's strategy may be risky, it also has been profitable -- in the first half of 2005, Orascom made a net profit of $296 million, up 49% from the same period in 2004. For more wireless articles go to: Dialy Wireless Updates.


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IPTV NEWS: China Telecom recruits UTStarcom for IPTV


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IPTV Industry News & Updates.- Microsoft has announced four new phones equipped with its push e-mail technology, as well as partnerships with Vodafone Group and Cingular Wireless to promote the devices. The launch reflects an aggressive effort by Microsoft to win a bigger slice of the fast-growing mobile e-mail market, which to this point has been dominated by embattled Research In Motion. For more wireless articles go to: Dialy IPTV Updates.


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WIRELESS NEWS: BT, Virgin, Microsoft team up for mobile TV service


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Wireless Industry News & Updates.- BT Group, Virgin Mobile and Microsoft this week are expected to announce a deal to launch a digital TV broadcast system for mobile phones in the U.K. For more wireless articles go to: Dialy Wireless Updates.


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WIRELESS NEWS: Microsoft ups ante in mobile e-mail market


By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

Wireless Industry News & Updates.- Microsoft has announced four new phones equipped with its push e-mail technology, as well as partnerships with Vodafone Group and Cingular Wireless to promote the devices. The launch reflects an aggressive effort by Microsoft to win a bigger slice of the fast-growing mobile e-mail market, which to this point has been dominated by embattled Research In Motion. For more wireless articles go to: Dialy Wireless Updates.


DAILY TELECOM NEWS: Cisco puts focus on security

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

Telecommunications Industry News & Updates.- Cisco Systems is expected to release security-management offerings that seek to reduce the management overhead of its equipment. Cisco System is heading the right direction, after know that the security market is right now in number one place in the IT spending budget for any size business and consumers.


TECH NEWS: The right price for AJAX is Free!

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

Technology Industry News & Updates.- Tibco's latest version of its General Interface Ajax and rich Internet application studio software will be available for a free license for public deployments, keeping in step with the hot, but inexpensive Ajax market.


TECH NEWS: My kids can iPod crazy now, too...

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Technology Industry News & Updates.- After bemoaning the emergence of the iPod as children's latest must-have toy, toy makers are now looking at the digital musical player as their own marketing strategy. In this undated handout photo released by Blue Box Toys, a small digital mixer is shown. Blue Box, known for military toys and preschool products, is breaking out with a line of cool white electronic musical instruments that allows users to jam to iPod tunes. The collection includes a stage mike, a drum stick, guitar, and ranges in price from $20 to $40. Sorry no picture, but check back for updates...

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Sunday, February 12, 2006

VOIP NEWS: Skype announces Web presence technology


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VoIP Industry News & Updates.- VoIP provider Skype Technologies has announced SkypeWeb, a presence feature that allows Skype users to see other users' online status. One of SkypeWeb's most interesting features is that it can be integrated into any Web site, allowing site administrators to facilitate VoIP calls. For more VoIP news go to: Daily VoIP News.

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Saturday, February 11, 2006

SATELLITE TV NEWS: Murdoch seeks satellite alliance to build Web, phone services

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Satellite TV Industry News & Updates.- Rupert Murdoch wants his DirecTV Group to form an alliance with satcaster rival EchoStar Communications in a plan to offer broadband access and phone services. "Cable has it, and we think it would be very powerful for us to have it as well," Murdoch said. Get news about the new IPTV revolution go to: Daily IPTV News

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VOIP NEWS: Wall Street cool on Vonage IPO

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

VoIP Industry News & Updates.- Despite being a pioneer in the hot VoIP market, Vonage's IPO to raise $250 million met with a lukewarm response on Wall Street, which expressed concern about the company's continued heavy spending and losses, and increased competition from telecoms and cable companies.

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Friday, February 10, 2006

DAILY TELECOM NEWS: Indian carriers cut rates amid stiff competition

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

Telecommunications Industry News & Updates.- India's two state-run telecoms, Mahanagar Telephone Nigam and Bharat Sanchar Nigam, announced steep cuts for long-distance prices. The strategy is part of an effort to fend off a fierce challenge from private carriers.

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Thursday, February 09, 2006

IPTV NEWS: Verizon's IPTV service "FiOS" plans are on target


By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

Telecommunications Industry News & Updates.- Verizon Communications Chairman and CEO Ivan Seidenberg said the telecom's plan to build a massive fiber-optic network was moving along nicely and that when it was finished, users would benefit greatly from the extra bandwidth. Seidenberg also commented on network neutrality, saying the controversy was more about cost than Internet traffic. For more IPTV news go to: Daily IPTV News

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Wednesday, February 08, 2006

ISP & BROADBAND NEWS: Qwest under pressure!

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

ISP & Broadband Industry News & Updates.- Qwest Communications now finds itself in the unenviable position of having to control spending at a time when other telecom and cable companies are investing billions in upgrades. Another challenge for the telco will be convincing municipalities such as Portland, Ore., and Denver that Qwest's network can handle demand for high-speed Internet services. Get high speed advice and saving tips at: Cogni360 Blog

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Tuesday, February 07, 2006

DAILY TELECOM NEWS: Telmex holds tight grip on Mexico's telecom market

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

Telecommunication Industry News & Updates.- Mexico is confronting many issues as it prepares for a presidential election in July, but one thorny topic that remains under the radar is a lack of competition in the telecom market, which is dominated by Telmex. Get free telecommunication advice and tips at: Cogni360 Blog.

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Sunday, February 05, 2006

VOIP NEWS: Businesses to spend less on data services

By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

VoIP Industry News & Updates.- Businesses will start spending less on data services in 2007 as they make a transition to IP systems, according to a report by In-Stat. Service providers should consider developing enhanced IP services such as security and storage features to generate additional revenue, the report says. For more news and updates go to: Daily VoIP News.

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Saturday, February 04, 2006

IPTV NEWS: Disney to carry full episodes of some shows online.


By Daily Telecom News, Power by Cogni360

IPTV Industry News & Updates.- The Walt Disney Co. will offer full episodes of shows such as "That's So Raven," "The Suite Life of Zack & Cody" and "Kim Possible" on DisneyChannel.com and JetixTv.com. Disney may offer advertisers the chance to show commercials before the shows run online -- a departure from the commercial-free Disney Channel. For more IPTV news go to: Daily IPTV News


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Friday, February 03, 2006

IPTV NEWS: IPSphereForum adds Verizon to its team

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ISP and Broadband Industry News & Updates.- Verizon Communications has officially joined the IPSphereForum, a group devoted to defining the future of IP technology. For more information go to: Telecommunications


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Wednesday, February 01, 2006

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WIRELESS NEWS: RIM in patent dispute gets help from U.S. Patent Office


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Wireless Industry News & Updates.- Research In Motion touted yesterday's decision by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office to strike down all of NTP's wireless e-mail claims. NTP said it would respond to the ruling, which was not final, and that it would appeal if necessary.

Meanwhile, the Justice Department took the unusual step of asking a federal judge not to shut down BlackBerry services in the U.S. until NTP can devise a better plan for how to deal with such a situation. A hearing to decide BlackBerry's fate is schedule for Feb. 24, setting up a scenario in which the presiding court could impose an injunction before the Patent Office reaches a final conclusion. For more information go to: Reuters, The New York Times (free registration), The Wall Street Journal (subscription required)



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TODAY'S QUOTE: A Quote by Tom Landry

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Today's Quote.- "When you want to win a game, you have to teach. When you lose a game, you have to learn."

Tom Landry,
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VOD NEWS: CBS to sell "Survivor" online, Not With Google!

By Daily Telecom News

Web Video On Demand Industry News & Updates.- CBS is skipping the middleman and entering the video download business itself. The network will begin selling "Survivor" episodes for $1.99 each through CBS.com. For more information go to: Los Angeles Times (free registration), CNNmoney/Reuters, Mediaweek


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WIRELESS NEWS: Cambridge join forces with MIT for Wi-Fi network

By Daily Telecom News

Wireless Industry News & Updates.- Cambridge, Mass., said it would work with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology to set up a Wi-Fi mesh network to offer free high-speed Internet access to residents. Harvard University also may join the project, the city's IT director said. For more information go to: Boston Herald/Associated Press


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TELECOM EVENTS: Author Steven Shepard teaches VoIP Crash Course

By Daily Telecom News

Telecommuniation Industry Events.- Steven Shepard author of highly popular books including VoIP Crash Course and Telecom Crash Course is teaching a VoIP and Telecom Crash Course at TelecomNEXT. Get your TelecomNEXT experience started right with these informative sessions; and then see the latest cutting-edge products and technologies for delivery of voice, video, data and new entertainment applications all on the TelecomNEXT exhibit floor. Register today!



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IPTV NEWS: Nortel-Huawei combo could create IPTV powerhouse


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ISP and Broadband Industry News & Updates.- The deal between Nortel Networks and Huawei Technologies to jointly develop broadband access equipment could position the companies to become leaders in the emerging IPTV market. However, the pair will face serious competition from the likes of Akimbo (The First to jump on the IPTV Revolution), Alcatel, Lucent Technologies and Siemens. For more information go to: BusinessWeek



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DAILY TELECOM NEWS: Sprint Nextel names local phone EQ


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Telecommuniation Industry News & Updates.- Sprint Nextel, which plans to spin off its local phone operation, said it will name the new company Embarq Corp. Embarq will trade on the NYSE as "EQ." For more information go to: American City Business Journals/Kansas City Business Journal (free registration), Reuters, San Jose Mercury News/Associated Press (free registration)


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