Airtel’s AI-powered spam solution flagged over 8 billion spam calls in 2.5 months

Bharti Airtel has announced the release of a detailed report highlighting the performance of its AI-powered spam solution, marking a significant milestone in network security in India. Continue reading “Airtel’s AI-powered spam solution flagged over 8 billion spam calls in 2.5 months”

Wayanad landslides: Airtel offers unlimited Talk Time, free data

Bharti Airtel has announced support measures for communities impacted by the recent landslides in Wayanad, Kerala. Continue reading “Wayanad landslides: Airtel offers unlimited Talk Time, free data”

Jio, Airtel, Vodafone Idea submit bids for 5G spectrum auction on June 6

The three major private telecom companies in India – Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel, and Vodafone Idea (Vi) – have submitted their applications for the upcoming spectrum auction, reports Economic Times. Continue reading “Jio, Airtel, Vodafone Idea submit bids for 5G spectrum auction on June 6”

Telecom tariff could be hiked by up to 17% post-election: Report

The telecom industry is poised for a 15% to 17% tariff hike following India’s general elections, according to an analyst report cited by Moneycontrol. The primary beneficiary of this anticipated increase is expected to be Bharti Airtel. Continue reading “Telecom tariff could be hiked by up to 17% post-election: Report”

Airtel adopts recycled PVC SIM cards in collaboration with IDEMIA

Bharti Airtel, in partnership with IDEMIA Secure Transactions, has announced a shift from using new plastic to recycled PVC for its SIM cards. Continue reading “Airtel adopts recycled PVC SIM cards in collaboration with IDEMIA”

Airtel tests its network for 5G wearables in India with Ericsson’s RedCap

Bharti Airtel, in collaboration with Ericsson and Qualcomm Technologies, has achieved a significant milestone by successfully testing Ericsson’s pre-commercial Reduced Capability (RedCap) software on the Airtel 5G network. This groundbreaking testing marks the first implementation and validation of RedCap in India, conducted on a 5G TDD network. Continue reading “Airtel tests its network for 5G wearables in India with Ericsson’s RedCap”

Airtel Xstream AirFiber home Wi-Fi service powered by Airtel 5G Plus launched

Airtel, has launched Xstream AirFiber, a fixed wireless access (FWA) offering, utilizing 5G technology. This service aims to cater to the growing need for Wi-Fi connectivity in homes, particularly in areas where traditional fiber infrastructure is scarce. Continue reading “Airtel Xstream AirFiber home Wi-Fi service powered by Airtel 5G Plus launched”

Adani, Vi seek extension for 5G roll out deadline: Report

Adani Data Networks and Vodafone Idea have sought an extension from the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) for the deadline to launch 5G services, as reported by financialexpress. Continue reading “Adani, Vi seek extension for 5G roll out deadline: Report”

Airtel, Apollo Hospitals and AWS carry out India’s first 5G-driven colonoscopy trial

While 5G has not much to do with consumer telecommunications apart from its blazing speed, it has a lot more industrial applications in the fields of IoT, health care, etc. Continue reading “Airtel, Apollo Hospitals and AWS carry out India’s first 5G-driven colonoscopy trial”

Airtel and Tech Mahindra partner to co-develop and market 5G use cases

Bharti Airtel and Tech Mahindra today announced a strategic partnership to jointly grow and market innovative solutions for India’s digital economic development. In India, Airtel and Tech Mahindra will collaborate to develop and market 5G use cases. Continue reading “Airtel and Tech Mahindra partner to co-develop and market 5G use cases”

Airtel announces new corporate structure to focus on digital business

Bharti Airtel has announced a new corporate structure to tap into the digital opportunity in the country. The new structure envisages Airtel Digital Limited folding into the listed entity, Bharti Airtel. Continue reading “Airtel announces new corporate structure to focus on digital business”

Bharti Airtel, Ola team up for integrated digital services

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Bharti Airtel has teamed up with Ola to offer a range of digital services. Under the strategic partnership, Airtel Payments Bank will integrate with Ola app while Ola Money will integrate with Airtel digital properties. This will allow Ola users an additional digital payment mode while booking rides. Continue reading “Bharti Airtel, Ola team up for integrated digital services”

Google teams up with Bharti Airtel and SK Telecom for next generation of mobile networks

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Google has partnered with Bharti Airtel and SK Telecom to build a platform for operators to run their network services. The company says its own SDN framework will enable networks to adapt to new services and traffic patterns. Continue reading “Google teams up with Bharti Airtel and SK Telecom for next generation of mobile networks”

Singtel to acquire 7.4% stake in Bharti Telecom

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Singapore Telecommunications (Singtel) has acquired 7.39 percent stake in the Indian telecom company, Bharti Telecom the parent of Bharti Airtel. It plans to acquire a 21 percent stake in Intouch for 1.58 billion Singapore dollars ($1.18 billion) and an additional 7.39 percent stake in Bharti Telecom for 884 million Singapore dollars ($650 million), through wholly-owned subsidiaries.
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