Welcome to Carritech’s weekly news update, your source for the latest developments shaping the telecommunications industry. In this edition, we bring you a curated selection of stories that highlight the dynamic landscape of connectivity, innovation, and infrastructure expansion.

Let’s explore the top headlines of this week…

Deutsche Telekom wins Meta IP transit case: The Cologne Regional Court have ruled Meta to pay €20 million for continuing to send traffic to Telekom’s network after terminating their contract. Read Meta’s plans to appeal, as the decision reignites the debate over whether tech companies should share the costs of European network infrastructure.

Source: https://www.mobileeurope.co.uk/deutsche-telekom-wins-meta-ip-transit-case/

Plusnet expands fiber footprint with Deutsche GigaNetz deal: In Germany’s fragmented fiber market, Plusnet is expanding its fiber optic footprint to gain access to 500,000 connections in 11 states. Learn how this collaboration will allow Plusnet to deliver internet and cloud services more broadly while avoiding overbuilding and fostering competition.

Source: https://www.mobileeurope.co.uk/plusnet-expands-fibre-footprint-with-deutsche-giganetz-deal/

Sparkle tests VPN protected with quantum encryption: Sparkle has successfully tested an IPsec tunnel between Italy and Germany. Explore how this proof-of-concept showcases the integration of quantum-safe encryption into Sparkle’s network, enhancing data security and preparing for future quantum threats.

Source: https://www.capacitymedia.com/article/2d8r6xabz9lfqqadsutc0/news/sparkle-tests-vpn-protected-with-quantum-encryption

Orchest, DCConnect expand automation partnership:  Orchest Technologies and DCConnect Global have expanded their partnership to enhance connectivity, integrating DCConnect’s automation to access over 6,500 endpoints worldwide. Learn how this collaboration will allows Orchest to link 80 million access points in Latin America to global data centers and extends DCConnect’s quoting capabilities in Southeast Asia.

Source: https://www.capacitymedia.com/article/2d8qju5fw5r8y64xzwg00/news/orchest-dcconnect-expand-automation-partnership

As the telecommunications industry continues to evolve at a rapid pace, Carritech remains committed to keeping you informed about the latest developments and trends shaping the landscape. From pivotal advances to security to modernising legislation, every story highlighted in this week’s news update emphasises the industry’s resilience, flexibility, and forward-thinking perspective.