Nov 7, 2022

Hypothetical Network Series #1: High Bandwidth MPLS

Back in 2019, we built a hypothetical network to illustrate how different network configurations might affect total cost of ownership (TCO).

Now that it's nearly 2023, we got to thinking, if Cheaper By the Dozen can get a reboot, why can't our hypothetical network series?

So here we are. The world has changed a lot in the last three years, and WAN managers are also facing a number of changes.

Nov 4, 2022

The Reemergence of Mexican Subsea

After decades without new routes, several new cables landing in the Gulf have been announced, with more undoubtedly on the way.

These new routes will provide additional international capacity, reduce dependence on a limited number of terrestrial crossings, and build resiliency in international connectivity.

But what's driving this reemergence of Mexican subsea?

Oct 27, 2022

Did a Laser-Powered Chip Just Break a World Record?

This just in: a laser-powered chip may have broken a world record by transmitting a dizzying amount of data through a fiber optic cable in one second.

Somebody call Guinness—or just keep reading to learn more. 

Oct 25, 2022

Webinar: Africa, Continent of Digital Opportunity

On Wednesday, November 2 at 11:00 a.m. ET, Senior Research Manager Patrick Christian will join Ciena's Brian Lavallée for a live webinar.

As always, you can expect lively conversation and fresh data—starting with the latest Sub-Saharan Africa bandwidth trends.

Oct 21, 2022

Examining APAC’s Hyperscale Network at Capacity Asia 2022

Good news: APAC's most senior connectivity conference is back and ready to deliver holistic insight into digital infrastructure developments and trends.

We're talking about Capacity Asia 2022, which will be held November 29-December 1 in Singapore.

More good news: TeleGeography’s own Research Director Rob Schult will be making an appearance.

Rob will be featured in a keynote panel focused on how the bond between subsea and data centers is stimulating APAC’s hyperscale network.

Oct 20, 2022

The Data Center Sector: An Uncertain Juncture

There’s a remarkable sense of uncertainty in the data center sector right now.

Some of the biggest global markets have seen unprecedented disruption to data center development as regulators and utility companies attempt to work through critical issues surrounding the long-term sustainability of the industry. 

At the same time, the war in Ukraine has fueled tremendous volatility in European wholesale power prices, bringing further stress to an industry that’s fundamentally dependent on vast amounts of power. Let’s unpack the current situation.

Oct 19, 2022

A Passage to India: 5G Finally Arrives

The second most populous nation in the world, India, also boasts the world’s second-largest mobile market, with almost 1.15 billion subscriptions at the end of June 2022, according to TeleGeography’s GlobalComms Database.

The country’s mobile customers are getting access to 5G services for the first time this month following the widely anticipated launch.

Oct 18, 2022

What Role Do Satellites Play in Global Communication?

It's kind of an inside joke among telecom insiders.

We've all had that conversation with a friend or family member where we've told them the hard truth: the internet is actually made up of wires and satellite plays a very minor role in global communications!

Okay. This remains true, but today on TeleGeography Explains the Internet we're going to flip the script and look to the sky. Let's do it. Let's talk satellites!

Oct 14, 2022

Telecoms World Asia Is Back in Bangkok

Telecoms World Asia—the region's premier conference focused entirely on Asian telcos—will be back in action November 2–3, 2022 in Bangkok, Thailand.

Attendees can expect thorough discussions on the future of telco networks, 5G roll out progress, the digitization of customer services/processes, and more.

Oct 13, 2022

Cutting off Europe? A Look at How the Continent Connects to the World

With the recent damage to the Nord Stream gas pipeline, there's been lots of talk about the potential risk to submarine telecommunications cables in Europe.

This incident has led to speculation about whether it would be possible to somehow “cut off” Europe from the rest of the world. While I don't want to speculate on the risk of sabotage, I did think it would be worthwhile to explain exactly how the continent connects to the rest of the world.