Cable Communications Achievement Awards Nov 2, 2009
A communications professional with 25 years experience in the cable and telecommunications industry, Cunningham holds the position of Mid South Regional Manager of Community and Government Relations for Suddenlink Communications. In this position, she works closely with the Louisiana and Arkansas cable systems to promote and publicize their activities, to assist in their relations with franchise authorities and local press, and to position them as the broadband leaders in their areas. (Multichannel News)
Thomas Listed on Naismith Watch List Oct 30, 2009
In 2009, ATn ranked No. 1 in the telecommunications industry on FORTUNE magazine's list of the World's Most Admired Companies. Additional information about AT and the products and services provided by ATidiaries and affiliates is available at http://www. (Gohuskies.com)
Maxis needs to invest further in Internet technology Oct 30, 2009
"Maxis will be able to help grow the local telecommunications industry as investors relook at other mobile operators' strategies in tapping the potential of mobile broadband," James Lau, senior director for equities at Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd, told Bernama. "Internet is a big medium and telco players need to bring in new applications using the Web. The demand capacity is getting bigger and there is a need to invest in this space," he said in an interview on Monday. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Cell phone tower plan raises static in Weymouth Oct 30, 2009
Parisi said that the telecommunications industry is quite creative with designing poles that have eye appeal. We have been able to develop a uni-pole that has antennas inside it rather than on the outside, he said. (Weymouth News, MA)
Homestead Naturals offers best of organic Oct 29, 2009
More than a decade ago, Tim and Jacqui Rhoads had top positions and high salaries in the fast-growing telecommunications industry, had traveled around the country to start new companies, and had lived a comfortable life. Then World Com filed for bankruptcy and the telecommunications industry bubble burst. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Candidates Meet in LWV-Hosted Monroe Debate Oct 28, 2009
When the moderator asked the candidates to give their qualifications, Mr. Buzi referred to his experience as a teacher, earning his MBA and passing the CPA exam to work in corporate finances for the telecommunications industry. Mr. Vavrek said he has worked for 25 years in sales. (Voices, CT)
Telstra to Seek Investor Approval as Government Demands Breakup of Company Oct 28, 2009
Shareholders would like to see a separation plan that delivers three things -- regulatory certainty, fair financial consideration for assets acquired by the national broadband network and a level regulatory playing field for the telecommunications industry, said , who helps manage about $1 billion at Pengana Capital Ltd. in Sydney, including Telstra stock. Telstra rose 5 cents, or 1. (Bloomberg -- Australia & New Zealand)
Downloads can cost a bundle Oct 27, 2009
Some people are taking out personal loans to cover debts racked up after buying smart phones that can do everything from play a video to provide satellite navigation, according to the Telecommunications Industry Ombudsman ... Source: Telecommunications Industry Ombudsman. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Threat to pull plug on dodgy telcos Oct 27, 2009
Telecommunications Industry Ombudsman (TIO) Annual Report 2009 ... The annual by the Telecommunications Industry Ombudsman (TIO), released late last week, showed a in the total number of complaints by consumers in the last financial year ... We recently went through the Telecommunications Industry Ombudsman to resolve a dispute with Telstra. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
FCC votes to begin crafting `net neutrality' rules Oct 25, 2009
Despite the concerns of the telecommunications industry and the agency's two Republicans, the Federal Communications Commission voted to begin writing so-called "network neutrality" regulations to prevent phone and cable companies from abusing their control over the market for broadband access. FCC Chairman Julius Genachowski said regulations are needed to ensure that broadband subscribers can access all legal Web sites and services, including Internet calling applications and video sites that... (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Complaints against telcos jump 54 per cent Oct 25, 2009
Complaints against the telecommunications industry rose a whopping 54 per cent in the 2008/09 financial year, prompting the industry ombudsman to issue a warning to business and consumers. Releasing the Telecommunications Industry Ombudsman's annual report today, the ombudsman, Deirdre O'Donnell, revealed 230,065 complaints had been lodged by consumers and small business. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
FCC approves draft net-neutrality rules Oct 24, 2009
The Federal Communications Commission unanimously agreed Thursday to draft new rules designed to ensure Internet access providers don't hinder or promote particular devices, applications or content on their network, over the fierce objections of the telecommunications industry. Get Quote. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Nothing 'smart' about a $10,000 phone bill Oct 23, 2009
Or as Telecommunications Industry Ombudsman (TIO) Deirdre O'Donnell dubs it - "bill shock". "We are finding examples of parents whose children use the trip home (from school) on the train to update their social networking page and chat with a friend that can result in quite a big bill," Ms O'Donnell told reporters on Friday. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Thorpe moves to scuttle doping claims Oct 23, 2009
October 15, 2009 08:51pm AEDT. IAN Thorpe has provided the country's drug testing agency with medical evidence in an attempt to clear his name of doping. (Yahoo News -- Swimming)
Kindle Firm Amazon Had A Sizzling Q3 As Sales Soar 28% Oct 23, 2009
Despite the concerns of the telecommunications industry and the agency's two Republicans, the Federal Communications. 10/22/2009 06:46 PM ET. (Investors Business Daily)
FCC to begin crafting ‘net neutrality’ rules Oct 23, 2009
Despite the concerns of the telecommunications industry and the agency s two Republicans, the Federal Communications Commission voted to begin writing so-called network neutrality regulations to prevent phone and cable companies from abusing their control over the market for broadband access. The FCC chairman, Julius Genachowski, said regulations are needed to ensure that broadband subscribers can access all legal websites and services, including calling applications and video sites that compete... (Boston Globe)
Solar Energy After Spain Oct 20, 2009
Having worked in the telecommunications industry, there's an analogy at hand. Refined silicon and electronics are as basic to optical fiber as they are to PV manufacture. (Energy Pulse, CO)
China's cell phone use surges to high Oct 20, 2009
BEIJING, Oct. 20 -- China's mobile communications business accounted for more than 60 percent of the total telecommunications industry income in the first nine months, a record high since the country started to collect such figures a decade ago, the industry regulator said Monday. The portion of fixed line income fell 4 percentage points year on year to 28. (Xinhuanet, China)
Is the NSA spying on U.S. Internet traffic? Oct 20, 2009
The former workers, both of whom were approached by and spoke separately to Salon, asked to remain anonymous because they still work in the telecommunications industry. They both left the company in good standing. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
ACC Bestows TWC's East, Suddenlink's Cunningham With Achievement Awards Oct 16, 2009
The Cable Communications Achievement Award recognizes individuals for their outstanding contributions within cable communications and to ACC.The awards will be presented to Cunningham, mid South regional manager of community and government relations, at Suddenlink, and East, executive vice president and chief communications officer, at Time Warner Cable, on Oct. 27 in the Colorado Convention Center in Denver during ACC's Forum 2009 conference, "Communicating Cable 3.0: People, Products &... (Multichannel News)
Missing forms upset Myer float parade Oct 15, 2009
The Minister for Communications, Stephen Conroy, seems to read whatever he can to help expand his knowledge of the telecommunications industry. One book that appears to have grabbed the senator's interest lately is the tome on the Sol Trujillo years at Telstra, Wired Brown Land. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Telecom reform delays will hurt consumers: Conroy Oct 14, 2009
Delaying changes to the regulation of Australia's telecommunications industry would see higher prices and restricted consumer choice continue, Federal Communications Minster Stephen Conroy says. Under legislation before parliament, Telstra faces the structural separation of its wholesale and retail businesses, either voluntarily or forcibly. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Anixter to Host Webcast to Unveil New Infrastructure Assurance Program to the Security and Cabling Industries Oct 8, 2009
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World War III Could Be Fought on Internet, Says ITU Head Oct 6, 2009
The telecommunications industry will always have investment, because it's a profitable industry, he said. That's turning out to be the case in Rwanda, said President Paul Kagame, where state infrastructure projects have attracted investment from Chinese network equipment manufacturers. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
NBN co snares key figures Oct 6, 2009
Mr McLaren has also worked or consulted for Telstra, Optus, Telecom Fiji, AAPT and Siemens during 25 years in the telecommunications industry ... Both Gary and Steve have considerable experience in the telecommunications industry, with challenging and senior roles at major companies in Australia and overseas, NBN Co chief executive,'' Mike Quigley said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Watchdog swamped by phone complaints Oct 4, 2009
The Telecommunications Industry Ombudsman, Deirdre O'Donnell, said customers, confused by caps on downloading emails and data, were being hit with exorbitant charges ... Source: Telecommunications Industry Ombudsman. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Emergency Alert System Deemed 'Unreliable' Oct 3, 2009
"Effective public warning depends on the cooperation of stakeholders, such as emergency managers and the telecommunications industry, yet many stakeholders GAO contacted knew little about IPAWS and expressed the need for better coordination with FEMA," the report said. FEMA also conducted a series of pilot programs, but failed to analyze its effectiveness, the report said. (Newsmax)
Hawaiian Telcom warns customers of scam offering long distance Oct 3, 2009
PIC, or Presubscribed Interexchange Carrier, is the telecommunications industry name for a long-distance carrier. When a PIC is frozen, the customer s long-distance carrier cannot be changed unless the customer calls Hawaiian Telcom and authorizes the change. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
MPC lawsuit finally near end Oct 1, 2009
The lawsuit alleged that Montana Power management breached its contract with shareholders by moving from being a power company to going into the telecommunications industry, according to a Web site set up by the plaintiffs. The plaintiffs claim Montana Power sold most of its assets without seeking two-thirds approval from the shareholders, which eventually devalued their stock. (Montana Standard, MT)
Tech Mah raises Rs 300 cr to repay debt Sep 25, 2009
Tech Mahindra is a leading provider of solutions and services to the telecommunications industry, majority stake owned by Mahindra dra Limited, in partnership with British Telecommunications plc. With total revenues of Rs 4,464. (India Times)
NAMIC Announces Winners of 2009 Excellence in Multi-cultural Marketing Awards Sep 23, 2009
Campaigns developed for the cable and telecommunications industry targeting the African American, Asian, Hispanic or other ethnic markets were evaluated on sound and innovative strategy, strength of creative execution against the strategy and tactics, implementation and results. Deviating from the traditional "best of" competition method, each entry was judged against a standard of excellence and not against other entrants. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
ARRIS Purchases Digeo, Inc. in Cash Transaction Sep 23, 2009
Other factors include customer adoption of our technologies, development and marketing of technology by our competitors, rights to intellectual property and the current trend toward increasing patent litigation, market trends and the adoption of industry standards, and consolidations within the telecommunications industry of both the customer and supplier base. This list of factors is representative of the factors which could affect our forward-looking statements and is not intended as an all... (PR Newswire)
Zambia: Sata's Lying - Ronnie Sep 22, 2009
The pre-qualification criteria to bid for Zamtel includes a minimum of five years of licensed operation in the telecommunications industry, as the entity's primary activity. The intending bidders also need to have at least three million subscribers with total assets exceeding the liabilities by at least $250 million. (allAfrica.com)
'Open' Net guidelines pushed Sep 22, 2009
(09-21) 17:38 PDT -- The chairman of the Federal Communications Commission proposed stricter rules Monday to ensure that Internet providers don't block or slow traffic over their networks, a widely anticipated move that drew swift criticism from the telecommunications industry. Images. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Rudd's telco plan heeds call for reform Sep 21, 2009
And this is a rolled-gold, genuine reform that will enhance competition in the telecommunications industry, to the benefit of most Australians. What's more, it corrects errors in telecoms industry reform that go right back to the Hawke government's decision, in 1990, to combine the two public monopolies - Telecom and the Overseas Telecommunications Commission - before letting in Optus and other competitors, rather than evening things up by allowing Optus to buy OTC.. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Google says Apple rejected its iPhone voice app Sep 19, 2009
The issue over Google's voice service could have far-reaching implications for the U.S. telecommunications industry. Depending on how the FCC responds, it could either pave the way for new entrants or hinder their ability to use large carriers' phones to offer discount services. (MSNBC -- Technology)
InteleCom Announces the Appointment of Ann Colness as Its Corporate Spokesperson Sep 19, 2009
com many years of successful executive management and training in the telecommunications industry ... "As a company we are extremely excited about the addition of Mrs. Colness to our team. Along with the years of experience in the telecommunications industry she brings a high-profile presence to our company," stated John A. Roberts, Jr., CEO of MSI, in an interview. (Primezone Releases)
DeBary sign manufacturer getting up to $150,000 incentive Sep 18, 2009
Their newest product line will aid the telecommunications industry in efforts to be more energy-efficient through solar technology. Officials said the jobs created in DeBary will pay an average annual wage of $35,644 and that other counties, including Seminole, were vying to have the company relocate to their jurisdictions. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Times group, Dishtv ink strategic tie up Sep 16, 2009
Evolution of cellular technologies and increasing number subscribers in India has driven telecommunications industry to become one of the fastest growing industries in India today. Mobile active service is aimed to meet this demand. (India Times, India -- Intl Business)
Telstra changes welcomed, but questions remain Sep 16, 2009
A Telecommunications Industry Ombudsmen's report released last month showed customer complaints in the sector rose 1. 8 per cent in the first half of the year, following on from a 46 per cent increase in the 2007-08 financial year. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
iiNet says consumers will be big winners from telco reforms Sep 16, 2009
"It should provide greater certainty for the telecommunications industry and encourage investment, innovation and jobs.". Mr Malone said while the company was still examining the detail of the reforms, decisions requiring Telstra to split its wholesale and retail operations and the streamlining of market would support competition. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Mobile phone operators promise to improve advertising Sep 14, 2009
"The broader telecommunications industry has for some time walked a fine line between compliant and non-compliant advertising," Mr Samuel said. "The ACCC welcomes the co-operation of the three major carriers in clearly articulating what is fair to consumers and what is not, and their commitment to the basic principle of truth in advertising.". (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
$100M-Plus Broadband Map Runs Into Cost Questions Sep 13, 2009
That $350 million tag struck some people in the telecommunications industry as excessive, compared with existing, smaller efforts. The map won't even be done in time to help decide where to spend much of the $7. (ABC News -- Wire)
FCC launches social networking sites Sep 12, 2009
The Federal Communications Commission, the U.S. agency that regulates the telecommunications industry, is becoming more media savvy by joining popular networking sites such as Twitter, YouTube and Facebook. The agency, which is conducting a series of workshops to hear from the industry and public on what the FCC's national broadband plan should include, is also urging the public to vote on which topics are the most important. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Windstream buys Lexcom for $141M Sep 10, 2009
The telecommunications industry continues to grow rapidly due to increased technological capabilities and ever-changing habits of users, said Richard Reese, Lexcom s CEO and chairman of the board. However, whereby size and scope have become much more important in the industry, the board of directors feels that Windstream, especially considering its size and its presence within North Carolina, is positioned to continue providing state-of-the-art services to Lexcom s customers. (Business Journal of the Greater Triad Area)
Northwest fiber optic cuts can disrupt but fix is fast Sep 6, 2009
The Telecommunications Industry Association has no figures on the exact number of service breaks across the country because companies are concerned about security and disclosing system designs or potential network vulnerabilities, according to spokesman Mike Snyder. And a Qwest spokesman said it was unlikely the Denver-based company would know how many people were affected by the Aug. 24 outage in Oregon and Washington. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Fans Decide Who's Best in College Football With the AT&T All-America Player of the Week Sep 5, 2009
In 2009, AT&T again ranked No. 1 in the telecommunications industry on FORTUNE magazine's list of the World's Most Admired Companies. Additional information about AT&T Inc. and the products and services provided by AT&T subsidiaries and affiliates is available at. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Mexico's Caldern still popular, despite brutal year Sep 3, 2009
Caldern introduced a 10-point plan for the coming year, including reforms to the telecommunications industry to make it more competitive, rooting out corruption in state energy agencies, and creating a leaner bureaucracy over all, to free up funds for social spending. Why. (Christian Science Monitor -- World)
Glo Mobile Ghana unveils Ambassadors Sep 2, 2009
Accra, Sept. 1, GNA - Glo Mobile Ghana, one of the latest entrants in the country's mobile telecommunications industry, on Tuesday unveiled 17 personalities as ambassadors to promote their brand. The ambassadors drawn across the music, movie, sports and entertainment sectors is in line with the cellular outfit's corporate policy of recognising outstanding achievements and encouraging enterprise. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Rwanda: A Step Closer to Being an ICT Hub [editorial] Sep 1, 2009
While the above development is a stopgap measure, it calls for all stakeholders in the telecommunications industry to pull their weight behind it. The investment has been a national one, meaning a win-win situation has to prevail. (allAfrica.com)
Skirmish over health care: Shea-Porter forum filled with tension Aug 30, 2009
"Shea-Porter said she wanted to inform people of what she called the consumer-friendly and choice aspects of the reform bill that passed her education and labor committee. "We believe in choices except for health care," she said about the public option plan of the reform proposal which she believes will foster competition and drive down health care costs."This is exactly what we wanted to hear," Shea-Porter said after the meeting about the mood of the event. "The questions were tough but we were... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
A simple change could dramatically improve hospitals {ndash} and American health care Aug 30, 2009
Litvak, who cut his academic teeth analyzing the Soviet telecommunications industry, may have seemed an unlikely avatar of efficiency, but he had the advantage of not carrying the baggage of medical traditions that can crush the spirit of innovators. And so, armed with a branch of mathematics known as queuing theory, Litvak began to rearrange Cincinnati Children s Hospital. (Boston Globe)
Maximising Growth Opportunities in Vietnam's Telecom Industry Aug 28, 2009
Speaking about the gold mine of opportunities in Vietnam, Nitin Bhat, senior vice president, ICT practice at Frost & Sullivan, commented, "Foreign investors are queuing up to unearth gold in the Vietnamese telecommunications industry and rightly so as it remains the last emerging market frontier. With a mix of over 70 percent mobile penetration, and under 5 percent household broadband penetration, Vietnam offers immense opportunities for innovative business models.". Topics of discussion include... (PR Newswire)
Graybar Names Mike Dumas St. Louis District Vice President Aug 21, 2009
He also currently sits on the board of directors for the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA). "Graybar thanks Mike Fowler for his many contributions to the company over his long career, and we wish him all the best in retirement," said Dennis DeSousa, Graybar's senior vice president of U.S. business. (PR Newswire)
China Mobile Limited Announces 2009 Interim Results Aug 20, 2009
Macroeconomic slowdown, a rising mobile communications penetration rate and changes in the competitive environment of the telecommunications industry in China have posed challenges to the development of the Group's business in the first half of 2009 ... The impact of the global financial crisis on China's economy, changes in the competitive environment of the telecommunications industry and the continuing increase of the mobile communications penetration rate are key factors that affect the... (PR Newswire)
Rajiv Gandhi remembered on 65th birth anniversary Aug 20, 2009
He began dismantling the Licence Raj -- government quotas, tariffs and permit regulations on economic activity -- modernised the telecommunications industry, expanded science and technology initiatives and improved relations with the US.. More Stories from this section. (India Times, India -- Community News)
Connexion Technologies Breaks Top 100 of the Inc. 500 as NC's Fastest Growing Company Aug 18, 2009
Connexion Ranks as No. 84 Overall and No. 4 in the Telecommunications Industry. Press Release. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Cellcom Israel Announces Second Quarter 2009 Results and Strengthens its Position as the Market Leader Aug 17, 2009
For additional details regarding MIRS see our most recent Annual Report on Form 20-F for the year 2008 under "B. Business Overview - The Telecommunications Industry in Israel - Cellular Services". At this stage there is no certainty a transaction will be agreed upon nor executed. (PR Newswire)
Madness on wheels Aug 11, 2009
The reasons given for quashing the study were - as always with government bureaucracies - opaque, but I smell the influence of the multi-billion dollar telecommunications industry, which clearly would not want a little highway carnage to stand in the way of profits. The researchers had proposed a more detailed and longer-term study of 10,000 drivers, but the kibosh was put on that as well. (Braintree Forum, MA)
Tellabs Intends to Repurchase Up to $200 Million in Common Shares Aug 11, 2009
Factors that might cause such a difference include, but are not limited to, risks associated with: the competitive landscape, including pricing and margin pressures, the response of customers and competitors, industry consolidation, the introduction of new products, the entrance into new markets, the ability to secure necessary resources, the ability to realize anticipated savings under our cost-reduction initiatives, and overall negative economic conditions generally and disruptions in credit... (PR Newswire)
Pete Wentz Confirmed as Keynote Speaker at Billboard's Mobile Entertainment Live! Aug 7, 2009
CTIA -The Wireless Association is the international association for the wireless telecommunications industry, representing carriers, manufacturers and wireless Internet providers. CTIA is also recognized as the producer of two annual technology events: International CTIA WIRELESS 2010 takes place in Las Vegas, March 23-25; International CTIA WIRELESS IT tainment 2010 takes place in San Francisco, October 6-8. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
French battery maker gets money for Cecil project Aug 6, 2009
The lithium-ion batteries that he hopes to produce in Jacksonville would also be sold to the telecommunications industry since their smaller size gives providers more backup power without forcing them to alter the infrastructure to handle bigger batteries. The planned manufacturing facility would also develop batteries capable of storing alternative energy. (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)
A surge, please, on state bans against TWD (texting while driving) Aug 5, 2009
The wireless telecommunications industry, represented by a group known as CITA, supports state bans. Verizon Wireless and the American Trucking Association have specifically backed the ALERT bill. (Christian Science Monitor)
SES ASTRA and Yahsat Appoint CEO for Middle East Satellite Company Aug 4, 2009
Mohamed Youssif has more than 20 years of professional experience in the satellite and telecommunications industry, particularly in the Middle East. Before taking responsibility for YahLive, he headed the commercial operations of Arab Satellite Communications Organisation (Arabsat) as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO). (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
