UK’s Drone Industry Growth: Regulatory Change Key to Unlocking Potential

A recent report commissioned by BT and carried out by GSMA Intelligence stresses the need for new regulations to help the UK drone industry catch up with leading countries. The study contains a ‘drone readiness index,’ which places the UK behind countries like Japan, Switzerland, France, Germany, and Italy due to better-established regulatory systems and…

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EE & Nokia Small Cells Enhancing 4G: A Coverage Revolution in Crowded Spaces

UK operator EE has been working on enhancing its 4G coverage by deploying small cells in various towns and cities across the country. Areas such as Birmingham, Sheffield, and Brighton now benefit from EE’s small cells, which have been designed to increase 4G capacity and reduce congestion in busy locations. The small cells are often…

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A quick roundup of the news in Telecoms | Week #23

Rising Ransomware Costs Versus Cybersecurity Countermeasures Industry reports indicate that hackers are thriving despite advancements in cyber defense. The median cost of ransomware attacks has doubled to $26,000 over the past two years, with 95% of incidents resulting in financial loss ranging from $1 to $2.25 million. Social engineering and phishing remain highly effective tactics…

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