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March 14, 2007
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  • AT&T invests in IP network expansion
    AT&T intends to spend $750 million this year to extend the reach of its global IP network, which is twice as much as the company spent in 2006. The money is earmarked to expand AT&T's MPLS and DSL networks, as well as increase its IP VPN capabilities on a global basis. Network World (3/13)
Volt Telecom Group is pleased to announce Sam Edmondson, as our new Vice President of Wireless Network Solutions. Edmondson will be responsible to grow our wireless business and enlarge our footprint in the areas of maintenance, upgrades and infrastructure builds within the wireless industry. For more information, see our press release.
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  • Canadians can now take their number with them
    Number portability officially debuted in Canada on Wednesday, enabling Canadians to keep their existing phone number when switching to another service, whether it be wireless or wireline. Canadian officials expect number portability to increase competition among telecom providers. Canada.com (3/14)
  • Cisco buys NeoPath Networks
    Cisco Systems is buying NeoPath Networks, a file-storage-management company. While the terms of the deal were undisclosed, the purchase will enable Cisco to bolster its Service-Oriented Network Architecture. CNET (3/13)
  • TowerStream brings WiMAX to Miami: TowerStream has launched a WiMAX network in Miami, as the provider of broadband wireless access continues its aggressive expansion. TowerStream now provides service in eight U.S. cities. Telephony Online (3/13)
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  • Startup automates tech support
    Startup company Peak 8 Solutions' business plan includes offering better technical support tools for providers of cable and telecom services. Now that more and more services hang off broadband pipes, Peak 8 said it believed automating technical support could improve efficiencies. ScreenPlays (3/2007)
  • Nordic telecoms have high hopes for IPTV
    With broadband penetration high, Nordic operators, including Telenor and TeliaSonera, are hoping to tap into new revenue streams by delivering video services over a broadband connection. While still in its infancy, growth over the long haul is expected. IDC calculates that 14% of Swedish households will have IPTV by 2010. The Wall Street Journal (subscription required) (3/14)
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