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Verizon Business takes private 5G global
Verizon Business has announced the launch of its international private 5G platform for global enterprises located in Europe and the Asia-Pacific region .
Delivered in partnership with Nokia , the offering will enable businesses to deploy a private industrial-grade dedicated 5G network capability within their premises . In addition to ultra-low latency and increased speed , a key benefit of a private 5G network is the ability for businesses , particularly those with manufacturing , distribution and logistics facilities , to deploy a customized on-
site mobile network , eliminating the need to transmit data through public networks .
“ We ’ ve announced the next phase of Verizon ’ s global 5G vision with the launch of private 5G for our international customers ,” said Tami Erwin , CEO , Verizon Business . “ If the past few months have taught us anything , it ’ s that there ’ s never been a more critical time for mobility , broadband and cloud products and services . Private 5G networks will be a transformative technology that will drive the new era of disruption and innovation for enterprises around the world .”
A private 5G network is a self-contained network where its components all reside in a single facility , consisting of micro towers and small cells and connects to an organization ’ s Local Area Network ( LAN ) and enterprise applications . It will utilize Nokia ’ s Digital Automation Cloud , a private wireless network solution , with automation enablers that will allow for application deployment through a web-based interface .
Acronis deploys local cyber data centres and enhances its cyber infrastructure
Acronis , a global leader in cyber protection , has announced plans to expand its global network of cloud data centres , including new state-of-the-art facilities in Canada , New Zealand and Bhutan . Announced at the Acronis Global Cyber Summit 2020 , the expansion ensures that the full range of Acronis Cyber Protection Solutions will be available to partners and organisations around the world , which is critical now that an estimated twothirds of employees work remotely and rely on cloud-based services .
The announcement also revealed Acronis ’ plan to add an additional 100 micro data centres to its global network , which already includes collocated and managed services data centres in the US , the UK , Switzerland , France , Germany , Japan , Australia and Singapore . Another new data centre in Vancouver , Canada , was announced earlier in October .
“ The rise of Edge Computing around the world means more data is now created and used away from company networks ,” said Serguei Beloussov , Founder and CEO of Acronis .
“ Micro data centres enable the efficient deployment of Edge Computing , particularly in emerging markets . As part of Acronis ’
Global-Local Strategy , this expansion allows us to provide the local , cost-efficient , bandwidth-efficient and low-latency cloud services our global partners demand .
“ It demonstrates our commitment to offering the cloud-based services and cyber protection that partners and users need in today ’ s digital world .”
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