Intelligent CIO Europe Issue 48 | Page 10

NEWS

Nokia deploys its 5G Standalone Core for Telia in Finland

Nokia is also in the process of rolling out its 5G SA Core for Telia in Denmark , Estonia , Lithuania , Norway and Sweden .
The rollout in Finland includes Nokia ’ s cloud packet core and registers , which allows subscriber data to be consolidated into a common repository using a distributed and flexible architecture . Telia is also using Nokia ’ s Radio Access Network .
Nokia is leading the 5G SA Core market , with over 80 CSP and enterprise customers around the world ; that includes nearly 30 CSPs in Europe . In addition , 25 of the top 40 service providers by revenue rely on Nokia core network products .

Nokia has announced it has deployed its 5G Standalone

( SA ) Core network in Finland for Telia , allowing the Swedish Communication Service Provider ( CSP ) to deliver new advanced 5G services like slicing , provide stronger and more reliable network performance and more readily monetise its network assets .
Jari Collin , Telia Finland CTO , said : “ We are now taking the most significant step forward since the launch of 5G , as SA enables all the revolutionary features of 5G .
“ Thanks to our co-operation with our trusted partner , Nokia , Finland will keep its position as a leading mobile country in the world .”

Check Point Software launches Mind to make cybersecurity knowledge and skills accessible

Check Point Software Technologies , a leading provider of cybersecurity solutions globally , is launching Check Point Mind , a knowledge training portal , in collaboration with over 200 of the world ’ s most recognised training partners . Users can sign up with the portal for free and choose from a wide range of courses and programmes available from over 200 partners . Payment can be made through credit card or Check Point Learning Credits .

“ Check Point ’ s Mind training portal launch comes at a time where cybersecurity training is more important than ever . With Check Point as a premium partner , we ’ re excited to leverage its capabilities to equip both the current and next generation of CISOs and cybersecurity specialists with the tools needed to certify their knowledge and skills and enhance their careers in the industry ,” said Chris DeMale , Director of Channel Business Development for ISACA .
“ With the continued increase in cyberattacks and more sophisticated cyberthreats , Check Point Software , as an enabler of cybersecurity , is committed to making cybersecurity education and knowledge accessible ,” said Liat Doron , Vice President ,
Learning and Training , Check Point Software Technologies . “ Through Check Point Mind , we aim to equip anyone from students to C-level executives with cybersecurity knowledge and skills to help meet the global demand for more cybersecurity professionals .”
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