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Advisory: Internet & Phone Service Disruption
The Department of Consumer Affairs is advising the public that it experienced a temporary disruption in internet and phone services. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Consumer Affairs is experiencing a temporary disruption to internet and phone services. Customers are encouraged to visit the D. Rego Building, 3rd Floor, 75 Raid Street... Read more of this article
Paradise Mobile Awarded Fastest Mobile Network
Ookla has named Paradise Mobile the Fastest Mobile Network in Bermuda for Q1–Q2 2024. A spokesperson said, “Ookla, a global leader in connectivity intelligence and network insights, has named Paradise Mobile the Fastest Mobile Network in Bermuda for Q1–Q2 2024. To determine this award, Ookla analyzed consumer-initiated tests taken on Speedtest... Read more of this article
Neville Ray Joins Paradise Mobile As Advisor
Paradise Mobile announced that Neville Ray had joined the firm as an advisor. A spokesperson said, “Former T-Mobile President of Technology, Neville Ray, who spurred the telecom behemoth towards significant growth and innovation, is bringing his vast experience to Paradise Mobile as an advisor. “Paradise Mobile today announces that Neville... Read more of this article
OneComms Unveil 5G Network In Bermuda
One Communications – in collaboration with global technology leader Ericsson — announced the launch of Bermuda’s first commercial 5G network. A spokesperson said, “This network, officially launched on November 24th, signifies not only a technological advancement for Bermuda but also positions the Island at the forefront of 5G... Read more of this article
Photos/Video: One Communications 5G Launch
One Communications held a ribbon cutting to officially launch their 5G mobile network just ahead of the Christmas holiday, with the company saying it reaffirms their “commitment to continuous investment in technology and delivering value to its customers.” “The 5G network promises to revolutionize the mobile service experience in Bermuda,... Read more of this article
Q&A With Paradise Mobile CEO Sam Tabbara
Bermuda’s new mobile communications company, Paradise Mobile, has its official beta launch today with a party and giveaways at the Front Yard in Hamilton from noon to 2 pm. Bernews asks Sam Tabbara, Paradise’s chief executive, what customers can expect, how they can win free service and more. What was the idea behind Paradise Mobile, and why are... Read more of this article
South Carolina Inaugurate Cable Landing Station
DC BLOX has inaugurated its Cable Landing Station [CLS] in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, capable of hosting up to five subsea cables including the Nuvem cable, which will also connect to Portugal and Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “DC BLOX, a provider of multi-tenant data centers, dark fiber, and connectivity solutions that deliver essential infrastructure... Read more of this article
Rees Davies & Robles To Discuss Nuvem
Carey Olsen partner Steven Rees Davies is to interview Global Subsea Construction Lead at Google, David Robles, at the Bermuda Tech Summit tomorrow, Tuesday 10 October, between 9am and 9:30am. A spokesperson said, “At the session Steven and David will discuss ‘Nuvem’, a new transatlantic subsea cable system which will connect Portugal,... Read more of this article
Google To Present At Bermuda Tech Summit
Technology company Google will present at the Bermuda Tech Summit on October 10th detailing its new submarine cable which will be connected to Bermuda. David Robles, Global Subsea Construction Lead, Google, and Steven Rees Davies, Partner, Carey Olsen will open the final day of the Bermuda Tech Summit to discuss ‘Nuvem,’ Portuguese for cloud, a... Read more of this article
Minister: Benefits Of Planned Google Cable
Google’s Nuvem cable – a planned subsea transatlantic cable connecting Bermuda, the US and Portugal — has a number of benefits, including new investment which will provide jobs for Bermudians in the “construction and maintenance of the plant” and “employment for around ten to twenty direct positions needed on an ongoing... Read more of this article
Column: Fubler On Nuvem, Tech, Future & More
[Column written by Mischa Fubler] In our ever-evolving world, the importance of digital connectivity cannot be overstated. It’s the bridge that links us to global opportunities, knowledge, and to each other. Today, I am thrilled to share with you a monumental step Bermuda is taking in strengthening this bridge. Imagine, for a moment, the vastness... Read more of this article
Google Subsea System To Connect Bermuda
Google announced “Nuvem, a new transatlantic subsea cable system to connect Portugal, Bermuda, and the United States,” with the global tech giant stating that Bermuda has undertaken significant efforts to “create a digital Atlantic hub” and “Nuvem will not only be the first cable to land under this robust environment, but... Read more of this article
