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New Partnership Announcement: CNT x AAA Sales We’re proud to announce our new partnership with CNT, bringing the CNT Call Manager to our customer ecosystem. This highly advanced Cloud PBX platform blends the strengths of traditional telephony with modern UCC features in one streamlined solution. CNT Call Manager is designed to support the flexible communication needs of medium and large enterprises—combining voice, video, chat, and presence in a scalable, secure, and centralized platform. With seamless migration from legacy systems, no compromises on functionality, and a future-ready infrastructure, it’s the ideal foundation for professional communications. From voice mail and fax [...]

Why EXA’s Fibre Network Stands Out Not all fibre networks are equal—and EXA Infrastructure proves it. With 100% uptime on key routes like Vienna–Frankfurt in 2024 and an unwavering commitment to low attenuation G.652D dark fibre, EXA is delivering industry-leading resilience, efficiency, and future-proof connectivity. Their approach isn't about cutting corners—it's about building and operating high-performance infrastructure where it counts. From deep-buried ducts to advanced optical technologies, EXA’s network prioritizes performance and reliability. With over 4,200km already upgraded and 3,800km of new fibre planned, they are setting the pace for fibre infrastructure across Europe. Whether you're an enterprise, telecom [...]

Business continuity under pressure: How Colt kept services running during the Iberian blackout On May 1st, a major power outage disrupted daily life across Spain and Portugal, impacting everything from transport systems to corporate operations. For Colt, this wasn’t just a test of infrastructure — it was a live demonstration of how preparation, communication, and fast response come together when needed most. By 11:30am, Colt’s Network Operations Centre had confirmed the issue was widespread and ongoing. The teams immediately activated their business continuity plan, aligning across functions and geographies. Communication became a challenge, especially with local staff suddenly offline [...]

Digital Realty Accelerates Secure Finance Networking with SCION The financial sector across the DACH region is undergoing significant transformation. With increased digitization, the rise of fintechs, and tightening regulatory standards, the pressure on secure and scalable network infrastructure has never been higher. Digital Realty is stepping forward with a clear answer: SCION. Developed at ETH Zurich, SCION (Scalability, Control and Isolation on Next-Generation Networks) redefines secure connectivity. Unlike traditional internet protocols, SCION enables financial institutions to predefine and monitor exact paths for their data—ensuring integrity, resilience, and full compliance with regulatory requirements such as Switzerland’s nDSG, the EU’s MiFID [...]

On March 10–11, AAA Sales, together with Digital Realty and Telcotech Solutions Hub, successfully hosted the “Digital Horizons: APAC Expansion Forum” in Technopark Trivandrum. This exclusive industry event united Swiss and Indian tech leaders, telecom experts, and data infrastructure pioneers to explore the future of digital transformation and cross-border collaboration. Attendees engaged in deep discussions around secure and scalable infrastructure, sustainability-driven expansion, and strategic growth across the APAC region. Sessions covered transformative infrastructure design, hybrid cloud, AI, 5G, and the unique role of India’s Technopark as a springboard for innovation. Including a meaningful meeting with Technopark Trivandrum's own CEO [...]

Cybersecurity Insights: Riedel Networks' H2 2024 Incident Report In its latest OOPS (Observations, Outlooks, Predictions & Strategy) report, Riedel Networks presents key security incidents and trends from the second half of 2024. The report reveals a significant rise in cyberattacks targeting European mid-market enterprises, with a notable increase in social engineering tactics, credential theft, and lateral movement via supply chain vulnerabilities. Key takeaways: 41% of recorded incidents originated from phishing or social engineering vectors. Lateral movement through third-party services continues to be a favored path for attackers, especially in finance and logistics. Zero-day exploits in network appliances and VPNs [...]

In the fast-moving world of finance, speed is everything. euNetworks' euTrade service portfolio is built for exactly that—supporting the financial services industry with ultra low latency optical transmission across Europe’s key liquidity venues. With direct connectivity to major exchanges like Deutsche Börse Frankfurt, Euronext Bergamo, and the London Stock Exchange, euTrade delivers precision, speed, and reliability. Their fixed routing and contractually committed latencies offer predictable performance that institutions can rely on, whether trading, arbitraging, or processing real-time financial data. Available in over 100 trading venues, data centres, and financial institutions across Europe, euTrade provides dedicated fibre routes designed and [...]

Colt Technology Services has recently expanded its U.S. infrastructure by integrating the Apollo South transatlantic subsea cable with the New Jersey Fiber Exchange (NJFX). This enhancement directly links the NJFX Premium Connectivity Hub on the Jersey Shore to Colt's extensive digital infrastructure in Europe, providing businesses in New Jersey and New York with improved capacity, reliability, and security. ​ Apollo South connects Lannion in Brittany, France, to New Jersey, facilitating seamless access to Colt's secure network services across Europe. This development is particularly beneficial for enterprises requiring robust and resilient global infrastructure to support the increasing data demands from [...]

Ultra-Low Latency Just Got Faster: euNetworks Expands Connectivity to Euronext euNetworks has taken a major step in optimizing financial trading connectivity, completing a series of upgrades to its ultra-low latency routes connecting London and Frankfurt to Euronext’s core data center in Bergamo, Italy. This milestone includes the longest hollowcore fibre deployment in euNetworks’ history—bringing even faster, more efficient trading routes to the financial services sector. What This Means for Financial Services ✔ Shortest available routes between London, Frankfurt, and Euronext’s core data center ✔ Market-leading ultra-low latency connectivity for high-frequency traders and financial institutions ✔ Longest hollowcore fibre deployment [...]

How Digital Realty & Oracle Are Driving AI & Data Readiness At Gartner IOCS 2024, Digital Realty and Oracle led a key discussion on data and AI readiness, exploring how organizations can optimize infrastructure, data management, and cloud strategies to unlock the full potential of AI. AI’s success hinges on data availability, localization, and modern architectures, and businesses that invest in a distributed and interconnected infrastructure will be best positioned for innovation. Key Takeaways from the Session ✔ Data Strategy is Fundamental – AI is only as strong as the data foundation supporting it. 79% of enterprises have formalized [...]