Tag: telecommunications

SciencespaceOct 16, 2026

Light and Sound Coupled Strongly in Optical Fiber

Scientists have achieved strong coupling between light and long-lived acoustic vibrations in a standard optical fiber for the first time. Published in Nature Physics, this milestone enables optical fibers to serve potentially as quantum processors rather than mere transmission lines. This breakthrough paves the way for advanced quantum signal processing and enhanced communication infrastructure, bridging classical telecommunications with future quantum computing architectures.

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BusinessOct 5, 2026

BT agrees rescue deal to buy broadband operator TalkTalk

BT has reached an agreement to acquire the struggling broadband operator TalkTalk in a rescue deal designed to prevent the company's collapse. The acquisition aims to provide stability for TalkTalk's 2.5 million customers and secure the jobs of its 900 employees, with BT positioning itself as the only viable option to maintain essential services. While the deal offers immediate certainty, it has faced criticism from competitors like Virgin Media, who argue it strengthens BT's market dominance. The UK government has reserved the right to review the transaction due to its impact on critical infrastructure, and regulators will monitor the transition to ensure consumer protections remain in place.

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