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Bharti Airtel marked the improvement of open RAN and cloud platforms as the next big moves under its latest tie-up with Meta Platforms, with the pair set to focus on advancing India\u2019s digital market by boosting connectivity infrastructure.<\/p>\n

In a statement, Airtel revealed its collaboration with Meta Platforms will centre on advancing connectivity by investing in cloud technology and bringing 2Africa, the world\u2019s longest submarine cable, to Airtel\u2019s Mumbai station.<\/p>\n

The companies noted the partnership is based on preparations for 5G rollouts, detailing the tie-up will involve using the operator\u2019s cloud-based platform, Airtel IQ, in the entrepreneurial sector.<\/p>\n

Plans also include the integration of WhatsApp features into Airtel\u2019s cloud services to drive customer engagement with local businesses, alongside maximising open RAN technology currently being trialled.<\/p>\n

The pair noted Airtel is set to deploy open RAN<\/a> technology in selected sites \u201cover the next few quarters\u201d.<\/p>\n

Additionally, Meta Platforms and Airtel will work with Saudi Telecom Company in the cable expansion to strengthen India\u2019s \u201csubmarine network portfolio\u201d and deliver high-speed digital services.<\/p>\n

\u201cWith our contributions to the 2Africa cable and open RAN, we are investing in crucial and progressive connectivity infrastructure which is needed to support the increasing demand for high-speed data in India\u201d, Vani Venkatesh, CEO of global business at Airtel said.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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