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The Future of Telecommunications

Telecoms groups rise to the pandemic challenge; how Nigeria offers enticing prospects for investors; ‘Project Triffid’ is unleashed on the internet of things; smart ambulances offer a faster route to treating health emergencies; how retailers can break into telecoms; plus the new technology job opportunities emerging in the pandemic.

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Pandemic brings surge in business for Middle East’s fintechs
Transactions and investments are up in a sector that started from a low base
Broadband networks prove their mettle in pandemic challenge
Telecoms companies seek the removal of regulatory barriers to help them build on success in meeting lockdown demand
Digital push for Nigeria’s telecoms industry
National broadband plan and a youthful population provide reasons for optimism for companies aiming to invest in the sector
Arm unleashes ‘Project Triffid’ to help deliver internet of things
The chip designer has developed battery-less sensors that have the potential to be embedded in billions of products
Smart ambulances and wearables offer route to speedier treatments
Service that improves treatment for patients on way to hospital to be introduced across UK after successful trial
Tech jobs spring up as companies adapt to new world of work
The pandemic has transformed working practices and wreaked huge change on some sectors. Here are five posts created as employers seek new skills

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