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Hamilton Spectator
4 days ago
- Business
- Hamilton Spectator
Telus announces five-year $70B funding plan to bolster networks, open AI data centres
VANCOUVER - Telus Corp. has announced it will spend more than $70 billion over the next five years to enhance connectivity, including through improvements to its network infrastructure and by building artificial intelligence data centres. The telecommunications company says in a press release that part of the funding will go toward bolstering fibre connectivity across B.C., Alberta, Quebec and Ontario, while increasing wireless coverage through enhancements to 5G and LTE services. It says it will expand its broadband network to 20 Indigenous lands, adding to the current total of 637 as well as 53 rural communities, up from the current 530 — by 2026. Telus also says it plans to open two new AI data centres in Kamloops, B.C., and Rimouski, Que., which will aim to provide Canadian businesses and researchers with 'access to cutting-edge technology.' The company says its funding will 'help fuel homegrown innovation and support the prosperity of urban and rural communities' at a time when Canada 'navigates a challenging economic environment and seeks to attract more investment to stimulate growth.' Telus CEO Darren Entwistle says the investment 'transcends traditional connectivity' by 'powering advanced digital services, fuelling innovation across all sectors of the economy and propelling our productivity as a nation.' This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 27, 2025. Companies in this story: (TSX:T)
Winnipeg Free Press
4 days ago
- Business
- Winnipeg Free Press
Telus announces five-year $70B funding plan to bolster networks, open AI data centres
VANCOUVER – Telus Corp. has announced it will spend more than $70 billion over the next five years to enhance connectivity, including through improvements to its network infrastructure and by building artificial intelligence data centres. The telecommunications company says in a press release that part of the funding will go toward bolstering fibre connectivity across B.C., Alberta, Quebec and Ontario, while increasing wireless coverage through enhancements to 5G and LTE services. It says it will expand its broadband network to 20 Indigenous lands, adding to the current total of 637 as well as 53 rural communities, up from the current 530 — by 2026. Telus also says it plans to open two new AI data centres in Kamloops, B.C., and Rimouski, Que., which will aim to provide Canadian businesses and researchers with 'access to cutting-edge technology.' The company says its funding will 'help fuel homegrown innovation and support the prosperity of urban and rural communities' at a time when Canada 'navigates a challenging economic environment and seeks to attract more investment to stimulate growth.' Telus CEO Darren Entwistle says the investment 'transcends traditional connectivity' by 'powering advanced digital services, fuelling innovation across all sectors of the economy and propelling our productivity as a nation.' Wednesdays A weekly look towards a post-pandemic future. This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 27, 2025. Companies in this story: (TSX:T)
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Telus announces five-year $70B funding plan to bolster networks, open AI data centres
VANCOUVER — Telus Corp. has announced it will spend more than $70 billion over the next five years to enhance connectivity, including through improvements to its network infrastructure and by building artificial intelligence data centres. The telecommunications company says in a press release that part of the funding will go toward bolstering fibre connectivity across B.C., Alberta, Quebec and Ontario, while increasing wireless coverage through enhancements to 5G and LTE services. It says it will expand its broadband network to 20 Indigenous lands, adding to the current total of 637 as well as 53 rural communities, up from the current 530 — by 2026. Telus also says it plans to open two new AI data centres in Kamloops, B.C., and Rimouski, Que., which will aim to provide Canadian businesses and researchers with "access to cutting-edge technology." The company says its funding will "help fuel homegrown innovation and support the prosperity of urban and rural communities" at a time when Canada "navigates a challenging economic environment and seeks to attract more investment to stimulate growth." Telus CEO Darren Entwistle says the investment "transcends traditional connectivity" by "powering advanced digital services, fuelling innovation across all sectors of the economy and propelling our productivity as a nation." This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 27, 2025. Companies in this story: (TSX:T) The Canadian Press Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Axios
5 days ago
- Business
- Axios
Enhancing safety, operations and rehabilitation in corrections facilities
Empowering corrections facilities with technology solutions is essential to enhancing safety, optimizing operations, and strengthening rehabilitation for better reentry outcomes. The combination of staff shortages and a 1.8 million prison population strains safety and security in U.S. correctional facilities Why it's important: Corrections facilities urgently need advanced technology to enhance safety, security, and rehabilitation, addressing the complex needs of law enforcement and individuals within the system. The solution: With 30 years of experience in corrections, Securus Technologies, alongside its affiliates Securus Monitoring and JPay under Aventiv Technologies, delivers tailored solutions to bridge the digital divide, creating safer and more connected correctional environments. Strengthening facility operations and safety: By offering law enforcement more than 80 high-tech tools that effectively address the unique challenges of facility management and security, Securus contributes to safer, more secure environments for officers and incarcerated individuals: Breach prevention and contraband mitigation: Tools that monitor digital communications can help identify potential threats and track suspicious activity, so officers can mitigate contraband risks and maintain order more effectively. Corrections officer tools: Digital solutions available on the Officer T80 tablet allows corrections staff to work optimally by modernizing administration, automating workflows, and centralizing communication and forms. Secure connections: The EVOTAB tablet, available to incarcerated individuals, has tamper alarms, GPS, fingerprint authentication, secure LTE connectivity and a private Google Play Store, to optimize operations and environmental safety. Human trafficking prevention: Securus Technologies' monitoring and data insights directly aided law enforcement in recovering 15 children and generating 80 leads in a February 2025 anti-trafficking operation. Facilitating constructive incarceration and successful reentry: Securus streamlines access to critical resources, improving rehabilitation, enhancing safety, and reducing financial and operational costs. Access to educational and vocational programs: Using secure tablets, incarcerated individuals can access educational and vocational training and industry certifications through partnerships with Edovo, JSTOR, Essential Education and Tooling U. Employment connections: Securus tablets offer apps like R3UP, which enable incarcerated individuals to plan careers pre-release and Job1Stop, which connects released individuals with second-chance employers. Partnering for impact: The company's approach is rooted in collaboration, a deep understanding of the communities it serves and a human-centric focus that prioritizes the needs and perspectives of all stakeholders. Aventiv advisory board: The company's advisory board, comprised of respected corrections authorities Rick Raemisch, former executive director of the Colorado Department of Corrections, and Steve Casey, former executive director of the Florida Sheriffs Association, distinguish Securus's products and services with credible insight and innovative solutions that directly enhance their ability to support law enforcement's public safety commitment. Prioritizing lived experience: Internal and external listening sessions, particularly with justice-impacted resource groups, ensure that those with lived experience have a voice in the development of solutions. This emphasis brings a unique and valuable perspective to the table, leading to more effective outcomes. The impact: Niagara County Corrections Facility's chief jail administrator Anthony Suess calls Aventiv's Securus tablets a "godsend," citing a year-over-year 22 percent reduction in infractions and a 67 percent increase in family connections, demonstrating their impact on facility safety and individual well-being. The takeaway: According to Kevin Elder, president, Securus Technologies, "Securus's commitment to security, operational efficiency and reentry success within corrections is a direct investment in safer facilities, successful homecomings and ultimately, more viable, financially stronger and secure communities."
Saudi Gazette
6 days ago
- Business
- Saudi Gazette
CIT Minister Alswaha reviews stc Group's digital and technical readiness for Hajj season
Minister of Communications and Information Technology Abdullah Alswaha conducted a field visit on Sunday to stc Group's operations center in Makkah to assess the Group's comprehensive digital, technical, and logistical readiness to serve pilgrims during the 1446 AH Hajj season. The minister was accompanied by Vice Minister and Acting Governor of the Communications, Space and Technology Commission Eng. Haytham Al-Ohali, stc Group CEO Eng. Olayan Mohammed Al-Wetaid, and senior officials. During the visit, stc Group presented its strategic technical plan to ensure optimal service delivery across Makkah, Madinah, and the Holy Sites. The plan includes detailed analysis of network performance at more than 350 key locations, with infrastructure upgrades in areas expected to experience peak capacity. In anticipation of a projected 30% increase in data usage during Hajj, the Group has upgraded over 30 5G sites and developed more than 80 advanced 4G sites. VoLTE (Voice over LTE) technology has also been activated to enhance voice and video communication and enable faster data transmission. To improve coverage, stc has established 21 new sites within the holy sites and deployed 78 mobile communication units to serve high-density areas and zones where permanent infrastructure is difficult to implement. In total, the network will be supported by 421 fixed sites and 77 mobile towers, along with 998 Wi-Fi access points strategically installed to ensure continuous and seamless internet connectivity for pilgrims. The Group has also set up 11 logistics units and 99 maintenance centers across the holy areas, staffed by specialized technical teams operating 24/7 to maintain uninterrupted service throughout the Hajj period. As part of its commitment to digital empowerment and innovation, stc unveiled a pioneering AI-driven initiative to assist pilgrims through multilingual 3D guidance. Featuring one of the largest interactive smart tables in the world, the system enables pilgrims to access comprehensive information about Hajj rituals in an intuitive and user-friendly format.
