Broadcast: experience the future of broadcast at AfricaCom 2025

07 November 2025

ST Engineering iDirect brings proven hybrid network solutions to Booth C63.

After demonstrating successful DVB-NIP implementations at IBC 2025, ST Engineering iDirect is bringing the technology revolution to Africa. Visit Booth C63 at AfricaCom 2025 to experience firsthand how hybrid satellite-IP networks are solving Africa's unique connectivity and content delivery challenges.

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Beyond Earth: the future of space-based data centres

06 November 2025

Future technology is rapidly evolving, with ambitious plans to revolutionise data storage and processing beyond Earth’s atmosphere.

One company leading the charge is Lonestar Data Holdings, which envisions establishing a data centre on the Moon. President Stephen Eisele asserts that placing data centres in space offers unmatched security, shielding data from terrestrial threats and hacking attempts. Recently, Lonestar successfully tested a tiny, hardback-sized data centre that travelled to the Moon aboard the Athena Lunar Lander, launched by SpaceX.

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Rugged modular BoxPC for demanding industrial applications

06 November 2025

Westermo recently unveiled the Hyrax-1000, a rugged, modular BoxPC engineered for demanding railway and industrial environments. Built in line with the open ModBlox7 standard developed by PICMG, this platform offers scalable performance options through various CPU configurations and supports extensive customization for diverse applications.

Despite its compact size, the Hyrax-1000 comes equipped with a comprehensive array of interfaces — including Gigabit Ethernet, RS232/422/485, DisplayPort, and USB 3.0 — in its base configuration. Its modular architecture allows users to add up to seven communication or interface modules, enabling tailored hardware setups. The housing supports multiple mounting options such as DIN rail, wall, and 19-inch rack, facilitating seamless integration into control cabinets, vehicles, or space-constrained environments.

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Radio planning and optimisation for telcos

06 November 2025

Forsk has introduced Atoll One, a state-of-the-art radio planning and optimisation platform designed to revolutionise how telecom operators deploy, manage, and optimise their wireless networks.

Developed with a modern, cloud-native architecture, Atoll One offers a comprehensive suite of tools that streamline the entire network planning lifecycle — from initial coverage assessment to ongoing performance optimisation — helping operators deliver reliable, high-quality connectivity while reducing costs and accelerating deployment timelines.

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