WAV, Inc. announced that it has partnered with Azotel. Azotel specializes in the development of highly automated Subscriber Management and Operational Support Systems (OSS) for use by the broadband and cable industries

Exalt Communications announced that Hilbert Communications, LLC has deployed its microwave backhaul systems to massively scale backhaul capacity while simultaneously eliminating costly leased lines in its GSM and WiMAX service networks throughout Wisconsin and Michigan. Hilbert has already deployed a large number of Exalt systems and expects to roll out more as it phases out T1-based backhaul in its wireless network and scales its broadband service offering.

There are now 4.6 billion mobile phone subscriptions worldwide and the number will hit 5 billion by the end of 2010, according to a new report by the United Nations' telecom agency.

Vancouver-based telecommunications operator, Telus, has confirmed rumours that it will begin selling the much-anticipated Motorola Milestone device this week, although it has still not divulged a specific date.