NaaS Technology ADR Stock Price, News & Analysis

Nile, a leader in enterprise Network as a Service (NaaS), has appointed Michel Davidoff as Chief Strategist for Education, effective February 22, 2023. With over 30 years of experience, including significant leadership at California State University, Davidoff will spearhead Nile's strategy in the education sector. His expertise will enhance digital transformation and address security vulnerabilities within outdated school infrastructures, impacting connectivity and academic performance. Nile aims to deliver superior network solutions tailored to educational institutions, fostering improved service delivery for students and faculty.

BCN Telecom has announced the appointment of Ken Lautzenheiser as Partner Sales Director, aiming to enhance its operations in the Southwest region. Lautzenheiser, who brings extensive telecom experience from his previous roles at Nitel and Hypercore, is expected to strengthen BCN's partner relationships and drive engagement. The company, known for its comprehensive NaaS solutions, is expanding its technology portfolio, including offerings in Cloud Voice UCaaS and SD-WAN. BCN has been delivering tailored communication solutions for over 29 years, which includes POTS Replacement options to counter the rising costs of copper lines.

Juniper Networks announced enhancements to its Juniper Partner Advantage (JPA) Program for 2023, aimed at improving partner profitability and support.

The program introduced new tools, incentives, and a framework to help partners resell Juniper solutions through a Networking as a Service (NaaS) model. Key highlights include a 30% growth target for the Elite Plus Partner Program, 2,300 members in the Champions Program, and a 18% increase in distribution partners.

New resources like the Velocity Pricing Tool and Partner Business Center are designed to facilitate quicker deal closures and enhance partner capabilities.

Communication Technology Services (CTS) has launched a Customer Portal for its Private Cellular Network-as-a-Service (NaaS) solution. This portal allows for integrated management of network administration and Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) management from multiple OEM platforms in one interface. Previously, customers faced challenges managing various systems from different vendors. The NaaS offering also includes Distributed Antenna Systems and other connectivity solutions, requiring minimal capital outlay. CTS emphasizes its transformation from a system integrator to a managed service provider, maintaining high service performance and flexibility in meeting customer needs.

The Network as a Service (NaaS) market reached USD 16.65 billion in 2021, with a projected CAGR of 22.4% from 2022 to 2030, potentially hitting USD 103.24 billion by 2030. NaaS facilitates scaling of IT infrastructure, enabling companies to outsource network management, thus reducing costs and improving agility. However, challenges include complex deployments and a predicted shortage of 85 million tech workers by 2030, leading to potential delays and increased operational costs. Major players include Cisco Systems, Cloudflare, and Verizon.

NaaS Technology Inc. (NASDAQ: NAAS) has partnered with Beijing HyperStrong Technology to form a joint venture called NewLink Hyper Technology. This collaboration aims to enhance energy storage solutions in China, aligning with the nation's dual carbon goals. As the demand for energy storage grows due to the rapid expansion of electric vehicles and renewable energy sources, the two companies will leverage their strengths in technology and market presence. By 2025, China's energy storage facilities are targeted to exceed 30GW of capacity, highlighting significant growth potential in this sector.

Connectbase has appointed Jezzibell Gilmore as its first Chief Commercial Officer, bringing 25 years of industry experience to enhance sales and marketing strategies. Gilmore, a co-founder of PacketFabric, aims to drive growth and empower users in the infrastructure industry. Under her leadership, Connectbase seeks to modernize connectivity services and enhance its platform capabilities after raising $21 million in Series C funding. CEO Ben Edmond expressed excitement over Gilmore's addition, highlighting her reputation and experience in the NaaS space. This appointment follows other key hires, including Barbara Curran as Chief People Officer and Rob Carter as COO.

Megaport Limited (ASX: MP1) has been designated an AWS Outposts Ready Partner by Amazon Web Services (AWS), enabling clients to securely connect Outposts racks to AWS Direct Connect locations. This recognition highlights Megaport's commitment to providing reliable, private connectivity solutions via its global Software Defined Network.

The AWS Service Ready designation indicates that Megaport’s solutions have met AWS's technical validation criteria, ensuring high performance for applications requiring low latency. Customers can enjoy benefits such as network resilience and a broader selection of data centre operators.

FusionLayer Inc. launched the FusionLayer Infinity 3 series, enhancing the Network-as-a-Service (NaaS) capabilities to adapt to edge cloud use cases. The introduction comes amid telecoms facing disappointing revenue growth from 5G investments, prompting a shift towards innovative technologies like Private 5G and virtual Radio Access Networks (vRAN). These advancements aim to create new revenue streams through low-latency connectivity. The Infinity 3 series is already operational in select telecoms across Asia Pacific and Europe, with broader availability set for January 24, 2023.