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China Telecom Jiangxi and Huawei Jointly Build a High-Speed Railway 5G Network to Provide Premium User Experience in the High-Speed Railway

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BEIJING, Nov. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Recently, Jiangxi Branch of China Telecom (China Telecom Jiangxi for short) and Huawei jointly has built an F+T dual-layer premium network for the high-speed railway. Innovative solutions such as 2.1 GHz 8T8R AAU and 3.5 GHz wide-angle MetaAAU were adopted with the High-Speed Railway Superior Experience and High-Speed Railway Dedicated Network Enhancement features. After the solution has been deployed, the performance of 5G networks is significantly improved, allowing users on trains to enjoy smooth entertainment services such as live streaming, HD videos, and New Calling, as well as convenient office services such as remote calls and remote office.

China’s high-speed railway mileage has reached 40,000 km. According to the 14th Five-Year Plan, the high-speed railway mileage will reach 50,000 km by 2025. High-speed railway scenario is a typical high-value scenario. Specifically, both the penetration rate of 5G terminals and DOU are high. Short video applications and voice/video calls via WeChat are most popular ones. In addition, 5G network construction on high-speed railways faces four challenges. First, the inter-site distance along high-speed railways is long. Second, the penetration loss in the high-speed railways is greater than that of general speed railways. Third, when a train moves at a high speed, the Doppler shifts increase, and the performance deteriorates. Fourth, the high-speed railway speed is 300 km/h, and the cell switching occurs every three to four seconds on average. As a result, the staying duration is short, and user experience is poor. How to achieve the premium coverage of high-speed railways through technological innovation is an important topic for China Telecom Jiangxi during its long-term exploration and practice.

The Yingtan section of the Shanghai-Kunming Railway in Jiangxi Province has deployed the innovative 2.1 GHz 8T8R AAU solution. As an innovative integrated AAU, the 2.1 GHz 8T8R AAU features multiple antennas, integrated high-gain arrays, intelligent beams, and precise and fast scanning. In addition, the 2.1 GHz AAU shares the same antenna with the 1.8 GHz antennas on the live network, saving space and rentals. The single-bit power consumption (power consumption/capacity) of the 2.1 GHz 8T8R is lower than that of the 4T4R. After the solution has been deployed, the onsite test results show that the coverage is improved by 5 dB compared with that of 4T4R. The average downlink and uplink rates in the entire section increase by 21.6% and 50% respectively, and the downlink and uplink rates at edges increase by 82.6% and more than 100%. After 8T AAUs are deployed, the total traffic volume increases by 89%; the 5G traffic distribution ratio reaches 52%, 13% higher than that of road sections where 4T is deployed. In addition to better coverage, capacity requirements are fully and obviously released.

In the Nanchang section of the Shanghai-Kunming Railway, the innovative 3.5 GHz wide-angle MetaAAU solution has been used in a 7-km section to provide continuous 3.5 GHz coverage with a longer inter-site distance. Since the average inter-site distance along the Shanghai-Kunming Railway is long, the traditional 3.5 GHz 8T solution cannot provide continuous coverage. In high-speed railway scenarios, to acquire new sites is often costly. Therefore, China Telecom Jiangxi and Huawei have jointly added 3.5 GHz wide-angle MetaAAUs to the existing 2.1 GHz single-layer network. With the innovative wide-angle MetaAAUs, continuous coverage in the road section with an average inter-site distance of 740 m and a maximum distance of more than one km can be realized. The 2.1 GHz + 3.5 GHz carrier aggregation (CA) large-bandwidth solution can also provide high-speed railway users with premium 5G experience in services such as remote conferencing, HD videos, and gaming. During the commercial deployment, the wide-angle MetaAAU has been deployed at the same site with the 2.1 GHz equipment on the live network to achieve continuous coverage. Thanks to the solution, the deployment costs are greatly reduced, and the deployment period of the 5G premium broadband network in the high-speed railway are shorter. According to onsite tests, 3.5 GHz wide-angle MetaAAU and 2.1 GHz CA can provide 100% coverage along the high-speed railway. The average rate has increased by 132%, taking a lead position in competition. Specifically, the average downlink rate is 40% higher, and the edge rate is more than twice. The 3.5 GHz wide-angle MetaAAU can also effectively alleviate the high-load issue on the 2.1 GHz equipment, making the user-perceived rate on the 2.1 GHz band increased by 93.7%. This also enables more users to enjoy the convenience brought by 5G smart travel.

After the High-Speed Railway Superior Experience feature is enabled, the signal frequency can be proactively adjusted to offset the negative impact of frequency offset. In addition, it has resolved the Doppler shift issue occurred in the continuous coverage of high-speed railways. After the High-Speed Railway Superior Experience feature is enabled for the Jiangxi section of the Shanghai-Kunming Railway, the call drop rate decreases by 75%; the user experience of the downlink rate improves by 50%, and the traffic increases by 20%.

After the High-Speed Railway Dedicated Network Enhancement feature is enabled, the number of inter-cell switches decreases. Furthermore, the staying duration is longer despite the frequent cell switching of the high-speed train, and the cell experience and capacity are improved as well. After the High-Speed Railway Dedicated Network Enhancement feature is enabled for the Shanghai-Kunming Railway, the access success rate increases to 99.2%, and both the experience and capacity increase by 50%. This resolves the problem of difficult access and limited capacity in ultra-high-speed scenarios.

In the future, China Telecom Jiangxi will continue to cooperate with Huawei in 5G innovation, explore 5G network construction requirements in diversified scenarios, and make contributions to building leading 5G networks and facilitating digital and intelligent transformation in Jiangxi Province.

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Competition Bureau publishes report on Canada’s Competition Summit 2024

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GATINEAU, QC, Nov. 14, 2024 /CNW/ – Today, the Competition Bureau published a report highlighting the key takeaways from “Canada’s Competition Summit 2024: Market Dynamics in the AI Era,” which took place in Ottawa and virtually on September 16, 2024.

The event featured experts from domestic and international competition authorities, regulatory bodies, businesses and non-governmental organizations, as well as the legal and academic communities. The discussions focused on:

the current AI landscape;the impacts of AI on competition across markets; and,international and domestic regulatory approaches to AI.

The report published today summarizes 5 key takeaways from these discussions:

AI is having an impact on competition across sectors of the economy, presenting both opportunities and risks.Regulatory frameworks need to adapt to address the unique challenges posed by AI.International cooperation is crucial for effective regulation and enforcement in AI-driven markets.There is a need for transparency in AI systems to ensure accountability and consumer trust.The role of big tech in AI development is contentious.

The Bureau thanks all attendees, panelists and speakers, who helped advance the conversation on these emerging issues related to AI. We look forward to continuing to discuss competition policy issues and opportunities at Competition Summits in the years to come.

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“As Canada’s competition watchdog, the Competition Bureau needs to be at the forefront of AI and understand its impact on the competitive landscape. I am thankful for the important contributions from our panelists and speakers at this year’s Summit, as they will help us continue to build our understanding of AI’s impacts on competition.”

Matthew Boswell,
Commissioner of Competition

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This year’s event was the fifth annual edition of Canada’s Competition Summit. Previous Summits covered digital enforcement (2020), competition and growth (2021), green growth (2022), and whole-of-government approaches to policy (2024).Over 500 participants from Canada and abroad attended the 2024 Summit.This year’s Summit is part of our ongoing work to better understand AI, how it might affect competition, and how we can address potential anticompetitive harm from AI and promote competition in AI markets. This work also includes cross-governmental collaboration through the Canadian Digital Regulators Forum and a consultation on the Discussion Paper on Artificial intelligence and competition earlier in 2024.In keeping with the theme of this year’s Summit, this report was drafted using a combination of human effort and AI technology. This is a first for the Bureau. We used an artificial intelligence program to summarize the discussions held at Canada’s Competition Summit 2024 and to develop the first draft of these key takeaways. The final content was fact-checked and quality-controlled by Bureau personnel.

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Shipt Saves the Season with Unbeatable Convenience, Exclusive Promotions, and Membership Savings

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala., Nov. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — This holiday season, Shipt is spreading cheer with delightful same-day delivery, unmatched deals, and everything customers need all season long. From hosting family dinners to searching for the perfect gifts to grabbing last-minute holiday essentials and toasting to the new year*, Shipt helps ease the stress with exclusive promotions and 50% off its annual membership for a limited time.

To sweeten holiday shopping, Shipt is launching Season of Savings, an annual event packed with discounts and surprises on the products customers want all season long. Plus, Shipt has added over 2,000 new retail locations nationwide this year, including Ulta Beauty at Target, The Fresh Market, Lowe’s, and local favorites like Giant Eagle and Save Mart, giving members even more curated options. These new additions join favorites like Target, CVS, and Petsmart, as well as beloved local grocers.

SHIPT MEMBERSHIP: CONVENIENCE MEETS HOLIDAY MAGIC
Shipt’s $49 annual membership promotion (regularly $99) is now available through January 4, 2025, making it easier than ever to enjoy same-day delivery from your favorite stores. With an annual membership, customers get unlimited same-day delivery on orders over $35 and exclusive savings, and a range of members-only perks.

DEALS ACROSS ALL HOLIDAY NEEDS

In addition to the membership promotion, Shipt’s Season of Savings also features incredible deals across a wide variety of popular holiday categories, including:

Season-Long Deals (November 1-January 1)

$15 off your order of $60 or more with code HOLIDAY15**Half-off annual membership $49 (reg. $99) with code SHIPTGIFT

Thanksgiving Deals

November 10-16, at Target and all grocery stores***:Spend $25, get $10 on household essentialsBuy one, get one 50% off on bath and body productsBuy one, get one 30% off on cough, cold, and flu, pain and fever, vitamins and supplements30% off kitchen and diningSpend $20, save $5 on baby essentials30% off pet essentials10% off turkeyNovember 17-23: $10 off order of $50+ for those with Shipt student membershipsNovember 25-27: spend $35, save $10 on on last-minute Thanksgiving essentials at all grocery stores and Target****

December Holiday Deals

December 1-14: 25% off orders of $40 or more from Ulta Beauty at Target, CVS, Walgreens, PetSmart, Petco, Lowes, Carters, Office Depot, and Office Max (max savings of $10)*****December 8-24: 20% off top gifting categories at Target + Meijer (Shipt members only)******

ALL-NEW GIFT CARD EXPERIENCE
Not sure what to give that special someone? A Shipt gift card is the perfect gift!

A Shipt gift card never expires, and with an all-new digital facelift, including multiple card designs and e-gifting options, a Shipt gift card lasts beyond the holiday season. And even better, take advantage of the season-long 50% off membership offer when purchasing an annual membership gift card. Terms and conditions apply. Please check out shipt.com/gift for more information.

SHIPT TO THE RESCUE: HOW IT WORKS
No matter how hectic the holiday calendar gets, Shipt makes shopping stress-free:

Download the Shipt app or visit Shipt.com to sign up for a membership or take advantage of a 14-day free trial**. Target Circle 360 members can enable access to the Shipt marketplace by visiting shipt.com/target-circle-360. Choose the store you wish to order from.Build your shopping list with a wide range of categories, from fresh groceries to festive decorations.Select a convenient delivery window and a trusted shopper with Shipt will shop your order, communicating with you about out-of-stocks, relevant substitutions and where they are in the shopping process (option to select back-ups for products out of stock ahead of time).

To learn more about Shipt’s holiday offers and start saving today, visit www.shipt.com or download the Shipt app.

About Shipt
Shipt is a retail tech company that connects people to reliable, high-quality delivery with a personal touch. Through the power of technology, Shipt connects customers to the things they want from the stores they love, workers to new earning opportunities, and retail businesses to more satisfied customers. Headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, Shipt brings people the flexible solutions they need with the above-and-beyond service they expect. Shipt is an independently operated subsidiary of Target Corp. and is available to 80% of the U.S. population. For more information, please visit Shipt’s Newsroom.

*States with alcohol delivery availability: Alabama, Arizona, California, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, North Carolina, Nebraska, Ohio, Tennessee, Texas, Georgia, Iowa, Idaho and Mississippi

**Offer valid for new customers only, returning customers are ineligible. 14 day trial will renew at the applicable membership rate at the end of the trial. Cancellation available free of charge anytime during trial. Offer is subject to Shipt Promotion Terms and Conditions. Deliveries under $35 with a membership will incur a $7 fee. All orders with alcohol (where available) may incur a $7 alcohol fee. Service fees may apply and will vary by retailer and location. See Terms of Service

***Offer expires 11/16/2024. Discount available at select retailers and applies to select items. Discount applied automatically at check out for qualifying orders. Limit one per order. Promotion is subject to Terms and Conditions.

****Purchase of qualifying products at select retailers of $35 or more must be placed by 11/27/2024 at 11:59 p.m. HT to qualify for $10 off, which will automatically apply to qualifying order at checkout. Limit 1 credit per member. Offer is subject to Shipt Promotional Terms and Conditions.

*****Store availability varies by location. Offer valid 12/1/24 through 12/14/24. Carter’s, CVS, Lowe’s, Office Depot OfficeMax, PetSmart, Petco, Walgreens, or Ulta Beauty at Target order of $40 or more must be placed by 12/14/24 at 11:59 p.m. HT to qualify for max savings of $10, which will automatically apply to qualifying order at checkout. Offer not valid for orders containing alcohol items. Limit 1 credit per member. Offer is subject to Shipt Promotional Terms and Conditions.

******Purchase of qualifying products at Target or Meijer must be placed by 12/24/2024 at 11:59 p.m. HT to qualify for 20% off, which will automatically apply to a qualifying order at checkout. Limit 1 credit per member. Offer is subject to Shipt Promotional Terms and Conditions.

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Kearney Launches Geopolitical Service Line to Give Executives New “One-Stop-Shop” for Navigating Elevated Global Uncertainty

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WASHINGTON, Nov. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Kearney, a leading global management consulting firm, today announced the launch of its newest offering, aimed at helping clients steer their companies through our ever-changing world. Kearney’s Geopolitical Dynamics provides executives with a holistic solution to navigate today’s elevated instability and its impact on business.

In a new era marked by persistent economic uncertainty, regulatory shifts, great power competition, and corresponding escalations, executives face an unprecedented volume of challenges and new opportunities. A recent Kearney assessment determined that fewer than 20% of Fortune 500 companies are ready for this “new era,” defined by heightened geopolitical and economic volatility, a shift from globalization to regionalization, and the emergence of artificial intelligence.

While traditional geopolitical advisory models served clients well in a more stable environment, today’s persistent uncertainty calls for a new approach. Kearney is stepping up with a comprehensive, end-to-end solution that enables executives to proactively navigate complexity and transform it into a catalyst for opportunity. Geopolitical Dynamics offers clients a path to accelerate the development of their in-house capabilities to navigate the implications for their strategy, operations, and people, mitigating risks and capitalizing on emerging trends along the way.

“After 40 years of operating in a globalized landscape, executives now face the urgent challenge of building internal capabilities to navigate heightened geopolitical instability. They must address immediate threats to business while managing long-term planning of markets, supply chains, and the broader enterprise,” said Drew DeLong, Global Lead of Geopolitical Dynamics at Kearney. “This new service is designed to give executives a one-stop shop to navigate with confidence and stay ahead.”

Geopolitical Dynamics offers a comprehensive suite of services that covers every stage of geopolitical management:

Granular Business Intelligence: Anticipating the “what’s next” and “what’s to come” at a granular level in partnership with an expansive global network of intelligence, government, and industrial partners.

Executive Priority Setting: Aligning executive teams and boards around where and why priorities should be set based on all readily available intelligence and business-specific nuances using tabletop exercises, granular scenario planning, and targeted diligences.

Operational Execution: Mobilizing supply chains and enterprise footprints to respond to immediate and long-term needs (including contingencies), leveraging nearly 100 years of Kearney’s heritage and excellence in strategic operations.

Geopolitical Org Ownership: Defining who and how geopolitics are owned and managed within the business today—at the board, CEO staff, and management levels—including the charting of Geopolitical Units and deploying Government Affairs to drive business outcomes through targeted government engagement that drives competitive industrial strategy.

This approach provides a simple but powerful solution to anticipate, plan, and respond faster to emerging threats and opportunities with clarity, speed, and ownership while minimizing disruption to the business—something that is critical to the executive agenda today.

“Boards and leadership teams can no longer afford to treat geopolitical matters in isolation from the standard course of business,” noted Colette LaForce, independent Board Director, Kearney advisor, and former CXO of Dell Services and AMD. “The C-suite needs a streamlined solution that cuts through generic intelligence, aligns our teams, and enables rapid response. Kearney has built a model that is designed to do just that for organizations of all sizes and in all sectors.”

This offering will draw on Kearney’s expansive capabilities to offer executives truly differentiated insights: product design analysis from PERLab, on-the-ground data from reshoring experts, market insights from the Consumer Institute, detailed trends from the Supply Chain Institute, and macroeconomic forecasts from the Global Business Policy Council.

For more information about how Kearney’s Geopolitical Dynamics capability will help you navigate the road ahead, please visit Geopolitical Dynamics or contact one of our experts listed below.

Drew DeLongDrew.Delong@kearney.com

Doug MehlDoug.Mehl@kearney.com

Ben T. Smith, IVBen.Smith@kearney.com

About Kearney

Kearney is a leading global management consulting firm. For nearly 100 years, we have been a trusted advisor to C-suites, government bodies, and nonprofit organizations. Our people make us who we are. Driven to be the difference between a big idea and making it happen, we work alongside our clients to regenerate their businesses to create a future that works for everyone. To learn more about Kearney, please visit www.kearney.com.

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