Digital learning platform goes AI
The speech-to-text solution integrated with the NORDUnet Kaltura service is now supported by Artificial Intelligence. The conversion of speech into text in the NORDUnet Kaltura on-premise service is now based on the Whisper language model from Open AI. This is good news for not only users with a hearing impairment but also for everybody else. […]
WACREN NREN Academy: Supporting Regional Strength Through Collaboration
On April 9th, Erik Kikkenborg, Chief Collaboration Officer at NORDUnet, will participate in the NREN Academy, hosted by WACREN, with a focus on Shared Services for National Relevance and Regional Growth. The academy brings together NREN CEOs from across the WACREN region for strategic discussions on trust-based collaboration, national roadmaps, and the role of NRENs in digital transformation. […]
Nordic Visit to OFC50
Celebrating its 50th anniversary, the 2025 Optical Fibre Communications Conference and Exhibition (OFC50) stands as the premier event for technology specialists and network architects in the optical networking and communications community.. To stay updated on the latest innovations and products essential to build and operation networks that meet the next-generation demands of research and education […]
Digital Trust and Identity community gathering in Reading, UK
Managing digital identity is crucial for both research and education, serving as a foundation for secure and seamless access to digital resources. Trust and Identity (T&I) infrastructure and services form a core pillar of National Research and Education Networks (NRENs), enabling collaboration and innovation across institutions and borders. This essential work is driven by a […]
First year of the EOSC EU Node
A year ago, work began on the development of the EOSC EU Node infrastructure, services, and management processes by the partners behind the winning bids in the EOSC Core EU public procurement. The tender was organized into three LOTs, and NORDUnet plays a key role as a subcontractor in the winning consortia for two of […]
One Year of AARC TREE: Progress and Achievements
Federated digital identity management infrastructure and the related services is a core pillar of research and education network. Facilitating European consensus and supporting the evolution of trust and identity technologies and services is a key element in the NORDUnet strategy. The AARC blueprint architecture and interoperability framework is the foundation for this infrastructure, enabling support […]
Arctic connections are on the Asia-Pacific agenda
NORDUnet is invited to present the progress in establishing submarine cables through the Arctic Ocean as Asia-Pacific research and education networks convene in Japan. The shortest route from Asia to Europe runs close to the North Pole. On top of this indisputable fact come new arguments in support of establishing submarine cables connecting the two […]
Renewed evolution of the European R&E network
Experiments involving sensing in cables, time & frequency distribution, and extended use of federated access are some of the novelties as the European research and education network (GÉANT) begins a new phase. Sensors able to monitor the surroundings of optic cables, and nano-second management of time & frequency distribution are two powerful tools. Both can […]
NORDUnet signs MoU with partners in Pan-Arctic subsea cable collaboration
European Parties to collaborate in Pan-Arctic Cable System for improved resilience and connectivity. Digital infrastructure and services are essential elements for the future competitiveness of world economies and digital societies. Developing and deploying a strategic submarine cable infrastructure with enhanced resilience, security and route diversity is a key element in achieving this. Cinia Oy, NORDUnet […]
Highlights from PTC25
The Pacific Telecommunications Council (PTC) serves as a hub for experts, businesses, and organizations involved in global telecommunications and technology. PTC’s annual conference, held in Honolulu, Hawai‘i, gathers leaders to discuss the latest advancements in undersea cable networks, regional connectivity, and the future of global communications infrastructure. As part of this year’s event, NORDUnet, in collaboration with […]