Claro Colombia has introduced an funding of over USD 200 million to spice up its fiber optic community, laying the inspiration for the technological ecosystem required to energy synthetic intelligence (AI) applied sciences throughout the nation. Introduced on the Andicom 2024 occasion in Cartagena de Indias, this mission will carry fiber connectivity to greater than 1.5 million households, the America Movil subsidiary mentioned in a current assertion.
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Claro Colombia’s Funding in Fiber
“With this funding, we’re modernising our community and creating the inspiration upon which synthetic intelligence could be strengthened in Colombia,” mentioned Claro Colombia. “The infrastructure we’re creating is important for the efficient deployment of AI options throughout sectors—from telemedicine to industrial automation—benefiting each corporations and residents.”
Claro Colombia famous that the expanded fiber optic community will help high-speed information connectivity, essential for real-time AI functions. AI is predicted to revolutionise sectors similar to agriculture, healthcare, and schooling.
“The adoption of AI in Colombia has the potential to extend the nation’s GDP by as much as 10 % over the subsequent 15 years. This funding is step one to making sure that the nation is ready to capitalise on this chance,” Claro Colombia added.
Claro additionally mentioned its funding focuses on rural areas, serving to bridge the digital divide. “We’re not solely connecting Colombians at present however getting ready them for a way forward for sustainable and inclusive development,” Claro Colombia concluded.
Fiber Deployment in Caucasia, Antioquia
In an earlier announcement on Sept 03, Claro mentioned it’s persevering with its community growth in Colombia. About 33,000 folks, together with greater than 11,000 houses and companies in Caucasia, Antioquia, will profit from the deployment of the fiber optic community within the area. This initiative has additionally enhanced the 4G and 4.5G networks already out there within the municipality, Claro Colombia mentioned.
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Growth of 4G, 4.5G
Claro famous it already covers one hundred pc of the municipal capitals of Antioquia with 4G cellular web service, whereas its 5G community now covers the cities of Medellin and Envigado.