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2023-12-12 17:05:26
The electricity price brake is to be extended beyond mid-2024 and run “at least” until the end of 2024. According to Statistics Austria, the instrument created in light of the energy crisis with high price jumps has an inflation-dampening effect and is effective for around 80 percent of the average household consumption. The market price only applies when consumption exceeds 2,900 kWh. Inflation in Austria has recently always been above the average for its eurozone partners.
Chancellor Karl Nehammer (ÖVP) and Vice Chancellor Werner Kogler (Greens) announced the plan to extend the measure during a background discussion on Tuesday. Reference was made to the massive burden caused by gas and electricity prices in everyday life and on companies.
In addition, the energy taxes – i.e. the natural gas tax and the electricity tax – will remain reduced by around 90 percent for one year longer, i.e. until the end of 2024. This would bring relief of around 750 million euros. This should take into account demands from the industry, which pointed to similar regulations in Germany and possible competitive disadvantages.
“Inflation, especially in the energy sector, continues to be a major burden for many people in Austria,” said Nehammer, justifying the extension of the electricity price brake. “We are providing relief for energy costs by extending the electricity price brake and reducing energy taxes until the end of 2024,” said Kogler.
The electricity price brake for this year has an estimated volume of 3.8 billion euros. Around half of Austrian households consume less than 2,500 kilowatt hours (kWh) of electricity per year and therefore benefit entirely from the model. According to a Council of Ministers decision at the beginning of September 2022, the project should run until mid-2024.
The turquoise-green government confirmed that households would not only be relieved, but would also be given an incentive to save electricity. However, the incentive to save money was questioned by critics. Economic researchers such as Wifo boss Gabriel Felbermayr had, at least in the meantime, considered the usefulness of halving the aid.
The electricity price cap was decided to support households when electricity prices had multiplied in the wake of Russia’s attack on Ukraine. Specifically, it stipulates that households receive a subsidy of up to 30 cents for the first 2,900 KWh of electricity per year. The aim is an electricity price of 10 cents per KWh, but if providers charge more than 40 cents, households have to pay the difference – just as they also have to pay the full price for electricity consumption over 2,900 KWh. The price of electricity has now fallen sharply once more, although not yet to pre-crisis levels.
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2023-12-12 10:30:36
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In the contemporary era where speed and reliability of connectivity are crucial, Tunisie Telecom has plunged into the digital future with unfailing determination. The operator is now creating an event by presenting its latest technological feat: 1 gigabyte fiber for individuals “Giga Fiber Rapido”.
In a constantly connected world, where access to information is as essential as the air we breathe, Tunisie Telecom positions itself as a pioneer of the digital revolution. The scene was lit up yesterday by the launch of its revolutionary optical fiber, “Giga Fiber Rapido”, propelling Tunisia into an era where connectivity becomes a truly immersive experience.
During a press conference organized in this regard in Tunis, the CEO of TT, Lassâad Ben Dhiab, unveiled this technological advance which promises to transform the way Tunisians live, work and innovate in the digital world, at a time when speed is becoming a reality and the digital web woven by Tunisie Telecom is redefining the limits of what is possible.
A turning point in transformation technological
The CEO of TT said that this achievement marks a turning point in the technological transformation of the operator which offers high-speed connections, thus opening new opportunities for end users, business partners and technology enthusiasts. He also recalled that the first section of optical fiber installed in Tunisia only measured 4 km. Today, this network extends over an impressive distance of 50,000 km, testifying to Tunisie Telecom’s constant progress in modernizing its access network.
But the headline announcement of the press conference was the launch of optical fiber offering a remarkable speed of 1 gigabit per second for individual customers. Ben Dhiab stressed that this connection far exceeds traditional speeds, offering a faster Internet experience than usual connections and that the operator is actively preparing the ground for the future by making optical fiber widespread. This technological advancement will strengthen the connectivity of radio sites, allowing secure and unlimited connectivity.
“Today, Tunisie Telecom positions itself as an undisputed leader in the telecommunications sector in Tunisia, by offering cutting-edge technological solutions and anticipating future connectivity needs. The company will continue to play a key role in the country’s digital transformation, paving the way for an era of fast and reliable connectivity for all Tunisians,” he added.
Optical fiber, pillar of innovation technological
The head of Tunisie Telecom highlighted the importance of making optical fiber accessible to as many people as possible, highlighting the ease of access it offers and the opportunities it opens up for even more innovative projects. He also communicated on Tunisie Telecom’s considerable investments in international submarine cables, stressing that this infrastructure allows the company to connect Tunisian citizens internationally.
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Ben Dhiab also highlighted the massive deployment of optical fiber throughout the country, connecting more than 7,000 nodes via the Tunisie Telecom optical fiber network. This proximity to optical fiber facilitates customer access and meets growing connectivity needs. At the same time, he revealed Tunisia Telecom’s ambitious plans for the future, aiming to offer 100% fiber access to residential customers. He announced that nearly 200,000 fiber optic ports will be available by the end of the year, with a goal of 500,000 ports by 2025.
The CEO of TT also highlighted the network modernization program, exceeding 75% completion, which considerably improves the quality of service. This program includes the replacement of copper cables with active optical fibers, reducing the limitations of previous technologies and increasing service availability.
Tests in real conditions
Ben Dhiab concluded by highlighting the achievements of Tunisie Telecom, including tests in real conditions with existing customers on live 5G networks. He highlighted that technological advancements, such as 1.5 and 1 gigabyte speeds, are a concrete demonstration of the company’s commitment to innovation and delivering exceptional speeds.
By emphasizing the capacity of optical fiber, Ben Dhiab mentioned the possibility of providing a speed of 1 giga over distances ranging from 6 to 10 km. This high throughput opens the door to an enhanced user experience, enabling impact-free home connectivity for a growing number of people, as well as bandwidth-intensive activities such as streaming and video.
He also underlined the importance of optical fiber in technological development, highlighting its essential role in the development of 5G, while highlighting the complementarity of these technologies and Tunisie Telecom’s commitment to remaining in line. in line with the national strategy, thus providing cutting-edge connectivity to its users.
“Tunisie Telecom continues to chart the path of advanced connectivity, demonstrating its leadership in the telecommunications sector in Tunisia and anticipating the future needs of its users,” he further underlined while highlighting the massive investments in the deployment of fiber optic infrastructure, with an average investment of 70 million dinars per year, and highlighting the crucial role of partners and internet service providers in monetizing and maximizing the benefits of this infrastructure.
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2023-12-12 14:38:18
Expanding its strategy of providing reliable business solutions to a broader market through valuable partnerships, Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions announced the AGIS DISTRIBUTION as another official partner for the distribution of its solutions to resellers in Brazil.
“We are excited regarding this new partnership with AGIS DISTRIBUAÇÃO, which will strengthen relationships with a diverse group of resellers who are meeting the needs of retailers in all regions of Brazil,” said Manuel Medécigo, Director of Sales for Latin America at Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions. “We are proud to provide our channels with the best technical, commercial and logistical solutions to serve a variety of retailers focused on enhancing consumer experiences. For us, partnering to deliver the best solutions requires a holistic approach that includes strategic planning, implementation and ongoing support.”
The companies worked quickly to prepare inventory of ready-to-deliver solutions to meet the demands of Toshiba’s reseller partners.
“Adding Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions to our portfolio reinforces our strategy of consolidating AGIS as one of the largest distributors in Brazil. We are aware of the value we will add, not only to Toshiba, but also to all resellers who trust our work and recognize the role that AGIS plays in supporting all stages of the sales process”, commented Sandra Fantoni, Director of Marketing and Products at AGIS. “AGIS’ role will include supporting Toshiba in the supply of its key products, stored in local stock, as well as throughout the logistics chain for more complex projects involving specific imports and precise delivery times.”
“For us, the best solution involves not only the product, but the entire necessary chain, which includes communication, availability, additional services and delivery to the customer”, said Dagoberto Bianchi, Business Unit Manager – Automation, at AGIS.
Toshiba does business with 8 of the top 10 retailers in Latin America and many other successful local and regional retailers. The company’s cutting-edge technology solutions are revolutionizing the shopping experience, with a suite of innovative hardware and software technologies, including artificial intelligence, computer vision and machine learning. Toshiba’s retail division is focused on supporting retailers on their digital transformation journey. Retailers in more than 120 countries trust Toshiba’s advanced retail solutions.
Sobre Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions:
A TOSHIBA GLOBAL COMMERCE SOLUTIONS empowers retail to grow and prosper through a dynamic ecosystem of smarter, more agile solutions and services that enable retailers to resiliently evolve with different generations of consumers and adapt to market conditions. Supported by a global organization of devoted employees and partners, retailers gain greater visibility and control over their operations, while enjoying the flexibility to build, scale and transform retail experiences that anticipate and meet the needs of consumers, who are in Constant change. Visit website commerce.toshiba.com and interact in X (formerly Twitter), LinkedIn, Instagram e YouTube to know more.
Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Toshiba Tec Corporation, listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.
About AGIS DISTRIBUTION:
AGIS DISTRIBUAÇÃO is one of the main technology distributors in the country, working with around 50 different brands, with broad national coverage and serving different verticals, through eight business units. Founded in 1992, the company has its headquarters in Campinas/SP, where it also has a warehouse. Another warehouse is located in Serra, Espírito Santo. Its team of experts guarantees a service suited to the main demands of the Brazilian market, and its financial solutions expand the possibilities of offering its products, guaranteeing the best service for both manufacturers and their resellers. Visit website www.agis.com.br or social media: Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram e YouTube.
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