Metro Ethernet Forum (MEF) stories
Console Connect unveils open-source LSO API adaptor on GitHub
Tue, 5th Nov 2024
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network infrastructure
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devops
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sdn
Console Connect has launched an open-source LSO API Adaptor to promote faster adoption of standards-based APIs for developers worldwide.
MEF appoints Kelly Ahuja, Kailem Anderson & Ari Banerjee as senior executives
Fri, 6th May 2022
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network infrastructure
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digital transformation
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sd-wan
The company announced the launch of a Technology Advisory Board (TAB) comprised of senior executives from leading global technology companies.
MEF appoints Technology Advisory Board as Senior executives
Fri, 6th May 2022
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network infrastructure
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digital transformation
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sd-wan
Leading global tech executives join MEF's new Technology Advisory Board aimed at efficiently bringing new services and solutions to market.
Microsoft joins MEF to support universal SD-WAN & SASE standards
Thu, 29th Oct 2020
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network infrastructure
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sd-wan
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sdn
Microsoft joins MEF to expand SD-WAN and SASE standards, supporting the development of MEF 3.0 and contributing to the SASE Service and Attributes.
MEF grants 3.0 SD-WAN certification to Fortinet
Mon, 22nd Jun 2020
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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sd-wan
MEF has recently certified Fortinet’s Secure SD-WAN offering as being able to support MEF 3.0 SD-WAN services.
MEF board of directors appoints new member
Wed, 22nd Jan 2020
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digital transformation
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mef
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job moves
MEF appoints Aamir Hussain of Verizon Business Group to its board, bringing over 25 years of tech expertise to drive the ambitious MEF 3.0 initiative forward.
CenturyLink, PLDT, Colt amongst MEF 2019 Award winners
Fri, 22nd Nov 2019
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uc
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telco
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mef
MEG reveals winners of 2019 MEF Awards, recognizing excellence in software-defined networking and network function virtualisation.
MEF launches new certification pilot for inter-provider service automation
Tue, 25th Jun 2019
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network infrastructure
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sd-wan
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sdn
MEF launched the MEF 3.0 LSO Sonata certification pilot for inter-provider service automation, alongside SDK Release 3 for streamlined global service processes.
MEF's final draft SD-WAN service standard is publicly available
Wed, 29th May 2019
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network infrastructure
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sd-wan
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sdn
MEF's final draft SD-WAN service standard, defining SD-WAN services and their attributes, is now publicly available ahead of the official July 2019 release.
MEF announces significant progress in its MEF 3.0 project
Sat, 2nd Jun 2018
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smartphones
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virtualisation
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network infrastructure
Today MEF published new Ethernet and IP specifications, progressing Layer 1 projects and the first multi-vendor SD-WAN implementation project.
Channel giants get behind MEF's global networking event
Mon, 12th Mar 2018
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partner programmes
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verizon
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at&t
Taking place in Los Angeles, California, the event will bring together over 1000 senior level professionals from over 275 companies around the world.
Fujitsu, PCCW Global, China Telecom...MEF announces new Board of Directors
Mon, 31st Jul 2017
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fujitsu
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mef
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pccw global
Re-elected Board members include Eric Puetz from AT&T Labs, Sahar Steiff from PCCW Global and Ralph Sanitoro from Fujitsu.
IN PICS: MEF16 Baltimore - Day 2
Wed, 9th Nov 2016
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network infrastructure
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sdn
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cloud services
MEF16 kicks off in Baltimore with workshops, demos and keynotes. Over 1200 guests attend to shape the future of communications.
The hyper-connected world, change & automation at MEF16
Wed, 9th Nov 2016
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ethernet
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mef
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awards
MEF16 opens in Baltimore with keynote speakers discussing the importance of change, automation and Third Network Services.
Industry collaboration is critical, PCCW Global CEO says
Wed, 9th Nov 2016
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mef
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pccw global
PCCW Global CEO, Marc Halbfinger, calls for collaboration and improved security in the Network Services and tech industry.
IN PICS: MEF16 Baltimore - Day 1
Tue, 8th Nov 2016
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network infrastructure
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sdn
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cloud services
Attendees are in for a jam packed schedule throughout the week, with the opening networking reception currently happening.
MEF16 LSO Hackathon revisited
Tue, 28th Jun 2016
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ericsson
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ciena
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mef
MEF announces the third LSO Hackathon for November, with the events focused on accelerating development of Third Network services.
Winners of the MEF 2015 Excellence Awards
Thu, 3rd Dec 2015
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network infrastructure
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sdn
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verizon
The GEN15 event brought together nearly 125 expert speakers to fuel discussions on the future of agile, assured and orchestrated services.
Huawei achieves high-speed connection milestone
Tue, 1st Dec 2015
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cloud services
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ethernet
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mef
Huawei achieves 100G CE 2.0 certification for its 400G router and OTN equipment, solidifying the future of high-speed connections.
The virtuous cycle: The cloud drives innovation
Fri, 25th Sep 2015
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cloud services
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mef
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telcos
The reach of the cloud is unprecedented in technological innovation. Service providers are seeing new business in a number of ways.