Service providers see opportunity in cloud; Skype's international use growing

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> Service providers are well positioned to become an important route to market for small to medium-size businesses acquiring cloud solutions, according to a new report. Article

> As traditional service providers continue to see their international voice calling revenues decline, Skype's cross-border traffic continues to rise. Article

> Wavecom Solutions, a Hawaiian-based service provider focused on the business market, has employed ADVA Optical to increase the efficiency of its network and add new cloud and UC (unified communications) services to its growing service portfolio. Article

> Wind Currents Communications released its iV2VIP Video Softphone for small businesses and telemedicine providers. The app, for iPhones and iPads, is the newest addition to WCCI's V2VIP calling plans and products. Release

And finally... Cool under fire took on new meaning for more than 200 South Korean soldiers this week as they stripped off their shirts, flung snow on each other and walked through an ice-encrusted stream--all part of drills to hone endurance. Article