AT&T on Monday announced plans to invest in Ohio about $500 million in fiber network upgrades, expanded broadband and internet-based technologies, including video.

Dubai eGovernment launches online service for business sector with DED

Dubai eGovernment, a pioneering initiative in the region to provide online services, has announced the laying down of the foundation for the creation of a comprehensive online platform for the business sector after signing a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Department of Economic Development (DED). The partnership aims to create the 'Dubai Investment and Business Portal' that will present a new collection of eServices developed according to the specific needs and expectations of all clients and users of Dubai eGovernment and DED facilities.

Salem Al Shair, eServices Director, Dubai eGovernment, said, "This is an important step in our ultimate goal to provide a hassle-free, easily accessible single point of contact for all information and services required by both potential and existing members of Dubai's business community.

AT&T plans to enter Fla. broadband cable market

AT&T Inc. plans to announce today that it will make a $750 million investment in broadband infrastructure in Florida as it seeks to woo customers from traditional cable companies in the race to beam TV and high-speed Internet into homes, officials said.

The move follows the passage earlier this year of a new state law that makes it easier for telecommunications companies to get into the TV business.

Gov. Charlie Crist is expected to join officials from AT&T, the country's largest provider of broadband Internet and land and wireless phone services, for the announcement of the investment. Sen. Mike Bennett, R-Bradenton, who sponsored the new state law, said the company would announce a $750 million investment.