{"success":true,"data":{"pressRelease":{"id":"139458","rtpr_id":"nPnbbv25Pa-20260909","ticker":"RBBN","exchange":"NASDAQ","all_tickers":["RBBN"],"title":"Ribbon and TNS Simplify Legacy Voice Switch Replacement","author":"PR Newswire","published_at":"2026-09-09T15:00:01.741Z","article_body":"Ribbon and TNS Simplify Legacy Voice Switch Replacement\n\nPR Newswire\n\nPLANO, Texas, Sept. 9, 2026\n\nFully managed cloud-based solution provides independent and rural operators\nwith a seamless path to voice network modernization\n\nPLANO, Texas, Sept. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Ribbon Communications Inc\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4770303-1&h=1942063634&u=http%3A%2F%2Frbbn.com%2F&a=Ribbon+Communications+Inc)\n. (Nasdaq: RBBN), a global leader in real-time communications technology, IP\nrouting, and optical networking solutions, today announced that TNS\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4770303-1&h=1481349661&u=https%3A%2F%2Fcommunications.tnsi.com%2Fcommunications-market%2Fsolutions%2Fvoice-solutions&a=TNS)\n, a global leader in trusted voice communications, will incorporate Ribbon\ntechnologies in the TNS Hosted Cloud Connect solution. The carrier-grade voice\nsolution helps Communications Service Providers (CSPs) modernize their voice\nnetworks without the cost and complexity of owning and operating voice\ninfrastructure.\n\nHosted Cloud Connect is purpose-built for CSPs seeking a practical\nmodernization path that avoids the disruption, cost and risk of a traditional\nnetwork replacement. The solution has already attracted interest from CSPs\nlooking to simplify the management of complex voice environments by reducing\nthe operational burden associated with maintaining legacy switching\ninfrastructure while helping maintain service continuity, reduce operational\ncomplexity and support future communications services.\n\n\"CSPs need a practical path to modernize legacy voice environments without\ndisrupting critical services,\" said Joe Dechant, Vice President, TNS. \"TNS's\nand Ribbon's proven voice technologies can help CSPs reduce operational\ncomplexity, maintain service continuity and prepare for future communications\nneeds.\"\n\nIndependent and rural operators face growing pressure from multiple\ndirections. Voice services require extremely high levels of reliability,\ncontinuity and operational stability, making it difficult to simply \"rip and\nreplace\" existing networks.  Residential and business customers expect more\nadvanced communications services. These providers must also manage increasing\nregulatory requirements and a shrinking pool of specialized technical talent.\nTo remain competitive, CSPs must invest in new services while controlling\ncosts and preserving the reliability their customers expect.\n\nRibbon and TNS address these challenges by leveraging Ribbon's Application\nServer\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4770303-1&h=674989792&u=https%3A%2F%2Fribboncommunications.com%2Fproducts%2Fservice-provider-products%2Fapplication-platforms-clients%2Fapplication-server-service-providers&a=Application+Server)\n (AS), Session Border Controller\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4770303-1&h=3664803884&u=https%3A%2F%2Fribboncommunications.com%2Fproducts%2Fservice-provider-products%2Fsession-border-controllers-service-providers&a=Session+Border+Controller)\n (SBC), and Policy and Routing Server\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4770303-1&h=2415208517&u=https%3A%2F%2Fribboncommunications.com%2Fproducts%2Fservice-provider-products%2Fpolicy-and-routing-service-providers&a=Policy+and+Routing+Server)\n (PSX) and TNS Hosted Cloud Connect\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4770303-1&h=2919902354&u=https%3A%2F%2Fcommunications.tnsi.com%2Fhosted-cloud-connect&a=TNS+Hosted+Cloud+Connect)\n to help streamline the transition from on-premises infrastructure to\ncloud-based voice services while maintaining the voice quality, resiliency,\nand security required for carrier operations.\n\n\"For many CSPs, the challenge isn't deciding whether to modernize legacy voice\nswitches, it's finding a cost-effective way to make the transition,\" said\nElizabeth Page, Sr. Sales Director, Ribbon. \"TNS Hosted Cloud Connect provides\na practical path from legacy infrastructure to a modern cloud-based platform\nwithout sacrificing the resiliency, security, and service quality operators\nrequire. Together, Ribbon and TNS are helping CSPs simplify operations, lower\ncosts, and extend the value of their voice business.\"\n\nLearn more in the Ribbon webinar Protect Revenue While Modernizing Your Voice\nNetwork\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4770303-1&h=1117538737&u=https%3A%2F%2Flearn.rbbn.com%2Ffiresidechat-modernizing-voice-network&a=Protect+Revenue+While%C2%A0Modernizing+Your+Voice+Network)\n and at Ribbon INSIGHTS EMEA\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4770303-1&h=1035993020&u=https%3A%2F%2Fweb.cvent.com%2Fevent%2F961c341f-cf2f-4e82-965d-12c21ae50248%2Fsummary&a=EMEA)\n and Americas\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4770303-1&h=3485770881&u=https%3A%2F%2Fweb.cvent.com%2Fevent%2Fe3ea1fdf-30a3-4f7f-9e10-bda49b2426e0%2Fsummary&a=Americas)\n.\n\nAbout Ribbon\nRibbon Communications (Nasdaq: RBBN) is a global provider of voice\ncommunications software, IP routing, and optical networking to mobile and\nwireline service providers, enterprises, critical infrastructure and defense\nsectors. We support our customers' Path to Autonomous Networks by leveraging\nthe latest AIOps automation platforms and Agentic AI technologies, helping\nthem deliver better customer experiences, reduce operational costs, and\nachieve sustainable growth. To learn more about Ribbon, visit rbbn.com\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4770303-1&h=415243039&u=http%3A%2F%2Frbbn.com%2F&a=rbbn.com)\n.\n\nAbout TNS Communications Market\nTNS\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4770303-1&h=2152470127&u=https%3A%2F%2Fcommunications.tnsi.com%2F&a=TNS)\n is a global leader in trusted communications, helping operators, enterprises\nand consumers exchange information with confidence. Backed by deep industry\nexpertise and global reach, TNS is enhancing trust in communications while\nhelping customers modernize and grow in an increasingly connected world. The\ncompany's cloud-based platforms combine advanced call analytics, digital\nidentity and numbering intelligence to keep networks, devices and applications\nconnected and protected.\n\nImportant Information Regarding Forward-Looking Statements\nThe information in this release contains forward-looking statements regarding\nfuture events that involve risks and uncertainties. All statements other than\nstatements of historical facts contained in this release, including those\nregarding the expected benefits from use of Ribbon Communication's products,\nare forward-looking statements. The actual results of Ribbon Communications\nmay differ materially from those contemplated by the forward-looking\nstatements. For further information regarding risks and uncertainties\nassociated with Ribbon Communications' business, please refer to the \"Risk\nFactors\" section of Ribbon Communications' most recent annual or quarterly\nreport filed with the SEC. Any forward-looking statements represent Ribbon\nCommunications' views only as of the date on which such statement is made and\nshould not be relied upon as representing Ribbon Communications' views as of\nany subsequent date. While Ribbon Communications may elect to update\nforward-looking statements at some point, Ribbon Communications specifically\ndisclaims any obligation to do so.\n\nInvestor Contact\n+1 (978) 614-8050\nir@rbbn.com (mailto:ir@rbbn.com)\n\nMedia Contact\nCatherine Berthier\n+1 (646) 741-1974\ncberthier@rbbn.com (mailto:cberthier@rbbn.com)\n\nView original content to download\nmultimedia:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/ribbon-and-tns-simplify-legacy-voice-switch-replacement-302873952.html\n(https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/ribbon-and-tns-simplify-legacy-voice-switch-replacement-302873952.html)\n\nSOURCE Ribbon Communications Inc.\n\n\n\nPhoto: \nhttps://mmx.prnewswire.com/media/MS803260/Ribbon-Logo.jpg?id=OA2938514\n\nCopyright (c) 2026 PR Newswire Association,LLC. All Rights Reserved.","article_body_html":"","raw_payload":{"data":{"id":"nPnbbv25Pa-20260909","title":"Ribbon and TNS Simplify Legacy Voice Switch Replacement","author":"PR Newswire","ticker":"RBBN","created":"2026-09-09T15:00:01.741Z","tickers":["RBBN"],"exchange":"NASDAQ","article_body":"Ribbon and TNS Simplify Legacy Voice Switch Replacement\n\nPR Newswire\n\nPLANO, Texas, Sept. 9, 2026\n\nFully managed cloud-based solution provides independent and rural operators\nwith a seamless path to voice network modernization\n\nPLANO, Texas, Sept. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Ribbon Communications Inc\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4770303-1&h=1942063634&u=http%3A%2F%2Frbbn.com%2F&a=Ribbon+Communications+Inc)\n. (Nasdaq: RBBN), a global leader in real-time communications technology, IP\nrouting, and optical networking solutions, today announced that TNS\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4770303-1&h=1481349661&u=https%3A%2F%2Fcommunications.tnsi.com%2Fcommunications-market%2Fsolutions%2Fvoice-solutions&a=TNS)\n, a global leader in trusted voice communications, will incorporate Ribbon\ntechnologies in the TNS Hosted Cloud Connect solution. The carrier-grade voice\nsolution helps Communications Service Providers (CSPs) modernize their voice\nnetworks without the cost and complexity of owning and operating voice\ninfrastructure.\n\nHosted Cloud Connect is purpose-built for CSPs seeking a practical\nmodernization path that avoids the disruption, cost and risk of a traditional\nnetwork replacement. The solution has already attracted interest from CSPs\nlooking to simplify the management of complex voice environments by reducing\nthe operational burden associated with maintaining legacy switching\ninfrastructure while helping maintain service continuity, reduce operational\ncomplexity and support future communications services.\n\n\"CSPs need a practical path to modernize legacy voice environments without\ndisrupting critical services,\" said Joe Dechant, Vice President, TNS. \"TNS's\nand Ribbon's proven voice technologies can help CSPs reduce operational\ncomplexity, maintain service continuity and prepare for future communications\nneeds.\"\n\nIndependent and rural operators face growing pressure from multiple\ndirections. Voice services require extremely high levels of reliability,\ncontinuity and operational stability, making it difficult to simply \"rip and\nreplace\" existing networks.  Residential and business customers expect more\nadvanced communications services. These providers must also manage increasing\nregulatory requirements and a shrinking pool of specialized technical talent.\nTo remain competitive, CSPs must invest in new services while controlling\ncosts and preserving the reliability their customers expect.\n\nRibbon and TNS address these challenges by leveraging Ribbon's Application\nServer\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4770303-1&h=674989792&u=https%3A%2F%2Fribboncommunications.com%2Fproducts%2Fservice-provider-products%2Fapplication-platforms-clients%2Fapplication-server-service-providers&a=Application+Server)\n (AS), Session Border Controller\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4770303-1&h=3664803884&u=https%3A%2F%2Fribboncommunications.com%2Fproducts%2Fservice-provider-products%2Fsession-border-controllers-service-providers&a=Session+Border+Controller)\n (SBC), and Policy and Routing Server\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4770303-1&h=2415208517&u=https%3A%2F%2Fribboncommunications.com%2Fproducts%2Fservice-provider-products%2Fpolicy-and-routing-service-providers&a=Policy+and+Routing+Server)\n (PSX) and TNS Hosted Cloud Connect\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4770303-1&h=2919902354&u=https%3A%2F%2Fcommunications.tnsi.com%2Fhosted-cloud-connect&a=TNS+Hosted+Cloud+Connect)\n to help streamline the transition from on-premises infrastructure to\ncloud-based voice services while maintaining the voice quality, resiliency,\nand security required for carrier operations.\n\n\"For many CSPs, the challenge isn't deciding whether to modernize legacy voice\nswitches, it's finding a cost-effective way to make the transition,\" said\nElizabeth Page, Sr. Sales Director, Ribbon. \"TNS Hosted Cloud Connect provides\na practical path from legacy infrastructure to a modern cloud-based platform\nwithout sacrificing the resiliency, security, and service quality operators\nrequire. Together, Ribbon and TNS are helping CSPs simplify operations, lower\ncosts, and extend the value of their voice business.\"\n\nLearn more in the Ribbon webinar Protect Revenue While Modernizing Your Voice\nNetwork\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4770303-1&h=1117538737&u=https%3A%2F%2Flearn.rbbn.com%2Ffiresidechat-modernizing-voice-network&a=Protect+Revenue+While%C2%A0Modernizing+Your+Voice+Network)\n and at Ribbon INSIGHTS EMEA\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4770303-1&h=1035993020&u=https%3A%2F%2Fweb.cvent.com%2Fevent%2F961c341f-cf2f-4e82-965d-12c21ae50248%2Fsummary&a=EMEA)\n and Americas\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4770303-1&h=3485770881&u=https%3A%2F%2Fweb.cvent.com%2Fevent%2Fe3ea1fdf-30a3-4f7f-9e10-bda49b2426e0%2Fsummary&a=Americas)\n.\n\nAbout Ribbon\nRibbon Communications (Nasdaq: RBBN) is a global provider of voice\ncommunications software, IP routing, and optical networking to mobile and\nwireline service providers, enterprises, critical infrastructure and defense\nsectors. We support our customers' Path to Autonomous Networks by leveraging\nthe latest AIOps automation platforms and Agentic AI technologies, helping\nthem deliver better customer experiences, reduce operational costs, and\nachieve sustainable growth. To learn more about Ribbon, visit rbbn.com\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4770303-1&h=415243039&u=http%3A%2F%2Frbbn.com%2F&a=rbbn.com)\n.\n\nAbout TNS Communications Market\nTNS\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4770303-1&h=2152470127&u=https%3A%2F%2Fcommunications.tnsi.com%2F&a=TNS)\n is a global leader in trusted communications, helping operators, enterprises\nand consumers exchange information with confidence. Backed by deep industry\nexpertise and global reach, TNS is enhancing trust in communications while\nhelping customers modernize and grow in an increasingly connected world. The\ncompany's cloud-based platforms combine advanced call analytics, digital\nidentity and numbering intelligence to keep networks, devices and applications\nconnected and protected.\n\nImportant Information Regarding Forward-Looking Statements\nThe information in this release contains forward-looking statements regarding\nfuture events that involve risks and uncertainties. All statements other than\nstatements of historical facts contained in this release, including those\nregarding the expected benefits from use of Ribbon Communication's products,\nare forward-looking statements. The actual results of Ribbon Communications\nmay differ materially from those contemplated by the forward-looking\nstatements. For further information regarding risks and uncertainties\nassociated with Ribbon Communications' business, please refer to the \"Risk\nFactors\" section of Ribbon Communications' most recent annual or quarterly\nreport filed with the SEC. Any forward-looking statements represent Ribbon\nCommunications' views only as of the date on which such statement is made and\nshould not be relied upon as representing Ribbon Communications' views as of\nany subsequent date. While Ribbon Communications may elect to update\nforward-looking statements at some point, Ribbon Communications specifically\ndisclaims any obligation to do so.\n\nInvestor Contact\n+1 (978) 614-8050\nir@rbbn.com (mailto:ir@rbbn.com)\n\nMedia Contact\nCatherine Berthier\n+1 (646) 741-1974\ncberthier@rbbn.com (mailto:cberthier@rbbn.com)\n\nView original content to download\nmultimedia:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/ribbon-and-tns-simplify-legacy-voice-switch-replacement-302873952.html\n(https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/ribbon-and-tns-simplify-legacy-voice-switch-replacement-302873952.html)\n\nSOURCE Ribbon Communications Inc.\n\n\n\nPhoto: \nhttps://mmx.prnewswire.com/media/MS803260/Ribbon-Logo.jpg?id=OA2938514\n\nCopyright (c) 2026 PR Newswire Association,LLC. 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