Ericsson and Samsung are integrating 6G ISAC (Integrated Sensing and Communication) into late 5G networks, enabling existing cell towers to detect drones using radio wave reflections.
Read Full ArticleCellnex reports 5G devices now represent 50% of Western European mobile connections, up from 30% in 2024, driving demand for tower upgrades and new sites across the region.
Read Full ArticleSoftBank Group reported 3% earnings growth driven by AI infrastructure investments. The Japanese telco also announced a $634 million partnership with 7-Eleven for next-gen retail connectivity.
Read Full ArticleEricsson selected as lead vendor for South Korea's AI-RAN initiative, integrating machine learning into radio access network operations alongside Samsung and SK Telecom to optimize spectrum efficiency.
Read Full ArticleWireless Broadband Alliance asked the FCC to revise its draft rulemaking on unlicensed spectrum for device-to-device communication, arguing the agency underestimated interference risks to Wi-Fi networks.
Read Full ArticleVodafone will not reopen its network equipment unit for Samsung unless the EU mandates a Huawei ban, arguing the Korean vendor cannot compete on price against Chinese equipment in European markets.
Read Full ArticleAT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon partnered with Glide.id to deploy a carrier-native security platform that eliminates SMS-based one-time passwords, using SIM credentials for phishing-resistant authentication.
Read Full ArticleHughes Network Systems filed Chapter 11 bankruptcy with $1.5 billion in matured debt. Parent EchoStar reported Q2 subscriber losses of 120K across pay-TV, wireless, and broadband segments.
Read Full ArticleThe NTIA cleared the 4.4-4.8 GHz band for 6G research and testing, opening 400 MHz of spectrum previously used by federal agencies for next-generation wireless development.
Read Full ArticleThe NTIA Round 4 Innovation Fund focuses on AI-native telecommunications infrastructure, allocating funding for projects that integrate machine learning directly into network operations and management.
Read Full ArticleNTT Docomo selected Ericsson to supply RAN baseband platforms spanning 4G through 6G, consolidating its vendor base and enabling unified network management across all mobile generations.
Read Full ArticleEricsson selected as digital radio system supplier for a multi-billion-dollar rail and public transport project in Australia, deploying 5G-based communications for train control and passenger connectivity.
Read Full ArticleOokla's latest Speedtest Intelligence report shows North African carriers averaging 185 Mbps downlink on 5G, up 45% year-over-year, with Morocco and Egypt leading the region in network quality.
Read Full ArticleLiberty Global closed its purchase of Vodafone's 50% stake in Dutch operator VodafoneZiggo for €1 billion, rebranding the combined entity as Odido Netherlands and consolidating European cable operations.
Read Full ArticleFrance's Bpifrance sold a 2.5% stake in carrier Orange for €1.1 billion, reducing state ownership to 16.9% while maintaining its position as the operator's largest single shareholder.
Read Full ArticleA US-led 6G alliance gained support from 25 countries but faces criticism for lacking a concrete plan to secure equipment supply chains or reduce dependence on Chinese vendors like Huawei and ZTE.
Read Full ArticleEricsson's Vonage unit launched a turnaround strategy under new management, pivoting to 'quality on demand' voice services for enterprise customers after posting consecutive quarterly losses.
Read Full ArticleItalian carrier TIM's proposed Poste Italiane takeover moves forward as CEO Pietro Labriola outlined expansion into defense, mission-critical services, and AI-enabled network products.
Read Full ArticleSpaceX plans to trial direct-to-cell satellite technology in Malaysia, as Ookla reports rapid D2C growth across Asia-Pacific with services now reaching 40 million people in the region.
Read Full ArticleAfter retiring standard customer metrics in late 2025, Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, Dish and UScellular now report growth using four different measurement units, making industry comparisons nearly impossible.
Read Full ArticleThe FCC confirmed EchoStar's $2.4 billion trust fund from spectrum sales to AT&T and SpaceX is restricted to external companies that helped build Dish's 5G network, blocking Dish from accessing the funds.
Read Full ArticleVodafone sealed its £4.3 billion acquisition of VodafoneThree in the UK, consolidating operations under a single license. AT&T closed its $23 billion EchoStar spectrum deal, adding 50MHz of lowband and midband spectrum.
Read Full ArticleIndia opened its first dedicated telecom manufacturing zone aimed at attracting $3.7 billion in investment to produce mobile network equipment domestically, reducing reliance on Chinese vendors.
Read Full ArticleAT&T and FirstNet launched the first 5G standalone core dedicated to public safety, providing first responders with network slicing, enhanced reliability, and priority access independent of commercial 5G traffic.
Read Full ArticleSpaceX is actively seeking spectrum for cities and dense urban areas, potentially acquiring it through FCC auctions or M&A deals to complement its Starlink satellite network with ground-based coverage.
Read Full ArticleSingapore's Singtel confirmed discussions with multiple parties to sell a minority stake in Australian carrier Optus, as the ACMA regulator filed suit over the operator's major network outage.
Read Full ArticleVerizon and AT&T announced additional workforce reductions totaling thousands of roles, attributing cuts to AI-driven network automation while other tech companies reverse course and rehire staff.
Read Full ArticleIranian hackers breached dozens of municipal water systems in Minnesota, prompting warnings that mobile network infrastructure using similar SCADA protocols could face similar attacks on cell site operations.
Read Full ArticleDell'Oro Group reports 5G standalone core revenue is already three times higher than 4G core was at the same point in its lifecycle, though escalating hardware costs are stretching the revenue curve.
Read Full ArticleThe FCC authorized $6.3 billion in incentive payments to satellite operators to clear the upper C-band for 5G use, though cable operators remain concerned about potential interference with fixed wireless services.
Read Full ArticleThe GSMA warned that banning Huawei equipment in the EU would cost operators an estimated €20 billion in replacement costs and delay 5G deployments by up to two years, risking competitive disadvantages.
Read Full ArticleGSMA Intelligence study found Saudi carriers STC, Mobily and Zain achieved top-tier 5G download speeds averaging 420 Mbps, driven by spectrum investments and network upgrades ahead of Vision 2030 goals.
Read Full ArticleGSMA Intelligence research found 45% of World Cup 2026 attendees used eSIM for local connectivity, with 5G networks handling peak stadium traffic of 1.2 Gbps per venue without service degradation.
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