Deutsche Telekom plans to phase out its 2G network by 2028, reallocating the spectrum for improved 4G and 5G networks. This transition will support robust data transmission, especially benefitting rural areas.
Deutsche Telekom is charging forward in the VOIP industry with bold targets for 2027, focusing on AI to boost revenue and operational efficiency. Aiming for 4% annual growth, they’re set to revolutionize global connectivity.
Deutsche Telekom and Deutsche Bahn have accelerated their efforts to enhance railway connectivity, realizing ambitious goals two years early. By deploying over 470 new mobile towers and upgrading 1,900 sites, 99% of Germany’s primary rail routes now boast mobile speeds of at least 200 Mbps, with substantial improvements across secondary routes.
The longstanding peering relationship between Deutsche Telekom and Meta, the company behind Facebook, has collapsed in a dispute over network fees. Deutsche Telekom accuses Meta of leveraging its power to undermine the telecom sector, while Meta claims Deutsche Telekom jeopardizes net neutrality.
Deutsche Telekom has joined the German Federal Association for Fiber Optic Connections (BUGLAS), marking a significant step in fiber infrastructure promotion. This move aims to enhance nationwide fiber expansion through partnerships. However, it has sparked mixed reactions, with critics concerned it might hinder Germany’s overall fiber rollout and benefit Deutsche Telekom’s market dominance.
Deutsche Telekom is enhancing its global IoT presence through a new agreement with the Bridge Alliance. As the first European telecom giant in this consortium, Deutsche Telekom aims to streamline IoT solutions for both Asian and European markets. Their combined expertise promises superior connectivity and simplified procurement processes.
Deutsche Telekom now operates 12,150 5G antennas across 920 German cities, leveraging the 3.6 GHz spectrum. This expansion enhances mobile services, adding 676 new locations. Around 97% of German households have access to Deutsche Telekom’s 5G network. The company also plans to introduce 5G Standalone in Germany this year.
Deutsche Telekom has emerged as the latest European telecommunications giant to report robust financial results for the first quarter of 2024. The German incumbent witnessed notable increases in revenue, earnings, and net profit, propelled by a surge in its European operations. The company’s performance underscores a positive growth trajectory amidst a competitive telecom landscape.
Deutsche Telekom, the German telecommunications giant, is ramping up its international wholesale services with a focus on the emerging API (Application Programming Interface) ecosystem. The company’s Global Carrier division has introduced a suite of services known as Global Carrier Digital Services, providing wholesale customers with access to a range of APIs to enhance their own offerings.
Nokia, a leading telecommunications equipment provider, has secured a significant deal with German alternative network operator Deutsche Glasfaser to enhance its fixed access and IP network services. This partnership aims to expand Deutsche Glasfaser’s existing network infrastructure to reach a target of 6 million homes, tripling its current coverage of 2 million homes across Germany.
