Comcast’s transition of its 5G network to AWS’s public cloud marks a pivotal innovation. By tapping into AWS’s robust infrastructure, Comcast aims to enhance scalability, security, and cost efficiency for Xfinity and Business Mobile subscribers.
BT secures a £1.29 billion contract to enhance the UK’s Emergency Services Network (ESN), reinforcing its role in mobile services for emergency communications. Utilizing 4G, the ESN ensures seamless communication for police, fire, and ambulance services, even in remote areas.
China Unicom and Huawei have launched a groundbreaking 5G-Advanced network in Beijing, serving over 10 million people with speeds up to 10 Gbps. This large-scale deployment, leveraging AI and machine learning, optimizes network operations automatically, boosting efficiency and user experience dramatically.
The recent 3.8 GHz midband spectrum allocation by the ACMA is a game-changer for 5G services, offering prime capacity, speed, and coverage. This spectrum surge is pivotal for private network deployment in Australia, enhancing enterprise-level solutions.
Verizon has set a new precedent with its recent achievement of 1.6 Tbps speeds over its live fiber network. This milestone, using cutting-edge WaveLogic 6 Extreme technology, meets the surging demand for AI data processing efficiently.
Harmony Networks has acquired Spring Fibre for £1.5 million. While Spring Fibre aimed for expansive growth, it faltered under financial strain, only connecting 12,000 premises out of a million.
Ericsson and e& UAE’s partnership brings a 5G breakthrough with the advanced dual-band Massive MIMO radio, AIR 3229. This innovation enhances 5G services by boosting network capacity and eco-friendliness with reduced power consumption.
Viettel has launched Vietnam’s first commercial O-RAN 5G network, powered by Qualcomm’s advanced 5G platforms. The rollout, featuring over 300 sites by 2025, includes cutting-edge infrastructure like the Qualcomm X100 and QRU100 platforms.
EE has improved VoIP and emergency communication on Ben Nevis by collaborating with the Lochaber Mountain Rescue Team. Utilizing a 35-meter tower in Glen Nevis, this initiative supports the UK Home Office’s Emergency Services Network.
SoftBank and NVIDIA have made a breakthrough in AI-driven RAN technologies by successfully integrating AI with 5G networks, branding it as AI-RAN. This collaboration, highlighted during the NVIDIA AI Summit in Japan, promises to convert base stations into AI revenue assets.
