AT&T is investing $23 billion in spectrum licenses from EchoStar, set to enhance its spectrum portfolio and connectivity capabilities. This move, expected to finalize by mid-2026, aims to expand AT&T’s service reach, boost 5G network strength, and improve internet experiences.
Crusoe has acquired Israeli startup Atero to strengthen its AI infrastructure. The deal integrates Atero’s technology for improved GPU efficiency, scalability, and energy use, while also marking Crusoe’s expansion into Tel Aviv.
O2 has partnered with Freshwave to install small cells in St Ives and Newquay, boosting mobile coverage at popular tourist spots. The move supports Cornwall’s residents and visitors ahead of the busy summer season, forming part of O2’s wider £700 million network investment plan and Freshwave’s national infrastructure projects.
Japanese ISP BIGLOBE has connected to DE-CIX Frankfurt via GlobePEER Remote, enhancing latency and network performance for data exchange with Europe. This direct link supports BIGLOBE’s international growth, boosts service quality for streaming and cloud applications, and strengthens network resilience.
Apollo Global Management has acquired a majority stake in Stream Data Centers to meet growing US demand for cloud and AI infrastructure. With Apollo’s capital and expertise, SDC plans rapid expansion of its campuses and development pipeline, aiming to serve top technology clients.
Nokia and ProRail are launching the world’s first cloud native GSMR core network for rail, boosting safety, reliability, and efficiency. This milestone extends ProRail’s 2G infrastructure and lays the foundation for future FRMCS deployment, supporting Europe’s digital railway transformation with real time data exchange, lower costs, and enhanced service integration.
AWS has partnered with Gentari for an 80 MW wind project in Tamil Nadu, supporting its goal of net-zero carbon emissions by 2040. This initiative will produce clean energy for AWS’s cloud infrastructure and strengthens its renewable portfolio in India.
Nokia will supply Empyrion Digital with advanced data center gateway and aggregation switches for its new Gangnam Data Center in Seoul. This partnership enhances Empyrion’s network performance, scalability, and energy efficiency as it supports growing data demands across Asia’s digital infrastructure landscape.
LG CNS will invest $72 million to build Indonesia’s largest AI data center in Jakarta with Sinar Mas by 2026. Featuring over 100,000 servers and scalable power capacity, the project blends sustainability with high performance, positioning Jakarta as a key regional digital hub.
Tele2 is reshaping the Baltic telecom landscape by forming a joint venture with GCI, overseeing 2,700 telecom tower sites in Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. As Tele2 becomes an anchor tenant, this strategic move optimizes value from tower assets.
