Onecom and APFN have partnered to expand business grade fibre connectivity across the UK. Using APFN’s aquila platform, Onecom will access CityFibre’s extensive network, enhancing services for small and medium enterprises. This collaboration aims to deliver faster broadband to underserved areas.
Rakuten Symphony and Zain Kuwait are revolutionizing the telecom industry by introducing Kuwait’s first cloud-native Open Radio Access Network (O-RAN) deployment. This pioneering project aims to enhance 5G Standalone sites, leveraging Rakuten Symphony’s advanced O-RAN and cloud products.
The FCC is exploring opening over 20,000 MHz of underused spectrum for satellite use, potentially benefiting companies like SpaceX. This move comes amid rising criticism of Dish Network for underutilizing its licensed frequencies and signals growing regulatory support for the satellite broadband sector.
Five global tech leaders, led by Singapore University of Technology and Design, demonstrated a pioneering satellite-powered 5G network linking Singapore and Japan. This breakthrough proves the viability of space-based communication with terrestrial networks, paving the way for seamless global connectivity.
Crusoe is investing $11.6 billion to expand its Stargate AI campus in Texas, aiming to power next generation AI with renewable energy and advanced infrastructure. Backed by major partners, the project will house hundreds of thousands of Nvidia GPUs and create thousands of jobs.
Vodafone and MediaTek have made a major breakthrough in 5G technology with uplink speeds hitting 277 Mbps in Madrid. This leap forward enhances video upload capabilities and cloud services, optimizing user experience. Their test leveraged carrier aggregation, MIMO antennas, and advanced chipsets.
In a landmark move, Netomnia and Adtran have launched the first commercial 50G PON service in the UK, revolutionizing the broadband sector. This deployment utilizes Adtran’s SDX 6400 Series to deliver hyper-fast connectivity, seamlessly integrating with existing PON networks. This advancement highlights the power of next-generation PON technology.
The FCC has tightened oversight of device certification labs to protect national security, targeting those with suspected foreign ties. The new rules, unanimously approved, aim to prevent influence from adversaries like China and ensure only trusted labs can certify radio transmitting devices for the U.S. market.
Pátria has launched Omnia, a $1 billion investment focused on building AI-ready data centers in Brazil, Mexico, and Chile. These facilities will use renewable wind energy and support high-performance computing needs, starting at 100 megawatts. Construction begins in 2025, marking Pátria’s return to the data center sector.
Viettel has acquired the vital 700 MHz spectrum for $75.2 million, boosting its goal of 99 percent population coverage by 2030. This move enhances 4G and 5G reach, especially in rural areas, and supports emerging IoT applications.
