Gartner’s latest trends outline six pivotal shifts in infrastructure and operations by 2025. These insights provide I&O leaders with a roadmap to navigate future challenges and opportunities.
The EU is advancing its satellite broadband network, IRIS², to rival Starlink. With a €10.6 billion budget, the constellation of 300 satellites will deliver secure communications across Europe and Africa by 2030.
T-Mobile US is redefining telecommunications by launching its innovative beta direct-to-cellular service with Starlink in 2025, aiming to eliminate cellular dead zones. Starting with text messaging, with future voice and data expansion, this service promises to enhance connectivity seamlessly.
Italy is gearing up for its first 5G Standalone millimeter wave network, enhancing Fixed Wireless Access in underserved areas. Announced by Nokia, this project supports EOLO in bridging connectivity gaps.
Congress is tackling the challenge of replacing Chinese telecommunications equipment in U.S. networks by funding the “rip and replace” initiative. This boosts efforts to remove potential threats and secure rural telecommunications connections.
European telecom operators face formidable challenges in phasing out copper networks by 2030, as highlighted in a BEREC report. The EU’s ambitious goal to enhance digital capacity with complete 5G and fiber connectivity underscores significant obstacles.
Verizon introduces free network slicing to consumers through Enhanced Video Calling. This innovative move, targeting iPhone users on 5G Ultra Wideband, promises superior video call quality on popular platforms.
Boingo Wireless has transformed Rhode Island Convention Center with state-of-the-art Wi-Fi 6 and private CBRS network, elevating connectivity for events. This advanced infrastructure streamlines operations, enhances security, and optimizes fan experiences.
Vertiv and Compass Datacenters have partnered to debut the CoolPhase Flex, a hybrid cooling system blending liquid and refrigerant-based air cooling. Designed for data centers handling AI workloads, it ensures energy efficiency, faster installations, and reduced downtime.
Microsoft has sold its former private 5G unit, Metaswitch, to Alianza, signaling a shift in its telecom strategy. While Microsoft’s 5G efforts struggled, this deal enables Alianza to modernize telecom infrastructure for over 1,000 service providers, enhancing cloud-native and AI-driven services.
