MasOrange has launched Spain’s first 5G Advanced network, setting a new benchmark in telecoms. Deployed in Seville, the network uses mid and low bands, the 26 GHz spectrum, and a 3.5 GHz band, offering innovative services like 5G New Calling, enhancing connectivity and customer experience.
Optus is boosting its regional 5G network with Nokia’s latest radio and baseband technologies, enhancing coverage, speed, and energy efficiency. This upgrade, enabled by a spectrum-sharing deal with TPG Telecom, supports rising demand in underserved areas while advancing sustainability goals through power-saving innovations.
Ericsson successfully tested its multi-operator 5G Radio Dot System in Taipei City Mall, showcasing over 1Gbps speeds and efficient indoor coverage. The solution enables shared infrastructure, lowers power use, and simplifies management.
Fastweb and Vodafone’s merger will launch a private 5G network at Italy’s Port of Ravenna. This move aims to make it a smart port, supporting IoT and autonomous technology. This 15km canal hub will see enhanced cargo monitoring and environmental data tracking, boosting logistics efficiency.
Bharti Airtel’s latest acquisition of 400MHz 26GHz spectrum from Adani Data Networks marks a pivotal move to bolster its 5G services. This acquisition enhances Airtel’s 5G footprint across key Indian regions and addresses high-capacity use cases like Fixed Wireless Access and enterprise solutions.
KDDI and AMD’s partnership marks a strategic move to enhance 5G virtualized networks by 2026. Leveraging AMD’s 4th Gen EPYC processors, the collaboration aims to optimize network performance and energy efficiency to meet rising wireless data demand.
Vodafone and A1 Group have achieved a major milestone by enabling seamless 5G Standalone roaming between networks. This breakthrough, powered by Ericsson’s technology and global standards, ensures secure, high-quality connectivity and sets the stage for enhanced mobile experiences across Europe and beyond.
U Mobile is transforming Malaysia’s 5G landscape by partnering with Huawei and ZTE to deploy the country’s second 5G network. Aiming for 80% population coverage within a year, U Mobile emphasizes robust 5G performance. This strategic move aligns with government efforts to boost competition and service quality.
Shanghai has become China’s first mega-city to achieve comprehensive 5G coverage throughout its entire metro system. This milestone spans all 21 metro lines, significantly enhancing Shanghai’s transportation network with real-time operations, predictive maintenance, and smart urban transit.
Telia Finland demonstrated its 5G network slicing by remotely operating an armoured vehicle nearly 100 kilometres away during military drills in Lapland. The successful test highlights how advanced connectivity can enable real-time control for defence applications, marking a significant step in unmanned systems and secure cross-border cooperation amid Finland’s evolving security landscape.
