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.
A federal budget amendment extends spectrum auction authority to 2034, aiming to raise revenue by identifying 600 megahertz for auction. While excluding key bands like 3 GHz and 6 GHz, the plan sparks debate over spectrum use, with industry leaders divided on reallocating the CBRS band.
Virgin Media O2 Business and Daisy Group have merged to create a major force in UK communications and IT. With around 700,000 customers and projected savings of £600 million, the new entity aims to drive B2B growth and digital transformation. VMO2 holds a 70 percent stake, and leadership will include executives from both companies.
Lightpath is advancing its network expansion in Miami, enhancing connectivity through dark fiber and wavelength services up to 800 Gbps. By late 2025, this expansion will stretch Lightpath’s Miami network to over 80-route miles. Positioned underground, it connects 12 key data centers.
The US Department of Transport’s ‘Brand New Air Traffic Control System Plan’ aims to revolutionize communication infrastructure with state-of-the-art telecoms technology. By deploying advanced fiber, wireless, and satellite solutions, it includes 25,000 new radios and 475 voice switches.
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.
Nokia is revolutionizing enterprise network infrastructure with its Aurelis Optical LAN. This innovative fiber-based solution offers secure, scalable connectivity ideal for modern workspaces. With up to 70% cabling reduction and 40% lower power consumption, it presents a sustainable, cost-effective alternative.
Twelve major European mobile operators urge regulators to allocate the upper 6GHz band for mobile use, warning that delays could hinder Europe’s 6G future. They argue the spectrum is vital for innovation and say Wi-Fi already has enough capacity, stressing the need to secure Europe’s technological edge.
Zen Internet’s launch of The Fibre Hub marks a pivotal moment in the UK broadband sector. This innovative platform consolidates various altnet networks, streamlining access for Internet Service Providers to Business and Residential FTTP services.
The WBA and partners completed enterprise trials of Wi-Fi 7, showing major gains in speed, reliability, and efficiency. With nearly 2 Gbps downloads and strong performance in crowded settings, Wi-Fi 7 is set to transform business connectivity and support next generation applications like AR, VR, and AI.
