GXC, a Texas-based private 4G/5G provider, is set to be acquired by California’s Motive Companies. This strategic move enhances GXC’s advanced 5G services for industrial applications, leveraging Motive’s expertise.
BT’s financial report for the first half of 2024 reveals a 3% revenue decline due to the competitive retail market, while profits fell by 10% owing to heightened costs. On a positive note, BT’s fibre network now covers over 16 million UK households, bolstered by the rapid fibre deployment by Openreach.
AT&T’s acquisition of over $1 billion spectrum from UScellular enhances its network capabilities alongside T-Mobile and Verizon, marking a significant shift in the telecom landscape. With UScellular retaining crucial assets, the move aligns with evolving industry trends, focusing on infrastructure and Fixed Wireless Access services.
T-Mobile is revolutionizing VoIP communication with its groundbreaking 5G standalone network, achieving uplink speeds of 2.2 Gbps using New Radio Dual Connectivity. By aggregating 2.5 GHz and mmWave spectrum, T-Mobile significantly enhances VoIP performance, catering to demanding applications like live streaming and gaming. This innovation elevates VoIP experiences worldwide.
Vodafone Spain and Telefonica have launched an ambitious FibreCo project, extending fibre networks to 3.6 million premises. With Telefonica holding a 63% stake and Vodafone 37%, this venture revolutionizes fibre access across the country.
Bell Canada Enterprises expands into the US market with a strategic CAD 7 billion acquisition of Ziply Fiber, marking its first venture into the US fibre space. This move enhances Bell’s reach, offering VoIP and fibre connectivity to millions, advancing its status among top fibre internet providers across North America.
Virgin Media O2 has made groundbreaking progress by deploying 5G standalone small cells in Birmingham. This state-of-the-art VoIP-ready technology promises enhanced mobile connectivity, achieving internet speeds up to 300Mbps.
Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison and Ericsson have launched Indonesia’s first full-stack Digital Monetization Platform (DMP), marking a pivotal moment in the country’s telecom digital transformation. This innovative solution supports 5G readiness, offering diverse new business models like network slicing.
Nokia and Taiwan Mobile extend their partnership to boost Taiwan’s 5G and LTE network capabilities. By deploying Nokia’s cutting-edge 5G AirScale solutions, this collaboration promises enhanced user experiences for over 10 million customers.
Saudi Arabia’s Mobily and Telecom Egypt are collaborating on a submarine cable project across the Red Sea, enhancing VoIP connectivity between Saudi Arabia and Egypt. This initiative addresses increasing internet service demand and aligns with Saudi Vision 2030.
