Visitors, residents, businesses, and students in Reading town centre will soon enjoy enhanced mobile experiences and faster speeds thanks to Virgin Media O2’s deployment of small cells. This VoIP advancement aims to boost mobile capacity in Reading’s busy areas like Reading Station and the Oracle Shopping Centre, improving network efficiency.
Data centers are critical to the U.S.’s digital infrastructure, supporting various industries and services. The NTIA is requesting public input to address challenges like energy consumption and cybersecurity. This collaborative effort aims to create a sustainable, secure, and resilient data center industry, supporting AI-driven growth and technological advancement.
EE has launched its 5GSA mobile network across 15 UK cities, including London, Manchester, and Glasgow, aiming to enhance mobile coverage and performance. Alongside this, the new Wi-Fi 7 Smart Hub Pro promises superior home broadband speeds and connectivity. These advancements position EE as a forefront leader in the UK’s cellular network arena.
Starlink has expanded its satellite backhaul services to over 100 rural base stations of Africa Mobile Networks in Nigeria, enhancing connectivity in remote areas. Since their 2023 agreement, traffic surged 45% across connected sites. Leveraging Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites, AMN effectively boosts base station capacity, transforming local communities with improved mobile access.
Nokia partners with Rockwell Automation to test private 5G on the CBRS band, enhancing industrial automation using EtherNet/IP protocols. With successful integration of time-sensitive networking and ultra-reliable low-latency communications, this collaboration signifies a breakthrough for Industry 4.0 applications. Discover how private 5G network solutions are transforming industrial automation and connectivity.
Verizon’s acquisition of Frontier Communications for $20 billion will expand its fiber footprint to 25 million premises across 31 states and Washington, D.C. This strategic move aims to enhance Verizon’s fiber and fixed wireless access services, accelerating premium broadband offerings and boosting overall service revenue.
AT&T’s partnership with Kinetic aims to enhance rural areas through bundled fiber and wireless offerings. This collaboration addresses the digital divide, offering high-speed internet and cost-effective solutions to underserved regions. With significant investments and strategic initiatives, both companies strive to connect more users and improve digital accessibility nationwide.
AST SpaceMobile’s five BlueBird satellites are set to launch on September 12, heralding the start of their commercial non-terrestrial network services in collaboration with carriers like Verizon and AT&T. This pivotal event not only enhances global cellular connectivity but also signifies a major milestone in low Earth orbit telecommunications.
SoftBank and Eutelsat’s OneWeb have partnered to enhance communication services in Japan by integrating OneWeb’s LEO satellite connectivity. The multi-year deal will improve secure, reliable communications, particularly in remote areas. SoftBank’s SmartVPN service will benefit, and there’s potential for expansion abroad.
TalkTalk’s recent refinancing agreement, aimed at stabilizing its financial position, involves significant contributions from key shareholders pledging £170 million. The deal extends repayment deadlines for Revolving Credit Facilities and Senior Secured Notes to September 2027, giving TalkTalk more time to organize its finances and ensure long-term financial stability.
