Rakuten Mobile posted its first quarterly EBITDA profit, signaling progress in its greenfield strategy despite wider net losses. The telecom unit’s revenue rose nearly 11 percent, and subscriber growth continued. Positive EBITDA and reduced losses hint at a potential turnaround for the ambitious, cloud-native network operator within Rakuten Group’s evolving telecom push.
U Mobile plans to exit DNB and build its own 5G network, aiming to cover 80 percent of Malaysia’s populated areas within a year. Partnering with Huawei and ZTE, the company will focus on advanced 5G features and enhanced indoor coverage while continuing to offer 5G services through a wholesale agreement with DNB.
The collaboration between Qualcomm Technologies and Aramco Digital unlocks groundbreaking potential for industrial IoT throughout Saudi Arabia. Integrating Qualcomm’s hardware with Aramco’s 5G network, this partnership focuses on edge AI technologies to revolutionize industrial operations with enhanced efficiency and safety.
Openreach is delivering full fibre broadband to 38 rural UK communities through Project Gigabit, aiming to connect 290,000 hard to reach properties. The initiative is already boosting business, education and local economies, with potential to add £66 billion to UK GDP and support remote work.
O2 Telefonica is expanding 5G streetlights across Germany’s major cities starting in 2025. In partnership with 5G Synergiewerk, the project boosts mobile connectivity in urban hubs and tourist spots using smart poles that combine LED lighting with high speed mobile service.
The Trump administration has scrapped the Biden era AI Diffusion Rule, opting instead for a country specific approach to AI chip exports. Citing innovation concerns and strained diplomatic ties, officials plan to strengthen partnerships with allies while restricting access for adversaries like China.
NTT is leading the charge in global data center expansion, strategically acquiring land in seven markets across North America, Europe, and Asia. With a $10 billion investment focused on AI-ready infrastructure, NTT aims to boost data center capabilities significantly.
Verizon has unveiled a significant initiative supporting small businesses through its $5 billion Small Business Supplier Accelerator program. This effort simplifies integration into large supply chains by offering resources like customized onboarding, training, and flexible terms.
AllPoints Fibre Networks has unveiled Aquila, a wholesale fibre platform designed to simplify broadband access for UK providers. By unifying major networks and offering a user-friendly API-driven portal, Aquila enables fast, scalable service delivery to around 19 million premises, eliminating complexity and accelerating market entry for Communication Service Providers.
Vodafone Group’s decision to partner with 3 Screen Solutions for the 3Ready platform aims to revolutionize the TV user experience worldwide. This collaboration promises to enhance Vodafone TV’s global interface, offering personalized content through content aggregation.
