Eutelsat Group, MediaTek, and Airbus Defence and Space have successfully trialed 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN) using low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites. This milestone paves the way for seamless satellite and terrestrial network integration, expanding global 5G accessibility.
The European Commission has approved €227 million to support ams Osram’s semiconductor plant in Austria. This facility will enhance Europe’s chip industry, reduce reliance on foreign suppliers, and produce advanced wafers for key sectors.
Qatar, in partnership with Scale AI, is set to transform its public services by integrating cutting-edge AI technologies over five years. This collaboration aims to enhance government operations through predictive analytics and automation.
BT Group is expanding its Global Fabric services through collaborations with Equinix and Optiva, significantly enhancing its network reach. The Global Fabric platform connects enterprises to rapid computing services, revolutionizing access to cloud-based solutions.
Telefónica has confirmed the $1.25 billion sale of its Argentina operations to Telecom Argentina, aiming to reduce debt and streamline operations. While Telecom plans to expand broadband and 5G, concerns arise over market dominance, prompting regulatory scrutiny.
NTT Data has secured a multi-year deal to deploy and manage a private 5G network for Belgium’s Roularta Media Group, enhancing operations at its 40,000m² facility. The initiative aims to boost connectivity, starting with push-to-talk communication and expanding to intelligent asset tracking and edge computing.
Mavenir and Terrestar Solutions achieved a major milestone in satellite communications by completing a Voice over NB-IoT call using Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTNs) on a 3GPP-standardized S-band spectrum. This breakthrough paves the way for NTN-based NB-IoT solutions, future 5G integration, and expanded connectivity.
Algeria Telecom and Huawei have partnered to launch a 400G WDM national backbone network, enhancing Algeria’s digital infrastructure with ultra-high-speed, low-latency connectivity. This initiative boosts network reliability, supports the digital economy, and improves online services in sectors like education and healthcare.
OpenAI is reducing its Microsoft dependency by partnering with SoftBank for compute needs by 2030, via the Stargate project. This switch will decrease reliance on Microsoft, with SoftBank’s $30 billion investment crucial for AI data centers.
Verizon and AT&T have achieved a breakthrough in satellite connectivity, completing NTN video calls via AST SpaceMobile’s Bluebird LEO satellites. This innovation enhances communication in remote areas, with AST SpaceMobile promising 120 Mbps speeds.
