Opensignal’s report shows T-Mobile leads in US 5G availability.
Google has reversed its decision to phase out tracking cookies. Businesses rapidly adopting generative AI face long-term infrastructure and security challenges. EdgeCore Digital Infrastructure plans to build a new data center. Nokia’s Broadband Easy Connect uses AI and cloud technology to streamline fibre connections.
Hrvatski Telekom is set to revolutionize Croatia’s largest shipping hub with a private slice of its public 5G network at the new Port of Rijeka. This initiative, in collaboration with APM Terminals and ENNA Group, will integrate advanced 5G technology to support remote-controlled operations, enhancing environmental responsibility and operational efficiency.
Kontron and Amarisoft have teamed up to provide a robust private 5G solution for the Defense and Security sectors. Leveraging Kontron’s rugged ME1310 platform and Amarisoft’s software, this partnership focuses on delivering reliable 5G connectivity in challenging environments. This collaboration aims to enhance communication while simplifying 4G/5G network deployment.
Boldyn Networks is set to unveil a pioneering 5G Innovation Lab at the Port of Blyth, thanks to a £500,000 investment from the North East Combined Authority’s 5G Innovation Acceleration program. The lab will offer businesses a secure, high-bandwidth environment to test smart manufacturing technologies, boosting the region’s tech landscape.
Nokia and Bharti Airtel’s first trial of 5G non-standalone technology in India achieved over 1.2 Gbps data throughput on Airtel’s commercial network. The trial used the 3.5 GHz spectrum for 5G, leveraging Nokia’s RAN software and advanced virtualization.
UScellular has teamed up with MxD to enhance private network technology in U.S. manufacturing. Utilizing advanced equipment at MxD’s Chicago facility, UScellular’s 5G network solutions aim to elevate digital manufacturing. This partnership highlights the fusion of private cellular tech with existing Wi-Fi systems, marking a significant advancement in Industry 4.0 communication.
Chinese telecom engineers claim to have built the world’s first 6G field test network, as reported by China Daily. This experimental network demonstrates advancements in communication capacity and efficiency, leveraging existing 4G infrastructure. China aims to commercialize 6G by 2030, aspiring to set technology standards by 2025.
Vodafone and Meta have teamed up to tackle network congestion and enhance mobile user experience across Europe. Launched in June, this VoIP-optimized partnership spans eleven markets, focusing on video optimization to reduce network traffic. Initial tests in the UK show significant traffic reductions for Meta apps, freeing up resources for high-traffic areas.
The wireless telecoms industry experienced growth due to 5G technology. Telstra and Optus will stop pre-installing Google Search as the default on their Android phones. A MedUX report ranked UK fixed broadband providers. The WBBA urges IP network upgrades for 5.5G and 6G services.
Freshwave, in collaboration with CommScope, has unveiled a revolutionary small cell solution that merges 4G from all four UK mobile network operators into one system. Using CommScope’s ONECELL technology, the Omni Network by Freshwave ensures indoor LTE and 5G connectivity.


