The UK government is reducing funding for the Shared Rural Network (SRN), cutting planned new mobile masts from 260 to 60. While officials insist connectivity goals remain unchanged, critics worry rural areas will suffer.
EE has extended its partnership with the Home Nations Football Associations and Wembley Stadium until 2028, cementing EE’s role as the exclusive lead partner. This extension underscores EE’s commitment to investing in UK football, enhancing fan experiences with advanced 4G and 5G connectivity.
Vodafone has achieved a world first: a non-terrestrial video call using an unmodified 4G/5G smartphone via AST SpaceMobile’s BlueBird satellites. This milestone highlights the fusion of satellite and cellular networks, extending coverage to remote areas.
Vodafone Spain is deploying a private 5G network at Geoalcali’s Navarra mine to enhance safety and efficiency. Integrating 4G for equipment connectivity, it enables real-time data access, remote machinery control, and automation.
LexisNexis has launched the “Cellular Verified” initiative to enhance 5G patent data accuracy in the telecom sector. Collaborating with over 30 leading companies, the program achieves 99.9% data precision by verifying patents against ETSI records.
StarHub partners with Nokia to monetize 4G/5G networks, enabling enterprises to optimize applications via network APIs. Using Nokia’s “Network as Code” platform, developers gain streamlined access to network functions, fueling innovations across banking, finance, and logistics.
Rakuten Mobile is amplifying its presence in the U.S. to push Open RAN forward, a key focus of the NTIA’s Public Wireless Supply Chain Innovation Fund. This move aims to strengthen the telecommunications supply chain and foster competition in the wireless sector.
Cerillion, a BSS/OSS-as-a-Service provider, partners with Ucom for a transformative digital upgrade. This collaboration will optimize Ucom’s operations, enhancing their quadruple-play services through Cerillion’s integrated suite.
China-based Sequans Communications recently expanded by acquiring Swiss company ACP, strengthening its ambitions in the rapidly growing 5G RedCap sector. This strategic acquisition enhances Sequans’ capabilities to capture the expanding eRedCap market.
U Mobile has partnered with CIMB Bank to secure funding for its role as Malaysia’s second 5G network provider. The collaboration supports a rapid 5G rollout, enhancing digitalization efforts and infrastructure.
