The Next Generation Mobile Networks Alliance (NGMN) has unveiled a transformative roadmap towards 6G. This framework addresses current 5G challenges, emphasizing a seamless evolution that integrates cutting-edge technologies.
SK Telecom saw strong growth in 2024, driven by a 19% surge in AI revenue and a 4.0% rise in AI business. With 31.8 million mobile users and strategic investments in AI infrastructure, the company is advancing its AI ambitions.
Keysight Technologies and the University of Malaga have launched the Malaga 6G Research and Innovation Lab to advance 6G technology. This facility will foster collaboration across industry and academia, focusing on areas like AI-enhanced network performance, digital twins, and secure, scalable architectures.
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.
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.
Three UK has teamed up with Ericsson to create Europe’s largest cloud-native core network, boosting capacity to 9 Tbps. As data usage skyrockets from services like streaming and gaming, this partnership aims to enhance performance.
Freshwave’s collaboration with the National Robotarium leverages 5G networks to empower agritech robots, including the innovative ‘Spot’. By streaming live video and conducting real-time analyses, these robots enhance productivity in agriculture.
The UK government has granted IBM a crucial £1.6 billion contract for the Emergency Services Network. Vital for UK emergency communications, IBM’s solutions, backed by Samsung and Ericsson, promise enhanced voice-over-IP technology.
Deutsche Telekom’s strategic move to merge national and international wholesale operations into T Wholesale aims to meet growing global demand for telecom solutions. This unification enhances service offerings, providing a comprehensive portfolio including IPX, fiber optics, and cutting-edge 5G solutions.
