U Mobile, a major force in Malaysia’s telecom industry, is set to transform its 5G connectivity through a crucial strategic partnership with CIMB Bank. With a financial boost of RM4 billion, this move aims to establish extensive 5G coverage by 2026, elevating VoIP and 5G networks in the region.
Vodafone Qatar is set to revolutionize its 5G services by partnering with Nokia for a network overhaul. The collaboration focuses on enhancing speed, security, and adaptability to meet digital transformation needs, aligning with Qatar Vision 2030. This strategic move is poised to redefine Qatar’s telecoms sector.
M1 has launched Southeast Asia’s first 5G RedCap network services, enhancing its role in the 5G-Advanced arena by integrating existing IoT technologies with comprehensive 5G solutions. RedCap offers lower latency and extended battery life.
Spark and Air New Zealand have launched the country’s first 5G private network at Auckland Airport, revolutionizing logistics with real-time data, autonomous robots, and drones. This cutting edge system boosts safety, accuracy, and efficiency while paving the way for broader industrial automation and digital innovation.
EE is boosting 5G in central London with 80 small cells in Westminster, enhancing coverage through discreet installations on structures like lampposts. In partnership with Ontix, Nokia and Ericsson, this expansion supports EE’s goal of nationwide 5G by 2028 while improving performance in high-demand areas using advanced network analytics and cutting-edge standalone 5G technology.
U Mobile has partnered with Telekom Malaysia to accelerate 5G deployment using TM’s extensive fiber network. With Huawei and ZTE as key tech partners, U Mobile aims for rapid nationwide coverage, focusing on high demand areas while maintaining a wholesale access deal with DNB.
Vodafone Qatar collaborates with Nokia to transform its mobile network, focusing on faster and flexible 5G services. This partnership will boost network capacity and reduce latency, promoting secure, agile service delivery. As Qatar’s ICT sector grows, enhanced connectivity promises exciting prospects for businesses.
Rakuten Symphony and Zain Kuwait are revolutionizing the telecom industry by introducing Kuwait’s first cloud-native Open Radio Access Network (O-RAN) deployment. This pioneering project aims to enhance 5G Standalone sites, leveraging Rakuten Symphony’s advanced O-RAN and cloud products.
Five global tech leaders, led by Singapore University of Technology and Design, demonstrated a pioneering satellite-powered 5G network linking Singapore and Japan. This breakthrough proves the viability of space-based communication with terrestrial networks, paving the way for seamless global connectivity.
Vodafone and MediaTek have made a major breakthrough in 5G technology with uplink speeds hitting 277 Mbps in Madrid. This leap forward enhances video upload capabilities and cloud services, optimizing user experience. Their test leveraged carrier aggregation, MIMO antennas, and advanced chipsets.
