Vodafone and A1 Group have achieved a major milestone by enabling seamless 5G Standalone roaming between networks. This breakthrough, powered by Ericsson’s technology and global standards, ensures secure, high-quality connectivity and sets the stage for enhanced mobile experiences across Europe and beyond.
India’s leading telecom operators emphasize the urgent need for a robust spectrum roadmap. As India’s 5G landscape evolves, operators like Bharti Airtel and Reliance Jio highlight current spectrum allocations are insufficient for future demands.
Malaysia’s mobile service revenue is set for strong growth, fueled by rising 5G adoption and soaring data demand. Mobile data usage is projected to more than double by 2029, while the shift to a dual-network model promises greater competition and improved services.
U Mobile is transforming Malaysia’s 5G landscape by partnering with Huawei and ZTE to deploy the country’s second 5G network. Aiming for 80% population coverage within a year, U Mobile emphasizes robust 5G performance. This strategic move aligns with government efforts to boost competition and service quality.
Shanghai has become China’s first mega-city to achieve comprehensive 5G coverage throughout its entire metro system. This milestone spans all 21 metro lines, significantly enhancing Shanghai’s transportation network with real-time operations, predictive maintenance, and smart urban transit.
Telia Finland demonstrated its 5G network slicing by remotely operating an armoured vehicle nearly 100 kilometres away during military drills in Lapland. The successful test highlights how advanced connectivity can enable real-time control for defence applications, marking a significant step in unmanned systems and secure cross-border cooperation amid Finland’s evolving security landscape.
Beijing’s ambitious plan for integrating 5G technology into daily life by 2027 promises revolutionary changes in sectors such as healthcare and education. The city aims for 100% 5G user penetration, with 75% of network traffic utilizing 5G.
Nokia, Digita, and CoreGo are teaming up to deploy private 5G networks at major events, boosting secure, real-time connectivity for payments, ticketing, and operations. The flexible, scalable systems promise smoother experiences for attendees and staff.
Germany’s antitrust authority has accused Vodafone and Vantage Towers of blocking 1&1’s 5G rollout by withholding promised tower access. The delay, the regulator claims, harms competition and could have been avoided.
The Global Mobile Suppliers Association (GSA) is championing the development of 5G Reduced Capability, known as RedCap, by forming a focused group. This initiative is crucial for propelling 5G’s ecosystem forward, backed by industry giants like Ericsson, Huawei, Qualcomm, and MediaTek.
