Nokia has unveiled the FastMile Gateway 4, a 5G Fixed Wireless Access device with Wi-Fi 7, delivering speeds up to 4Gbps. Featuring high-gain antennas, multi-link operation, and cloud-based optimization via Corteca, it enhances speed and coverage.
Virgin Media O2 and Mavenir tested Open RAN technology at Twickenham Stadium during the Six Nations, showcasing its potential to improve mobile connectivity at large events. The trial, part of the 5G MoDE initiative, aims to enhance network reliability.
Meta is launching “Meta AI” across 41 European countries, integrating its assistant into Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and Messenger. Despite regulatory delays, the AI will support six languages, with group chat features rolling out soon.
BT is in talks with AT&T and Orange to explore partnerships for its international operations, possibly leading to a partial sale. This move aligns with CEO Allison Kirkby’s UK-focused strategy, following BT’s recent sale of its Irish operations.
SoftBank plans to acquire Ampere Computing for $6.5 billion, strengthening its position in AI and energy-efficient computing. Ampere’s ARM-based chips align with SoftBank’s AI strategy as demand for high-performance computing grows.
NTT Data’s Agentic AI suite is set to revolutionize industries such as manufacturing, banking, and healthcare. By leveraging hyperscaler platforms like Azure AI, businesses can develop private AI agents to enhance operations.
SK Telecom has made a major leap in AI capabilities by integrating Google’s Gemini 2.0 Flash into its AI agent, adot. This upgrade promises an enhanced user interaction experience by offering access to a wide array of AI models from global platforms, including ChatGPT and Claude.
EE’s 5G Standalone network expansion in the UK aims to cover 50 cities by month’s end, enhancing connectivity for 28 million people. Offering better 5G availability in regions like Milton Keynes and Sunderland, users will experience smoother video calls, streaming, and gaming, provided they have compatible smartphones from major brands.
O2 is combating scam calls with AI-powered detection, flagging 150 million suspicious calls since partnering with Hiya. Common scams involve fraudsters posing as HMRC, Amazon, or banks. AI-driven efforts have reduced answered spam calls by 42%
Ericsson and Ooredoo Qatar’s collaboration heralds a new era of digital transformation with strategic 5G solutions targeting enterprises and the public sector. This partnership promises to enhance connectivity, boost efficiency, and support sustainability by deploying private networks for vital sectors.
