Vodafone and Three are exploring a Pay-TV service bundled with broadband, phone, and mobile plans. This comes after their £15 billion merger, aiming to capture a broader audience. Competing against Virgin Media O2 and BT, they’re leveraging existing expertise from Germany and the Netherlands to navigate shifting preferences towards streaming.
At NAB Show 2025, Verizon and NVIDIA unveiled a portable private 5G network powered by edge AI and accelerated computing. Designed for live broadcast workflows, the system uses real-time AI to prioritize key video moments, boosting viewer engagement and production efficiency—anywhere from stadiums to remote sites.
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.
Verizon and AT&T have achieved a breakthrough in satellite connectivity, completing NTN video calls via AST SpaceMobile’s Bluebird LEO satellites. This innovation enhances communication in remote areas, with AST SpaceMobile promising 120 Mbps speeds.
Comcast is revolutionizing internet speed with its low-latency DOCSIS network, powered by IETF’s L4S standards. Promising lag times “faster than the blink of an eye,” this innovation enhances experiences for FaceTime, gaming, and mixed reality
Sinch is revolutionizing business communication with RCS Business Messaging (RBM), now available on iOS for Three UK and Virgin Media O2. This expansion enables businesses to deliver rich, interactive experiences—videos, carousels, and secure two-way conversations—seamlessly reaching both Android and iPhone users.
Google, Samsung, and Qualcomm unveiled Android XR, an AI-enhanced OS for XR, VR, and AR experiences. Featuring AI-driven interactivity, advanced displays, and seamless app integration, Android XR aims to create a dynamic ecosystem of devices and apps.
Exciting news in the world of VoIP! The FCC now permits unlicensed Very Low Power devices across the 6 GHz band. This expansion supports next-gen solutions like AR and VR, wearables, and more, promising high speeds and minimal interference for seamless connectivity.
In an unprecedented move, the US FCC seeks to enhance cybersecurity for telecom operators, addressing vulnerabilities exposed by a severe hack. With a focus on advanced cyber defenses, the FCC proposes stringent rules compelling carriers to fortify their networks against sophisticated threats.
Sinch, which is pioneering the way the world communicates through its Customer Communications Cloud, announced that during 2024, the company has successfully delivered more than 1 billion Rich Communication Services (RCS) business messages for businesses worldwide. This milestone underscores Sinch’s role as a trusted partner when businesses seek out innovative messaging solutions to engage with their customers.
