Japanese ISP BIGLOBE has connected to DE-CIX Frankfurt via GlobePEER Remote, enhancing latency and network performance for data exchange with Europe. This direct link supports BIGLOBE’s international growth, boosts service quality for streaming and cloud applications, and strengthens network resilience.
T-Mobile has launched T-Satellite, a direct-to-device service using Starlink’s satellites, to combat notorious ‘not spots’ in the US and beyond. The service, supporting over 60 smartphones, integrates with T-Mobile’s premium plans.
Sweden is investigating a potential sabotage of the Cinia C-Lion1 undersea telecom cable. Despite the damage, the link between Finland and Germany remains active.
Indian billionaire Sunil Mittal sold a 0.84% stake in Bharti Airtel for $976 million, with 25% going to Bharti Telecom to strengthen its control. The rest was acquired by major investors like GQG Partners and Fidelity.
Meta’s Project Waterworth sets a new benchmark in subsea cable infrastructure, aiming to enhance global connectivity through over 50,000 kilometers of cables. This groundbreaking effort will streamline voip services across continents, crucial for sustaining global communication.
NetIX expands its global footprint with a new PoP at Telehouse London Docklands, drastically reducing service delivery times from four weeks to four days. This move enhances connectivity for ISPs, CDNs, and enterprises, linking them to 50+ Internet Exchanges.
AST SpaceMobile has secured a U.S. government contract under the SDA’s HALO program, enabling it to compete in prototype space tech projects. This milestone positions the company to demonstrate its large BlueBird satellite arrays for government use, with potential applications in secure communication.
Skylo’s cutting-edge NTN connectivity enhances the Google Pixel 9 series, ensuring reliable emergency communication where terrestrial networks fail. For the first time, Pixel users can connect to emergency services via satellite. This collaborative innovation between Skylo and Google marks a new era in mobile connectivity, delivering essential support in remote areas.
Verizon has entered into a $100 million agreement with AST SpaceMobile to extend satellite coverage across the United States. This partnership aims to achieve 100% geographical coverage by utilizing the 850 MHz spectrum, particularly in areas lacking traditional terrestrial service.
AT&T takes a significant leap forward in its plans to offer satellite direct-to-phone services following the finalization of commercial terms with low Earth orbit (LEO) operator AST SpaceMobile. The agreement sets the stage for AT&T to provide non-terrestrial network (NTN) coverage through SpaceMobile’s constellation until 2030. Although a firm launch date for SpaceMobile’s network is yet to be confirmed, AT&T anticipates the delivery of the first commercial satellites to Cape Canaveral this summer.
