BT refunded £18 million to customers after Ofcom found it failed to share required contract details with over a million users. The regulator also fined BT £2.8 million and ordered donations to charities. The company apologised and pledged stronger compliance.
Intel is set to spin off its Network and Edge Group (NEX) as part of a strategic optimization to bolster its core focus. This move, aligning with CEO Lip-Bu Tan’s vision, mirrors the successful Altera spin-off, aiming to attract strategic investors and enhance financial stability.
Vietnam’s upcoming re-auction of the 700 MHz low-band spectrum promises significant advancements for 4G and 5G networks. With a starting bid of VND 1.95 trillion, this crucial spectrum enhances coverage and signal quality, especially in underserved areas.
Germany’s telecom industry is on the brink of a transformative era, fueled by an unprecedented €631 billion investment plan. Driven by public-private collaboration, this massive pledge aims to enhance communication infrastructure and bolster fiber networks.
Virgin Media O2 is expanding its small cell network to Bristol in partnership with Ontix. The initiative, part of a £700 million plan, boosts 4G and 5G capacity in crowded urban areas. Recent spectrum acquisitions from Vodafone will strengthen coverage and support key partnerships.
Nokia is rapidly transforming its focus, capitalizing on the AI supercycle to elevate its Network Infrastructure unit above the Mobile Networks division. As demand rises for AI-driven IP and optical solutions, Nokia’s enterprise sales soar, with an impressive 30 private 5G deals secured in one quarter.
Vodafone Idea has expanded its 5G network to Jaipur, enhancing connectivity in the Pink City as part of its strategic roll-out across 17 telecom circles in India. This 5G deployment follows upgrades to its 4G network, enabling faster speeds and more reliable connectivity.
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.
Tata Communications and AWS are teaming up to develop an AI-ready network infrastructure connecting Mumbai, Hyderabad, and Chennai. This high-capacity, low-latency network aims to support AI, 5G, and HPC projects.
EE aims to expand its standalone 5G network to cover half the UK population by August, reaching over 34 million people. While rollout continues in dozens of towns and cities, doubts persist among MPs about nationwide 5G coverage by 2030.
