The UK telecom landscape is transforming with the £15 billion merger between Vodafone and Three, approved by the Competition and Market’s Authority. This merger will create the largest UK mobile network operator, impacting 29 million users.
Liberty, a leading Puerto Rican telecom operator, partners with Samsung Networks Latin America to revolutionize communication by testing vRAN and Open RAN technologies. This initiative establishes Liberty as a pioneer in Puerto Rico, enhancing their 5G network’s efficiency and flexibility.
The UK government is launching three innovative satellite projects to improve broadband access in remote areas. Combining LEO and GEO technology, these initiatives target isolated regions like Rathlin Island and Papa Stour.
Cisco’s partnership with Transatel revolutionizes secure 4G and 5G connectivity using eSIM technology. This seamless integration offers enterprises faster, scalable, and secure mobile branches with on-demand SD-WAN and edge computing for IoT.
AT&T will phase out its NB-IoT network, transitioning customers to LTE-M for greater data capacity and improved IoT services. The shift, set to complete by Q1 2025, reflects AT&T’s focus on advancing technology, including exploring 5G RedCap.
Viettel has launched Vietnam’s first commercial O-RAN 5G network, powered by Qualcomm’s advanced 5G platforms. The rollout, featuring over 300 sites by 2025, includes cutting-edge infrastructure like the Qualcomm X100 and QRU100 platforms.
Meta’s collaboration with universities propels VR education forward, utilizing Quest devices to provide unique learning experiences. The Meta for Education beta program connects institutions like Imperial College London and University of Leeds to immersive platforms.
Spain’s telecom sector is set for transformation as Ericsson partners with MasOrange, the country’s largest mobile operator, to develop an open, programmable network. This five-year collaboration aims to enhance network performance and support the rollout of 5G in rural areas.
The UK’s National Quantum Computing Centre (NQCC), launched on Harwell Campus, Oxfordshire, offers open access to 12 quantum computers. This 4,000-square-meter facility aims to advance quantum technology, address skill shortages, and drive innovation in sectors like healthcare, energy, and AI, supporting the UK’s £2.5 billion quantum initiative.
The FCC’s decision to allocate 4.9 GHz spectrum rights to FirstNet and AT&T is transforming communications for public safety networks. By unlocking underutilized bandwidth, this move enhances infrastructure, bridging gaps in emergency responses.
