Deutsche Telekom says AI traffic will not trigger extra mobile uplink spending yet, relying on planned RAN modernization, Open RAN upgrades, and 5G-Advanced features. For VoIP providers, the message is clear: smarter networks, lower latency, and disciplined capex may shape future voice, video, and AI communications performance across telecom markets
Verizon’s 6G vision highlights the next leap for VoIP, mobile networks, and AI-powered communications. With uplink-heavy wearables, ISAC spectrum demands, Open RAN standards, and 2028 Olympics testing, Verizon says 6G must deliver smarter, balanced, low-latency connectivity for future voice, video, and real-time cloud services by 2030 across telecom networks worldwide
AT&T and Ericsson achieved a milestone by deploying a third party RAN automation application on a live network. Built on the Open RAN R1 interface and powered by Ericsson’s Intelligent Automation Platform, it optimizes performance with telemetry and policy data.
Digital Catapult joins a major Horizon Europe-backed 6G initiative to advance smarter, faster, and sustainable networks. Collaborating with global leaders like Samsung and Nokia, the project explores AI integration and Open RAN technologies.
Boost Mobile has integrated Nokia’s cloud-native 5G Voice Core to enhance automation and efficiency in its Open RAN network. This move consolidates IMS voice functions, cutting infrastructure costs by 70% and improving energy efficiency by up to 20%.
Telstra’s collaboration with Ericsson is set to redefine Australia’s telecommunications through the launch of a 5G Advanced network, offering bespoke connectivity and innovative applications. The integration of Ericsson’s Open RAN-ready hardware and AI automation enhances network efficiency and reliability.
In a groundbreaking move, Mavenir is joining forces with Terrestar Solutions, a satellite operator based in Canada, to pioneer a project that seamlessly blends satellite connectivity with Open RAN terrestrial networks. This collaboration, revealed just before the Mobile World Congress (MWC), aims to offer users across the globe uninterrupted connectivity by merging satellite and terrestrial network capabilities.
China finished building the first launchpad at its Wenchang spaceport for the Long March 8 rocket. OmniOn Power’s Intelligent Distribution Bay addresses the growing challenges in the telecom and data center industry by providing real-time monitoring. Infobip launched AI Hub, an advanced upgrade integrating analytics, AI, and gen AI features to facilitate seamless end-to-end conversational experiences. CallTower joined the International Trade Council, reinforcing its dedication to excellence in Cloud Communications. The US government granted $50 million to Dish for the Open RAN Center for Integration & Deployment (ORCID), aimed at enhancing the global Open RAN ecosystem.
In a groundbreaking move, Parallel Wireless, Inc., a U.S. based Open RAN innovator, has officially launched the general availability of its pioneering 5G Standalone (SA) software stack. The innovative solution, a first of its kind globally, is designed to be hardware-agnostic, allowing operators, private networks, and public safety networks to seamlessly deploy their RAN infrastructure across diverse processor hardware platforms.
Italian telecom provider Wind Tre faces hurdles in selling infrastructure due to complex 5G network sharing negotiations with rivals Iliad and Fastweb. CK Hutchison delays the deal closure by three months to February 12, citing challenges with Iliad and Fastweb. Meanwhile, Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison’s $6 billion merger in Indonesia with Huawei’s support achieves significant growth. France’s Orange introduces satellite broadband, while Norway’s Telenor sells its satellite operations. FCC’s new broadband rules target discrimination, raising concerns of unintended consequences. Mavenir and Nokia achieve remarkable Open RAN interoperability, overcoming past criticisms and showcasing commitment to multi-supplier systems.
