Openreach is delivering full fibre broadband to 38 rural UK communities through Project Gigabit, aiming to connect 290,000 hard to reach properties. The initiative is already boosting business, education and local economies, with potential to add £66 billion to UK GDP and support remote work.
MasOrange has launched Spain’s first 5G Advanced network, setting a new benchmark in telecoms. Deployed in Seville, the network uses mid and low bands, the 26 GHz spectrum, and a 3.5 GHz band, offering innovative services like 5G New Calling, enhancing connectivity and customer experience.
Eutelsat has named former Orange CEO Jean François Fallacher as its new Chief Executive Officer, marking a strategic push into the telecom sector. With global experience and a strong track record, Fallacher steps in as Eutelsat finalizes its OneWeb merger and deepens involvement in Europe’s IRIS² initiative for space autonomy.
The Philippines introduces VITRO Sta. Rosa, the first GPU-powered, AI-focused hyperscale data center, marking its digital infrastructure leap. Offering GPU as a Service, VSR supports AI-driven transformation, attracting tech enterprises with its robust, secure services.
OpenAI and SoftBank are eyeing the U.K. for their ambitious Stargate project, aiming to supercharge global AI infrastructure. Backed by major investment and government support, the U.K.’s advanced ecosystem and strategic planning position it as a frontrunner in this transformative AI expansion.
Chunghwa Telecom is partnering with Astranis to launch Taiwan’s first dedicated geostationary satellite, enhancing national connectivity and infrastructure resilience. Scheduled for deployment by 2025, the project is part of a larger satellite program and reflects Taiwan’s commitment to secure communication systems.
The European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI) is driving the future with its groundbreaking report on 6G networks. The focus on Integrated Sensing And Communications (ISAC) promises to revolutionize industries by blending communication with sensing technology.
Private equity firms KKR, Cinven, and Providence may soon exit MasOrange via an IPO, potentially by next year. The mobile giant, formed from Orange and MasMovil’s €22 billion merger, reported strong 2024 earnings. While no decision is final, investor interest is high, and an IPO could reshape Spain’s telecom sector.
UPS has teamed up with NTT DATA to revolutionize its IT infrastructure over a decade. This transformative project utilizes AI to enhance UPS’s operational efficiencies and customer experiences while modernizing its data management across cloud platforms.
Siemens’ groundbreaking collaboration with Microsoft at Hannover Messe showcases a next-level industrial AI foundation, revolutionizing Industry 4.0. Leveraging vast production archives, this AI enhances automation and integrates digital systems like virtual PLCs. With applications already at Audi, Siemens leads in bridging the skilled labor gap and optimizing industrial processes.
