China Telecom announced the early completion of the 10,000-km Asia Direct Cable (ADC), the first new submarine link in the Asia-Pacific in over eight years. Developed by a consortium, ADC delivers over 160 Tbps capacity, easing congestion and enhancing cloud and data services.
The UK space sector sees intense competition as Amazon’s Project Kuiper lands a significant £670,000 contract with the Ministry of Defence. This strategic move explores using “translator” satellites for seamless communication across military, governmental, and private networks.
Ofcom is consulting on the future use of the upper 6GHz spectrum, potentially allowing both mobile and Wi-Fi networks to share it. The proposal suggests immediate Wi-Fi access, with a possible split for mobile use by 2027.
Vodafone UK and Three UK’s merger advances with a newly appointed leadership team, led by future CEO Max Taylor. The team will oversee final merger stages, set to conclude soon.
Ooredoo Qatar has partnered with Nokia to modernize its core network using cloud-native solutions. This upgrade enhances network performance, enables AI-driven automation, and supports low-latency applications like industrial automation.
Ciena and Telia Norway have completed the Nordics’ first live 1.6 Tb/s data transmission trial over a challenging Oslo-Trondheim route using Ciena’s WaveLogic 6 Extreme (WL6e) technology. This innovation enhances efficiency and supports AI-driven networks.
The Iliad Group’s $3 billion investment in AI infrastructure promises a transformative leap in the telecommunications sector. By focusing on AI-centric data centers and computing resources, Iliad is setting a trend for telecom companies diving into AI.
Sinch has partnered with Aduna, a venture by Ericsson and top telecom operators, to enhance the global network API ecosystem. This collaboration expands access to advanced mobile capabilities, streamlining authentication, security, and digital transformation for businesses.
Vodafone’s collaboration with Mobily significantly boosts IoT coverage in the Middle East. This strategic alliance enables Vodafone customers to access Mobily’s national IoT network via Vodafone Global SIMs, enhancing cross-border connectivity.
T-Mobile US introduces its Starlink public beta, addressing network gaps by covering over 500,000 miles where traditional networks struggle. The Starlink service ensures seamless connectivity, automatically switching networks when out of coverage.
