Verizon Business is expanding its IoT reach through partnerships with Singtel and Skylo, enabling seamless global connectivity across 200+ countries. With Verizon’s ThingSpace platform and Global IoT Orchestration service, businesses can efficiently manage devices worldwide.
SatCo, a collaboration between Vodafone and AST SpaceMobile, is set to revolutionize telecommunications by delivering space-based cellular broadband across Europe. This initiative ensures continuous connectivity, even in remote areas, enhancing digital sovereignty.
AST SpaceMobile has secured a $43 million US government contract, showcasing its robust position in satellite communications. This collaboration aims to deploy advanced Block 2 BlueBird satellites, featuring expansive phased-array antennas, to enhance government connectivity.
China Unicom is spearheading an ambitious 5G-Advanced (5G-A) rollout, aiming to cover 300 cities by 2025. This substantial initiative highlights their commitment to network enhancement, offering blazing 5Gbps to 10Gbps speeds.
Colt Technology Services has launched Managed LEO+, a cutting-edge solution combining LEO satellite connectivity with 4G and 5G. Now available in 65 countries, it ensures resilient digital infrastructure for businesses in remote areas.
Vodafone, AST SpaceMobile, and the University of Málaga are launching a hub to integrate satellite and terrestrial mobile broadband, bridging Europe’s digital divide. Supported by the Spanish Space Agency, the initiative fosters collaboration, enabling seamless connectivity via Vodafone’s space-to-land gateway.
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.
Swiss IoT module maker u-blox’s exit from the cellular IoT sector marks a strategic pivot to focus on profitable areas like GNSS satellite positioning. Persistent losses in the cellular division, driven by intense pricing competition and extended 5G IoT development timelines, influenced this decision amidst broader market challenges.
T-Mobile has launched Starlink satellite messaging for Samsung Galaxy devices, enhancing off-grid connectivity for Galaxy S24 users in the U.S. This beta service utilizes a low-earth orbit constellation, enabling text communication in areas without cellular coverage.
