Telefónica is integrating its generative AI solution, GenAI, into Prosegur’s operations, enhancing efficiency for 24,000 employees across Spain, Portugal, and Latin America. Building on the Smart Workplace All solution, GenAI offers intelligent assistants, proactive issue resolution, and automation.
Apple’s iPhone C1 modem chip marks a major shift in reducing reliance on Qualcomm, targeting an 80% cut by 2026. The 4nm modem, debuting in the iPhone 16e, enhances network performance but lacks mmWave 5G.
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.
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.
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.
In a groundbreaking move for the telecommunications sector, e& enterprise has forged a strategic partnership with PayPal. This collaboration enhances e& enterprise’s digital payments platform, empowering businesses by integrating seamless PayPal solutions.
Ericsson, Dell, and Red Hat are advancing Open RAN by innovating on O-RAN standards, focusing on interoperability and cloud-native solutions. Their collaboration on the O2 interface enhances seamless multi-vendor integration, ensuring efficient network management.
Airtel has achieved a milestone by landing the SEA-ME-WE 6 cable in Chennai, enhancing global connectivity. This expansion brings increased network capacity, reinforcing Airtel’s place in telecoms.
The Italian government’s recent approval of a stake swap transaction between Poste and Cassa Depositi e Prestiti (CDP) is reshaping Telecom Italia (TIM) ownership. Poste’s acquisition of CDP’s 9.8% TIM stake strategically enhances its position in Italy’s telecommunications market.
Druid Software has launched a high-end 5G core for private enterprise and edge networks, collaborating with Napatech and Red Hat. The solution enhances 5G SA features like network slicing and URLLC, optimizing efficiency and reducing costs.


