FCC Commissioner Geoffrey Starks will soon step down, leaving a legacy of innovation, consumer protection, and national security advocacy. Colleagues praise his efforts in bridging the digital divide and advancing telecommunications policy.
Verizon launched the AI-powered Verizon Business Assistant to help small businesses automate customer interactions. The tool answers common questions instantly and connects users to live agents for complex issues.
Ericsson, Volvo Group, and Bharti Airtel have joined forces to revolutionize Industry 4.0 and pave the way for Industry 5.0 in India through a groundbreaking research collaboration. By integrating 5G, XR, and AI, this partnership aims to transform manufacturing, enhance processes in real time, and position India as a hub for industrial innovation.
CelcomDigi and PayNet have partnered to enhance financial security through SIM-based authentication. By leveraging open network APIs, PayNet secures its DuitNow P2P service, ensuring safer transactions. This collaboration also strengthens fraud prevention via Malaysia’s National Scam Response Centre.
Millicom International Cellular is set to acquire Telefonica’s Colombian operations for $400 million, including a 67.5% stake in Coltel. The deal, pending regulatory approval, could reshape Colombia’s telecom market by merging the country’s second and third-largest operators.
Netmore, a Sweden-based LoRaWAN operator, expands to Brazil after acquiring Everynet, strengthening its global presence. Targeting key sectors like energy and logistics, the move introduces metering-as-a-service (MaaS) for water and gas utilities, reducing costs and improving efficiency.
Indian telecom giant Jio Platforms has partnered with SpaceX to bring Starlink’s satellite internet to India. This collaboration aims to enhance high-speed internet access across remote areas, supporting Jio’s mission to provide reliable broadband to businesses, enterprises, and communities.
Telness Tech expands into the U.S., partnering with T-Mobile to empower MVNOs through automation and 5G connectivity. CEO Martina Klingvall calls it a milestone in global expansion, enhancing flexibility and scalability for operators.
Nokia has successfully delivered essential 5G equipment to Vodafone Idea, supporting its mid-March rollout in Mumbai, followed by Delhi, Bengaluru, and more. The partnership includes over 60,000 tech sites and advanced AirScale solutions for improved efficiency.
Bharti Airtel’s strategic partnership with SpaceX to introduce Starlink broadband in India is a groundbreaking move in the telecom sector. This collaboration leverages Airtel’s market expertise and infrastructure, aiming to boost broadband access in remote areas.
