South Korea will host its largest AI data center through a $4 billion partnership between SK Group and AWS. Located in Ulsan, the facility will house 60,000 GPUs and reach 103 megawatts by 2029, driving regional AI growth. SK subsidiaries will contribute resources and infrastructure, bolstering AI services, edge computing, and cloud-based GPU access nationwide.
Rakuten Symphony and AT&T have strengthened their collaboration to boost Open RAN technology adoption in the US. By implementing Rakuten’s site management platform, AT&T aims to modernize its network infrastructure, streamlining mobile and fiber operations.
Mavenir has restructured its finances in partnership with Siris, wiping out over $1 billion in debt and securing fresh capital. The telecom software firm is retreating from its hardware ambitions in Open RAN to refocus on AI-driven software and core telecom services, betting on a leaner, more strategic path forward.
Quickline is revolutionizing rural broadband in West and South Yorkshire by delivering gigabit-capable connectivity to underserved areas. With contracts secured under the UK Government’s Project Gigabit, Quickline is surpassing targets and transforming lives in communities like Willitoft.
Nokia secured a four-year contract extension with Elisa to upgrade mobile networks in Finland and Estonia. The deal includes deploying energy-efficient 5G equipment, enhancing speed, coverage, and capacity. New technologies will support advanced applications in artificial intelligence, augmented reality, virtual reality, and industrial automation.
Inseego and T-Mobile have partnered to launch the FX4100, an advanced indoor 5G gateway for businesses. Featuring 5G Standard Access, uplink carrier aggregation, and network slicing, it enables enterprises to adopt wireless as their primary connectivity. The FX4100 offers easy management, broad coverage, and supports demanding applications.
Optus and Ericsson are introducing advanced 5G antennas in Australia, aiming to boost coverage while reducing energy use. Real-world tests show strong performance with lower power consumption. This partnership supports growing data demands and sustainability goals, ensuring reliable streaming, gaming, and video calls.
The AAE 2 subsea cable project, led by PCCW Global, Sparkle, Telecom Egypt, and ZOI, aims to connect Hong Kong, Singapore, and Italy through a mix of terrestrial and underwater routes. Designed to boost global data capacity, it offers strategic expansion potential and reflects the growing international push to enhance telecommunications infrastructure and digital connectivity.
Ericsson and Google Cloud’s collaboration introduces a revolutionary on-demand core network service, enhancing 5G deployment for communication service providers. Leveraging a SaaS model, the service optimizes scalability, rapid deployment, and cost-efficiency through AI and Google Kubernetes Engine.
Vodafone Idea has launched 5G services in Bengaluru as part of its nationwide rollout, partnering with Samsung Electronics to upgrade its network. The collaboration includes advanced technologies like Massive MIMO and virtualized components, enhancing connectivity while maintaining 2G support.
