In a shocking move, Qualcomm accuses Arm of anti-competitive practices, sparking industry-wide buzz. Arm’s shift from open licensing toward proprietary chip development raises eyebrows and regulatory scrutiny. Will this shake-up ignite innovation or hinder competitiveness? Follow the unfolding saga and explore its impact on the future of VoIP technology.
Ofcom’s bold proposal positions the UK as Europe’s pioneer in direct-to-device (D2D) satellite services, enhancing mobile connectivity by bypassing traditional equipment. Utilizing existing 4G and 5G spectrum, this approach promises to boost rural coverage and drive innovation.
Vivendi has reduced its stake in Telecom Italia (TIM) from 23.8% to 18.4%, with plans for a full exit. Tensions arose over TIM’s €22 billion network sale to KKR, which Vivendi legally contested.
Microsoft is set to transform South Africa’s digital landscape with a $298.6 million investment in cloud and AI infrastructure. This strategic expansion will boost Azure services, catering to diverse organizations. From startups to multinationals, enhanced productivity awaits.
Vodafone UK and Ericsson have successfully harnessed innovative sleep mode technology to cut energy consumption at 5G and 4G sites. This eco-friendly approach lowers costs and carbon emissions by powering down during low-demand periods.
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.
Chunghwa Telecom has strategically partnered with Broadpeak to revolutionize its streaming service, Hami Video, using advanced dynamic ad insertion technology. With Broadpeak’s server-side-ad-insertion (SSAI) integrated via the broadpeak.io platform, Chunghwa is set to enhance both viewing experiences and ad revenues.
ZTE Corporation, alongside China Mobile, launched innovative AI-driven 5G-A solutions at MWC 2025. These advancements in 5G-A technology, including ‘Communication-Sensing-Computing-Intelligence’ and ‘Ambient IoT,’ promise groundbreaking transformations in industrial applications.
Viavi Solutions is acquiring Spirent Communications’ high-speed Ethernet and network security assets for $425 million, following Keysight Technologies’ $1.5 billion acquisition of Spirent. This move strengthens Viavi’s NSE strategy, enhancing its Ethernet testing, security, and AI capabilities.
Algeria Telecom and Huawei have partnered to launch a 400G WDM national backbone network, enhancing Algeria’s digital infrastructure with ultra-high-speed, low-latency connectivity. This initiative boosts network reliability, supports the digital economy, and improves online services in sectors like education and healthcare.

