U Mobile has secured approval to launch the country’s second 5G network, enhancing national 5G infrastructure in partnership with Huawei and Digital Nasional Berhad. This move follows Malaysia’s dual-network transition and underscores U Mobile’s commitment to innovation, local investment, and international collaboration.
Ericsson’s new 5G Advanced software suite targets next-level network programmability and enhances VoIP capabilities. With seven products, Ericsson boosts performance and user experience, aligning networks with business goals using AI-driven technologies.
CityFibre’s recent strategic move to sell its ISP subsidiary, Lit Fibre, back to its original founders aligns with their focus on wholesale network provision. This decision reinforces CityFibre’s commitment to enhancing its robust full-fibre network.
Viavi Solutions is advancing the VoIP industry with a new Open RAN test lab in Quezon City, funded by USAID’s BEACON Project. This initiative boosts regional Open RAN markets, fostering VoIP innovation.
Netmore and Cellnex UK are transforming IoT network coverage with LoRaWAN gateways on 200 street poles, enhancing connectivity for smart water meters. Netmore’s partnership with Yorkshire Water aims to replace 1.3 million meters, benefiting 360,000 households.
Celona has unveiled Aerloc, a cutting-edge ‘zero-trust’ security feature for private 5G networks. Designed for industrial use, Aerloc offers unified SIM-based authentication, dynamic policy enforcement, and seamless IT/OT integration.
Exciting news for VoIP enthusiasts: EE expands its 5G standalone network to 16 more UK locations, promising improved connectivity. By year-end, EE’s 5G coverage will reach 21 million people across 30 towns and cities.
NEC and Cisco’s partnership in enterprise private 5G solutions represents a breakthrough in digital innovation. Merging Cisco’s 5G SA Core technology and NEC’s expertise in radio network integration empowers businesses through enhanced digital transformation.
Korean tech giants SK Telecom and Samsung Electronics are advancing 5G connectivity with AI-enhanced solutions. By deploying Samsung’s AI-RAN Parameter Recommender, SK Telecom optimizes 5G base station settings, leading to improved network quality.
Vodafone, Qualcomm, and Ericsson have successfully completed 5G millimeter wave (mmWave) trials in the UK, showcasing remarkable results. The tests highlight mmWave’s potential in providing ultra-fast broadband speeds, achieving up to 4Gbps. Especially advantageous for VoIP communication, this technology can transform data-heavy environments, ensuring seamless connectivity and improved user experiences.
