Samsung successfully tested 5G RedCap on Hyundai’s private 5G network in Ulsan, marking an industry-first for Industry 4.0. The trial enhances Hyundai’s smart factory initiative, optimizing automation with RedCap-enabled devices.
NTT Data has secured a multi-year deal to deploy and manage a private 5G network for Belgium’s Roularta Media Group, enhancing operations at its 40,000m² facility. The initiative aims to boost connectivity, starting with push-to-talk communication and expanding to intelligent asset tracking and edge computing.
Future Technologies has achieved impressive success with over $20 million in Industry 4.0 private 5G deals, primarily partnering with Nokia. Their focus on private 5G extends to connected industrial systems, boosting operational efficiency.
KDDI has joined the Aduna API joint venture, reinforcing its commitment to open network innovation. Partnering with telecom giants like Vodafone and AT&T, Aduna fosters cross-industry collaboration.
Sinch has partnered with Aduna, a venture by Ericsson and top telecom operators, to enhance the global network API ecosystem. This collaboration expands access to advanced mobile capabilities, streamlining authentication, security, and digital transformation for businesses.
Emirati telco e& partners with New York University Abu Dhabi to propel 6G tech forward. This collaboration bridges academia and industry, empowering students with insights and hands-on experience in emerging technologies like 6G.
U Mobile is ambitiously spearheading Malaysia’s second 5G network rollout, notably without state funding or local partnerships. Led by Tan Sri Vincent Tan, the company aims to deploy 5G within 15 to 18 months.
U Mobile has partnered with CIMB Bank to secure funding for its role as Malaysia’s second 5G network provider. The collaboration supports a rapid 5G rollout, enhancing digitalization efforts and infrastructure.
The UK government has granted IBM a crucial £1.6 billion contract for the Emergency Services Network. Vital for UK emergency communications, IBM’s solutions, backed by Samsung and Ericsson, promise enhanced voice-over-IP technology.
Vodafone has sold its remaining 3% stake in Indus Towers for $330 million, marking its exit from the company. Proceeds were used to settle loans and increase Vodafone Idea’s ownership to 24.39%.
