FiberLight is expanding its Virginia footprint by acquiring Metro Fiber Networks, enhancing connections between Richmond and Virginia Beach. The move strengthens its ability to support hyperscale data centers, government, and educational clients.
T-Mobile’s joint venture with EQT to acquire Lumos marks a strategic leap in expanding T-Mobile’s broadband offerings. By transitioning Lumos customers to T-Mobile Fiber, this acquisition positions T-Mobile as a formidable player in fiber services. The $950 million investment aims to enhance network expansion.
O2 Germany is rapidly expanding its rural 5G network, adding 1,600 improvements and 100 new sites. Now covering over 97% of Germany’s population, the expansion enhances connectivity in both urban and remote areas. O2 aims to boost network capacity and improve service along transport routes.
AT&T is in talks to acquire Lumen Technologies’ consumer fiber segment, potentially expanding its customer base. This acquisition, valued at $5.5 billion, aims to add over 4 million new fiber connections, aligning perfectly with AT&T’s fiber expansion plans. If successful, this move will help AT&T reach its ambitious target of covering 50 million premises by 2029.
AT&T has set a new record in fiber-optic networks, achieving 1.6 Tbps over a 296-km commercial route between Newark and Philadelphia. This milestone, powered by Ciena and Broadcom technology, gives AT&T an edge in the telecom race.
Ooredoo, in partnership with Alcatel Submarine Networks, has launched the GCC’s largest submarine cable, connecting seven Middle Eastern countries. With up to 720Tbps capacity and 24 fiber pairs, this high-speed infrastructure enhances regional connectivity, supports AI and telecom growth.
Vodafone Spain is deploying a private 5G network at Geoalcali’s Navarra mine to enhance safety and efficiency. Integrating 4G for equipment connectivity, it enables real-time data access, remote machinery control, and automation.
Sparkle, a top global operator, is enhancing its services in Brazil with a new Point of Presence in Brasília. This strategic move caters to increasing demand for international connectivity, reinforcing Sparkle’s leading role in Latin America.
Brightspeed is revolutionizing fiber broadband with its milestone of 1.82 million locations enabled with fiber connection, surpassing its 2024 target. This expansion boosts high-speed internet availability for homes and businesses in over 160 areas.
Italy is gearing up for its first 5G Standalone millimeter wave network, enhancing Fixed Wireless Access in underserved areas. Announced by Nokia, this project supports EOLO in bridging connectivity gaps.
