Mavenir and Terrestar Solutions achieved a major milestone in satellite communications by completing a Voice over NB-IoT call using Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTNs) on a 3GPP-standardized S-band spectrum. This breakthrough paves the way for NTN-based NB-IoT solutions, future 5G integration, and expanded connectivity.
Verizon and AT&T have achieved a breakthrough in satellite connectivity, completing NTN video calls via AST SpaceMobile’s Bluebird LEO satellites. This innovation enhances communication in remote areas, with AST SpaceMobile promising 120 Mbps speeds.
Vodafone plans to expand its 5G network to cover 90% of Spain by 2025, reaching rural and urban areas alike. This rollout leverages the 700MHz frequency for better indoor coverage and faster data speeds.
T-Mobile US is transforming into a dynamic tech company through a partnership with Red Hat’s OpenShift Platform. This shift enhances T-Mobile’s private cloud capabilities and operational efficiency.
Telefónica has selected Nokia to supply 4G and 5G core network services for enterprises in Spain, enhancing low-latency solutions like industrial robots and IoT. Simultaneously, Telefónica is advancing its quantum strategy with the BasQ Alliance, hosting Fujitsu’s Digital Annealer to drive innovation in finance, energy, and telecom.
Honeywell, a major US industrial conglomerate, plans to split into three independent companies to enhance focus and agility. This reconfiguration will potentially elevate Honeywell’s market position, mirroring GE’s previous division.
Kyndryl is integrating Palo Alto Networks’ AI-driven security into its SASE offering, enhancing cloud-based network security with zero-trust principles. By modernizing IT infrastructure and reducing reliance on on-premise systems, Kyndryl aims to streamline operations and bolster cybersecurity.
Qualcomm’s record Q1 2025 financial performance showcases substantial growth in its QCT business, with notable rises in handsets, automotive, and IoT sectors. This success also highlights Qualcomm’s strategic focus on edge AI technology, enhancing AI inference efficiency across Snapdragon-powered devices.
SK Telecom has joined the MIT Generative AI Impact Consortium to explore AI’s societal and industrial impacts. Partnering with global leaders like OpenAI and Tata Group, SK Telecom aims to drive AI innovation in ICT, semiconductors, and energy.
SailGP and Ericsson’s partnership marks a transformative era in competitive sailing by leveraging private 5G technology. The deployment of Ericsson’s network and edge routers enables unprecedented data collection during races, enhancing both fairness and excitement.
