EE has extended its partnership with the Home Nations Football Associations and Wembley Stadium until 2028, cementing EE’s role as the exclusive lead partner. This extension underscores EE’s commitment to investing in UK football, enhancing fan experiences with advanced 4G and 5G connectivity.
Boldyn Networks has secured a $1.2 billion debt facility to expand its services for enterprise growth. This significant investment reinforces Boldyn’s commitment to enhancing private 5G networks across North America.
The European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI) has formed a new Industry Specification Group to explore 6G, focusing on Multiple Access Techniques (MAT). This initiative will improve transmission efficiency, spectrum utilization, and power efficiency, enhancing wireless networks.
The U.S. Justice Department has filed a lawsuit against the acquisition of Juniper Networks by HPE due to concerns about diminishing competition in the enterprise-level WLAN solutions sector. The department argues that merging these strongholds could lead to higher costs, stifled innovation, and limited options for American businesses.
Apple is reportedly testing direct satellite connectivity for iPhones in partnership with Starlink and T-Mobile. This initiative, enabled by iOS 18.3, allows select T-Mobile users to text via satellite in areas without cellular coverage.
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.
Vodafone has achieved a world first: a non-terrestrial video call using an unmodified 4G/5G smartphone via AST SpaceMobile’s BlueBird satellites. This milestone highlights the fusion of satellite and cellular networks, extending coverage to remote areas.
Oracle and Starlink have partnered to enhance Oracle’s Enterprise Communications Platform with high-speed satellite connectivity. This integration enables secure, real-time data flow for industries like healthcare and construction, even in remote areas.
Sinch is revolutionizing business communication with RCS Business Messaging (RBM), now available on iOS for Three UK and Virgin Media O2. This expansion enables businesses to deliver rich, interactive experiences—videos, carousels, and secure two-way conversations—seamlessly reaching both Android and iPhone users.
As AI reliance surges, Verizon innovates with its AI Connect suite, positioning itself as a leader by enhancing AI infrastructural efficiency. This strategic shift emphasizes real-time AI processing at the edge, offering faster, cost-effective solutions for businesses.
