After criticizing AT&T for a conference call glitch, Donald Trump hinted at switching providers while promoting his new mobile venture. AT&T denied fault, citing a third-party platform. The timing is critical as the company faces scrutiny over past data breaches and ongoing lawsuits.
DIDWW has unveiled a significant expansion, offering virtual phone numbers in Indonesia. This move enhances DIDWW’s VoIP solutions, aiding businesses in establishing local presence and reducing call costs. With 61 countries already covered, DIDWW is strengthening its global reach.
Luxembourg’s advanced digital infrastructure makes it an ideal headquarters for SatCo, the joint venture between Vodafone and AST SpaceMobile. This strategic move aims to deliver direct-to-device satellite broadband across Europe, enhancing digital sovereignty.
Orange Business has unveiled its new Defense & Security Division, affirming its dedication to sovereignty in defense and homeland security. This aligns with its “Lead the Future” strategy, targeting strategic verticals with sovereignty implications.
Verizon Business is revolutionizing the UK’s industrial sectors by turning them into digital highways through strategic partnerships like the one with Thames Freeport. This ambitious project leverages 5G technology to propel AI and IoT applications in manufacturing and logistics, aiming for 200% revenue growth by 2025.
Nokia is partnering with Converge to deploy advanced data center switches powered by AI-driven automation, aiming to boost performance, sustainability, and scalability. The initiative supports growing AI workloads while streamlining operations and reducing energy use.
Rakuten Mobile is testing smart surveillance using edge AI at Kobe’s Noevir Stadium to boost public safety and ease network load. Partnering with AWL and Vissel Kobe, the initiative processes video locally for faster response and reduced costs. It aims to create a flexible AI system for use in venues ranging from stadiums to remote areas.
SoftBank’s $15 million investment in Sceye could revolutionize telecommunications through High Altitude Platform Station (HAPS) services. Utilizing stratospheric airships for connectivity, this venture aims to enhance VoIP communication, especially in remote areas, by 2026. This innovative approach promises improved network coverage, aligning with SoftBank’s enduring commitment to telecom advancement.
Telxius and Ciena have achieved a major milestone with the first live 1.3 terabit per second transmission across the Atlantic. Using advanced technology, they improved efficiency and bandwidth over 6,600 kilometers, paving the way for faster, more sustainable global connectivity to meet rising demands for AI, video, and cloud.
At MWC Shanghai 2025, China Telecom and Huawei introduced Intelligent Ultra Pooling Uplink, a 5G Advanced innovation that boosts uplink speed, reduces delays, and improves coverage. Powered by AI, it enables seamless data transmission for smart devices, enhances energy efficiency, and supports real-time applications.
