Amazon is set to disrupt the UK’s satellite broadband market with Project Kuiper, aiming to rival Starlink’s dominance. By deploying over 3,200 satellites targeting underserved areas, Amazon seeks to revolutionize connectivity.
Macquarie Asset Management has made a bid for Axiata Group’s Edotco, valuing the tower company at around $3.5 billion. Axiata, which owns 63% of Edotco, is evaluating the offer amid ongoing talks.
The global Wi-Fi landscape is rapidly evolving with the spotlight on adopting the 6 GHz band. This spectrum, offering a substantial 1,200 MHz bandwidth, is positioned as a key enabler for advancing wireless technologies.
Open RAN technology struggled in 2024, with a revenue decline of nearly half a billion dollars. Despite this setback, there is optimistic potential for Open RAN’s long-term growth, especially with increased 5G activity.
Open Gateway, initiated by GSMA, is set to redefine mobile networks with standardized telecom APIs, underpinning 5G’s potential. With coverage from 67 global operators, it aims to streamline developer interaction and offers vast opportunities for API-driven fraud prevention, edge computing, and digital transformation.
The EU is advancing its satellite broadband network, IRIS², to rival Starlink. With a €10.6 billion budget, the constellation of 300 satellites will deliver secure communications across Europe and Africa by 2030.
The U.S. government’s recent $273 million allocation through the Wireless Innovation Fund marks a pivotal advancement in the realm of VoIP and wireless technology. By promoting Open Radio Access Networks (Open RAN), this initiative supports the creation of cutting-edge Open Radio Units (ORUs), propelling the telecommunications industry’s VoIP capabilities and competitiveness.
T-Mobile US is redefining telecommunications by launching its innovative beta direct-to-cellular service with Starlink in 2025, aiming to eliminate cellular dead zones. Starting with text messaging, with future voice and data expansion, this service promises to enhance connectivity seamlessly.
Congress is tackling the challenge of replacing Chinese telecommunications equipment in U.S. networks by funding the “rip and replace” initiative. This boosts efforts to remove potential threats and secure rural telecommunications connections.
European telecom operators face formidable challenges in phasing out copper networks by 2030, as highlighted in a BEREC report. The EU’s ambitious goal to enhance digital capacity with complete 5G and fiber connectivity underscores significant obstacles.
