Charter plans to acquire Cox for $34.5 billion, forming the largest cable and broadband provider in the United States. The merger aims to enhance innovation, improve customer service, and strengthen competition amid a shifting market. Leadership will combine executives from both companies, with operations based in Stamford, Connecticut.
The US Department of Transport’s ‘Brand New Air Traffic Control System Plan’ aims to revolutionize communication infrastructure with state-of-the-art telecoms technology. By deploying advanced fiber, wireless, and satellite solutions, it includes 25,000 new radios and 475 voice switches.
Nokia is partnering with Maersk to equip 450 vessels with private wireless networks, enhancing cargo tracking and real-time monitoring. The system will support thousands of IoT devices, improving efficiency and visibility across Maersk’s global logistics operations.
Maersk is transforming maritime logistics with OneWireless, a private LTE network being installed on 450 vessels. This upgrade enables seamless tracking and management through advanced connectivity. Partnering with top tech firms, Maersk aims to boost operational efficiency.
Bittium and Nokia have demonstrated a secure tactical communication system for the Finnish Defence Forces, combining advanced radios with 4G and 5G mobile technology. The hybrid network enables real-time voice, video, and data across challenging environments, highlighting the shift toward integrated battlefield connectivity.
A new survey reveals that poor internet access is holding back UK farmers, with nearly one in ten farms entirely offline. As reliance on smart technology grows, slow connections hinder productivity, innovation, and well-being. Full fiber rollout is crucial to bridging the rural digital divide and unlocking the full potential of British agriculture.
The FCC is advancing new rules for the 37 GHz band to boost mobile capacity and enable shared use for federal and nonfederal users. The updated framework supports wireless innovation, sets stricter emission limits, and introduces nonexclusive nationwide licenses.
FCC Chairman Brendan Carr has warned EU nations about growing reliance on Starlink, highlighting risks of over-dependence on a single satellite provider. European officials share concerns, especially as geopolitical tensions rise. While local alternatives like OneWeb emerge, the EU faces tough challenges in securing technological autonomy.
Ericsson is transforming enterprise connectivity with its wireless-first architecture, combining 5G, WiFi 7, and satellite support. Designed for AI-driven operations, the solution offers resilient, secure, and scalable networks. Centralized management simplifies complex setups, enabling businesses to harness AI.
The Philippines’ NTC has denied NOW Telecom’s appeal to extend its mobile license after the company failed to meet rollout targets—deploying just 6 of 2,306 promised base stations. Regulatory non-compliance and unpaid spectrum fees totaling PHP 3.57 billion further sealed its fate.
