TXO has acquired the AirWay Group, strengthening its North American presence and expanding its sustainable telecom solutions. The deal enhances TXO’s network lifecycle capabilities and supports its mission to reduce waste, while bringing on board key leadership and over 250 global telecom clients.
Project Kuiper by Amazon is poised to revolutionize the broadband landscape with its Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite launch, directly challenging Starlink. With over 3,200 satellites and telecom partnerships, Kuiper promises high-speed, low-latency internet worldwide. This development is a significant contender in the growing LEO broadband market.
Celona’s recent certification by AT&T for its neutral-host system enhances indoor CBRS coverage, paving the way for better cellular connectivity where it’s often lacking. This system is more cost-effective than traditional Distributed Antenna Systems, providing multi-operator support and improving coverage.
Ofcom’s bold proposal positions the UK as Europe’s pioneer in direct-to-device (D2D) satellite services, enhancing mobile connectivity by bypassing traditional equipment. Utilizing existing 4G and 5G spectrum, this approach promises to boost rural coverage and drive innovation.
Verizon launched the AI-powered Verizon Business Assistant to help small businesses automate customer interactions. The tool answers common questions instantly and connects users to live agents for complex issues.
Deutsche Telekom’s 2024 results surpassed expectations, with revenue rising 3.4% to €115.8 billion and free cash flow soaring 18.7% to €19.2 billion. CEO Tim Höttges called it “another record year,” projecting continued growth in 2025.
US telecom giants AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon have partnered with Ericsson to launch the Aduna initiative, introducing standardized network APIs for fraud prevention. Slated for 2025, these APIs enhance security by verifying users and preventing unauthorized SIM swaps.
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.
AT&T topped RootMetrics’ second-half 2024 network testing for overall performance at national and state levels. However, Verizon and T-Mobile outpaced AT&T in 5G capabilities. While AT&T excelled in reliability and speed, Verizon led in 5G experience, and T-Mobile dominated availability.
Samsung Electronics is enhancing UScellular’s 5G network in the Mid-Atlantic with its innovative 5G technology, focusing on fixed wireless access and mobile traffic. The deployment of the 5G Compact Macro simplifies installation and delivers high-speed, low-latency service, crucial for mmWave connectivity.
