NVIDIA is revolutionizing telecoms with its AI advancements. Collaborating on large telco models and AI agents at GTC, NVIDIA aims to enhance network management. These innovations transform how data is processed, making telecom networks smarter and more efficient.
Ofcom is accelerating the UK’s full-fibre broadband rollout, aiming for 96% coverage by 2027. With access rising from 25% in 2019 to nearly 70% today, the regulator seeks to maintain momentum. Industry leaders welcome the push for competition and investment, ensuring faster, more reliable internet and positioning the UK as a leader in digital connectivity.
Huawei’s display at the MWC in Barcelona showcased their cutting-edge solutions for telecoms carriers, focusing on the transformative power of 5G and AI. Huawei’s innovations in AI-centric network solutions aim to enhance telecom infrastructure, streamline operations, and meet the increasing demands of AI applications.
Sinch has launched its RCS Business Enablement service, offering telecoms an end-to-end solution to easily launch, operate, and monetize RCS for Business. With features like automated billing, real-time analytics, fraud detection, and global sales support, Sinch simplifies RCS adoption while ensuring security, compliance, and seamless customer engagement.
BT urges UK SMEs to switch from analogue to digital networks by 2025 amid the phased retirement of PSTN, essential yet outdated. With 22% still reliant on traditional systems, disruptions rise.
Vodafone, AST SpaceMobile, and the University of Málaga are launching a hub to integrate satellite and terrestrial mobile broadband, bridging Europe’s digital divide. Supported by the Spanish Space Agency, the initiative fosters collaboration, enabling seamless connectivity via Vodafone’s space-to-land gateway.
Airtel has achieved a milestone by landing the SEA-ME-WE 6 cable in Chennai, enhancing global connectivity. This expansion brings increased network capacity, reinforcing Airtel’s place in telecoms.
Iliad is eyeing a major merger with Telecom Italia, aiming to reshape Italy’s telecom landscape. The deal, likely a merger rather than a breakup, faces regulatory scrutiny due to its potential market dominance.
The UK Space Agency has awarded £16 million to EnSilica and Excelerate Technology under its C-LEO programme. This investment enhances connectivity, particularly in remote areas, and strengthens Britain’s role in the global satellite market.
LexisNexis has launched the “Cellular Verified” initiative to enhance 5G patent data accuracy in the telecom sector. Collaborating with over 30 leading companies, the program achieves 99.9% data precision by verifying patents against ETSI records.
