MediaTek reported strong Q1 2025 revenue growth driven by 5G, Wi-Fi 7, and AI sectors, despite a dip in gross margin. Increased R&D spending and collaboration with NVIDIA highlight its AI focus. With smartphone demand uneven and tariffs looming, the company remains cautiously optimistic about sustained growth.
Bharti Airtel’s latest acquisition of 400MHz 26GHz spectrum from Adani Data Networks marks a pivotal move to bolster its 5G services. This acquisition enhances Airtel’s 5G footprint across key Indian regions and addresses high-capacity use cases like Fixed Wireless Access and enterprise solutions.
Ericsson’s €200 million investment in Ireland marks a major step in advancing telecommunications. Centered on 5G Standalone rollout and enhanced automation using the Ericsson Intelligent Automation Platform, this initiative aims to optimize 4G and 5G network management.
KDDI and AMD’s partnership marks a strategic move to enhance 5G virtualized networks by 2026. Leveraging AMD’s 4th Gen EPYC processors, the collaboration aims to optimize network performance and energy efficiency to meet rising wireless data demand.
Virgin Media O2 is revolutionizing connectivity in Northern UK, emphasizing a sustainable digital future through significant investments and cutting-edge VoIP technology. Their ambitious move promises over 3.4 million connections, delivering gigabit speeds 16 times faster than average, and a robust expansion of their 5G network—bridging gaps in accessibility and digital inclusivity.
Ericsson and Bell Canada have successfully completed the world’s first field trial of AI-native link adaptation, boosting downlink throughput by 20 percent and spectral efficiency by 10 percent. This real-time AI integration enhances network performance, marking a major step toward smarter, more responsive 5G and future 6G networks.
India’s leading telecom operators emphasize the urgent need for a robust spectrum roadmap. As India’s 5G landscape evolves, operators like Bharti Airtel and Reliance Jio highlight current spectrum allocations are insufficient for future demands.
Malaysia’s mobile service revenue is set for strong growth, fueled by rising 5G adoption and soaring data demand. Mobile data usage is projected to more than double by 2029, while the shift to a dual-network model promises greater competition and improved services.
U Mobile is transforming Malaysia’s 5G landscape by partnering with Huawei and ZTE to deploy the country’s second 5G network. Aiming for 80% population coverage within a year, U Mobile emphasizes robust 5G performance. This strategic move aligns with government efforts to boost competition and service quality.
Shanghai has become China’s first mega-city to achieve comprehensive 5G coverage throughout its entire metro system. This milestone spans all 21 metro lines, significantly enhancing Shanghai’s transportation network with real-time operations, predictive maintenance, and smart urban transit.
