O2 has partnered with Freshwave to install small cells in St Ives and Newquay, boosting mobile coverage at popular tourist spots. The move supports Cornwall’s residents and visitors ahead of the busy summer season, forming part of O2’s wider £700 million network investment plan and Freshwave’s national infrastructure projects.
Virgin Media O2 is expanding its small cell network to Bristol in partnership with Ontix. The initiative, part of a £700 million plan, boosts 4G and 5G capacity in crowded urban areas. Recent spectrum acquisitions from Vodafone will strengthen coverage and support key partnerships.
OpenAI has struck a deal with the UK government to advance AI development, pledging to invest in research, infrastructure, and public services. The partnership aims to boost economic growth and strengthen Britain’s position as a global AI leader.
EE aims to expand its standalone 5G network to cover half the UK population by August, reaching over 34 million people. While rollout continues in dozens of towns and cities, doubts persist among MPs about nationwide 5G coverage by 2030.
The United Kingdom is set to supercharge its computing capabilities with a target of 6 gigawatts of AI-capable data center capacity by 2030. The ambitious Compute Roadmap aims to redefine current infrastructures, heavily focused on general workloads, to support cutting-edge AI applications.
Ofcom is cracking down on scam calls that fake UK mobile numbers to deceive people. New rules aim to block spoofed calls from abroad, protecting users from fraud. Despite progress, scammers persist, so experts urge individuals to use call-blocking tools and stay alert to unknown numbers.
The Shared Rural Network (SRN) is revolutionizing rural connectivity in Wales by unleashing 30 government-funded 4G mast upgrades. Enhancing mobile connectivity in areas like Llangernyw and Eryri National Park, the SRN empowers local businesses and residents.
CityFibre has secured a remarkable £2.3 billion funding to accelerate its expansion in the UK’s altnet market. This financial boost includes £500 million in new equity and a £960 million debt extension, aiming to strengthen CityFibre’s position against competitors like Openreach.
Verizon Business is revolutionizing the UK’s industrial sectors by turning them into digital highways through strategic partnerships like the one with Thames Freeport. This ambitious project leverages 5G technology to propel AI and IoT applications in manufacturing and logistics, aiming for 200% revenue growth by 2025.
Verizon and Nokia are deploying six private 5G networks across Thames Freeport to transform UK logistics and manufacturing. Spanning 1,700 acres, the project supports advanced technologies like AI and IoT at key sites including Port of Tilbury, London Gateway, and Ford’s Dagenham plant.
