This whitepaper describes Beam Management requirement in 5G NR and introduces an effort to validate its functionality using Anritsu Test Solution. The evolving communication systems mandates a technique which can provide benefits of reduction of intra-cell interference, better Signal to interference and noise ratio...
As the telecommunications industry rapidly evolves towards 5G, Open Radio Access Network (O-RAN) architecture is emerging as a transformative approach to enhance network flexibility, reduce costs, and foster a multivendor ecosystem. A critical component in this architecture is the Distributed Unit (O-DU), responsible for...
FWA has emerged as a strategic tool to increase competition in residential broadband markets
While it’s true that U.S. telco providers built 5G for mobility, Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) has become a standout use case for mid-band and millimeter wave (mmWave) 5G spectrum. In fact,...
For this project, Deutsche Telekom deployed a 5G network with a special connection and an edge data center
German carrier Deutsche Telekom has deployed its technology at the publicly funded "AutoLog" project in the port of Emden to introduce automation into the facility' workflows at...
The government of India is currently evaluating a proposal to take 100 megahertz in the 3.7-3.8GHz range and allocate it for the provision of 5G
The government of India has started to assess a scheme in which a total of 100 megahertz of mid-band...
Vodafone and Three UK initially announced their intention to merger operations last year
The U.K. Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has officially extended the deadline for its investigation into the proposed merger of Vodafone and Three UK to December 7.
In April, the regulator had set...
ATIS explained that the MoU establishes a joint process to identify O-RAN specifications for adoption by ATIS
The Alliance for Telecommunications Industry Solutions (ATIS) and the O-RAN Alliance have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that enables the transposition of O-RAN Alliance specifications to ATIS...
Millicom noted that the discussions include the potential acquisition by Millicom of Telefonica’s stake in Coltel for approximately $400 million in cash
Millicom and Telefonica announced that they have entered into a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the potential combination of local carriers Telefonica...
DNB and Cybersecurity Malaysia will establish a National 5G Cybersecurity Testing Center
Malaysia’s state-run 5G network Digital Nasional Berhad (DNB) has signed a collaboration deal with national cybersecurity specialist center Cybersecurity Malaysia (CSM), with the main aim of to boosting cybersecurity for 5G networks across...
Global data usage has skyrocketed since the launch of the first smartphones. In 2010 the figure stood at just 2 ZB. Fast forward to now and it has reached 120 ZB and this figure is predicted to increase by a further 150% by the...
BSS/OSS modernization is essential to effectively monetize open APIs and network slicing, and sets the stage for the continued evolution of 5G
Operators are constantly in the process of modernizing something--transitioning to 5G Standalone and cloud core, the radio access network (RAN), transport networks, cloudifying...
Vodafone noted that 5G SA technology can integrate many connected devices and sensors with IoT across heating, cooling and lighting systems to monitor energy use
5G-powered technologies can generate significant cost and energy savings across public buildings like schools, hospitals and leisure centers across...
CelcomDigi noted it currently operates the widest 4G network in the country, which is now ready for 5G activation
Malaysian carrier CelcomDigi has submitted its proposal for the deployment of Malaysia’s second 5G network to the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC), the company said...
Ericsson may become the sole 5G supplier of MasOrange from the 2028-2029 period, according to a local press report
MasOrange, Spain’s largest mobile operator as a result of the merger between local carriers Orange Spain and Masmovil, has decided to significantly reduce the presence of...
Using a gen AI overlay for legacy BSS allows operators to unlock value from data without a holistic upgrade
Last month at the TM Forum’s DTW—Ignite event in Copenhagen, Denmark, Dell Technologies, SK Telecom, Matrixx and Compax showcased a “Moonshot Catalyst” project that lets operators...
The government said Stage X had failed to raise the fully required paid-in capital to launch operations
The government of South Korea confirmed that it has revoked the license of Korean company Stage X as the country's fourth mobile operator, due to the company's failure...
NTT Docomo noted that the new offering will be initially available in certain areas of the Tokyo and Kanagawa prefectures
Japanese operator NTT Docomo announced plans to commercially deploy New Radio dual connectivity technology using three spectrum bands to deliver what it claims will be...
du noted that the trial, which took place in Abu Dhabi, boosted uplink performance by 70% on the telco’s 5G-Advanced network
Emirati-based telco du partnered with Nokia and MediaTek in a tiral in Abu Dhabi that boosted uplink (UL) performance by 70% on du’s 5G-Advanced...
Telcos are increasingly viewing automation as the key to generate more efficiency and value from their networks
The road to monetization within the telecom industry is notoriously winding and bumpy. Automation promises to create a smoother ride for communications service providers (CSPs) by enabling a...
Airtel said its 5G service is now available across all 28 states and 8 union territories in India
Indian telco Bharti Airtel confirmed that it has started re-farming its existing mid-band spectrum with the main aim of accommodating the growing traffic demand on its 5G...
Vodafone's CEO said that if the proposed merger with Three is blocked, it will mean 'even more constrained' investment
U.K. carrier Vodafone said that the new U.K. government will fail to achieve its promise of nationwide access to 5G technology by 2030 if the proposed...
New agreement provides Vodafone and Virgin Media O2 with access to Cellnex's UK towers
Cellnex UK, Vodafone and Virgin Media O2 have reached a new long-term agreement under which Cellnex UK will provide the two mobile operators with tower infrastructure and associated services.
In a release,...
5G services are currently available in over 750 districts and 8,000 towns and cities in India
The Indian government confirmed that 5G technology has been launched across all states and union territories across the country, local press reported.
The government noted that 5G services are currently...
BSNL is currently working to launch 4G services at a national level
The government of India has set a new market share target of 25% by the end of 2025 for state-owned BSNL, as the telco is working to launch 4G services at a national...
Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) 5G is defining the U.S. broadband market, empowering U.S. mobile network operators (MNOs) to rapidly expand their footprints and effectively absorbing all broadband subscriber growth in the market since mid-2022, according to a recent report from OpenSignal.
For instance, AT&T reported...
