Huawei Cloud now operates across 34 regions and 101 availability zones
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Huawei Cloud’s global scale expands – Now operating in 34 regions and 101 availability zones, serving customers in over 170 countries, with 2024 cloud revenue reaching CNY 68.8 billion.
Strong...
In Quebec, customers using Rogers 5G Home Internet will now have access to a Wi-Fi 7-capable device, offering enhanced performance and reliability
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WiFi 7 expands beyond Alberta – Rogers launches Wi-Fi 7 in Quebec after a Calgary debut,...
Ericsson will supply SoftBank with its latest radio access products, including the Massive MIMO AIR 3255
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Expanded 4G/5G partnership – Ericsson will supply SoftBank with equipment across low to high bands to strengthen 4G and 5G coverage, especially...
Aduna is now co-owned by Ericsson, with a 50% stake, and a consortium of twelve major CSPs
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Global API venture launched – Ericsson and 12 major telcos finalize Aduna as a 50:50 JV to commercialize network APIs globally,...
Telefonica believes that its exit from Latin America improves its position to undertake consolidation operations in the telecommunications sector in Europe
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Telefónica exits continue – The Spanish operator is in exclusive talks to sell Movistar Mexico, following sales...
In November 2024, Virgin Media O2 claimed to be the first operator in the U.K. to switch on 5G SA small cells
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Bristol joins small cell rollout – Virgin Media O2 and Ontix are extending their small cell...
Nokia has cut its 2025 profit forecast by up to 16%, citing US dollar weakness and new tariffs. Shares dropped 8% as currency and trade pressures dented its top-line quarterly performance.
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Revised down – Nokia has adjusted its 2025 profit...
Enterprise networks are being shaken up with the convergence of NetOps/SecOps and adoption of AI — but some things remain the same, according to a new report from Viavi Solutions
Enterprise network teams are navigating new challenges, both in terms of internal structure and businesses...
LG Uplus is working with Qualcomm, Ericsson and others to validate RedCap for enterprise IoT usage.
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RedCap tests – LG Uplus is working with RAPA, Qualcomm, Ericsson and others to validate RedCap for 5G IoT use cases for SMEs in industrial...
Softbank and Nokia are installing three pre-commercial 7GHz-compatible base stations in central Tokyo
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Outdoor trials – Softbank and Nokia have started outdoor trials of the 7GHz band in Tokyo, marking Japan’s first use of this frequency for 6G research.
Massive MIMO –...
The multi-year investment expands its 5G coverage through new and upgraded cell sites, and will enable better internet speeds for businesses, schools, healthcare providers, first responders, and residential customers.
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Florida expansion – T-Mobile has finalized a multi-year investment in Florida, including...
1Finity consolidates Fujitsu’s global network-related organizations under one entity
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Global focus – Fujitsu has launched 1Finity as a standalone network communications subsidiary, aiming to boost autonomy and global competitiveness in optical and wireless network solutions.
Accelerating delivery of agile solutions –...
DoJ conditions on HPE's Juniper buy include a stipulation that a license for AI Ops for Mist's source code must be auctioned
Just days after settling on terms with the U.S. Department of Justice's Antitrust Division, HPE has officially closed on its $14 billion purchase...
Zain says its 5G-Advanced network will accommodate rising data demand, enable smart city services, and expand IoT capabilities across the country
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Nationwide 5G-Advanced – Zain launched Kuwait’s first 5G-Advanced network, offering high-speed coverage across most of the country to power smart...
NGA focuses on promoting innovation and leadership in 6G for North America, while XGMF is committed to growing the mobile services sector
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ATIS and XGMF team up – The MoU strengthens U.S.–Japan collaboration on 5G and 6G development, updating an earlier...
Huawei noted that the new technology helps improve how fast and efficiently devices send data back to the network
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China Telecom, Huawei boost 5G-A uplink – New AI-powered uplink pooling tech improves speed, latency and coverage, supporting smarter AI services...
SoftBank has gained exclusive rights to use Sceye’s HAPS platform in Japan
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SoftBank to launch HAPS in 2026 – The Japanese carrier will begin pre-commercial stratospheric telecom services next year, using U.S.-based Sceye’s lighter-than-air platform to improve disaster recovery and...
Ericsson also said that FWA is projected to contribute over 35% of new fixed broadband connections by 2030
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5G FWA drives new pricing models – 51% of carriers with FWA now offer speed-based plans, up from 40% in 2024, driven...
The chairman of Hutchison noted that 5G population coverage in Hong Kong has already reached 99%
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Full 5G coverage in Hong Kong – The telco has reached 99% population coverage, rolling out across key spectrum bands and major venues.
Monetization through...
Huawei laid out a four-part roadmap to accelerate industry growth during a keynote at MWC in Shanghai, suggesting livestreamers represent a lucrative user segment, growing from 10 million in 2022 to 130 million in 2030.
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High-value users – Huawei sees...
M1 plans to integrate Ericsson's system into its microwave transport network, with future expansion to its IP network
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M1 partners with Ericsson for AI transport automation – Singapore’s M1 will deploy Ericsson’s cloud-native transport automation controller to improve visibility and...
The transition to future 6G technology should be evolutionary and should not force a complete hardware refresh, says NGMN
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Evolution, not revolution – NGMN emphasizes that 6G should evolve from 5G, with most upgrades happening via software to avoid costly...
Ericsson said that Bell will be the first telecom provider globally to adopt the new 5G system
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Canada-built 5G innovation – Ericsson’s Ottawa team developed the Indoor Fusion 8828, a plug-and-play 5G system that merges radio and baseband...
Starlink now joins Airtel-backed Eutelsat OneWeb and Reliance Jio Satellite Communications as the third company to be granted a GMPCS license in India
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Starlink enters India – Elon Musk’s satellite venture has secured a GMPCS license, clearing the...
