Broadband Breakfast

MARCH 25, 2025

We know it will mean more GPU chips, more energy for powering data-centers, and more fiber to connect them. But some in the mobile industry have gone further. On a recent Broadband Breakfast webinar, a CTIA speaker suggested that a lack of suitable 5G spectrum might somehow hinder AI development and usage. More traffic?

Mobile

Total Telecom

APRIL 11, 2025

The au Starlink Direct service allows au smartphones to directly connect to the Starlink satellite that supports direct telecommunications, enabling connectivity wherever there is a sight of sky, even outside the coverage area. au Starlink Direct, which covers all of Japan, enables connectivity in the remaining 40%.

Connectivity

VoIP Review

JUNE 24, 2025

T-Mobile US has taken a major step in the telecommunications industry by announcing the upcoming commercial launch of its T-Satellite Non-Terrestrial Network (NTN) service on July 23. This service targets a growing niche for satellite-to-cellular connectivity, addressing areas lacking terrestrial network coverage. With an impressive 1.8

Mobile

Developing Telecoms

JUNE 18, 2025

Indian operator Vodafone Idea and AST SpaceMobile, which is building a space-based cellular broadband network accessible directly by everyday smartphones, have announced a strategic partnership to expand mobile connectivity across India’s unconnected regions.

Connectivity

Total Telecom

MARCH 3, 2025

This deployment solidifies Turkcell’s position as a leader in technological innovation, offering a robust foundation for next-generation mobile and broadband services. Leveraging ASON technology, the Super C+L mesh network allows for automated, intelligent network management, streamlining operations and maximizing uptime.

Network

Telecom Talk

JUNE 27, 2025

The data shows that the total number of wireless (mobile) subscribers increased from 1,158.93 Likewise, the total wireless (mobile + 5G FWA) subscribers increased from 1,166.43 percent market share of wireless (mobile) subscribers, while BSNL and MTNL, the two PSU service providers, had a combined market share of only 7.86

Marketing

Total Telecom

APRIL 22, 2025

Take our broadband network. We have invested more than 1 billion to connect over 3.4 This investment means that nearly ten million homes in the North can access our gigabit broadband, offering services 16 times faster than the national average. Our mobile network is also growing and improving rapidly.

Media

VoIP Review

JULY 1, 2025

SatCo aims to provide direct-to-device satellite broadband across Europe, enhancing the continent’s digital sovereignty. The aim is to extend mobile broadband coverage to underserved regions, tackling connectivity issues in mountainous and offshore areas. Recent milestones showcase the potential impact.

Broadband

Total Telecom

MAY 1, 2025

The Censuswide survey, commissioned by CityFibre, the UKs largest independent full fibre platform, found that although almost two-thirds of farmers surveyed * (60%) believe internet connectivity is critical [1] for day-to-day farming activities, nearly one-in-ten farms (8%) have no internet connectivity at all.

Internet

Total Telecom

JULY 28, 2025

We are thrilled to reveal the finalists for this year’s Connected Britain Awards, celebrating excllence across the UK’s digital ecosystem! After careful review and deliberation, our judging panel has selected the standout entries in each category, showcasing the very best across the UK connectivity ecosystem.

Connectivity

Telecom Talk

JUNE 19, 2025

He noted that with competitive pricing, reliable service, and potential bundling with broadband offerings, BSNL is well-positioned to grow its subscriber base. We can provide quality customer service and quality service, bundling different services with broadband. In my view, the concept of ‘indigenous’ appeared to be favourable.

Telecoms

Broadband Breakfast

JULY 25, 2025

WASHINGTON, July 25, 2025 – Charter Communications reported 117,000 lost broadband subscribers in the second quarter of 2025, worse than the 74,000 Wall Street had been expecting but better than the same period last year. There's a whole community behind your FREE membership. “It’s not ideal.”

Broadband

Telecom Talk

JULY 28, 2025

Union Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Monday outlined ambitious growth targets for state-owned telecom operator Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited ( BSNL ), calling for a 50 percent rise in its consumer mobility business and a 25–30 percent increase in enterprise services over the next financial year. This is for next year.

Mobile

Broadband Breakfast

MARCH 24, 2025

Michelle McGaw (D-71), would require ISPs to report broadband speeds, service disruptions, and consumer subscriptions. It would also establish a state broadband authority funded by ISP fees and expand broadband mapping efforts. Commerce Secretary Elizabeth Tanner (D) had concerns about the new broadband office.

Broadband

Developing Telecoms

JUNE 23, 2025

The International Finance Corporation (IFC) has approved a €25 million loan to Axian Telecom’s Comoros-based operation, Yas Comoros, to support the expansion of connectivity infrastructure and the enhancement of mobile and fixed broadband services across the East African archipelago.

Finance

VoIP Review

JULY 17, 2025

Rogers Communications has stepped into the future by launching a satellite-to-mobile service in Canada. This pioneering effort marks the first instance of direct satellite connectivity to mobile phones in the nation, promising to extend coverage beyond traditional networks.

Mobile

Broadband Breakfast

MARCH 10, 2025

The core of Hudson’s “SPEED for BEAD” bill isn’t about changing the technologies being deployed for the program, argued Fiber Broadband Association CEO Gary Bolton , but about addressing regulatory restrictions, including a letter of credit requirement as well as other rules.

Broadband

Telecom Talk

JUNE 20, 2025

India boasts some of the lowest mobile data tariffs in the world, with costs averaging 16 cents per GB. In addition, mobile broadband speeds have reached a median of 100 Mbps, placing India among the nations with the fastest mobile internet connectivity, the report highlighted. GB per user per month.

Internet

Telecom Talk

JUNE 30, 2025

American satellite broadband companies Starlink and Amazon’s Project Kuiper have signed their first commercial agreements with Indian VSAT (Very Small Aperture Terminal) service providers, marking a key step toward launching enterprise and government-focused satellite broadband services in the country.

Retail

Broadband Breakfast

MARCH 29, 2025

" Broadband Breakfast on March 26, 2025 - Broadband Programs Outside of the U.S. learn from international broadband programs? Mikael Philipsson , CEO of COS Systems, noted that Sweden has achieved "around 98% coverage of fiber today" with 71% of homes actively using fiber connections. What can the U.S.

Broadband

Total Telecom

MARCH 24, 2025

SK Broadband, and Verizon Business has announced the start of construction of the East Asia to North America (E2A) submarine cable system. We’re very pleased to have initiated the project for a new submarine cable connecting East Asia and the United States.

Cable

VoIP Review

MARCH 5, 2025

This new entity aims to deliver comprehensive space-based cellular broadband connectivity across Europe. The initiative provides both business and consumer access, ensuring connectivity even in remote areas. SatCo will distribute AST SpaceMobile’s satellite services exclusively to European mobile network operators (MNOs).

Connectivity

Telecom Talk

JULY 28, 2025

In the April–June quarter of FY26, Jio surpassed 200 million 5G subscribers and 20 million home broadband connections. “I am happy to share that Jio has scaled newer heights during the quarter including crossing 200 million 5G subscribers and 20 million home connects. The company’s FWA service, JioAirFiber, reached 7.4

Platform

Total Telecom

MARCH 4, 2025

Ofcoms latest Connected Nations report highlights an increase in network incidents on the ageing infrastructure, rising by 45% in the past year. BT advises businesses to switch to digital services to ensure continuity and take advantage of modern connectivity options. Those that delay may struggle to keep up with modern technology.

Telephone

Telecom Talk

JUNE 20, 2025

But a closer look reveals a more strategic shift one that could redefine how mobile data is priced, delivered, and consumed in India. Temporary broadband backup during an outage 4. Engage Wi-Fi-firs t or hybrid users looking for quick mobile fallback options 4. This is not just a product offering. A short HD video binge 2.

Signal

Total Telecom

JUNE 12, 2025

Businesses should start by reviewing their connectivity estate to identify any equipment still relying on PSTN. Our wholesale broadband network – the UK’s largest – supports more than 680 service providers like BT, SKY, TalkTalk, Vodafone and Zen to provide broadband, TV, phone, data and mobile services to their customers.

Network

Telecom Talk

JULY 29, 2025

The data shows that the total number of wireless (mobile) subscribers increased from 1161.03 Likewise, the total wireless (mobile + 5G FWA) subscribers increased from 1168.42 percent market share of wireless (mobile) subscribers, while BSNL and MTNL, the two PSU service providers, had a combined market share of only 7.80

Marketing

Telecom Talk

AUGUST 2, 2025

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), the state-run telecom operator in India, runs one of the largest home broadband businesses in the country. In the era of copper wire connections, BSNL was the king. Since the private telcos entered the fiber broadband space for the home users, BSNL has slid down to the third-rank in the competition.

Broadband

Total Telecom

MARCH 12, 2025

News The Indian operators are the latest in a growing list of telcos to lean on SpaceX to cover hard-to-reach customers This week, Indias two largest mobile operators, Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel, have announced partnerships with SpaceX to use its low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite constellation Starlink.

Internet

Broadband Breakfast

MAY 8, 2025

WASHINGTON, May 8, 2025 – Altice USA reported a net loss of 37,000 broadband subscribers in the first quarter of 2025, worse than analysts had been expecting. Altice USA’s mobile service added 49,000 new lines, beating expectations and bringing its total wireless subscribers to 508,500. million-location footprint.

Broadband

Total Telecom

JUNE 17, 2025

Motorola Solutions will integrate multiple existing land mobile radio (LMR) systems and add new mission-critical Push-to-X (MCX) broadband services to enhance interagency interoperability and access to data applications to better protect Brazil’s communities.

Radio

Broadband Breakfast

MARCH 20, 2025

WASHINGTON, March 20, 2025 — As demand for global connectivity increases, low-Earth orbit satellite broadband is emerging as a key player in bridging the digital divide. "Broadband revenue and subscribers grew by 40% and 27% respectively [.] "I think that we are in a much different place," Schwarz said. "What

Broadband

Broadband Breakfast

APRIL 7, 2025

April 7, 2025 – Charter Communications has officially acquired Bardstown Connect, the city-owned broadband and cable utility, for $49.5 Bardstown Connect had roughly 9,500 broadband and 5,000 cable TV customers at the time. million, ending nearly four decades of municipal ownership.

Connectivity

Broadband Breakfast

MAY 20, 2025

WASHINGTON, May 20, 2025 – As of June 2024, about 94 percent of homes and businesses had access to broadband through at least one provider, according to a new report from the Federal Communications Commission. The company found that in 32 states, that gap between urban and rural users with high-speed broadband increased in 2024.

Broadband

Telecom Talk

JUNE 15, 2025

Ericsson has recently announced advancements in 5G infrastructure across key global markets, reflecting the company’s strategic focus on accelerating connectivity. For the first time, all four mobile operators are actively sharing network infrastructure to provide continuous high-speed coverage along the route.

Mobile

Broadband Breakfast

JUNE 25, 2025

Earlier this month, the Department of Commerce’s National Telecommunications and Information Administration issued a Policy Notice instituting critical reforms to the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment program. Satellite broadband offers compelling advantages that complement, rather than compete with, fiber’s strengths.

Connectivity

Telecom Talk

JUNE 7, 2025

High spectrum costs are placing a growing burden on telecom operators and could hinder network investments, particularly in underserved regions, warned the GSMA, the global mobile industry association. He emphasised the need for a long-term view that prioritises connectivity and innovation over short-term fiscal gains.

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