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The sky is not the limit: How 5G/6G integration with satellite networks is transforming global connectivity

Total Telecom

From Backhaul to Direct-to-Device While the intersection between cellular technologies and space and satellite communications has existed since the early days of 2G and GSM, when it comes to reaching remote and hard-to-reach areas, satellites have primarily been used for backhauling.

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Nokia’s 760 global private networking contracts are mostly 4G-LTE Advanced

IEEE ComSoc

Nokia said that 78% of its private network business is based on 4G LTE-Advanced [1.] , compared to 18% being 5G only , and the remaining 4% combining the two broadband cellular technologies. Industry verticals – transportation, energy and manufacturing – continue to “lead the way” for private networking contracts in Q2.

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Event Recap: AWS news from Mobile World Congress 2024

AWS Telecommunications

2/ Digitizing industries Innovative industry use cases in this demo area showcased how AWS is supporting leading telcos to help digitize industries like healthcare, manufacturing, travel and hospitality, and financial services. The solution reduced test failures due to defective units built through assembly by 95%.

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