Telecom Talk
JUNE 17, 2025
In a major development towards expanding rural broadband connectivity, Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has signed an agreement with Polycab India Limited for the implementation of the Amended BharatNet Project across Karnataka, Goa, and Puducherry. This initiative is being funded by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) under the DBN (Digital Bharat Network) program.
Total Telecom
JUNE 17, 2025
Press Release At TM Forum’s DTW 2025 (Digital Transformation Summit), Huawei partnered with TM Forum and 10 global leading CSPs to officially launch the New Generation Intelligent Operations White Paper 3.0. This event drew participation from more than 130 representatives across global operators, industry organizations, analyst firms, and media outlets, all converging to examine the latest trends and share practical insights in intelligent operations transformation.
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Telecom Talk
JUNE 17, 2025
GSMA, the association of global mobile network operators, has urged telecom operators in India and across the globe to prioritise realising the full potential of 5G before accelerating efforts toward 6G. In an interview with Moneycontrol, GSMA’s Director General, Vivek Badrinath , said that while 6G discussions have commenced, global standardisation efforts are still in their early stages, and commercial deployment is expected around 2030, preceded by potential pre-commercial trials as ear
Total Telecom
JUNE 17, 2025
News Speaking at DTW in Copenhagen, Vikram Sinha, CEO of Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison (IOH), called on operators to go ‘all in’ on AI transformation As was to be expected, the topic of AI dominated discussions on the opening day of DTW this year. Numerous operators took to the stage to exhort the technologies potential to transform the telecoms world and help telcos return to growth.
Telecom Talk
JUNE 17, 2025
The government and telecom regulator TRAI (Telecom Regulatory Authority of India) have dismissed concerns raised by telecom operators that satellite broadband players such as Starlink and Amazon Kuiper could disrupt the telecom market and erode operator revenues. Authorities have asserted that satellite communication ( satcom ) and terrestrial telecom services operate in distinct spheres, with satellite broadband expected to play only a limited role in the Indian market.
Total Telecom
JUNE 17, 2025
News Vodafone Germany has taken a decisive step in its digital transformation journey by deploying EXFO Context, a semantic modelling platform that creates a digital twin of its mobile and fixed networks. This move significantly advances Vodafone’s Zero-Touch Automation ambitions, positioning the company to deliver more efficient, resilient, and intelligent network operations.
Telecom Talk
JUNE 17, 2025
Reliance Jio has partnered with Krafton India, publisher of the battle game title Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI), to launch what they call the country’s first gaming-specific mobile plan. According to the official release, “this collaboration brings together industry leaders with a shared vision: to empower India’s rapidly growing gaming community – a surge fuelled by widespread internet accessibility across the nation.” Also Read: Reliance Jio Revises Gaming Add
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Developing Telecoms
JUNE 17, 2025
Indonesian telco Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison announced on Wednesday it has signed a strategic MoU with Chinese phone maker Transsion Holdings to make affordable smart devices available to Indonesians, particularly in rural and underserved areas.
Total Telecom
JUNE 17, 2025
Press Release Ekinops , a leading optical transport and network access specialist, today announced that Global Caribbean Network (GCN), a provider of wholesale capacity to telcos in the Caribbean region, has upgraded its existing subsea cable network using the Ekinops360 WDM platform with FlexRate™ technology. GCN operates a cable system in the Guadeloupe region of the Caribbean consisting of critical routes unserved by other cables.
Telecom Talk
JUNE 17, 2025
Vodafone Idea Limited (VIL), the third-largest telecom operator in India, is offering free Amazon Prime subscription bundled with the plans. The company is offering this benefit with several plans, but we are only going to focus on the prepaid offerings at this moment. If you are interested in other Amazon Prime offers provided by Vodafone Idea, do let us know in the comments.
Light Reading
JUNE 17, 2025
Networks that require minimal human input may take shape from next year, according to Nokia's Raghav Sahgal.
Telecom Talk
JUNE 17, 2025
Google on Tuesday unveiled its “Safety Charter for India’s AI-led Transformation,” outlining a framework to bolster trust and security in the country’s evolving digital ecosystem. The charter underscores Google’s commitment to safeguarding users, enterprises, and public institutions amid the growing integration of artificial intelligence ( AI ) across services and infrastructure.
Broadband Breakfast
JUNE 17, 2025
WASHINGTON, June 17, 2025 – U.S. households spent a record $164 billion annually on cable and internet services, according to a new report by Doxo Insights. The report revealed an increase of $8 billion from Doxo’s 2024 report, which reported a total of $156 billion. Analyzing data from 97 percent of U.S. ZIP codes, the report found that the average U.S. household pays $121 per month, or $1,452 per year, on cable and internet services.
Telecom Talk
JUNE 17, 2025
Nothing, a London based smartphone maker, is soon going to launch a new smartphone called Phone (3). This is supposed to be the most powerful phone from the company and some details around it have been confirmed. Firstly, Nothing has confirmed the launch date to be July 1, 2025. This means that launch is about two weeks from here. Then, the company has also confirmed its chipset, which is the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 SoC.
Light Reading
JUNE 17, 2025
Verizon has become the 18th telco to gain 'Running on ODA' status, according to the TM Forum. The DTW Ignite event also sees notable developments in the field of autonomous networks, as well as network APIs.
Telecom Talk
JUNE 17, 2025
Nothing Phone (3), a true flagship from Nothing is coming. However, it is not featuring the best flagship chip. The company has confirmed that the phone will be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4. While this is not the most powerful chip out there, it is powerful enough to get things done. The company is likely going to focus more on the cameras with the Phone (3).
VoIP Review
JUNE 17, 2025
stc Bahrain has announced a strategic agreement with Chinese vendor Huawei to fast-track advanced 5G-Advanced (5G-A) technology and AI-powered services in Bahrain. This collaboration aims to boost digital transformation and enhance monetization capabilities in the country. The partnership is designed to focus on joint research and development, ecosystem building, and market development.
Light Reading
JUNE 17, 2025
Verizon secured FCC approval for its proposed Frontier buy after ending its DEI policies. However, that deal remains threatened by California's concerns about Verizon's DEI decision.
VoIP Review
JUNE 17, 2025
US telecom software provider Mavenir has restructured its finances through a recapitalization deal with its primary backer, Siris, and is pulling back from its earlier push into Open RAN hardware. In a move to address long-standing concerns over its financial stability, Mavenir has eliminated approximately $1.3 billion in debt through a recapitalization agreement with current lenders, most notably Siris.
Fierce Telecom
JUNE 17, 2025
Speaking live from the 3GPP plenary meeting in Prague, Juan Montojo, Vice President of Technical Standards at Qualcomm | Live from the 3GPP in Prague, Qualcomm’s Juan Montojo shares how 6G is taking shape, why AI is central, and what new wireless innovations are ahead. Tune in now!
Light Reading
JUNE 17, 2025
Bill Chatwell now leads Midco's network engineering initiatives – including those focused on HFC and FTTP – amid the departure of VP of Network Engineering Pao Lo.
AT&T Connects
JUNE 17, 2025
What’s new: In Washington, DC, we invested more than $275 million in our network infrastructure from 2020-2024 to connect more people to greater possibility. Why it matters: Every American deserves access to fast, reliable connectivity when it matters most — whether it’s an important call to a family member or friend, the internet that powers work or online learning, or the connection that first responders rely on.
Light Reading
JUNE 17, 2025
As our team at DTW Ignite parses the day's proceedings, they discuss whether AI's role in making networks more efficient is going to help telcos move beyond the usual challenges of being connectivity-oriented businesses that think of themselves as something more.
Ooma
JUNE 17, 2025
Ooma, Inc. (NYSE: OOMA), a provider of advanced communications services for businesses and consumers, today announced new remote management features for Ooma AirDial®, a leading solution for POTS replacement, that help large organizations manage thousands of lines across hundreds of locations. Plain Old Telephone Service, or POTS, is being phased out across North America, creating […] The post Ooma AirDial Powers POTS Replacement For Large Organizations Through Unmatched Remote Management
IEEE ComSoc
JUNE 17, 2025
At this week’s TM Forum-organized Digital Transformation World (DTW) event in Copenhagen, Ericsson has given its operations support systems ( BSS/OSS) portfolio a complete AI makeover. This BSS/OSS revamp aims to improve operational efficiency, boost business growth, and elevate customer experiences. It includes a Gen-AI Lab , where telcos can try out their latest BSS/OSS-related ideas; a Telco Agentic AI Studio , where developers are invited to come and build generative AI products for
AT&T Connects
JUNE 17, 2025
What’s new: In Alaska we invested more than $275 million in our network infrastructure from 2020-2024 to connect more people to greater possibility. Cities and communities throughout Alaska are seeing the impacts of this investment, including: More than $110 million in Anchorage Nearly $20 million in Fairbanks More than $15 million in Juneau Why it matters: Every American deserves access to fast, reliable connectivity when it matters most — whether it’s an important call to a family member or fr
VoIP Networks
JUNE 17, 2025
Various situations require organizations to notify many people quickly. These cases range from crises, such as an active shooter on campus or a building flood, to daily company updates, such as parking instructions or a weather-related closure. If a server goes offline at 3:00 a.m., someone needs to know immediately. From the emergency to the everyday, at noon or midnight, schools, municipalities, and businesses need to quickly and efficiently communicate with their audiences and communities.
AT&T Connects
JUNE 17, 2025
What’s new: In Oregon, we invested nearly $525 million in our network infrastructure from 2020-2024 to connect more people to greater possibility. Cities and communities throughout Oregon are seeing the impacts of this investment, including more than $325 million across the Portland Metropolitan Area. Why it matters: Every American deserves access to fast, reliable connectivity when it matters most — whether it’s an important call to a family member or friend, the internet that powers work or on
VoIP MS
JUNE 17, 2025
In the increasingly competitive VoIP space, where features and pricing often look identical, the only way to truly stand out is through branding. With the industry expected to surge from USD 132.47 billion in 2023 to over USD 326 billion by 2032, competition is only intensifying. As VoIP becomes more commoditized, resellers can no longer rely on technology alone to win customers.
telecoms.com
JUNE 17, 2025
Cloud-based communications platform-as-a-service (CPaaS) provider Infobip says it is the first to launch Rich Communication Services (RCS) messaging across ‘all four major’ US operators.
Light Reading
JUNE 17, 2025
Also in today's EMEA regional roundup: Sweden's military joins NorthStar 5G program; Guillén set to leave Nokia; Sky and friends combine on streaming-ads platform.
VoIP Review
JUNE 17, 2025
Vodafone has joined forces with Airbus to deliver a robust communication solution designed for workers operating in high-risk or mission-critical environments. The collaboration will integrate Airbus’s Agnet platform—a secure, cloud-based communication service—with Vodafone’s extensive mobile infrastructure, enabling dependable, real-time coordination between field teams and centralized control hubs.
Light Reading
JUNE 17, 2025
SKT has started accepting new customers but is limiting new subscriptions to eSIM sign-ups while the operator continues to prioritize replacing existing customers' USIM cards.
Broadband Breakfast
JUNE 17, 2025
WASHINGTON, June 17, 2025 – The National Telecommunications and Information Administration has released its proposal for the November 2025 Internet Use Survey. The agency’s proposed survey, released Monday, would ask respondents up to 61 questions, down from the 65 questions it asked in 2023. Questions absent from the 2025 version included those dealing with privacy or security concerns when using the internet, and one question asking if the respondent was unable to use an internet
Cisco Wireless
JUNE 17, 2025
Enterprise data centers are transforming to support AI-driven workloads, and Cisco intelligent networking solutions are key to unlocking new levels of performance and scalability. With advancements like Intelligent Packet Flow and high-bandwidth Ethernet, businesses can optimize their AI infrastructure for accelerated innovation and cost efficiency.
RCR Wireless
JUNE 17, 2025
FWA services have been a success. What has that meant for testing? One clear success for 5G thus far has been the emergence of 5G Fixed Wireless Access broadband services, providing new revenues and a basis for converged service offerings in areas where wireless network operators do not have a wireline footprint.
AT&T Connects
JUNE 17, 2025
As Kansas policymakers continue to focus on efforts to bridge the digital divide and spur private sector investment in the state, AT&T plans to expand AT&T Fiber to more than 40,000 additional residential and business locations passed by the end of 2025 – a 34 percent increase over the number of locations passed in 2024.* The expanded network will give more customers access to super-fast internet speeds up to 5-Gigs. 1 I joined my colleagues in Topeka and other business, civic and govern
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