Developing Telecoms
JUNE 2, 2025
The SAMENA Telecommunications Council and the World Broadband Association (WBBA) said on Monday they have signed a MoU to collaborate on advancing broadband access across the South Asia, Middle East, and North Africa region and beyond.
Total Telecom
JUNE 2, 2025
News Colt Technology Services, Honeywell, and Nokia have announced a strategic partnership to trial quantum-safe networking using satellite technology. This collaboration aims to address the security risks posed by quantum computing, which could compromise traditional encryption systems. The project will test quantum key distribution (QKD) via low earth orbit satellites to support secure data transmission over long distances, overcoming the geographic limitations of terrestrial networks.
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Telecoms Tech News
JUNE 2, 2025
The merger between Vodafone and Three UK has officially gone through, creating a new mobile giant: VodafoneThree. The deal, which brings together two massive names in the UK market, completed on 31 May 2025. This isn’t just a joint venture; it’s a fully merged entity, with Vodafone holding the lion’s share at 51 percent. Their. Read more » The post VodafoneThree: Vodafone and Three UK complete merger appeared first on Telecoms Tech News.
VoIP Review
JUNE 2, 2025
The UK government is stepping up its cybersecurity efforts by establishing a new dedicated cyber command. This unit, spearheaded by Defence Minister John Healey, will handle offensive operations to counteract state-sponsored cyber threats. It reflects an assertive shift in Britain’s defense strategy, allocating 1 billion towards artificial intelligence and a specialized hacking team.
TDS Connect
JUNE 2, 2025
With summer upon us, many kids will be spending more time at home. Since you cant monitor your children every minute, TDS TV+ and other platforms and services offer a variety of parental controls. These can help keep your kids within the content areas youre comfortable with and avoid them accidentally wandering into the deep end of the internet. Weve rounded up quick links and, in some cases directions, to the parental controls for major streaming services and popular gaming platforms.
Developing Telecoms
JUNE 2, 2025
The telecoms sector is admirable in its pursuit of sustainability but this is at least in part motivated by the sheer cost of constantly replacing network equipment and devices as they slide into obsolescence. While manufacturers are increasingly focused on extending the lifespan of equipment, this does not negate the issue of recycling outdated gear.
VoIP Review
JUNE 2, 2025
SpaceX ran its ninth Starship test launch from Starbase, Texas, on May 27. The launch followed the failure of two previous flights. The mission aimed to demonstrate the rocket system’s ability to carry test payloads and manage reentry using a recycled Super Heavy booster. Unfortunately, about 30 minutes into the flight, the Starship lost control due to a fuel leak during the coasting phase, leading to its disintegration over the Indian Ocean.
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All West Telecommunications
JUNE 2, 2025
What is 1-Gig Internet & Why is It Popular? A 1-gigabit internet plan gives you download and upload speeds of up to 1,000 Mbpsthis is made possible by light pulses through fiber optic cables. Compared to older internet types like DSL or cable, gigabit internet is way faster and more reliable. Heres why its a favorite: Super-fast speeds: Perfect for streaming in 4K, online gaming, and video calls without interruptions.
Developing Telecoms
JUNE 2, 2025
Nokia announced on Monday it has signed a deal with Vodafone Qatar to lead a nationwide network modernisation project to drive expanded 5G coverage, reliability and services for consumers and businesses.
Light Reading
JUNE 2, 2025
AT&T's Gigapower JV with Blackrock 'unilaterally took a series of actions that ultimately led to the filing of these Chapter 11 cases,' network-construction firm Tilson wrote in its bankruptcy filing.
Developing Telecoms
JUNE 2, 2025
MTN's mobile money (MoMo) service in South Sudan has teamed up with Onafriq, a pan-African payments provider, to offer inbound international remittance services.
telecoms.com
JUNE 2, 2025
Nokia, Colt, and Honeywell are researching how to protect encrypted data from quantum risks using Low Earth Orbit satellites.
Developing Telecoms
JUNE 2, 2025
A Brazilian renewable energy company, Casa dos Ventos, has been given the go-ahead from the countrys power grid regulator for a 300-megawatt data centre project in the Pecem port complex in Ceara, northeastern Brazil.
VoIP Review
JUNE 2, 2025
M1 has unveiled its 5G RedCap network services tailored for enterprises, marking a significant milestone as the first launch of such services in Southeast Asia. This move strengthens its position in the dynamic 5G-Advanced landscape by bridging the gap between existing Internet of Things technologies and comprehensive 5G solutions. RedCap, equipped with lower latency and longer battery life, is designed for vital industrial applications.
IEEE ComSoc
JUNE 2, 2025
Dell’Oro Group just completed its 1Q2025 Radio Access Network (RAN) report. Initial findings suggest that after two years of steep declines, market conditions improved in the quarter. Preliminary estimates show that worldwide RAN revenue, excluding services, stabilized year-over-year, resulting in the first growth quarter since 1Q2023. Author Stefan Pongratz attributes the improved conditions to favorable regional mix and lighter comps, rather than a change to the fundamentals that shape t
Developing Telecoms
JUNE 2, 2025
Nigerian operator 9mobile has gained approval for roaming on the MTN Nigeria network in a deal that some commentators suggest could improve its position in the market and, more specifically, tempt back lost subscribers.
Broadband Breakfast
JUNE 2, 2025
WASHINGTON, June 2, 2025 – A conservative watchdog group warned Thursday that auctioning a shared-use public spectrum band could backfire, draining billions from expected federal revenue. Citizens Against Government Waste called for the U.S. Senate to exempt the Citizens Broadband Radio Service band from auction under a new reconciliation bill, arguing that reimbursing current users on the band would sharply reduce $88 billion projected in auction revenue.
Light Reading
JUNE 2, 2025
In a move that may help trim its debt load, CommScope is reportedly looking to sell its Connectivity and Cable Solutions (CCS) unit for about $10 billion. CommScope might also go more extreme and look to sell off the whole company.
Telecom Talk
JUNE 2, 2025
Eutelsat is in discussions with investors to raise EUR 1.
Light Reading
JUNE 2, 2025
Also in today's EMEA regional roundup: Space Norway becomes Starlink reseller; Nokia and friends make quantum leap into space; KPN introduces Real Time Text feature.
Broadband Breakfast
JUNE 2, 2025
June 2, 2025 – Algorithms have made billions for Big Tech but some might be using these data tools illegally. On Thursday, Gov. Jared Polis (D-Colo.) vetoed a bill that, if passed, would have made it the first state in the nation to ban landlords from using rent-setting algorithms. Polis defended his veto by stating that a total ban on algorithms would ultimately be harmful.
Light Reading
JUNE 2, 2025
Malaysia's U Mobile has officially appointed CIMB as the loan coordinator and mandated lead arranger to secure up to $940 million in financing for its 5G network rollout.
Developing Telecoms
JUNE 2, 2025
A strategic partnership to deliver advanced SD-WAN and secure access service edge (SASE) solutions across Africa, announced last week, is set to be showcased this week at a major IT security event.
Broadband Breakfast
JUNE 2, 2025
WASHINGTON, June 2, 2025 – Leaders of electric cooperatives expressed frustration Monday over delays in federal broadband funding and threats to the USDA’s ReConnect program. With the Trump administration proposing cuts to USDA’s ReConnect program – responsible for awarding more than $4.4 billion to expand broadband in remote rural areas – electric co-op leaders warned that the nation’s hardest-to-reach communities risk being left behind.
Developing Telecoms
JUNE 2, 2025
Pan-African telecommunications service provider Axian Telecom is continuing to make news, this time with the announcement that it has acquired an 8% stake in African e-commerce giant Jumia.
Telecom Talk
JUNE 2, 2025
Ericsson is deepening its commitment to India by ramping up local production, expanding R&D for 5G and AI, and making the country a key manufacturing and export hub.
Light Reading
JUNE 2, 2025
This week: Marissa Mitrovich, VP of public policy at the Fiber Broadband Association (FBA), on the growth of FTTH access across the US, the state of the BEAD program and what's on tap for the 2025 Fiber Connect conference.
Telecom Talk
JUNE 2, 2025
The Huawei Band 10 will launch in India under Rs 10,000. It will debut in India pretty soon. As per the report, it will come as soon as this week.
telecoms.com
JUNE 2, 2025
Satellite operator Space Norway has struck a deal with Starlink to become a reseller and provide Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite connectivity services for land and sea connectivity.
Broadband Breakfast
JUNE 2, 2025
June 2, 2025 – The Oklahoma Broadband Office released a dashboard last week showing address-level data on the deployment of high-speed internet in preparation for the release of funds from the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program. Users can now see the current status of broadband deployment in their area, as well as the provider of that broadband internet.
telecoms.com
JUNE 2, 2025
Satellite operator Eutelsat is trying to raise more funds to plough into its low Earth orbit (LEO) constellation.
Broadband Breakfast
JUNE 2, 2025
WASHINGTON, June 2, 2025 – Senate Minority Leader Charles Schumer , D-N.Y., urged the Trump administration to release funds from the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program, and to avoid directing those funds towards Starlink, in a strongly worded letter sent to President Trump and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick on Friday. Schumer, along with Sens.
Telecom Talk
JUNE 2, 2025
The Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI), an industry body that represents companies like Jio, Airtel, and Vodafone Idea (Vi)
Broadband Breakfast
JUNE 2, 2025
NASHVILLE, June 2 2025 – Sen. Marsha Blackburn , R-Tenn., is looking for a larger pipeline of licensed spectrum as the Senate takes up a sweeping budget bill this week. The bill, officially dubbed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and narrowly passed by the House, would reinstate the Federal Communications Commission’s ability to auction off spectrum, which expired in March 2023.
RCR Wireless
JUNE 2, 2025
Nokia has appointed US real-estate comms specialist Andorix to sell its private 5G and neutral host solutions to commercial, retail, and residential properties in the US.
Light Reading
JUNE 2, 2025
6G could be needed to provide relief at congested 5G sites, but it is unlikely to be substantially different from 5G, and traffic growth is slowing.
RCR Wireless
JUNE 2, 2025
LG Uplus plans to launch AI data center tours for customers and industry partners starting later this year In sum what you need to know: LG Uplus launches cooling demo The company opens a real-world demo room to test liquid cooling tech for high-density AI workloads at its major data center in Anyang, […]
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