Tue.Mar 11, 2025

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Nokia Validates First Cellular Network on Moon, Despite Call Setback

Telecom Talk

Finnish telecom gear vendor Nokia announced on Monday, March 10, that it had successfully delivered and validated the first cellular

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Women’s History Month: Standing on the Shoulders of Giants

Rural Broadband Association

Womens History Month: Standing on the Shoulders of Giants user_1153020 Tue, 03/11/2025 - 15:04 Send to all affiliates Off Byline By Alexandra Naughton, Public Relations Manager Associated Date Tue, 03/11/2025 - 12:00 Advanced Content Section Every March, NTCA and its Women in Telecom program celebrate, honor and recognize the contributions, achievements and influence of the womenpast and presentin the rural broadband industry.

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After Airtel, Reliance Jio Partners with SpaceX to Bring Starlink Internet to India

Telecom Talk

Reliance Jio has partnered with SpaceX to bring Starlinks high-speed satellite internet to India. This collaboration aims to expand broadband access nationwide, including rural areas, enhancing digital connectivity.

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Space42, Viasat to develop 5G NTN infrastructure for D2D services

Developing Telecoms

Satellite operators Space42 and Viasat said on Tuesday they have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to explore ways to develop a 5G non-terrestrial network (NTN) ecosystem for direct-to-device (D2D) satellite services.

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Rep. Latta Sees Bipartisan Interest in Nuclear Power

Broadband Breakfast

WASHINGTON, March 11, 2025 - Chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Energy, Rep. Bob Latta , R-Ohio, delivered remarks today at the INCOMPAS Policy Summit in Washington DC. His comments focused on the need for connectivity in rural communities and the role nuclear energy may play in expanding connectivity capabilities. Latta talked about the necessity of improving connectivity and making it more accessible for rural communities.

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Intelsat and MaxIQ Space push STEM learning in multiple African countries

Developing Telecoms

Intelsat and MaxIQ Space are expanding efforts to deliver Intelsats Africa Space STEM (Science Technology Engineering and Math) Program to schools in four different countries across Africa.

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Broadband Breakfast on March 26, 2025 - Broadband Programs Outside of the U.S.

Broadband Breakfast

While the U.S. continues its push for broadband expansion through government-funded initiatives like the BEAD program, other countries are pursuing their own strategies to bridge the digital divide. What lessons can the U.S. learn from international broadband programs? How do funding mechanisms, regulatory frameworks, and technology choices compare?

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Huawei Shapes the AI-centric Network Future

Developing Telecoms

Rather than being just a hot topic for the next few years, AI will impact every aspect of every users life and be adopted by mobile operators as a productivity tool to create value, reduce costs and boost network ROI, according to Chief Marketing Officer of Huawei Wireless Networks, Zhao Dong.

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Realme Buds Air 7 India Launch Date Confirmed

Telecom Talk

Realme has announced that it is going to launch a new TWS (truly wireless stereo) earphone for the Indian market.

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Moran Eyes Reconciliation to Stop Tax on Broadband Grants

Broadband Breakfast

WASHINGTON, March 11, 2025 – Senator Jerry Moran , R-Kan., is pushing to exempt broadband grants from federal taxes through an upcoming reconciliation package. "Reconciliation is probably the only possibility," Moran said of his Broadband Grant Tax Treatment Act at the INCOMPAS Policy Summit on Tuesday. "So it needs to happen there, and it's a modest amount of money — $400 million or so.

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BSNL Brings New Rs 750 Plan with Half Yearly Validity

Telecom Talk

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), a state-run telecom operator, has brought a new Rs 750 prepaid plan for its users.

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Airtel to offer SpaceX's Starlink service pending govt approvals

Developing Telecoms

Indian telco Bharti Airtel announced on Tuesday it has signed an agreement with SpaceX to offer its Starlink service in India once the LEO satellite operator gets regulatory clearance to operate in the country.

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Reliance Jio Adds Close to 4 MIllion Wireless Users in Dec 2024

Telecom Talk

Reliance Jio, India’s largest telecom operator added close to 4 million wireless users in December 2024.

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SES provides funding for Lynk as part of new D2D partnership

Developing Telecoms

Global satellite operator SES says it has signed a partnership agreement with direct-to-device (D2D) satellite startup Lynk Global to target the D2D segment with integrated services with SES also providing Series B funding for Lynk as part of the deal.

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Airtel Partners with SpaceX to Bring Starlink Internet to its Customers in India

Telecom Talk

Bharti Airtel partners with SpaceX to introduce Starlinks high-speed satellite internet in India. This collaboration aims to expand broadband access, enhance rural connectivity, and strengthen Airtels satellite network offerings.

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Huawei Optical Summit: Accelerate F5G-A, Boost Industrial Intelligence

Developing Telecoms

During MWC 2025 in Barcelona, Huawei held an all-optical summit themed "Accelerate F5G-A, Boost Industrial Intelligence". At this summit, Huawei discussed and shared the latest industry practices in ISP, all-optical campus, industry communication network, and fiber sensing with global industry experts, customers, and partners.

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Commissioner Anna Gomez Urges FCC to Lead USF Talks

Broadband Breakfast

WASHINGTON, March 11, 2025 – FCC Commissioner Anna Gomez urged policymakers Tuesday to set aside partisan fights and focus on more pressing issues, like ensuring the availability of spectrum and broadband infrastructure. “I keep hoping that we will turn away from the partisan culture wars and instead focus on our core priorities,” Gomez said speaking at the INCOMPAS Policy Summit on Tuesday.

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‘IoT failed because the romantics were in charge – it is different now’

RCR Wireless

In case you missed IoT Stars last Tuesday evening, the old Estrella Damn brewery, Barcelona here is a recap of our conversation on stage with Wienke Giezeman, co-founder at Amsterdam-based LoRaWAN collective The Things Industries.

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Broadband Breakfast on March 19, 2025 - Spectrum and the Opportunities for LEO Satellite Broadband

Broadband Breakfast

As the demand for global connectivity rises, Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite broadband is emerging as a powerful solution to bridge the digital divide. However, securing the necessary spectrum for LEO operations is a key challenge. With new technological advancements and regulatory shifts, how will spectrum allocation impact the future of satellite broadband?

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USTelecom Congratulates Sean Plankey

US Telecom

Washington, D.C. Today Sean Plankey was nominated to run the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA). The following statement is from USTelecom President and CEO Jonathan Spalter: As our nation navigates an increasingly complex cyber threat landscape from sophisticated adversaries, effective public-private sector collaboration is more essential than ever to ensure our security.

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Bharti Airtel Transfers 69.94 Percent Stake in Payments Bank to Airtel Limited

Telecom Talk

Bharti Airtel has transferred its 69.94 percent stake in Airtel Payments Bank to its subsidiary, Airtel Limited, as part of an internal restructuring.

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EVENT Mar 19: Understanding Internet Access and Use Among Older Adults

Blandin on Broadband

An invitation from the Benton Institute for Broadband & Society… Join us on March 19th, 1 PM ET on the Benton Institute’s Youtube page for a discussion about how states can better understand internet access and use among older adults. The Digital Equity Act identifies older adults (those 60 years and older) as a covered population and charges states with crafting and implementing appropriate strategies to address their connectivity needs.

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Samsung Launches Galaxy F16 5G and F06 5G in India: Price and Specs

Telecom Talk

Samsung has launched two new phones for customers in India. These are 5G phones - Galaxy F16 5G and Galaxy F06 5G.

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Leadership From the Inside Out

Rural Broadband Association

Leadership From the Inside Out user_1153020 Tue, 03/11/2025 - 15:39 Send to all affiliates Off Byline By Jill Kuehny, CEO, KanOkla Networks Associated Date Tue, 03/11/2025 - 12:00 Advanced Content Section Voices of NTCA Women in Telecom: Insights, Inspiration, and Industry Perspectives from the WIT Advisory Council. To learn more about WIT or get involved, visit ntca.org/wit.

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Xiaomi 15, Xiaomi 15 Ultra Launches in India: Price and Specs

Telecom Talk

Xiaomi 15 has launched in India for Rs 64,999 with the 12GB+512GB in Black, White and Green colours. There's an ICICI Bank cashback offer of Rs 5,000.

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Nokia completes 5G equipment deliveries to Vodafone Idea

RCR Wireless

Nokia indicated that it is on track to deliver more than 60,000 technology sites including thousands of new 4G sites to Vodafone Idea by the end of March Finnish telecom equipment provider Nokia confirmed it has successfully delivered all necessary 5G gear to Indian operator Vodafone Idea in preparation for its upcoming 5G […]

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Over 780 Mobile Operators on Path to Complete 5G, Says GSMA

Telecom Talk

Over 780 mobile operators worldwide are progressing toward full 5G deployment, categorised into 5G SA, 5G NSA, and 4G LTE networks, according to GSMA new report.

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Comcast gets more aggressive with mobile as it bumps broadband speeds

Light Reading

Comcast is pitching a free unlimited mobile line for a year to new and existing broadband subs who take speeds of 400 Mbit/s or more. The operator is also raising broadband speeds, with an emphasis on improved upstream performance.

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iQOO Neo 10R 5G Launched in India: Price and Specs

Telecom Talk

iQOO Neo 10R 5G comes with a 6.78-inch 1.5K flat AMOLED display with support for 144Hz refresh rate. Further, the display supports 4500nits of peak brightness.

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A reflection from Mobile World Congress—our one fine day is not that far

RCR Wireless

Editor’s note: While you’re reading this, put on the song “One Fine Day” by David Byrne. It’s from the album Byrne made with Brian Eno called Everything That Happens Will Happen Today. I can’t think of a more appropriate title.

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Viasat Demonstrates Direct-to-Satellite Connectivity for Vehicles in South America

Telecom Talk

Satellite communications company Viasat announced that it has demonstrated direct-to-device (D2D) satellite connectivity for the automotive sector, paving the way

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Eurobites: Ericsson's AI powers major 5G energy savings in Vodafone trial

Light Reading

Also in today's EMEA regional roundup: VMO2 trumpets mobile transformation; BT calls MAUD streaming trial a success; Eir ticks its earnings boxes.

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Dialog Axiata and Meta Complete AI-Powered Network Optimisation Trial

Telecom Talk

Sri Lankan operator Dialog Axiata, in partnership with Meta, has successfully completed an ‘AI for Network’ trial, integrating artificial intelligence

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Join us in the Cisco U. Spotlight

Cisco Wireless

There's something for every tech learner at Cisco U. Spotlight, a free virtual event on April 24, 2025. Explore this year's key themes and save your spot today.

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Verizon and Charter could face a wireless struggle in 2025

Light Reading

There are growing indications that the number of new wireless customers up for grabs is shrinking. The potential impact on mobile operators remains unclear, but analysts say Verizon and Charter could face some of the biggest challenges.

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How will Wi-Fi 7 support the future of IoT?

RCR Wireless

With powerful features like 320 MHz channels, 4096-QAM modulation and Multi-Link Operation, Wi-Fi 7 has been positioned as a potential game changer for IoT The latest numbers for global connected Internet of Things (IoT) devices show a rapidly expanding ecosystem. According to IoT Analytics, there are approximately 18.

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Nokia mobile boss hails bounce-back a year after AT&T loss

Light Reading

In a wide-ranging interview, Nokia's Tommi Uitto says he is winning market share against nearly all rivals, but he won't be using Nvidia's chips for RAN software anytime soon.

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