Broadband Breakfast

JUNE 3, 2025

WASHINGTON, June 3, 2025 – Forcing cloud providers to contribute to a major federal broadband subsidy could raise prices, dampen innovation, and cost states billions in economic output, a new report warns. The analysis, presented Tuesday by economist Dr. Raul Katz, president of Telecom Advisory Services, warned that applying Universal Service Fund fees to cloud providers like Amazon Web Services and Google Cloud could reduce adoption of cloud technologies and undercut the economic gains t

Broadband

Telecom Talk

JUNE 3, 2025

Ericsson India Private Limited has offloaded its stake of approximately 0.

Technology

Broadband Breakfast

JUNE 3, 2025

WASHINGTON, June 3, 2025 – EchoStar skipped a $183 million interest payment on various Dish DBS Corporation notes, citing uncertainty around an FCC review. This marked the second time in five days that the Englewood, Colo.- based telecommunications company missed a payment, and raised fears of a potential bankruptcy for the telecommunications giant.

Telecommunication

Mark Goldberg

JUNE 3, 2025

Is sustained investment in telecommunications infrastructure essential to building a stronger, more productive economy in Canada? That is one of the conclusions of a newly released PwC report commissioned by the Canadian Telecommunications Association. The Executive Summary of “Enabling Canadas Economic Independence and Global Competitiveness Through Telecommunications” [ pdf , 905KB] opens with: Driven by substantial investments in network infrastructure, the telecommunications sect

Telecommunication

Developing Telecoms

JUNE 3, 2025

Qatar regulator the Communications Regulatory Authority (CRA) has announced that it has opened access to more than 4,860 kilometres of government telecom duct infrastructure across Qatar.

Telecoms

Broadband Breakfast

JUNE 3, 2025

WASHINGTON, June 3, 2025 – The Trump administration followed through on threats to reduce federal spending on broadband initiatives, releasing the full text of its fiscal year 2026 budget proposal on Friday that would impose steep cuts to programs meant to expand high-speed internet access and digital skills. The federal government’s proposed FY26 budget would make major cuts in funding to the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and to the broadband service d

Broadband

Light Reading

JUNE 3, 2025

The Google Pixel 10 will likely launch in August with an additional camera, new AI features for editing images and video, satellite connectivity services, a new chipset and more.

Connectivity

Developing Telecoms

JUNE 3, 2025

Iraqi telco Asiacell says it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with China Mobile International (CMI) to collaborate on delivering telecoms and digital solutions for B2B and enterprise services in Iraq.

Mobile

VoIP Review

JUNE 3, 2025

Five years in the making, the merger between Vodafone and Three is now complete. This 16.5 billion amalgamation marks a pivotal moment for the UK mobile sector, forming a new leader called VodafoneThree with a customer base of 29 million. The deal is hailed as one of the most significant changes in UK mobile history. Vodafone holds a 51% stake in the newly formed company, while CK Hutchison Group owns the remaining 49%.

Telecoms

VoIP MS

JUNE 3, 2025

Who still uses landlines in 2025? Surprisingly, it remains more relevant than you think hence the popularity of Analog Telephone Adapters (ATAs). If you don’t believe us, read this: The landline phone market is projected to reach 247.1 million units by 2029 , according to research from Statista. Impressive, right? Just as we see with fax machines, while usage has declined (with an average of 0.0 units per person expected in 2025), landlines remain vital in rural communities and profession

Telephone

Developing Telecoms

JUNE 3, 2025

Cambodian service provider Smart Axiata, and digital payments business TrueMoney Cambodia say they have signed a strategic memorandum of understanding (MoU) to expand access to essential telecom and fintech services across the country.

Telecoms

Telecom Talk

JUNE 3, 2025

Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Jitendra Singh, on Monday, launched Bharat Gen, India’s first indigenously

Technology

Light Reading

JUNE 3, 2025

T-Mobile will launch its new fiber plans on June 5 and is offering a five-year price lock to everyone. A select group of 2-Gig 'Fiber Founders Club' subs will get a ten-year price lock.

Mobile

Total Telecom

JUNE 3, 2025

News Consumers and small businesses will be able send text messages via satellite Australian telco Telstra has announced the launch of its direct-to-device (D2D) satellite text messaging service through its partnership with SpaceXs Starlink. Customers on selected plans and with compatible devices (currently limited to the Samsung Galaxy S25) will be able to use Starlinks satellite network to send and receive text messages wherever they can see the sky.

Radio

Blandin on Broadband

JUNE 3, 2025

Fierce Network reports As fiber deployments surge , so do the various challenges associated with building. Speakers on a Fiber Connect panel voiced their main deployment gripes, from permitting and poles to disrupting community infrastructure. One set of problems relates to construction Anyone who thinks a fiber business is a technology business is sorely mistaken, said Greg Wilson, founder and CEO of Ripple Fiber.

Construction

VoIP Review

JUNE 3, 2025

U Mobile , a key player in Malaysia’s telecom industry, has taken a significant step towards advancing its 5G infrastructure. It has appointed CIMB Bank as the lead arranger and loan coordinator for a financial facilitation of RM4 billion, roughly $940 million. This financing will accelerate the deployment of U Mobiles 5G network, targeting 80% coverage across populated areas by July 2026.

Mobile

Developing Telecoms

JUNE 3, 2025

Ericsson India reportedly sold off its 0.6% stake in Vodafone Idea (Vi) on Tuesday to undisclosed buyers for INR4.28 billion (US$49.9 million), less than two months after Nokias Indian unit did likewise.

vmware

JUNE 3, 2025

Network teaming capabilities within vSphere exist for more than just the potential of improving performance. Its ability to provide redundant connectivity in the event of a discrete failure of a Network Interface Card (NIC) or a switch makes it a requirement in any production environment. But this does not happen automatically. Designing for failure requires an understanding of how to properly cable hosts to switches, and configure the hypervisor to account for various failure conditions.

Network

Blandin on Broadband

JUNE 3, 2025

An invitation from Benton Institute for Broadband and Society … Join us on June 17th at 2 PM ET for a webinar on how poor broadband access and adoption can impact healthcare access and outcomes. Available via the Benton Institute for Broadband & Societys YouTube page , the webinar will also address policy and programmatic approaches to addressing the digital divide in healthcare.

Broadband

Light Reading

JUNE 3, 2025

NZ operator Spark is plotting the sale of half of its data center business, worth an estimated $719 million.

VoIP Review

JUNE 3, 2025

In a significant move for the private 5G sector, Nokia has appointed Andorix, a specialist in real estate communications in the US, to distribute its private 5G and neutral host solutions across commercial, retail, and residential properties. This strategic partnership reflects an evolving landscape where private 5G is increasingly integrated into non-industrial environments.

Retail

Broadband Breakfast

JUNE 3, 2025

💡 ◾ Scratch That: Cox Is Buying Charter ◾ Org Fears ATSC 3.0 Impact on 2028 LA Games ◾ Senators Want C-SPAN on YouTube TV ◾ Gray Yields CBS in Atlanta ◾ May LEO Launch Tally: Starlink 372, Kuiper Zero USF:  The  Computer and Communications Industry Association (CCIA)  issued a study today assessing the economic impact domestically if cloud services were required to kick in to the  $8.6 billion Universal Service Fund.

Broadband

Telecom Talk

JUNE 3, 2025

Reliance Jio unveiled the Jio Unlimited Offer 2025 earlier this year. The offer started from March 17, 2025.

Technology

Broadband Breakfast

JUNE 3, 2025

June 3, 2025 – Indiana cities are prohibited from charging Netflix, Disney, Hulu, and other streaming companies the same fees as they do cable TV operators, the Court of Appeals of Indiana ruled. The decision affirmed a 2023 State Law that exempted streaming companies from city taxes. In August 2020, four Indiana cities – including Indianapolis – sued Netflix, Disney+, Hulu, Dish Network, and other streaming companies.

Cable

Light Reading

JUNE 3, 2025

After Vodafone and Three justified their merger plans by arguing they were too weak as separate players, the combined company will have to work fast.

Developing Telecoms

JUNE 3, 2025

Vodacom Group has appointed Vodafone Egypt CEO Mohamed Abdallah as the Chief Executive Officer of Vodacom International Markets.

Marketing

Broadband Breakfast

JUNE 3, 2025

June 3, 2025 – Three Spectrum fiber optic lines were cut in the Kansas City area , in May, according to the Kansas City Star, continuing a trend of network infrastructure vandalism linked to copper wire theft. The price of copper wire has risen 30 percent in the last five years and the theft of this crucial material has run rampant. From June to December of 2024, 5,770 incidents of theft/vandalism of network infrastructure were reported across the country, according to one study by NCTA &

Television

Light Reading

JUNE 3, 2025

VEON has launched a GenAI-based tutor in Kazakhstan as it seeks to deploy more GenAI products in local languages in its markets to advance digital inclusion.

Marketing

telecoms.com

JUNE 3, 2025

Software giant Microsoft has unveiled plans to expand its data centres in Switzerland and provide AI training to 1 million citizens.

VoIP MS

JUNE 3, 2025

Migrating from traditional landlines and Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) to an efficient, cost-effective communication solution is a critical decision for businesses. With choices ranging from On-Premise to Hosted PBX and Hybrid PBX, each option provides distinct advantages for each business requirements. That’s why a Private Branch Exchange (PBX) can be an excellent solution for small businesses.

Phone

telecoms.com

JUNE 3, 2025

Australian telco Telstra has launched what it says is the first satellite to mobile text messaging service in the country, but doesnt overhype its current capabilities.

Mobile

Telecom Talk

JUNE 3, 2025

Tata Communications integrates the new TGN-IA2 submarine cable into its global network, boosting intra-Asia connectivity and global reach.

Cable

Developing Telecoms

JUNE 3, 2025

Digital BSS firm Qvantel has opened two new operations, services and support centres in the Pakistani cities of Islamabad and Lahore.

Cisco Wireless

JUNE 3, 2025

Today, Cisco is excited to add a new partner to our portfolio Monumental Sports & Entertainment (MSE). Our new multi-year collaboration will encompass the entire Monumental enterprise, including the NBAs Washington Wizards, NHLs Washington Capitals, WNBAs Washington Mystics, Monumental Sports Network (MNMT), and Capital One Arena. This new partnership will be an incredible platform for both our brands highlighting what becomes possible on the strength of Ciscos AI-ready technology.

Entertainment

RCR Wireless

JUNE 3, 2025

What do modern network test and assurance tools and strategies need to look like, to satisfy operator needs and provide a positive user experience? Complexity is one of the fundamental issues that the wireless industryand the test segment in particularhas to deal with constantly. Making network services work can be challenging.

Network

AT&T Connects

JUNE 3, 2025

Providing valuable resources to help communities grow is a vital part of the work we do. At AT&T, were dedicated to supporting and collaborating with our public safety community, whether through FirstNet , Built with AT&T or by hosting digital safety workshops. By working together, we help enhance the overall safety and well-being of all those in our community.

Connectivity

Developing Telecoms

JUNE 3, 2025

Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) announced on Tuesday it has formed a partnership with technology solutions provider DWP Technologies to modernize its data centre infrastructure with software-driven enterprise and mid-tier storage platforms from Dell Technologies.

Platform