Telecom Talk
JULY 1, 2025
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited ( BSNL ) has placed an order for an additional 19,000 4G sites, with seamless software upgrade capability to 5G, as part of its “multi-fold strategy” to simultaneously expand 4G coverage and launch commercial 5G services. This follows the successful commissioning of approximately 90,000 4G sites nationwide, according to the Chairman and Managing Director of BSNL.
Developing Telecoms
JULY 1, 2025
MTN Nigeria officially launched the first phase of its US$235 million data centre in Lagos on Tuesday, along with a cloud service to compete against the likes of Amazon Web Services, Microsoft and Google.
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Telecom Talk
JULY 1, 2025
According to the latest Independent Drive Tests (IDT) conducted by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) for May 2025, Bharti Airtel has emerged as the clear leader in 5G download speeds across data performance hotspots in Himachal, clocking an impressive 572.97 Mbps. In comparison, Reliance Jio posted a 5G download speed of 326.39 Mbps , revealing a significant gap of over 246 Mbps between the two leading telecom players.
Developing Telecoms
JULY 1, 2025
Ericsson says it has marked a major step forward in its India-based operations with the release of its first antenna model manufactured in India for global export.
Telecom Talk
JULY 1, 2025
The government has ruled out any relief plan currently in place for Vodafone Idea (Vi) over its pending adjusted gross revenue (AGR) dues, with Union Minister of State for Communications Chandra S. Pemmasani confirming that no fresh assistance is under consideration either for Vi or other telecom operators. Also Read: Retail Shareholders Raise Alarm Over Vodafone Idea’s Future at EGM No Relief on the Horizon for Vodafone Idea “Not at the moment,” Pemmasani told NDTV Profit about any
Developing Telecoms
JULY 1, 2025
Telkom Indonesia announced on Monday it has signed established a strategic cooperation deal with Conversant Solutions to provide Content Delivery Network (CDN) as-a-service solutions in Indonesia.
Telecom Talk
JULY 1, 2025
Vodafone Idea (Vi) has announced an add-on benefit at no extra cost for the 2G handset users. Under this offer, the telco will be offering 24 days of additional or extra validity to the users. Here’s how this will work. The user will have to recharge with an unlimited voice calling recharge pack that costs Rs 199 at least. Then, the user will be credited 2 days of additional validity with this pack once every month.
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Telecom Talk
JULY 1, 2025
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), a state-run telecom operator, has revised the benefits of the Rs 107 prepaid plan. The Rs 107 plan comes with a lesser validity than before now. While the data and the voice calling benefits are the same now, the validity has been reduced. This indirectly makes the plan more expensive for the users. Let’s take a look at the benefits.
Developing Telecoms
JULY 1, 2025
Arkan Solutions, a provider of cloud communication services and session border controller as a service (SBCaaS) across the Middle East and globally, has announced the successful go-live of its PSTN integration service for international express shipping service DHL Express in Kuwait, Qatar and Jordan, in collaboration with British Telecom (BT).
Telecom Talk
JULY 1, 2025
Vodafone Idea ( Vi ) has launched a new initiative aimed at its 2G handset user base. Under the newly introduced Vi Guarantee Programme, prepaid customers on unlimited voice packs priced at Rs 199 and above will receive an additional 2 days of validity with each recharge. This benefit will be credited up to 12 times over a year, offering a total of 24 extra days of service, Vi said.
Developing Telecoms
JULY 1, 2025
Ericsson says it has marked a major step forward in its India-based operations with the release of its first antenna model manufactured in India for global export.
Light Reading
JULY 1, 2025
Following a fiber-cutting attack in California that disrupted service to thousands of customers, including a US military base, Charter is urging federal and state legislators to classify such attacks as a felony on a broad basis.
Developing Telecoms
JULY 1, 2025
Alibaba Cloud announced on Wednesday that it's expanding its presence in Southeast Asia with new data centres in Malaysia and the Philippines as part of a broader push in the region that includes new infrastructure investments, a new AI competency centre and cloud and AI technology upgrades.
Telecom Talk
JULY 1, 2025
Meta Platforms CEO Mark Zuckerberg has announced a sweeping reorganization of the company’s artificial intelligence ( AI ) division, forming a new unit called Meta Superintelligence Labs. The group will be dedicated to developing AI systems with capabilities surpassing those of humans, a move Zuckerberg described as “the beginning of a new era for humanity.” Also Read: Expect Artificial Super Intelligence by 2035, Says SoftBank CEO Meta Forms Superintelligence Labs Leading the
Developing Telecoms
JULY 1, 2025
After new power tariffs were put in place on Tuesday, operators of data centres in Malaysia have apparently expressed concerns that they are much higher than were expected.
Broadband Breakfast
JULY 1, 2025
WASHINGTON, July 1, 2025 – Two wireless providers are separately suing the U.S. government for more than $430 million, claiming the Federal Communications Commission owes them that money as reimbursement for replacing network gear from blacklisted Chinese vendors. The agency’s Rip and Replace program, as it’s known, was mandated by a 2019 law and pays smaller wireless carriers for swapping out equipment from Huawei and ZTE, which have been deemed security threats by U.S. law
Light Reading
JULY 1, 2025
Also in today's EMEA regional roundup: Digital Catapult's open RAN research facility wins O-RAN Alliance accreditation; Telia completes divestment of TV and media business; EE enters Stream Mode.
Developing Telecoms
JULY 1, 2025
African mobile money platform Wave Mobile Money says it has raised EUR 117 million (about US$138.2 million) in debt financing to advance what it describes as its mission of making affordable, user-centric financial services accessible to everyone.
VoIP Review
JULY 1, 2025
Vodafone and AST SpaceMobile have taken a significant step by choosing Luxembourg as the headquarters for their joint venture, SatCo. The move is strategic, tapping into Luxembourg’s advanced digital infrastructure and central location. SatCo aims to provide direct-to-device satellite broadband across Europe, enhancing the continent’s digital sovereignty.
RCR Wireless
JULY 1, 2025
Ericsson noted that the new deal stipulates the deployment of its latest radio technology and introduces 5G-A features In sum, what to know: Three-year 5G upgrade deal – Ericsson and e& UAE signed a multi-year agreement to expand 5G capacity, coverage and efficiency while introducing new 5G Advanced features.
Broadband Breakfast
JULY 1, 2025
WASHINGTON, July 1, 2025 – As the Federal Communications Commission weighs a petition from Verizon to waive its mobile device unlocking obligations, a growing number of police associations have lined up behind the carrier, arguing that unlocked phones were aiding criminals. In formal comments filed to the FCC, groups including the Toledo Police Patrolman's Association, the Virginia Beach Police Benevolent Association, and the Salt Lake Valley Law Enforcement Association voiced
RCR Wireless
JULY 1, 2025
Nordic Semiconductor has acquired Memfault and Neuton.AI to deliver a one-stop full-stack solution for IoT development and lifecycle management, combined with new on-device edge AI (AIoT; tinyML) capabilities – signaling a strategic shift from hardware maker to end-to-end provider.
Broadband Breakfast
JULY 1, 2025
WASHINGTON, July 1, 2025 – The Wireline Competition Bureau said that it had decided to delay enforcement of key provisions of the Martha Wright-Reed Just and Reasonable Communications Act until April 1, 2027. The Bureau’s order released Monday framed the delay as a response to unanticipated cost burdens on correctional institutions, writing that “facilities themselves are facing financial hurdles that far exceed those the Commission anticipated.
Cisco Wireless
JULY 1, 2025
“The shift for developers is more radical than we think.” — Jeetu Patel, President and CPO, Cisco AI is running full throttle, leaving a wake of radical changes for software developers. We’re entering a time where AI can write code, call tools, and execute complex workflows—all from a single prompt. This shift has massive implications.
RCR Wireless
JULY 1, 2025
India’s telecom department is surveying large enterprises on interest in private 5G spectrum licensing, reviving earlier plans amid improved 5G device availability and rising interest from system integrators.
Light Reading
JULY 1, 2025
Deutsche Telekom is bundling its cloud offerings into a single entity called T Cloud in response to "the growing call" for sovereign solutions.
RCR Wireless
JULY 1, 2025
HPE announced its intent to acquire Juniper Networks in January 2024 The U.S. Department of Justice (DoJ) has settled its lawsuit challenging Hewlett Packard Enterprise’s (HPE) $14 billion acquisition of Juniper Networks, reaching a court-approved agreement that imposes significant divestiture requirements on HPE.
Broadband Breakfast
JULY 1, 2025
WASHINGTON, July 1, 2025 – Amazon and the U.S. National Science Foundation finalized Thursday a satellite coordination agreement, building on months of technical collaboration. According to an Amazon release , “the agreement supports the expansion of global broadband access and the advancement of astronomical science.” It sets clear protocols and processes for Project Kuiper’s constellation, Amazon’s low-Earth orbit satellite internet network, intended to ensur
VoIP Review
JULY 1, 2025
DIDWW , a global provider of virtual phone numbers, has expanded its services to include local DID numbers in Indonesia. This strategic move underscores DIDWW’s commitment to broaden its international coverage and cater to diverse business communication needs. Currently, DIDWW offers local phone numbers in 61 countries, which are readily available through their self-service user portal or via their user-friendly API.
Broadband Breakfast
JULY 1, 2025
WASHINGTON, July 1, 2025 – Where does Zohran Mamdani , the Democratic party’s candidate to be New York City’s next mayor, stand on technology-related issues? Mamdani has not talked much about broadband access on the campaign trail, but his legislative history offers some clues on where he stands. In 2021, while serving in the New York State Assembly, Mamdani co-sponsored legislation requiring the state to fund internet access for all individuals residing in temporary housing
Blandin on Broadband
JULY 1, 2025
Almost 50 people attended the Office of Broadband Development Office Hour today. The discussion is very nuts and bolts discussion of the BEAD funding and applications. Below is a video, notes and questions. Sending compliance letter to NTIA. Mapping of new eligible locations is done and on the BEAD website. (ARC GIS Platform.) IN process – is application portal.
RCR Wireless
JULY 1, 2025
Deutsche Telekom said that around 98% of households can already access the carrier’s 5G network In sum, what to know: 276 new mobile sites added – Deutsche Telekom expanded its network with 276 new sites between March and May, while upgrading over 1,200 existing ones, many of which were connected to 5G.
Broadband Breakfast
JULY 1, 2025
WASHINGTON, July 1, 2025 – Rep. Tim Walberg , R-Mich., has reintroduced legislation that would streamline wireless infrastructure projects on brownfield sites to further broadband deployment efforts. Text for the resolution, introduced Thursday as H.R. 4211 , was not available at the time of publication. However, a similar resolution, introduced by Walberg in May 2023, would shield a project “for the deployment or modification of a communications facility that is to be carried out
RCR Wireless
JULY 1, 2025
According to Téral Research, Open RAN revenue grew in 2024 — albeit by single digits — contradicting some other firms’ findings Last week, RCR Wireless News reported that a partnership between Rakuten Symphony and Tejas Networks aiming to accelerate the global expansion of open, interoperable 5G networks could be a boon for Open RAN, which […]
Broadband Breakfast
JULY 1, 2025
WASHINGTON, July 1, 2025 – Telcom giant AT&T announced that it now passes 30 million fiber locations, making it the largest and fastest-growing fiber broadband network in the U.S. This announcement marked the halfway point, the anticipated purchase of Lumen’s 1.1 million fiber customers and more than 4 million fiber locations expected to aid the goal.
Cisco Wireless
JULY 1, 2025
Cisco is providing solutions that align with our European customers' values and requirements, and we’re dedicated to offering the security, resilience, and innovation they need to shape their digital futures with confidence.
Light Reading
JULY 1, 2025
BT still holds a big advantage in more economical spectrum bands, and VodafoneThree will be forced by regulators to maintain thousands more sites.
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