Telecom Talk

JUNE 15, 2025

India’s telecom sector is in the midst of a structural transformation, driven by the rollout of 5G technology, the advent of satellite communication, and increasing competition, according to Minister of State for Communications Pemmasani Chandrasekhar, who gave an overview of the sector in an interaction with The New Indian Express. Also Read: BSNL to Deploy Additional 1 Lakh 4G Towers; Public Invited to Suggest BSNL 5G Service Name BSNL’s Turnaround and 4G Expansion Public sector te

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Developing Telecoms

JUNE 16, 2025

Ghana’s Communication and Technology Ministry announced that operators MTN, Telecel, and AirtelTigo have committed to investing a combined US$150 million this year to enhance their networks, driven by regulatory demands for improved service.

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Total Telecom

JUNE 16, 2025

Press Release eCommunity™ Fiber, a leading open-access fiber network provider, today announced the deployment of Ciena’s (NYSE: CIEN) routing and multi-layer network control solutions as the high-capacity backbone connecting The District in Morrow, Georgia, directly to the Atlanta Internet Gateway. This continued collaboration with Ciena underscores the foundational technical infrastructure enabling Morrow’s ambitious smart city transformation.

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RCR Wireless

JUNE 16, 2025

TCS is integrating Nvidia AI Enterprise software to design and integrate telecom models into agentic AI workflows In sum – what to know: TCS-Nvidia team up on telco AI – The companies are building AI-native tools for telecos, including automated agents and network digital twins.

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Telecom Talk

JUNE 14, 2025

State-owned telecom service provider Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited ( BSNL ) has reportedly upgraded 67 mobile towers to 4G technology along the Baltal and Pahalgam routes leading to the holy Amarnath cave shrine. The enhancement aims to ensure uninterrupted mobile connectivity and high-speed internet for Amarnath pilgrims undertaking the Yatra and for remote areas of the Kashmir Valley.

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Developing Telecoms

JUNE 16, 2025

Raxio Data Centres announced on Monday it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Côte d’Ivoire’s Ministry of Digital Transition to form a strategic partnership to accelerate digital transformation of public services and strengthen the country’s data sovereignty plan.

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Total Telecom

JUNE 16, 2025

NEWS A new report by the China Strategic Risks Institute (CSRI) reveals that the UK is unprepared for escalating threats from China and Russia targeting undersea internet cables. The institute analysed 12 incidents between January 2021 and April 2025, and found that eight out of ten suspect vessels were directly linked to China or Russia. These nations are reportedly employing commercial “shadow fleet” vessels to conduct “grey zone” operations.

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Telecom Talk

JUNE 16, 2025

Nxtra by Airtel, the data centre arm of Bharti Airtel , is expanding beyond key metros with a focus on regional empowerment, as demand from OTT platforms and CDN providers continues to surge. According to the CEO of Nxtra by Airtel, the company has recently expanded its edge presence in key cities to make digital infrastructure more accessible in regional areas, supporting India’s digital growth.

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Developing Telecoms

JUNE 16, 2025

The GSMA released a new white paper on Monday calling for stakeholders in the mobile sector, including governments and regulators, industry, civil society, and youth, to support stronger protections for children online across Africa.

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VoIP Review

JUNE 16, 2025

Openreach has issued a strong call to businesses in the UK, urging them to transition swiftly to digital networks as the deadline for the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) switch-off approaches. Slated for January 2027, this shift is critical as legacy systems near decommissioning. Companies still using outdated PSTN infrastructure may face threats to their operations and revenue streams.

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RCR Wireless

JUNE 16, 2025

Starlink speeds rebound and then some, after a dip in 2022 Fewer than 20% of Starlink satellite broadband users can consistently get speeds that meet the federal definition of broadband, mostly due to slow uplink speeds, according to new Speedtest data analysis from Ookla.

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Telecom Talk

JUNE 16, 2025

Reliance Jio, has successfully restored its mobile and JioFiber services after a major network outage disrupted connectivity for thousands of users on Monday afternoon across Tamil Nadu and Kerala. The outage, which began around 1:30 PM, impacted users across Kerala and select part of Tamil Nadu, leaving many without internet, mobile signals, and call access.

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Developing Telecoms

JUNE 15, 2025

The Vietnamese government has reportedly signed a new decree that, among other things, promises to make it easier for telecoms players, data centre operators and cloud providers to get the necessary approvals to set up operations in Vietnam.

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VoIP Review

JUNE 15, 2025

In recent developments, Inseego and T-Mobile have formed a noteworthy collaboration, launching the FX4100 – a new indoor 5G gateway device designed exclusively for T-Mobile for Business. This partnership signifies a transition, underscoring that wireless isn’t just a backup anymore but is evolving into the primary connectivity tool for enterprises.

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Broadband Breakfast

JUNE 16, 2025

WASHINGTON, June 16, 2025 – Federal Communications Commission Space Bureau Chief Jay Schwarz expressed optimism that with a few regulatory tweaks, low-earth orbit satellites may soon be able to deliver fiber-like speeds. On a Thursday episode of the American Enterprise Institute’s Explain to Shane Podcast, Schwarz argued that LEO networks are supplying faster internet speeds then “even what is typically considered broadband,” and that with the help of a recently relea

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Telecom Talk

JUNE 16, 2025

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India ( TRAI ) has launched a pilot project aimed at digitally verifying consumer consent for commercial calls and messages, in a move to curb unsolicited commercial communications and enhance consumer protection. The initiative, launched in collaboration with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), involves select banks and telecom service providers (TSPs) and marks the beginning of a national rollout of a secure digital consent framework.

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JUNE 15, 2025

Thailand’s state telco National Telecom (NT) is reportedly in talks with at least four companies, including rival telcos Advanced Info Service (AIS) and True Corp, to form partnerships that will prop up its flagging telecoms services.

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telecoms.com

JUNE 15, 2025

Telecoms.com periodically invites expert third parties to share their views on the industry’s most pressing issues. In this piece, Wireless Network Strategist Suyash Rai offers an overview of the promise offered by the AI-RAN era.

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VoIP Review

JUNE 15, 2025

Optus has teamed up with Ericsson to introduce advanced 5G antenna technology in Australia. This collaboration seeks to enhance network coverage while being mindful of environmental impact. The new system promises not only to improve service quality but also to significantly reduce energy consumption. Recently, Optus conducted rigorous real-world tests on Ericsson’s solutions.

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Telecom Talk

JUNE 15, 2025

Ericsson has recently announced advancements in 5G infrastructure across key global markets, reflecting the company’s strategic focus on accelerating connectivity. From Germany’s gigabit-speed train connectivity trials to Jordan’s cloud-native BSS transformation, these developments reflect the accelerating pace of 5G adoption and innovation.

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Developing Telecoms

JUNE 15, 2025

Satellite operator Eutelsat has officially launched its Eutelsat OneWeb earth station in Angola, which it says brings OneWeb’s LEO satellite offering online for Angola and Central Africa.

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Blandin on Broadband

JUNE 16, 2025

Broadband Breakfast reports … After setting aside “visceral” reactions against the NTIA’s June 6 restructuring policy notice governing the $42.5 billion Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment program, state broadband officials Thursday expressed willingness to roll up their sleeves and make it work. It would be a hard time to be working at a State Broadband Office.

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VoIP Review

JUNE 16, 2025

Nokia has successfully secured a four-year extension contract with Finnish telecom operator Elisa. This agreement involves upgrading the company’s mobile networks in both Finland and Estonia. The focus of this upgrade is to enhance network capacity, provide wider coverage, and achieve faster speeds. This modernization paves the way for the 5G Advanced era, which promises ultra-fast speeds and minimal latency necessary for applications involving artificial intelligence (AI), augmented reali

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Telecom Talk

JUNE 15, 2025

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), a state-run telecom company in India, is offering customers WhatsApp support. This is a great initiative from the company and one that will bring it closer to its customers. All the private telecom operators in India are doing this already. Users can share their feedback or problems through WhatsApp directly to BSNL.

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Developing Telecoms

JUNE 15, 2025

Spain-headquartered telecommunications company Telefonica has announced its latest departure from the Latin American market. This time it’s exiting Ecuador.

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Light Reading

JUNE 16, 2025

Orange Business launches Orange Quantum Defender as part of its efforts to help companies prepare against cyber threats caused by expected quantum computing advances.

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Cisco Wireless

JUNE 16, 2025

The Cisco Customer Achievement Awards: Americas 2025 took place last week at Cisco Live San Diego 2025, recognizing Cisco customers who have achieved exceptional results through the innovative use of technology.

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Telecom Talk

JUNE 15, 2025

The government is examining additional relief measures for Vodafone Idea (Vi) amid mounting concerns over the telecom operator’s long-term financial sustainability. Officials indicate that even a proposed extension of adjusted gross revenue (AGR) dues repayment from six years to 20 years may not be sufficient to keep the company afloat beyond FY29.

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Developing Telecoms

JUNE 15, 2025

Global payments network MoneyGram has announced a partnership with tiqmo, a smart payment company and financial app in Saudi Arabia. Through this partnership, tiqmo users across Saudi Arabia can now send international money transfers to over 200 countries and territories via the global MoneyGram network.

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Broadband Breakfast

JUNE 16, 2025

WASHINGTON, June 16, 2025 – NTCA, the Rural Broadband Association, called on states to implement the Broadband, Equity, Access, and Deployment program with careful attention to long-term value and rural connectivity. The National Telecommunications and Information Administration earlier on June 6 released its Restructuring Policy Notice, significantly revising the Biden Administration’s $42.45 billion BEAD program.

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Light Reading

JUNE 16, 2025

This week: Mission Telecom's Mark Colwell and Computers 4 People's Dylan Zajac discuss their non-profit efforts to connect communities in need to broadband, including through their recently launched Shield 5G Home Hotspot.

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Telecom Talk

JUNE 16, 2025

As artificial intelligence ( AI ) continues to transform industries across Europe and beyond, Microsoft has unveiled innovations that promise to reshape everything from cloud sovereignty to environmental forecasting. Here’s a closer look at four major developments from Microsoft and its collaborators. Also Read: Microsoft to Increase European Data Center Capacity by 40 Percent, Announces Five Digital Commitments 1.

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AT&T Connects

JUNE 16, 2025

What’s new: In Montana, we invested more than $110 million in our network infrastructure from 2020-2024 to connect more people to greater possibility. Cities and communities throughout Montana are seeing the impacts of this investment. 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.

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Broadband Breakfast

JUNE 16, 2025

WASHINGTON, June 16, 2025 – A rural broadband program had its funding restored by a House Appropriations subcommittee on June 4. The ReConnect Loan and Grant Program , which provides funding for broadband infrastructure in rural areas, received a proposed $90 million for Fiscal Year 2026 in a recent bill released by the House Appropriations Committee.

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Light Reading

JUNE 16, 2025

AWS and SK Group plan 100MW AI data center, biggest in South Korea, with first stage to open in 2027.

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Telecom Talk

JUNE 16, 2025

Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel, and Vodafone Idea (Vi) all made changes to their vouchers recently. Well, not exactly Airtel and Vi, but Jio definitely. All the three private telcos in India want to maximise revenue from their services, and they have a right to do so. But their strategy doesn’t align well for the customer pockets all the time. Much recently, Jio also did what Airtel and Vi had done with the data vouchers.

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AT&T Connects

JUNE 16, 2025

What’s new: In Arizona, we invested more than $1.1 billion in our network infrastructure from 2020-2024 to connect more people to greater possibility. Cities and communities throughout Arizona are seeing the impacts of this investment, including: Nearly $775 million in Phoenix, Mesa and Chandler More than $110 million in Tucson 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 inte

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