BSNL has Installed 83,629 4G Sites in India
Telecom Talk
MARCH 12, 2025
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) is very close to reaching its goal of 1 lakh 4G sites in India. BSNL has installed 83,629 4G sites as on March 5, 2025.
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Space42, Viasat to develop 5G NTN infrastructure for D2D services
Developing Telecoms
MARCH 11, 2025
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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How to maximise 5G network value in the AI era
Total Telecom
MARCH 6, 2025
Contributed Article The evolution of mobile networks will transform how people connect, work, and interact with technology. At this years Mobile World Congress (MWC) Barcelona, Huaweis Corporate Senior Vice President and President of lCT Sales & Service, Li Peng highlighted the role of 5G advancements in improving the user experiences and creating new business opportunities, in his keynote speech “We’re rapidly entering a fully intelligent world.
SKYNET 6A satellite passes key space tests
Telecoms Tech News
MARCH 7, 2025
SKYNET 6A, part of the UK’s next-generation military satellite communication system, has successfully completed its initial phase of rigorous testing. The test was completed at the newly established, government-funded National Satellite Test Facility (NSTF) in Harwell, Oxfordshire. SKYNET 6 a programme co-sponsored by Strategic Command and UK Space Command is designed to provide.
Comcast gets more aggressive with mobile as it bumps broadband speeds
Light Reading
MARCH 11, 2025
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.
Vodafone Idea 5G Trials in Mumbai: Speeds Reach Up to 243 Mbps
Telecom Talk
MARCH 12, 2025
Vodafone Idea (Vi), the third-largest private telecommunications service provider in India, is reportedly preparing to launch 5G services in Mumbai
Pakistan’s Jazz to deploy solar tech from Huawei at 1,000 sites
Developing Telecoms
MARCH 6, 2025
Pakistani telco Jazz owned by global digital operator Veon announced at Mobile World Congress 2025 on Wednesday it is collaborating with Huawei to deploy solar power tech at 1,000 of its mobile base station sites across Pakistan.
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Samsung to lead 6G standardisation with 3GPP appointment
Telecoms Tech News
MARCH 12, 2025
Samsung will lead 6G standardisation efforts within the 3GPP, the worlds largest telecoms standards development organisation. At the recent 3GPP plenary meeting, Dr Younsun Kim from Samsung Research was elected as Chair of the 3GPP Technical Specification Group Radio Access Network (TSG RAN). This group is responsible for standardising all facets of wireless technology, including.
A reflection from Mobile World Congress—our one fine day is not that far
RCR Wireless
MARCH 11, 2025
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.
Nokia Validates First Cellular Network on Moon, Despite Call Setback
Telecom Talk
MARCH 11, 2025
Finnish telecom gear vendor Nokia announced on Monday, March 10, that it had successfully delivered and validated the first cellular
Intelsat and MaxIQ Space push STEM learning in multiple African countries
Developing Telecoms
MARCH 11, 2025
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.
All Intelligent Operations Enables New GrowthÂ
Total Telecom
MARCH 6, 2025
Press Release [Barcelona, Spain, March 4, 2025] Huawei, together with global operators, partners, and industry organizations, discussed how operators can upgrade their operations models, reimagine new experiences, and enable new growth at the Intelligent Operations Summit held during MWC Barcelona 2025. Bruce Xun, President of Huawei Global Technical Service, said, “In the next decade, operators will advance towards all intelligent operations at an unprecedented pace.
Why now is time to invest in your 5G capabilities and secure it
Telecoms Tech News
MARCH 9, 2025
Weve reached the point now where businesses need to look at their approach to 5G, and ask do I want to be status quo, or do I want to be revolutionary? With roughly a decade to go until we start to see 6G drive real tangible benefits for industry connectivity, now is the time to. Read more » The post Why now is time to invest in your 5G capabilities and secure it appeared first on Telecoms Tech News.
Eurobites: Ericsson's AI powers major 5G energy savings in Vodafone trial
Light Reading
MARCH 11, 2025
Also in today's EMEA regional roundup: VMO2 trumpets mobile transformation; BT calls MAUD streaming trial a success; Eir ticks its earnings boxes.
After Airtel, Reliance Jio Partners with SpaceX to Bring Starlink Internet to India
Telecom Talk
MARCH 11, 2025
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.
Canal+ Telecom taps Nokia for Caribbean fibre upgrade
Developing Telecoms
MARCH 12, 2025
Canal+ Telecom tapped Nokia to upgrade its fibre network French Guiana and Guadeloupe, to deploy a future-proof network and meet growing demand in the regions.
Telness Tech Brings European Technology to U.S. MVNOs on the T-Mobile Network
Total Telecom
MARCH 12, 2025
This marks an important step for Telness Tech in the U.S. market. By using Telness Techs software with T-Mobiles 5G network, MVNOs can streamline operations, automate processes, and improve customer experiences. Martina Klingvall, CEO and Founder of Telness Tech, expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration saying: “Working with T-Mobile is a significant milestone for Telness Tech as we expand our international presence.
US charges 12 Chinese nationals for ‘reckless’ cyberattacks
Telecoms Tech News
MARCH 6, 2025
The US Department of Justice (DOJ) alongside the FBI, Naval Criminal Investigative Service, and the Departments of State and the Treasury have announced a coordinated effort to disrupt and deter cyber espionage activity by 12 Chinese nationals. The 12 individuals include two officers of the Ministry of Public Security (MPS), employees of a. Read more » The post US charges 12 Chinese nationals for ‘reckless’ cyberattacks appeared first on Telecoms Tech News.
Challenging Ericsson is 'suicide,' says Airspan's CEO
Light Reading
MARCH 10, 2025
Airspan is fatter from two major acquisitions and a completely restructured business. But the company's CEO is not planning to go head-to-head against market heavyweights like Ericsson and Nokia.
iQOO Neo 10R 5G Launching on March 11, Here’s Everything
Telecom Talk
MARCH 6, 2025
iQOO Neo 10R is one of the most anticipated smartphones that is going to launch very soon in India.
CelcomDigi signs 5G and AI deals with Huawei, ZTE and Ericsson
Developing Telecoms
MARCH 6, 2025
CelcomDigi said on Thursday it has signed several MoUs at Mobile World Congress 2025 two with Huawei and ZTE related to AI-powered network evolution, and and one with Ericsson to develop private 5G solutions for Malaysias oil and gas sector.
Huawei and Carrier’s TFM-Powered Intelligent Operations Solution Wins Two Prestigious GSMA GLOMO AwardsÂ
Total Telecom
MARCH 6, 2025
Press Release [Barcelona Spain, March 5, 2025] At the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2025, Huawei and its carrier partner were honoured with two GSMA Global Mobile (GLOMO) Awards for their Intelligent Operations Solution, powered by the Telecom Foundation Model (TFM). The solution received the Best Network Software Breakthrough Award and the CTO Choice: Outstanding Mobile Technology Award.
Arkansas Jail Cutting Inmate Phone Service Entirely March 30
Broadband Breakfast
MARCH 8, 2025
WASHINGTON, March 8, 2025 – When federal rules to lower jail phone rates take effect next month, Baxter County, Arkansas, won’t be offering cheaper calls to inmates — they won’t be offering phone service at all. Baxter County Sheriff John Montgomery announced that the county’s 100-person jail will eliminate phone service entirely on March 30 — just days before the Federal Communications Commission’s new rate caps go into effect for jails with fewe
AST SpaceMobile: Satellite messaging isn't cool – but satellite broadband is
Light Reading
MARCH 6, 2025
SpaceX and Apple are currently offering text messages from space. But AST SpaceMobile hopes to leapfrog those companies with speedy, spaceborne data services starting later this year.
5G BTS Deployment in India Slows; Vodafone Idea and BSNL Readying 5G Launch
Telecom Talk
MARCH 7, 2025
India's 5G deployment has slowed down, with Airtel and Jio completing major rollouts. Vodafone Idea plans a 5G launch in Mumbai, while BSNL prepares for a June 2025 rollout.
PEACE cable cut could be a long-term problem
Developing Telecoms
MARCH 10, 2025
The PEACE subsea cable cut in the Red Sea, reported by a number of news outlets early last week, could be a long-term issue, with repairs taking months.
Shock U-turn as Jio and Airtel both sign up for Starlink
Total Telecom
MARCH 12, 2025
News The Indian operators are the latest in a growing list of telcos to lean on SpaceX to cover hard-to-reach customers This week, Indias two largest mobile operators, Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel, have announced partnerships with SpaceX to use its low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite constellation Starlink. The deals will see the operators leverage Starlinks roughly 7,000 satellites to deliver satellite internet services across India, potentially offering connectivity to the nearly 600 million peo
Join us in the Cisco U. Spotlight
Cisco Wireless
MARCH 11, 2025
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.
Chunghwa Telecom is turning legacy properties into malls and apartments
Light Reading
MARCH 12, 2025
Taiwanese operator Chunghwa Telecom expects $303 million from developing property portfolio in next two years.
Amazon Prime Video Rolls Out AI Dubbing Pilot for International Content
Telecom Talk
MARCH 6, 2025
Amazon’s OTT video platform, Prime Video, is enhancing its streaming experience with AI-aided dubbing, making international content more accessible to
Astrum Mobile taps SWISSto12 to build D2D satellite for APAC
Developing Telecoms
MARCH 10, 2025
Aspiring direct-to-device (D2D) satellite player Astrum Mobile said on Monday it has contracted Switzerland-based satellite manufacturer SWISSto12 to build its NEASTAR-1 satellite that will provide 5G non-terrestrial network (NTN) broadcast services across Asia-Pacific.
Vodafone and Ericsson cut 5G energy bill by a third in latest ‘sleep mode’ trialsÂ
Total Telecom
MARCH 12, 2025
News The trial focussed on powering down 5G sites when not in use, dramatically reducing their energy consumption This week, Vodafone UK and Ericsson have announced the successful completion of a new trial in London that puts 5G and 4G sites to sleep when not in use. The trial focused on making better use of network downtime, introducing features that power down equipment when demand is low and reactivate it when needed.
Cisco Live Amsterdam: A Big Moment for SMBs
Cisco Wireless
MARCH 7, 2025
At Cisco Live Amsterdam, Cisco showcased innovative SMB solutions, highlighting secure networking, AI, and hybrid work technologies, emphasizing their commitment to empowering small businesses with scalable, efficient IT strategies.
Telecom, satellite players look to standards to ease integration worries
Light Reading
MARCH 12, 2025
D2D communications and satellite-based mobile backhaul could help telcos differentiate their services and optimize networks. Tech standards may help unlock more investment in satellite services, but the revenue opportunities are, so far, more easily found in analysts' forecasts than earnings reports.
Sunil Bharti Mittal Welcomes Telecom-Satellite Partnership to Expand Global Connectivity
Telecom Talk
MARCH 11, 2025
Mittal applauds telecom-satellite collaborations as Airtel and Jio announce partnerships with SpaceXs Starlink, marking a new era in seamless global connectivity.
IDATE presents four major awards to leading global operators
Developing Telecoms
MARCH 10, 2025
During MWC 2025, a leading European consulting company, IDATE, held the Green All-optical Network Forum 2025. During the forum, IDATE presented four major awards to 16 worlds leading operators.
New Telefonica chairman begins to remould exec board with new COO
Total Telecom
MARCH 7, 2025
News Fuelled by a newly refreshed Board of Directors, Telefonicas incoming chairman Marc Murtra is wasting no time in reshaping the company from the top down. Telefonica has this week announced a major executive reshuffle, marking the start of a new strategic direction with chairman Marc Murtra at the helm. The first and most significant change is the promotion of Telefonica Spain CEO Emilio Gayo to the role of Group COO and executive director.
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