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GSMA: Mobile internet remains inaccessible for 3.45B people

Telecoms Tech News

billion people – still lacks access to mobile internet, according to the GSMA. The organisation’s latest ‘State of Mobile Internet Connectivity 2024’ report highlights that, while mobile internet adoption continues to grow annually, the pace has significantly slowed.

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Shock U-turn as Jio and Airtel both sign up for Starlink

Total Telecom

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.

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Telecom Groups Push Back on Rhode Island Broadband Bill

Broadband Breakfast

March 24, 2025 — Industry groups are opposing proposed Rhode Island legislation that would expand state oversight of internet service providers, arguing it would duplicate federal regulations and impose unnecessary costs. It would also establish a state broadband authority funded by ISP fees and expand broadband mapping efforts.

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China Mobile makes $1bn offer for HKBN

Total Telecom

News US investment firm I Squared Capital has also filed a non-binding offer for the company, opening the door to a potential bidding war China Mobile, the world’s largest mobile operator, has launched a HK$6.86 HKBN currently serves roughly 932,000 broadband customers, with its full fibre network spanning 2.6

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Global Leaders Share Insights on Broadband Success, Open Access

Broadband Breakfast

" Broadband Breakfast on March 26, 2025 - Broadband Programs Outside of the U.S. learn from international broadband programs? "On the mobile network, you can purchase unlimited mobile broadband for one hour. . "On billion Project Gigabit initiative. What can the U.S. " Lessons for the U.S.

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Freedom Fibre and Zen Internet ink network sharing deal 

Total Telecom

News The partnership will expand connectivity options for businesses in the North-West and West Midlands Freedom Fibre has teamed up with Zen Internet to deliver full-fibre ethernet to thousands of businesses across the North-West and West Midlands. The partnership also reflects a commitment to sustainability and customer care.

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T-Mobile Expands Broadband Reach with Lumos Fiber Acquisition

VoIP Review

T-Mobile and EQT have successfully finalized their joint venture to acquire the US fiber provider Lumos. This strategic move marks an effort by the mobile operator to expand its fixed broadband offerings. As part of this comprehensive effort, T-Mobile plans to invest $950 million into the joint venture.

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