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Telecom and Tech M&A Tracker

Telecom and Tech M&A Tracker 2025

2025 has seen major telecom and tech M&A activity, including billion-dollar deals in fiber, AI, cloud, and cybersecurity. This monthly tracker details key acquisitions, like AT&T buying Lumen’s fiber assets and Google’s $32B move for Wiz, highlighting how consolidation is shaping the competitive landscape.

FCC Approves T-Mobile’s UScellular and Metronet Deals Amid Market Consolidation

FCC Approves T-Mobile’s UScellular and Metronet Deals Amid Market Consolidation
The FCC has approved T-Mobile’s $4.4B acquisition of UScellular and a 50% stake in Metronet, marking a strategic push into rural 5G and fixed broadband. While the moves improve network reach and service speeds, regulators caution that market consolidation among the Big Three wireless providers may restrict long-term competition and innovation.

U.S. Mobile Phone Spending Hits $166B: State & City Cost Breakdown

U.S. Mobile Phone Spending Hits $166B: State & City Cost Breakdown
Americans spend $166 billion annually on mobile phone services, making up 4% of all household bill expenses. A new doxoINSIGHTS report reveals median monthly costs of $96, with wide variations by state and city. Nebraska and Dallas top the charts, while tools like doxoINSIGHTS help users compare costs and save on mobile bills.

Web3 in Telecom: How Blockchain and Crypto Are Reshaping Connectivity

Web3 in Telecom: How Blockchain and Crypto Are Reshaping Connectivity
Web3 is redefining the telecom industry by introducing decentralized infrastructure, blockchain-based billing, smart contracts, NFTs, and digital identity. This article explores how telcos can evolve from connectivity providers to key players in Web3 ecosystems—offering programmable services, token economies, and secure, user-centric digital experiences.

AT&T Acquires Lumen Fiber Business for $5.75B to Expand Broadband Reach

AT&T Acquires Lumen Fiber Business for .75B to Expand Broadband Reach
AT&T will acquire Lumen’s consumer fiber business in a $5.75B deal to expand its broadband coverage to 60 million U.S. locations by 2030. The transaction gives AT&T access to 4M enabled locations, 1M subscribers, and new metro markets like Seattle and Phoenix. Meanwhile, Lumen refocuses on enterprise innovation and AI-first networking.

Verizon Beats Q1 Earnings but Suffers Record Subscriber Losses

Verizon Beats Q1 Earnings but Suffers Record Subscriber Losses
Verizon posted better-than-expected Q1 2025 earnings, with revenue and profits rising. But a record loss of 289,000 postpaid phone subscribers sent the stock down, as investors focused more on churn than cash flow. While prepaid gains and stable guidance offered some optimism, analysts remain cautious about Verizon’s subscriber strategy and pricing pressure.

6G Trials, Pixel 9a, Vodafone IoT & RedCap: The Future of 5G on G2 for 5G

The G2 on 5G Podcast – T-Mo and Delta Airlines Google Merges Android Software and Hardware
In Episode 222 of The G2 on 5G, analysts Will Townsend and Anshel Sag cover T-Mobile’s 6G equipment testing, Google’s mid-range Pixel 9a, Vodafone’s 200M IoT milestone, the GSA’s RedCap group, AT&T’s satellite trials for FirstNet, and MediaTek’s powerful new chipsets for phones and Chromebooks.

Reaching the Unreachable: How Satellite-Mobile Convergence Is Reshaping Global Connectivity

Reaching the Unreachable: How Satellite-Mobile Convergence Is Reshaping Global Connectivity
Satellite-mobile convergence is rapidly shifting from niche to mainstream, enabling global mobile coverage through Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN). With direct-to-device (D2D) standards now supported by 3GPP Releases 17–19, traditional mobile phones can connect directly to satellites. This development has unlocked use cases in emergency response, smart agriculture, logistics, and IoT—paving the way for a future where 6G, edge AI, and multi-orbit architectures redefine connectivity. Learn how telecoms, enterprises, and regulators are navigating the path to a fully connected planet.

T-Mobile, Verizon, and AT&T Boost 5G FWA Speeds and Subscribers

T-Mobile, Verizon, and AT&T Boost 5G FWA Speeds and Subscribers
U.S. fixed wireless access (FWA) is on the rise, with over 11.5 million subscribers across T-Mobile, Verizon, and AT&T. Ookla Speedtest data reveals rising download speeds, with T-Mobile leading at 205 Mbps. Verizon manages performance via speed caps, while AT&T positions FWA as a transitional service. Latency and upload improvements further boost FWA’s appeal in 2024.

Scaling Open RAN: Real-World Deployments, Challenges & Strategic Insights

Open RAN: A M Leap Forward in Wireless Technology Innovation
As Open RAN moves from trials to large-scale adoption, telecom giants like NTT Docomo, AT&T, and TELUS share their real-world deployment strategies. From multivendor interoperability to automation and security, this article explores key operational insights, ecosystem collaborations, and future directions in Open RAN architecture.

5G Connectivity in Urban vs. Rural America: Coverage Gaps & Expansion

5G Connectivity in Urban vs. Rural America: Coverage Gaps & Expansion
5G coverage in the U.S. varies significantly between urban and rural areas. While T-Mobile leads in availability, AT&T leverages FirstNet for rural expansion, and Verizon focuses on C-band spectrum. States like Nevada and Illinois rank high for 5G access, while Wyoming struggles with coverage gaps. With continued investment from major carriers and the FCC’s 5G Fund, rural connectivity is set to improve nationwide. Source: Ookla® (This article is based on Ookla’s research and Speedtest Intelligence® data).
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