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5G, Satellite & NTN

AST SpaceMobile’s 5G Satellite Connectivity Breakthrough

September 28, 2023

AST SpaceMobile has unveiled its space-based 5G broadband capabilities, achieving a new data rate of 14 Mbps, following successful 4G tests with AT&T and Vodafone. This was accomplished using the BlueWalker 3 satellite, in partnership with Vodafone, AT&T, and Nokia. This advancement underscores the potential of bridging 4G and 5G connectivity gaps globally. AST SpaceMobile’s patented technology will also be integral to their commercial satellites, with the first five set for a Q1 2024 launch.

5G, Satellite & NTN

Vodafone and Amazon’s Project Kuiper expand 4G/5G reach in Europe and Africa

September 6, 2023

Discover how Vodafone and Amazon’s Project Kuiper are partnering to extend 5G and satellite connectivity to underserved communities in Africa and Europe to make high-speed internet more accessible.

5G in Sports: Ericsson and Vodafone’s Private Network Solution for the Irish Rugby

August 22, 2023

Ericsson and Vodafone have introduced a 5G Mobile Private Network (MPN) technology for the Irish Rugby Football Union (IRFU). This innovation offers swift, real-time data analysis, enabling superior communication and strategic decisions during matches, particularly as the team preps for the 2023 Rugby World Cup.

5G, 6G

Spectrum Controversy: The Role of the 6 GHz Band in India’s Telecommunications Future

August 14, 2023

The Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI) has expressed concerns to the Department of Telecom (DoT) about delicensing the 6 GHz spectrum, fearing it may obstruct the development and deployment of 5G and 6G technologies in India. Major telecom operators including Bharti Airtel, Reliance Jio, and Vodafone Idea are backing COAI’s stance. This move comes amidst the potential revenue loss for the government and the imperative need to use the spectrum efficiently for advancing India’s telecommunication sector.

5G Spectrum Dilemma: Enterprises or Telecom Operators in India?

June 15, 2023

Contradicting TRAI’s recommendations, reports suggest the Indian government may not directly allocate 5G spectrum to enterprises for private networks, possibly impacting the domestic telecom gear industry and the cost of 5G private network spectrum.

5G, Security

Portugal Takes Steps Towards Excluding Chinese 5G Tech Suppliers

June 7, 2023

Portugal’s cybersecurity council is set to issue regulations potentially barring telecom operators from utilizing Chinese equipment for their 5G mobile and 4G platforms. This move could have major implications for Chinese tech heavyweight Huawei and its ambitions in the Portuguese market.

Vodafone and ITN Collaborate for 5G Standalone-Enabled Coronation Broadcast

May 3, 2023

Vodafone and ITN partner to enable the first UK broadcast using a public 5G Standalone (5G SA) network for the Coronation of King Charles III, showcasing the future of cellular connectivity.

Vodafone Launches UK’s First 5G SA Private Network Service

May 1, 2023

Vodafone introduces the UK’s first 5G standalone (SA) mobile private networking (MPN) service, offering customizable network solutions and paving the way for specialized services.

5G

Vodafone Idea Prepares for 5G Rollout Amid Competitive Pressure

April 14, 2023

Vodafone Idea plans to launch 5G services soon, as it faces subscriber losses and increased competition from Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel.

5G, Monetization

5G Monetization Challenges for Indian Telecoms Amid Tariff Hikes

April 11, 2023

Indian telecom companies, including Bharti Airtel, Reliance Jio, and Vodafone Idea, are struggling to raise tariffs amid the 5G rollout, with average revenue per user (ARPU) increasing only 1-3% sequentially in the December quarter. Significant capital expenditures and a competitive landscape contribute to the delay in tariff hikes, which impacts investors’ concerns. Revenue growth is expected to moderate, while limited 5G use-cases and monetization opportunities also hinder ARPU growth.

5G, IoT, Satellite & NTN, Towers & Cells

Lynk Partners with Telecel Group to Provide Satellite Coverage for Vodafone Ghana

April 11, 2023

Lynk Global has signed its second commercial contract with Telecel Group in Africa to provide 100% coverage for Vodafone Ghana’s 31 million subscribers using Lynk’s innovative “space-based cell towers” technology. The partnership will extend rural coverage, ensure service resiliency, and support IoT devices, among other benefits.

5G, FWA, Private Networks

Virgin Media O2 connects children’s playground with 5G and broadband

March 11, 2023

A temporary connected play experience for children has been set up by Virgin Media O2 (VMO2) at a playground located in King’s Square Gardens in London. The children’s interactions with the equipment will be transmitted through 5G and broadband, which will then modify the lights and music.

5G, Edge/MEC, Private Networks

5G Future Forum accelerating 5G and Edge Compute solutions around the world

March 3, 2023

The 5G Future Forum (5GFF) will lead a first-in-the-world demonstration that is expected to change the evolution of music collaboration. Using the 5GFF Edge Discovery Service (EDS) API, which enables devices to identify and connect to the Mobile Edge Compute (MEC) site providing the lowest latency closest to them, the performance will showcase the value of the interoperability of the EDS API, leveraging Open Sesame’s audio platform to sync guitar players across New York, USA (Verizon), Toronto, Canada (Rogers), and London, England (Vodafone).

Sustainability

Vodafone executive pushes for EU operators to invest in energy

March 1, 2023

Margherita Della Valle, CFO and Interim CEO at Vodafone Group, called for European operators to pool their energy resources across every market to support larger renewable projects by acting as anchor tenants with energy providers.

5G

Industry throws weight behind GSMA API initiative | CAMARA Alliance

February 27, 2023

The GSMA announced a new industry-wide initiative called GSMA Open Gateway, a framework of universal network Application Programmable Interfaces (APIs), designed to provide universal access to operator networks for developers. Launched with the support of 21 mobile network operators, the move is aimed at changing the way the telecoms industry designs and delivers services in an API economy world.

5G, AI

India Budget 2023 | Government to Set Up 100 Labs for 5G Use Cases

February 5, 2023

To unlock a world of possibilities, including new business models and jobs for the future, 100 labs will be established in India’s engineering institutions to create applications using 5G services.

5G, Towers & Cells

Neutral hosts, Freshwave and Cellnex play key role in Europe’s 5G rollout

December 21, 2022

Neutral host operators, Freshwave and Cellnex, are becoming more integral to telco service rollout plans across Europe. In the UK, for instance, Freshwave is rolling out London’s first-ever shared infrastructural 5G small cells. Moreover, multiple 5G deals in Spain and France have been handed to Cellnex along ‘cross-border corridors.’

Vodafone and Porsche deploys hybrid private 5G network in Europe

December 14, 2022

Vodafone Business and Porsche announced they constructed Europe’s first hybrid private 5G network. The coverage stretches over 700 hectares and allows secure LTE and 5G connectivity from both public and private networks on one site. Porsche 5G network is deployed at the Nardo Technical Center (NTC), situated in southern Italy’s Apulian region.

5G, Open RAN

Qualcomm and Vodafone collaborate to Develop and Test Next-Gen 5G Open RAN Infrastructure

October 27, 2022

Qualcomm and Vodafone are collaborating to develop, test, and integrate next-generation 5G distributed units (DUs) and Radio Units (RU) with Massive MIMO capabilities to deliver the commercial deployment of Open RAN in Europe.

5G

DoT plans to auction 5G spectrum in millimeter wave band for Fixed Wireless Access (FWA)

August 16, 2022

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) plans to auction 5,500 MHz of 5G spectrum in the millimeter wave (37.0–42.5 GHz) band, valued at over Rs 35,000 crore. The spectrum can potentially be used for private networks in addition to mobile and satellite services.

Vodafone and Bayer deploy 5G campus network inside German greenhouse

August 14, 2022

Vodafone and Bayer deployed private 5G network in a greenhouse in Germany to gain new knowledge about plant health quickly and make industry and agriculture even more sustainable with automated processes and real-time processing of large amounts of data.

5G

Vodafone Germany expanding 5G on waterways with 1400 locations already activated

August 9, 2022

Vodafone Germany has activated 5G at 1,400 waterway locations in Germany and another 700 expansion projects planned in the next twelve months.

Vodafone and Ericsson launch AI/ML based support service in 5G-powered factory in Hungary

August 2, 2022

Ericsson and Vodafone have launched a new preemptive support service for private 5G networks using artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) to ensure efficient operations at the Foxconn factory in Komárom, Hungary.

Vodafone Idea trials use of street furniture in Bhopal and Bengaluru Smart Cities for 5G small cells

August 2, 2022

Vodafone Idea (Vi) is conducting a trial on the use of street furniture for 5G Small Cells and Aerial Fibre deployment in Bhopal and Bengaluru Smart Cities for 5G small cells.

5G

Vodafone Idea buys spectrum for Rs 18, 799 crores for 5G rollout and 4G expansion

August 1, 2022

Vodafone Idea has acquired spectrum in 3300MHz and 26GHz 5G bands to roll out 5G services to its customers and strengthen its enterprise offerings.

5G Magazines

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5G Magazine, Aug 2023 Edition

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Shaping the Future with Connectivity and Tech | 5G Magazine, May 2023 edition

Shaping the Future with Connectivity and Tech | 5G Magazine, May 2023 edition

Shaping the Future with Connectivity and Tech | 5G Magazine, May 2023 edition

5G Monetization | 5G Magazine Feb 2023 Edition

5G Monetization | 5G Magazine Feb 2023 Edition

Technology and Connectivity Trends | 5G Magazine Jan 2023 Edition

Technology and Connectivity Trends | 5G Magazine Jan 2023 Edition

5G Public and Private Networks Nov 2022 - 5G Magazine Cover page - TeckNexus

5G Public/Private Networks | 5G Magazine Nov 2022

Telco Cloud | 5G Magazine Sep 2022 Edition

Telco Cloud | 5G Magazine Sep 2022 Edition

Open RAN | 5G Magazine June 2022 Edition

Open RAN | 5G Magazine July 2022 Edition

Security for Public and Private Networks | 5G Magazine

Security for Public and Private Networks | 5G Magazine

Next-Generation Networks (Next-G) | TECH Perspective

Next-Generation Networks (Next-G)

5G for Transportation | TeckNexus 5G Magazine

5G for Transportation | 5G Magazine

5G for Manufacturing | TeckNexus 5G Magazine

5G for Manufacturing | TeckNexus 5G Magazine

5G for Manufacturing | 5G Magazine

5G Magazine - Reflections on 2021 and Predictions for 2022 -TeckNexus

5G Magazine - Reflections on 2021 and Predictions for 2022 -TeckNexus

5G Predictions for 2022 | 5G Magazine

5G Magazine - Towers and Small Cell Edition -TeckNexus

5G Tower, Small Cells, DAS Edition | 5G Magazine

5G Magazine - 5G and Edge - Aug 2021 TeckNexus

5G Magazine - 5G and Edge - Aug 2021 TeckNexus

5G & Edge Edition | 5G Magazine

TeckNexus 5G Magazine- Open RAN edition, June 2021

TeckNexus 5G Magazine- Open RAN edition, June 2021

5G Magazine – Open RAN Edition

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Research Reports

5G Monetization Research report - TeckNexus Feb 2023

5G Monetization Research report - TeckNexus Feb 2023

5G Monetization Research Report | Covering 100+ 5G Network Operators

5G and Manufacturing - TeckNexus research report

5G and Manufacturing - TeckNexus research report

Unlock the Potential of 5G in Manufacturing: A Comprehensive Research Report

5G for Smart Healthcare | TeckNexus Research Report

5G for Smart Healthcare | TeckNexus Research Report

5G in Healthcare Research Report

5G public/private 5G networks for smart transportation

5G public/private 5G networks for smart transportation

5G public/private networks for smart transportation

5G and Energy-Utilities - TeckNexus research report

5G and Energy-Utilities - TeckNexus research report

5G and CBRS private/public networks for Smart Energy & Utilities

5G private/public networks for smart cities

5G private/public networks for smart cities

5G private/public networks for smart cities