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In Balancing Innovation and Regulation: Global Perspectives on Telecom Policy, top leaders including Jyotiraditya Scindia (India), Henna Virkkunen (European Commission), and Brendan Carr (U.S. FCC) explore how governments are aligning policy with innovation to future-proof their digital infrastructure. From Indiaโ€™s record-breaking 5G rollout and 6G ambitions, to Europeโ€™s push for AI sovereignty and U.S. leadership in open-market connectivity, this piece outlines how nations can foster growth, security, and inclusion in a hyperconnected world.
At the ETTelecom 5G Congress 2025, top Indian telecom players shared strategies for 5G growth, AI integration, and future tech like 6G. Bharti Airtel emphasized Fixed Wireless Access (FWA), Jio highlighted AI and its 6G roadmap, while Vodafone Idea focused on delivering high-quality 5G user experiences. With 84% population 5G coverage and India targeting 1 billion users by 2030, the telecom industry is at a pivotal moment.
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.
Telecom giants play a critical role in SMEsโ€™ digital transformation, yet a gap remains in access to broadband, cloud, and 5G technologies. While large enterprises receive priority, SMEs often struggle with affordability and digital adoption. This article explores how telecom providers can bridge the digital divide by offering tailored solutions, strategic partnerships, and flexible pricing models to support SME growth.
As telecom innovation accelerates with 5G, AI, cloud computing, and 6G, regulators worldwide must balance progress with consumer protection, cybersecurity, and fair competition. At MWC 2025, industry leaders from the USA, India, and Europe will explore spectrum management, big tech regulation, net neutrality, and digital inclusion. This keynote provides critical insights into how telecom policies can foster innovation while ensuring security and fairness in a hyper-connected world.
Broadband leaders and utility companies, including CTA, NCTA, and PG&E, have extended the Voluntary Agreement for Small Network Equipment through 2028. The initiative has already improved home internet device energy efficiency by 89% since 2015, and new targets aim for an additional 10% reduction by 2026. With compliance from major ISPs and device manufacturers, this industry-led effort is making home broadband more sustainable while enhancing performance.
AT&Tโ€™s 5G and fiber bundling strategy drove record-breaking subscriber growth in Q4 2024, with 482,000 new wireless customers and 307,000 fiber additions. This approach boosted revenue to $32.3 billion, outperforming market forecasts and strengthening AT&Tโ€™s competitive edge in a saturated telecom market.
Reliance Jio is rapidly expanding its 5G-based AirFiber business to drive revenue growth and prepare for a potential IPO in late 2025. With plans to onboard one million customers monthly and an ARPU three times higher than mobile services, Jio is leveraging AirFiber to monetise its 5G investments. This strategy positions Jio for a historic IPO, projected to raise โ‚น42,100 crore and solidify its market dominance.
Vodafone Spain and MasOrange have teamed up to launch FibreCo, a joint venture transforming Spainโ€™s fiber landscape. With 12.2 million premises covered and cutting-edge XGS-PON technology, FibreCo promises nationwide high-speed connectivity. Collaborations with Telefรณnica and plans for third-party investors further solidify this ambitious ventureโ€™s role in Spainโ€™s digital future.
India’s telecom industry is advancing rapidly, driven by 5G expansion, AI-powered innovations, and the ambitious Bharat 6G Vision. With 460,592 5G BTS sites deployed and 125 million users already connected, the sector is set to lead global telecom innovation. However, challenges like regulatory disparities and spectrum allocation need urgent attention to sustain this growth and realize its full potential.

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