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Artificial intelligence has moved from experimentation to a core operational layer across telecom networks and enterprise connectivity. Operators apply AI to network optimization, predictive maintenance, energy savings, customer experience, and increasingly autonomous network operations, while enterprises use it to extract value from connected operations and data. The shift toward agentic and AI-native architectures — where intelligence is built into the network rather than bolted on — is reshaping how 5G-Advanced and future 6G systems are designed. For decision-makers, the practical challenge is prioritizing high-impact, feasible use cases over broad ambition, and proving return rather than assuming it. This channel covers AI across networks and enterprise verticals, from RAN and core automation to industry-specific deployments, with frameworks and tools to help teams rank use cases and build defensible business cases.

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Tech News & Insight
September 29, 2026

Enabling Physical AI with Deterministic 5G Networks

Cumucore, with partners Qualcomm, Node-H, Askey, and Mitsubishi Electric, demonstrated Time-Sensitive Networking over private 5G with 200-nanosecond clock synchronization accuracy, enabling deterministic wireless coordination for collaborative robots, AMRs, drones, and other Physical AI systems without wired Industrial Ethernet....

Tech News & Insight
September 29, 2026

One Private 5G Network, Multiple Technologies: Securing 100,000 Acres of Rocky Mountain Terrain

Alliance Corporation integrated six technology vendors, Moso Networks, Pente Networks, Global Telecom, Redtail Communications, Nightingale Security, and ESP, into a single private 5G network securing a 100,000-acre Rocky Mountain ranch, connecting AI-enabled cameras and autonomous drones on one infrastructure....

Tech News & Insight
September 29, 2026

From Pilot to Authorization: How Federated Wireless Built the First Fully Authorized Private 5G Network in the Department of War

Federated Wireless built the Department of War's first commercial private 5G network at Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany, delivering 98% inventory accuracy and a 65% increase in goods velocity, and becoming the first private 5G network to receive full Authority to Operate within the department, with JMA Wireless and HPE...

Tech News & Insight
September 29, 2026

Cargill Makes Private 5G the Manufacturing Connectivity Standard

After a three-year evaluation, Cargill made private 5G its manufacturing connectivity standard, turning up more than 50 sites across the US, Europe, and Latin America in roughly 10 months with Celona's 5G LAN platform, at a fraction of the cost of comparable Wi-Fi deployments....

Tech News & Insight
September 3, 2026

Slicing Goes Regulatory, Satellites Multiply: Advanced Connectivity Insights, August 2026

August 2026's roundup: EE launches the UK's first commercial 5G slicing service as India's regulator moves first to mandate per-slice tariffs and disclosed speeds, AI-RAN validation reaches SoftBank's live Japanese network, satellite operators from AST SpaceMobile to Elveo Mobile jockey for direct-to-device position, and Charter's completed Cox mega-merger reshapes the...

Deployment Updates

The Fast Mode | Sep 28 | Deployment Update

Movistar deploys high-performance connectivity for San Diego Comic-Con Málaga, supporting dense crowds, event operations, digital services and reliable mobile experiences.

Movistar has deployed enhanced connectivity infrastructure for San Diego Comic-Con Málaga to handle heavy traffic from attendees, exhibitors and event operations. The network is designed to deliver reliable mobile coverage and capacity across the venue, supporting digital engagement, communications and other high-demand event services.

Fastcompany | Sep 25 | Deployment Update

AT&T: Launches Turbo Live paid fast-lane mobile connectivity at stadiums; adds AI fan media and wayfinding at AT&T Stadium

AT&T introduced a premium mobile data feature called Turbo Live to provide prioritized connectivity during high-congestion moments at live stadium events. At AT&T Stadium, the company also deployed fan engagement features: a mixed-reality quarterback skills game (Reception Connection), AI-generated custom hype videos from fan-submitted photos (Starbase Connection), and digital wayfinding integrated into the Cowboys app and entrance kiosks. AT&T extended its Dallas Cowboys partnership through 2055.

Telecomstechnews | Sep 22 | Deployment Update

Eutelsat: Trials OneWeb LEO rail connectivity on PKP Intercity routes in Poland

Eutelsat conducted a live trial of OneWeb low Earth orbit connectivity on a PKP Intercity passenger service between Kozłów, Warszawa, and Tczew, validating satellite backhaul on rolling stock at up to 160 km/h. ACO Solutions led the technical deployment, with Hispasat acting as distribution partner. This marks the first operational assessment of OneWeb LEO across Poland’s national railway network.

Koreabizwire | Sep 17 | Deployment Update

KT: Expands enterprise 5G with app slicing, AI-driven management/security, and 5G SA slicing in South Korea

KT is upgrading enterprise-only 5G and 5G business-network services, adding app slicing to separate work and personal traffic on the same device, collaborating with Samsung Electronics and Google for smartphone support. It is extending 5G SA-based network slicing for closed, dedicated enterprise/public-sector networks and enabling VPN-less secure access via a portable 'Egg' device. KT also referenced AI-powered network management and security with preparation for quantum-computing-resistant measures.

Mobile World Live | Sep 16 | Deployment Update

BT Business: Supports British Transport Police drone operations with EE connectivity across UK rail network; expansion planned over two years

BT Business is providing a drone SIM system and EE cellular connectivity to the British Transport Police to accelerate incident response and reduce rail network disruption, with the deployment set to scale across the UK over the next two years.

Economic Times | Sep 15 | Deployment Update

NTT Docomo: Begins commercial deployment of Nokia multivendor Open RAN base stations in Japan

NTT Docomo has started commercial rollout of Nokia O-RAN Alliance-compliant base stations in a multivendor Open RAN setup. The base stations support LTE and 5G with Massive MIMO, use Levante and Ponente baseband cards, connect to open radio units from multiple suppliers, and integrate with Nokia’s OREX SMO and MantaRay SON for automated design, configuration, and optimization. Docomo targets expansion across Japan, prioritizing high-demand urban areas, stadiums, and event venues, with expectations of higher RU capacity and lower power consumption versus existing infrastructure.

Mobile World Live | Sep 8 | Deployment Update

Siemens Mobility: Demonstrates GoA4 automated train feasibility with Mireo tests in Germany

Siemens Mobility, in collaboration with Deutsche Bahn and industry/scientific partners under the AutomatedTrain project, validated the technical feasibility of Grade of Automation 4 by conducting automated operations with a Mireo train in Germany.

Light Reading | Sep 3 | Deployment Update

SoftBank completes a stratospheric HAPS trial in Japan, validating 4G LTE connectivity, drone links and edge computing ahead of a planned 2027 commercial launch.

SoftBank and Sceye have completed a HAPS trial over Japan, demonstrating stable voice, messaging, video and app connectivity between a stratospheric platform and users on the ground. The trial also tested drone communications and onboard edge computing, supporting SoftBank’s broader vision for integrated terrestrial, HAPS and satellite networks ahead of commercial deployment targeted for 2027. Light Reading

Light Reading | Sep 24 | Deal Win

Iridium: Stockholders approve pending acquisition by Rocket Lab

Iridium stockholders voted to approve the company's pending acquisition by Rocket Lab, with 99.6% of votes in favor.

Light Reading | Sep 24 | Deal Win

Keppel: In talks with StarHub on potential sale of M1 in Singapore

Keppel and StarHub are discussing a potential transaction involving M1. If executed, it would represent the first telecom market consolidation in Singapore, subject to agreement and regulatory approvals.

Mobile World Live | Sep 15 | Deal Win

Ericsson & Nex-Tech Wireless: 4-year deal to modernize 85% of RAN in rural Kansas and expand cloud-native core for 5G SA

Ericsson will upgrade approximately 85% of Nex-Tech Wireless’s RAN across rural Kansas and expand the operator’s existing cloud-native core to enable standalone 5G over a four-year term, supporting rural network modernization and future network hosting capabilities.

Light Reading | Sep 29 | Feature Update

Tarana Wireless: Targets FWA capacity gains in UK as Ofcom moves to open upper 6GHz; expands in Europe

Tarana Wireless is preparing technology trials to boost fixed wireless access capacity in the United Kingdom, aligned with Ofcom’s plan to open the upper 6GHz band, while simultaneously expanding its presence in Europe.

Light Reading | Sep 29 | Feature Update

MaxLinear: Launches Puma 9 DOCSIS 3.1/D3.1+/D4.0 CPE silicon targeting up to 50% cost reduction

MaxLinear introduced the Puma 9 silicon as a baseline platform supporting DOCSIS 3.1, D3.1+ and DOCSIS 4.0, with a stated goal of lowering CPE costs by up to 50%.

Mobile World Live | Sep 28 | Feature Update

Elisa: Refocuses Industriq operating model on manufacturing and critical infrastructure

Elisa is restructuring its international enterprise software unit, Elisa Industriq, to a single strategy centered on manufacturing and critical infrastructure, aiming to improve efficiency and profitable growth. The company provided limited operational details in a stock exchange statement.

Economic Times | Sep 28 | Feature Update

India’s TakeMe2Space plans to launch an orbital computing satellite aboard a SpaceX rocket, advancing in-orbit data processing and space-based AI capabilities.

TakeMe2Space is preparing to launch an orbital computing satellite on a SpaceX mission, designed to process data directly in space rather than relying entirely on ground infrastructure. The initiative aims to support faster satellite analytics, AI workloads and more efficient use of bandwidth for Earth observation and other space applications.

Light Reading | Sep 21 | Feature Update

Lumen launches Intelligent Internet, giving enterprises on-demand bandwidth, digital control and flexible pricing to support changing AI, cloud and business needs.

Lumen Intelligent Internet brings cloud-like flexibility to enterprise connectivity, allowing customers to provision services digitally and scale bandwidth up or down through Lumen Connect or APIs. The offering combines programmable connectivity, predictable pricing and enterprise-grade security to better support AI workloads, cloud applications and fluctuating network demand.

Mobile World Live | Sep 21 | Feature Update

Deutsche Telekom: Launches T-Travel eSIM platform for mobile data in 200+ destinations

Deutsche Telekom introduced T-Travel, a standalone app and online platform for booking eSIM-based mobile data packages across 200+ destinations. The service offers four tiers with validity from one day to one month, with pricing based on destination, data volume, and duration. It targets new customers to the operator.

Light Reading | Sep 17 | Feature Update

John Deere: Shipping autonomous trucks with factory-fitted satellite connectivity; U.S. university reports 2 years 9 months spectrum decision delay

John Deere is delivering autonomous trucks equipped with factory-installed satellite connectivity. Separately, Iowa State University experienced a two-year, nine-month wait for a spectrum decision in the United States.

Light Reading | Sep 16 | Feature Update

Cricket Wireless: Launches 5G fixed wireless access service with $45 standalone and $75 mobile bundle pricing

Cricket Wireless introduced a 5G-powered fixed wireless access (FWA) home internet service, priced at $45 per month standalone or $75 when bundled with mobile service.

Telecomstechnews | Sep 16 | Feature Update

Nokia: AI-RAN field trials verify 20% spectral efficiency gain

Nokia reported AI-RAN results from multi-country live field trials with A1 Group, Chunghwa Telecom, du, e&, Mobily, stc, TPG Telecom, and Zain Saudi, with ongoing programs at NTT DOCOMO production sites. Tests showed about a 20% spectral efficiency improvement versus standard radio configurations. The AI-native RAN converts fixed-function elements into programmable software nodes, supporting baseband and enterprise compute at the edge to address higher uplink loads from distributed AI/device workloads.

Economic Times | Sep 16 | Feature Update

GlobalLogic launches an AI-native test automation kit for 5G FWA broadband, helping operators accelerate validation, improve quality and streamline deployment workflows.

GlobalLogic has introduced an AI-native test automation kit designed for 5G Fixed Wireless Access broadband deployments. The solution automates validation across devices, networks and service layers, helping operators reduce testing effort, identify issues faster and improve deployment readiness for large-scale FWA services.

Light Reading | Sep 14 | Feature Update

Callsign Mobile launches on MobileX’s technology platform, using its cloud-native architecture to support flexible wireless service delivery and customer experiences.

Callsign Mobile has launched its wireless service using MobileX’s technology platform, gaining access to cloud-native capabilities for provisioning, billing and service management. The partnership is designed to help Callsign Mobile bring differentiated mobile offerings to market faster while maintaining flexibility across pricing, plans and customer experience.

Telecompaper | Sep 11 | Feature Update

Deutsche Telekom: Integrates Codesphere into T-Cloud to enable multi-cloud application development and operations

Deutsche Telekom integrated the Codesphere cloud platform into its T-Cloud ecosystem. Codesphere runs on T-Cloud and links with hyperscaler and on-premises infrastructures, allowing applications to be developed and operated across heterogeneous environments without reworking existing IT landscapes. The companies plan to deepen their partnership for customer projects.

Telecompaper | Sep 9 | Feature Update

Quectel: Unveils RG660Qx 5G module based on Qualcomm X85/X82 for FRMCS rail systems

Quectel introduced the RG660Qx 5G module built on Qualcomm X85/X82 modems to support the Future Rail Mobile Communication System (FRMCS). Developed at its European R&D center in New Belgrade, the module targets the migration from GSM-R to 5G across European rail networks with FRMCS adoption planned by 2030.

TradingView | Sep 8 | Feature Update

Nokia launches a live testing hub for AI-era networks, enabling operators and enterprises to validate automation, cloud-native core, APIs and AI-driven capabilities before deployment.

Nokia has introduced a live testing environment designed to help customers evaluate AI-era network technologies in realistic conditions. The hub supports testing across cloud-native core, automation, network APIs and AI-driven operations, giving operators and enterprises a way to validate performance, interoperability and new use cases before commercial rollout.

Mobile World Live | Sep 7 | Feature Update

O2 Business: Launches direct-to-device satellite service for UK enterprises

Introduced 'O2 Satellite for Business', a direct-to-device satellite connectivity offer extending service beyond O2’s mobile network to improve coverage for companies across the UK, with a focus on rural locations.

Telecomtalk | Sep 5 | Feature Update

Reliance Jio marks its 10th anniversary with 120GB of bonus data, JioTV Pro vouchers, cloud storage, AI benefits and other rewards on its annual prepaid plan.

Reliance Jio has introduced a Mega Anniversary Offer around its ₹3,599 annual prepaid plan, adding 120GB of bonus data through monthly boosters along with JioTV Pro vouchers, JioHotstar, JioAICloud storage and access to Google AI Pro for eligible users. The offer celebrates 10 years of Jio’s commercial operations in India.

Telecomstechnews | Sep 4 | Feature Update

Vodafone Business: Launches 5G+ network slicing for enterprises in the United Kingdom

Vodafone Business introduced SuperMobile for Business, providing the UK's first national 5G+ network slicing for enterprises on the VodafoneThree network. The dedicated enterprise slice isolates traffic from consumer demand, offers dedicated capacity, up to 4x faster speeds than standard plans, and a committed minimum 15 Mbps download rate. Service works with standard compatible business handsets, requiring 5G+ eligible devices, and supports uplink/downlink allocation for real-time reporting, video collaboration, field operations, and data-heavy applications.

Light Reading | Sep 2 | Feature Update

Cable One’s Carrier Services unit upgrades its wholesale ordering platform to streamline quoting, provisioning and service management for carrier and wholesale customers.

Cable One has enhanced the ordering system used by its Carrier Services business to simplify wholesale network transactions and improve operational efficiency. The upgraded platform is designed to give carrier customers faster access to quotes, orders and service information while supporting more scalable wholesale connectivity operations.

Light Reading | Sep 2 | Feature Update

Hewlett Packard Enterprise: Delivers Wi‑Fi 7 and AI-enabled networking upgrade at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London

Tottenham Hotspur Stadium is nearing completion of a multi-million-dollar HPE networking upgrade featuring Wi‑Fi 7 and AI-based capabilities.

Light Reading | Sep 30 | Industry Analysis

NVIDIA: Plans AI-RAN 6G radio unit chip as Ericsson and Nokia face 6G pushback

NVIDIA signals an AI-RAN approach centered on a 6G radio unit chip, aiming to run AI workloads at the RAN edge. The context includes 6G development challenges for Ericsson and Nokia and operator resistance to current 6G trajectories.

Light Reading | Sep 29 | Industry Analysis

CableLabs: DOCSIS 4.0 certification for supplier gear is nearing completion

CableLabs indicates suppliers are close to securing DOCSIS 4.0 certification following more than three years of formal testing.

Spiceworks | Sep 28 | Industry Analysis

Business-grade Wi-Fi is moving into the consumer market, bringing stronger security, centralized management and enterprise-level performance to homes and small businesses.

Enterprise Wi-Fi capabilities are increasingly appearing in consumer and small-business environments as users demand better coverage, security and network control. The shift is narrowing the gap between traditional business networking and consumer connectivity, with managed Wi-Fi, advanced security and improved performance becoming more widely accessible.

Light Reading | Sep 28 | Industry Analysis

Arelion: Research indicates 58% of enterprise leaders slowed or safeguarded strategic initiatives over network provider concerns

Arelion released survey findings showing a majority of enterprise leaders have delayed, scaled back, or added safeguards to strategic initiatives due to concerns about their network provider.

Light Reading | Sep 28 | Industry Analysis

Nokia backs O-RAN E3 interfaces and dApps to expand AI-RAN capabilities, enabling real-time network applications as Ericsson maintains its rApp-focused approach.

Nokia is advancing its Open RAN strategy with support for the O-RAN E3 interface and emerging dApps, opening the RAN to real-time applications for spectrum efficiency, sensing and location services. The move builds on Nokia’s Nvidia-based AI-RAN architecture, while Ericsson continues to prioritize rApps for network automation.

Mobile World Live | Sep 25 | Industry Analysis

Sateliot: Emphasizes standards-based IoT interoperability between terrestrial networks and its LEO constellation

At Unwrapped Digital Industries, Sateliot’s CTO highlighted that standards compliance, customer choice, and spectrum access are as critical as connectivity tech. The company is promoting full interoperability between terrestrial mobile networks and its LEO satellite constellation to address growing IoT requirements.

Light Reading | Sep 25 | Industry Analysis

3GPP: Defers decision on 5G-to-6G migration options at Madrid plenary

During plenary meetings in Madrid, 3GPP delayed a decision on 5G-to-6G migration after members could not agree on which options to support or how many to allow, pushing the matter to a future session.

The Fast Mode | Sep 24 | Industry Analysis

US telecom operators are moving toward trusted autonomy, combining AI, modernized IT, governance and cross-domain automation to advance Level 4 autonomous networks by 2030.

TM Forum outlines how US carriers can turn AI investment into trusted autonomous operations by modernizing legacy systems, orchestrating cross-domain workflows and strengthening governance as they target Level 4 autonomy by 2030.

Sdxcentral | Sep 23 | Industry Analysis

Samsung: NIS runs vRAN and 5G SA core on Supermicro Compact Edge Server for on-premise processing

Samsung positions its NIS to execute both vRAN and 5G Standalone core software on a Supermicro Compact Edge Server, targeting local processing and on-premise deployments.

Wired | Sep 23 | Industry Analysis

AT&T: Automates operations, retires copper landlines, and adopts DriveNets cloud software while cutting workforce

AT&T is accelerating automation across customer service, network planning/operations, and software development, decommissioning its copper landline network, and replacing hardware in thousands of central hubs with DriveNets cloud-native software. The program reduces headcount and energy use while focusing investment on fiber broadband and wireless.

Light Reading | Sep 21 | Industry Analysis

SIM-based enterprise number deployments highlight native dialer advantages across Teams, Webex, Crexendo, and Zoom

Several UCaaS providers enable mapping an enterprise number to the handset SIM, allowing calls to originate and terminate via the smartphone’s native dialer rather than an over-the-top app.

Communicationstoday | Sep 18 | Industry Analysis

TRAI: 5G network slicing QoS benchmarks contested by Jio, Airtel and Vodafone Idea

India’s major mobile operators have challenged TRAI’s proposed quality-of-service metrics for 5G network slicing, citing feasibility, measurement complexity, and operational burden. The dispute centers on enforceable KPIs for slice performance (e.g., latency, throughput, reliability) and how they would be measured and audited across live networks.

Light Reading | Sep 17 | Industry Analysis

SpaceX: Calls on FCC to retire High-Cost support under technological neutrality policy

SpaceX urged the FCC to phase out the USF High-Cost support program, arguing that the FCC’s technological neutrality stance and its policy to avoid subsidizing areas served by unsubsidized competitors mean such support should be retired.

Mobile World Live | Sep 16 | Industry Analysis

NTT Docomo & KDDI & SoftBank & Rakuten Mobile: MoU to explore improved 28 GHz mmWave 5G coverage in Japan

Japan’s four mobile network operators signed a memorandum of understanding to jointly explore technical and deployment approaches to extend 28 GHz mmWave 5G coverage despite short-range and propagation limitations.

Light Reading | Sep 16 | Industry Analysis

UK fiber operators are pushing back against Openreach pricing tactics, arguing that wholesale discounts could intensify pressure on alternative network providers.

UK alternative fiber providers are challenging Openreach’s latest pricing strategy, raising concerns that new wholesale discounts could strengthen its competitive position and make it harder for smaller network operators to win customers. The dispute highlights growing tension over pricing, market structure and long-term competition in the UK fiber sector.

Light Reading | Sep 15 | Industry Analysis

Operators set to deploy 6G using the same spectrum, hardware, and vendors as 5G

Industry reporting indicates operators plan to introduce 6G primarily via software-led upgrades on existing 5G spectrum and RAN infrastructure, maintaining current vendor relationships rather than pursuing new hardware or spectrum strategies.

Chosun | Sep 15 | Industry Analysis

SK Telecom proposes an RCS-based global standard that lets users review and approve AI agent purchases and payments through a separate trusted messaging channel.

SK Telecom has proposed using RCS as a user-controlled approval layer for transactions initiated by AI agents. The approach would allow users to review order details, payment amounts and product information before authorizing an AI-driven transaction, strengthening trust and user control as agentic AI expands.

Light Reading | Sep 14 | Industry Analysis

SpaceX: Plans Starlink mobile satellite services for H1 2028; explores terrestrial network options

SpaceX CFO Bret Johnsen stated that Starlink aims to launch mobile satellite services in the first half of 2028 and is considering options for a terrestrial network.

Reuters | Sep 13 | Industry Analysis

Australian Government: To bolster resilience of telecom networks after Optus outage

The Australian Government indicated plans to strengthen telecom network resilience and outage response following an Optus service disruption.

Mobile World Live | Sep 11 | Industry Analysis

AT&T Business: Survey finds most US enterprises miss third-party disruptions until operations are affected

Research from Economist Enterprise supported by AT&T Business reports that nine in ten mid-sized and large US enterprises fail to detect third-party or supply chain disruptions until after operational impact. The study highlights resilience gaps at the intersection of network connections, vendor systems, and rapid digital deployments, based on a survey of 1,020 senior technology and operations executives.

Fierce Network | Sep 8 | Industry Analysis

A new study examines Nokia’s AI-RAN spectral efficiency claims, finding the strongest gains are likely at dense, high-traffic sites where GPU economics are most favorable.

A Chetan Sharma Consulting study commissioned by Nokia assesses where GPU-based AI-RAN can deliver the greatest network and economic value. It finds that Nokia’s projected spectral efficiency gains depend on specific conditions, with dense, heavily loaded sites offering the strongest opportunity, while ASIC-based platforms may remain more suitable elsewhere.

Economic Times | Sep 8 | Industry Analysis

Deutsche Telekom, Orange, Vodafone & Telefónica: Explore consortium bid for EU satellite spectrum

Four major European operators are evaluating formation of a joint consortium to bid for satellite spectrum at the EU level.

Economic Times | Sep 8 | Industry Analysis

Jio: Targets 4–4.8 Tbps India LEO capacity via 30–32 satellites with 100–150 Gbps per-satellite throughput

Jio plans a LEO constellation over India comprising 30–32 satellites, each expected to deliver 100–150 Gbps, for an aggregate capacity of 4–4.8 Tbps—the highest proposed among LEO plans for the country. By comparison, Starlink is approved for 600 Gbps and Amazon’s LEO application targets 3 Tbps over India.

Thehindu | Sep 5 | Industry Analysis

Telecom executives say 5G’s larger opportunity lies in industrial automation, where private networks, edge computing and connected systems can drive enterprise transformation.

Industry leaders see 5G’s next phase of growth moving beyond consumer connectivity toward industrial automation. Private 5G, edge computing, IoT and AI-enabled systems are expected to support use cases across manufacturing, logistics, utilities and other enterprise environments where reliable, low-latency connectivity is critical.

Mobile World Live | Sep 4 | Industry Analysis

Cosmote Telekom: Rebrands to Telekom in Greece, adopting Deutsche Telekom’s Magenta identity

Cosmote Telekom is rebranding to Telekom across Greece, aligning with Deutsche Telekom’s consumer brand and Magenta color scheme. The rollout will be gradual nationwide, highlighted by a communications campaign starting on 8 September. Ownership context: Cosmote is part of OTE Group, 55% owned by Deutsche Telekom.

Light Reading | Sep 3 | Industry Analysis

NTIA: Guidance directs leftover BEAD funding to additional BEAD bidding; other uses to be addressed in later guidance

The National Telecommunications and Information Administration issued guidance stating that remaining BEAD funds will be applied to further BEAD bidding, with potential alternative uses to be defined in subsequent guidance.

Lightwaveonline | Sep 3 | Industry Analysis

Verizon: Announces multi-billion-dollar agreements to expand fiber manufacturing and network infrastructure

Verizon, alongside Meta and Amazon, disclosed commitments to increase fiber cable manufacturing capacity and accelerate network infrastructure deployment through multi-billion-dollar agreements.

Light Reading | Sep 2 | Industry Analysis

India is evaluating whether to replace legacy Chinese telecom equipment from Huawei and ZTE over national security concerns, potentially reshaping operator networks.

India’s Department of Telecommunications is gathering information from operators on legacy Chinese equipment and the potential cost of replacing it. The review focuses on gear deployed before trusted-source rules took effect, with Bharti Airtel, Vodafone Idea and BSNL among operators that have historically used Huawei or ZTE equipment.

Mobile World Live | Sep 2 | Industry Analysis

Telstra: External review confirms timing system event caused Australia-wide mobile outage

Telstra released findings from an external review by Technology Audit Partners (TAP) confirming a technical event within its network timing system triggered a country-wide mobile outage impacting voice, messaging, and data services. The conclusions align with Telstra’s initial account from 8 July.

Light Reading | Sep 1 | Industry Analysis

AT&T: Sues Charter over 'fiber-powered' claims for HFC broadband advertising

AT&T filed a lawsuit asserting that Charter’s use of 'fiber-powered' to market broadband delivered over HFC networks constitutes false advertising that misleads consumers. The filing follows a prior ruling by an advertising watchdog on similar claims.

Light Reading | Sep 29 | Partnership

AT&T: Signs multi-year $3B+ fiber supply agreement with Corning to support network expansion

AT&T entered a multi-year agreement exceeding $3 billion with Corning, under which Corning will supply optical fiber and cable required for AT&T’s network expansion.

Mobile World Live | Sep 29 | Partnership

Komatsu: Expands Komtrax telematics and remote monitoring in Saudi Arabia with NTT Docomo Business and STC Group

Komatsu launched its Komtrax telematics and remote monitoring system in Saudi Arabia, leveraging equipment and expertise from NTT Docomo Business and STC Group to capture operational data from construction machinery for improved visibility of equipment usage.

The Fast Mode | Sep 29 | Partnership

Vodafone & Digital Virgo: Partner to support enterprise distribution, payments and monetisation services

Vodafone and Digital Virgo announced a partnership to provide enterprises with distribution, payments, and monetisation support using Digital Virgo’s platforms through Vodafone channels.

Automation | Sep 29 | Partnership

Particle by Digi’s M635e gains Skylo certification, combining LTE-M, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and satellite NTN connectivity for global industrial IoT deployments.

Particle by Digi’s M635e IIoT device has achieved Skylo certification, enabling validated satellite NTN connectivity alongside global LTE-M, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. The device can automatically fall back to satellite when cellular coverage is unavailable, helping industrial IoT deployments maintain connectivity across remote and hard-to-reach locations.

Telecompaper | Sep 28 | Partnership

Onivia: Signs MVNO deal with Vodafone Spain to add mobile to wholesale portfolio

Onivia will operate as an MVNO on Vodafone Spain’s mobile network, adding mobile telephony to its wholesale catalogue and enabling ISPs/operators to package fibre and mobile into convergent offers.

The Fast Mode | Sep 27 | Partnership

Síminn & Comarch: Sign agreement to modernize digital service launch and delivery across mobile, broadband, and TV

Síminn signed a new agreement with Comarch Communications to upgrade the systems and processes used to launch and deliver digital services across its mobile, broadband, and TV offerings in Iceland, extending an existing collaboration.

Mobile World Live | Sep 22 | Partnership

AT&T: Leases 55 3.45GHz licenses across 25 US markets from N Squared II; to deploy on existing radios

AT&T executed a spectrum manager lease with N Squared II to access 55 3.45GHz licenses across roughly 25 markets in about a dozen US states via subsidiaries New Cingular Wireless PCS and AT&T Mobility Spectrum. The company plans to activate the spectrum using radios already installed at existing cell sites to add mid-band capacity.

The Fast Mode | Sep 21 | Partnership

Orange: Hosts new low Earth orbit gateway at Bercenay-en-Othe teleport in France

Orange International Networks is hosting a low Earth orbit satellite gateway at its Bercenay-en-Othe teleport in France under a new partnership, expanding LEO ground infrastructure and backhaul capacity.

Light Reading | Sep 21 | Partnership

SES: Signs multi-year deal to distribute JioStar TV channels across India and the Indian sub-continent via IS-20

SES entered a multi-year agreement to provide satellite distribution services for JioStar’s TV channel lineup across India and the wider Indian sub-continent using the IS-20 satellite.

Economic Times | Sep 21 | Partnership

T-Mobile: Announces 5G Standalone roaming with Jio using Syniverse platform

T-Mobile and Reliance Jio completed a 5G Standalone roaming connection leveraging Syniverse’s connectivity platform, enabling international 5G SA roaming with higher speeds, lower latency, and more reliable interworking.

Mobile World Live | Sep 14 | Partnership

Space42 & Viasat: Commit $1B to establish Equatys shared infrastructure joint venture

Space42 and Viasat signed a binding agreement to form Equatys and committed $1 billion to the shared infrastructure platform, announced at World Space Business Week in Paris; follows plans disclosed in September 2025.

Baltimoreravens | Sep 11 | Partnership

Xfinity & Baltimore Ravens: WiFi partnership and naming rights for Xfinity FlockYard at M&T Bank Stadium

Xfinity becomes the Baltimore Ravens’ WiFi partner, securing naming rights to the outside-the-stadium Xfinity FlockYard at M&T Bank Stadium. Connectivity is delivered via Xfinity WiFi backed by enterprise-grade Comcast Business infrastructure; partnership extends to title sponsorships for Kickoff Week, the high school Rising Stars Relay, and the Ravens Wired series.

Mobile World Live | Sep 9 | Partnership

AT&T: Partners with Amazon Project Kuiper to bundle LEO satellite with fiber and 5G for managed enterprise/public sector connectivity

AT&T Business will integrate Amazon’s Project Kuiper LEO satellite service with its existing fiber and 5G networks, offering a fully managed, single-bill solution to enterprise and public sector customers in the United States. AT&T will supply and manage the necessary equipment and provide 24/7 support.

Developingtelecoms | Sep 9 | Partnership

Vodafone & Digicel: Agree tower site access partnership for equipment co-location

Vodafone and Digicel entered a partnership allowing each to install equipment on suitable tower sites owned by the other, enabling passive infrastructure sharing and co-location.

Mobile World Live | Sep 8 | Partnership

Freshwave & VMO2: Deploy 4G/5G small cells in Canterbury, United Kingdom

Freshwave expanded its urban small cell program with VMO2 by installing four 4G/5G-compatible small cells in Canterbury city centre to enhance VMO2 user experience in busy areas. The deployment uses discreet equipment to limit visual impact in the historic environment.

Mobile World Live | Sep 8 | Partnership

Verizon & Corning: Sign multi-billion-dollar fiber supply deal for 80M+ miles (2027–2032) to support broadband and AI hyperscaler demand

Verizon and Corning entered a multi-year agreement (2027–2032) for more than 80 million miles of high-density optical fiber and connectivity products. The deal secures long-term fiber supply to expand consumer broadband and converged services and to meet rising backhaul and interconnect needs driven by AI hyperscalers.

Telecomtalk | Sep 27 | Security Update

Bharti Airtel: Safe Network blocked over 1.62 million malicious links across SMS, messaging, email, and browser redirects

Bharti Airtel reported its Safe Network blocked more than 1.62 million malicious links targeting mobile users via SMS, OTT messaging apps, email, and browser redirects, indicating expanded network-level filtering against phishing and malware.

Hackread | Sep 26 | Security Update

Researchers unveil 5G-Shark, an attack technique that can lure phones onto rogue 5G cells without jamming, exposing identifiers and enabling network downgrades.

5G-Shark exploits standard cell-reselection behavior to attract nearby smartphones to a rogue base station without disrupting the legitimate network. Researchers demonstrated that the technique can collect temporary or permanent subscriber identifiers, force devices onto older network generations and trigger service disruptions, highlighting security gaps that can arise before network authentication is completed.

Light Reading | Sep 22 | Spectrum Policy

WCRN: Seeks FCC approval for voluntary 5G Broadcast deployment by low-power TV stations

Companies affiliated with WCRN, a Boston low-power TV station, petitioned the FCC to permit 5G Broadcast deployment by LPTV operators on a voluntary, elective basis across the United States.

Satelliteprome | Sep 22 | Spectrum Policy

United Arab Emirates: Moves Upper 6 GHz spectrum from trials to commercial deployment by H2 2026

The United Arab Emirates is transitioning the Upper 6 GHz (U6GHz) band from trial status to commercial use, with initial rollout targeted for the second half of 2026.

Mobile World Live | Sep 21 | Spectrum Policy

US Office of Management and Budget (OMB): Overhauls federal spectrum repurposing process to accelerate 6G auction timelines

OMB issued a memorandum reforming interagency procedures to speed the identification and repurposing of federal spectrum for 6G auctions. A Department of War official highlighted the difficulty of freeing large contiguous bands while safeguarding national security operations.

Light Reading | Sep 17 | Spectrum Policy

Verizon: Applies for experimental 4 GHz spectrum license to demo 5G sensing with Ericsson and Samsung as a precursor to 6G

Verizon filed for an experimental license in the United States to use part of the 4 GHz band for 5G sensing demonstrations in collaboration with Ericsson and Samsung, characterizing the effort as groundwork for 6G.

Light Reading | Sep 17 | Spectrum Policy

ITU: WRC-27 to address spectrum approaches for NTN and D2D following panel highlighting divergent policies

An industry panel on non-terrestrial networks (NTN) noted varying regulatory approaches to spectrum supporting early NTN and device-to-device (D2D) services. The matter is slated for consideration at the ITU World Radiocommunication Conference 2027 (WRC-27).

Economic Times | Sep 17 | Spectrum Policy

FCC: Spectrum auctions to spur competition beyond AT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile in the United States

Commissioner Brendan Carr signaled broader interest in wireless spectrum from entities outside the top three U.S. mobile carriers and said upcoming auctions are intended to enable additional entrants and competition.

Light Reading | Sep 16 | Spectrum Policy

CTIA: Urges swift repurposing of 4 GHz as prime spectrum for 6G

CTIA released a report arguing that the 4 GHz band is a prime candidate for 6G mid-band spectrum and called on U.S. policymakers to expedite repurposing of the band.

Light Reading | Sep 15 | Spectrum Policy

Dean Bubley: Warns that reversing or diluting US 6GHz band status would disrupt users and strand equipment

Analyst commentary argues that altering the current 6GHz band status in the United States would strand deployed equipment, disrupt existing users, and erode confidence in national spectrum policy.

Light Reading | Sep 11 | Spectrum Policy

Government of India: Plans 5% spectrum usage charge for satellite operators to clear path for LEO/MEO broadband rollouts

India intends to impose a 5% spectrum usage charge on satellite operators, addressing a key regulatory issue that could speed up licensing and service launches for LEO and MEO broadband in the country.

Light Reading | Sep 9 | Spectrum Policy

ATIS: Publishes Next G Alliance whitepaper on 6G spectrum needs by 2030

ATIS released a Next G Alliance whitepaper outlining recommended spectrum requirements to enable commercial 6G deployments by 2030.

Mobile World Live | Sep 9 | Spectrum Policy

FCC: Plans vote to open 12GHz and 42GHz spectrum for satellite and next-gen connectivity

The FCC will vote later this month on a Satellite Spectrum Abundance Order to unlock more than 1,000 MHz across the 12GHz and 42GHz bands, with potential to support faster satellite broadband. A second spectrum-related proposal will also be considered (details not provided).

Economic Times | Sep 9 | Spectrum Policy

Starlink, Eutelsat OneWeb & Jio Satellite Communications: Cleared to start satcom services in India

India has granted permission for Starlink, Eutelsat OneWeb, and Jio Satellite Communications to commence satellite communication services.

Light Reading | Sep 3 | Spectrum Policy

Government Accountability Office: Assesses federal broadband programs, urges FCC and NTIA to improve broadband map accuracy and BEAD sustainability

GAO evaluated federal broadband efforts and recommended that the FCC and NTIA strengthen broadband mapping data accuracy and address the long-term sustainability of the BEAD program.

Verizon | Sep 1 | Thought Leadership

Verizon: Advocates end-to-end 5G SA network slicing for mission-critical connectivity in the United States

Verizon outlines a technical position favoring standardized, end-to-end 5G Standalone network slicing over isolated physical cores for public safety and enterprise use. The company highlights use of a nationwide cloud-native 5G SA core to dynamically scale during localized traffic spikes, application-specific SLAs (latency, bandwidth, reliability), and software-defined orchestration aligned to 3GPP standards. Targeted workloads include real-time HD video, drone telemetry, and lower-latency vehicle command hubs.

Mobile World Live | Sep 28 | Mna

Poste Italiane: Lifts Telecom Italia stake to ~86% via tender offer, advancing take-private plan

Poste Italiane acquired an additional 65.7% of Telecom Italia in the second and final phase of its public tender offer, bringing its total holding to just under 86%. This adds to a prior ~20% stake obtained when it displaced Vivendi as the main shareholder. The company aims to take Telecom Italia private to support a broader restructuring and infrastructure-and-services strategy.

Light Reading | Sep 22 | Mna

Airspan: Acquires bulk of Cambium product lines and hires 135+ staff

Airspan is acquiring the bulk of Cambium Networks’ product lines and will hire more than 135 Cambium employees, following Cambium’s recent layoffs and exploration of asset sales.

Mobile World Live | Sep 3 | Mna

Deutsche Telekom: Faces activist pressure from Elliott Management to halt plan for full control of T-Mobile US

Elliott Management has built a stake in Deutsche Telekom and is urging the operator to abandon its plan to effectively take full control of T-Mobile US. The holding was described as sizeable but not disclosed; German rules require disclosure at or above 3%, per Bloomberg reporting.

Light Reading | Sep 1 | Mna

TDS Telecommunications: Completes purchase of Granite State Communications’ fiber and voice operations, adding 11,000+ New Hampshire service addresses

Closed acquisition of Granite State Communications’ fiber optic and voice assets, expanding TDS’ fiber footprint by over 11,000 service addresses in New Hampshire.

Light Reading | Sep 11 | Funding

Rightfiber: Secures $1.6B credit facility to fund network expansion and potential M&A

Rightfiber obtained a $1.6 billion credit facility to accelerate fiber network buildouts and support potential acquisitions, according to CEO Heath Simpson.

Light Reading | Sep 14 | Alliance Update

Verizon: AWS, Cisco, Intel, Keysight, MediaTek, Nvidia, Palo Alto Networks, Rohde & Schwarz, and Viavi join 6G Innovation Forum

Verizon announced new members of its 6G Innovation Forum, adding AWS, Cisco, Intel, Keysight Technologies, MediaTek, Nvidia, Palo Alto Networks, Rohde & Schwarz, and Viavi.

Light Reading | Sep 17 | Org Update

Mediacom: Appoints Gavin Throckmorton as Group VP of Mobile Strategy

Gavin Throckmorton, formerly with Charter Communications and Sprint, joins Mediacom as group VP to lead mobile strategy initiatives.

Light Reading | Sep 14 | Org Update

Crown Castle: CFO transition and COO departure announced

CFO Sunit Patel will retire next March with Kris Hinson named as successor; COO Cathy Piche will depart the company.

Mobile World Live | Sep 4 | Org Update

T-Mobile US: Names Jessica Uhl CFO Designate; succession to CFO role targeted for February 2027

T-Mobile US appointed former Shell executive Jessica Uhl as CFO Designate, effective mid-September, to succeed current CFO Peter Osvaldik in February 2027. Uhl will work alongside Osvaldik through an extended handover. The move is part of long-term leadership succession planning and follows a prior one-year extension for Osvaldik to support CEO Srini Gopalan’s transition last year.

Light Reading | Sep 3 | Org Update

Deutsche Telekom: Hires AWS executive Jan Hofmeyr as CTO; CFO Christian Illek to retire

Group-level management changes: Jan Hofmeyr, formerly at Amazon Web Services, appointed Chief Technology Officer; long-serving CFO Christian Illek announced retirement.

Light Reading | Sep 1 | Org Update

Charter Communications: CFO Jessica Fischer to depart Oct 15 to join Google–Blackstone AI data center JV using Google TPUs; successor search underway

Charter’s CFO Jessica Fischer will leave on October 15 to join a newly formed Google–Blackstone AI data center joint venture that plans to leverage Google’s custom Tensor Processing Units (TPUs). Charter has initiated a search for her replacement.

Light Reading | Sep 1 | Org Update

Calix: Appoints Juergen Lindner as Chief Marketing Officer

Calix named Juergen Lindner as chief marketing officer; he previously held leadership roles at SAP, Oracle, and ServiceNow.

Light Reading | Sep 28 | Policy

Ofcom: Blocks Openreach pricing discount over competition concerns

UK regulator Ofcom blocked a specific discount within Openreach’s wholesale pricing scheme, citing risks to the development of competition and potential deterrence of rival network investment.

Light Reading | Sep 25 | Policy

CTIA & USTelecom: Obtain short-term FCC waivers allowing minor hardware changes to approved consumer routers in the United States

CTIA and USTelecom secured expedited, short-term FCC exemptions from the ban on new, foreign-made consumer routers, permitting suppliers serving their member organizations to implement minor hardware modifications to previously authorized devices without full re-approval.

Light Reading | Sep 23 | Policy

FCC: Receives push to lower broadband permit fees and shorten shot clocks; municipalities cite public safety risks

Industry groups filed comments urging the FCC to mandate lower local permitting fees and shorter approval timelines (shot clocks) for broadband deployments. Local governments opposed, arguing such preemptions could strain resources and jeopardize public safety oversight.

Light Reading | Sep 22 | Policy

The FCC has released new consumer guides showing how to enable robocall and robotext blocking tools across Apple and Google devices and major US mobile networks.

The FCC’s new step-by-step guides help consumers reduce unwanted calls and texts using built-in device protections and services from AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon, as part of its broader effort to combat illegal robocalls.

Economic Times | Sep 22 | Policy

TRAI: Mandates more affordable, flexible voice-and-SMS-only plans with shorter validity and proportional tariff reductions

TRAI directed telecom service providers to introduce lower-cost, voice-and-SMS-only plans with shorter validity options and proportional tariff cuts, targeting users who do not need bundled data services.

Communicationsdaily | Sep 21 | Policy

AT&T: Requests FCC rulemaking to permit 2W EIRP operation for 3.45 GHz devices

AT&T petitioned the FCC to initiate a rulemaking to allow 3.45 GHz devices to operate at a 2-watt EIRP power level, seeking alignment with existing mid-band power allowances to improve network performance and device interoperability.

Light Reading | Sep 21 | Policy

NCTA: Files second petition with FCC for expedited waiver on broadband routers needing minor hardware changes amid supply chain constraints

NCTA submitted a second petition to the FCC seeking an expedited waiver to permit broadband routers with minor hardware modifications, including substitutions for end-of-life components, to proceed without extended certification delays.

Light Reading | Sep 9 | Policy

Ofcom: Weighs UK mobile market rule changes; operators urge easing planning and net neutrality restrictions

Ofcom is reviewing the UK mobile market framework. Operators are calling for relaxed planning permissions and adjustments to net neutrality rules to speed infrastructure rollout and enable greater differentiation in mobile plans.

Ericsson | Sep 24 | Report

Ericsson’s 2026 Technology and Telecoms Trends report explores how AI, programmable networks, security and heterogeneous compute are shaping the intelligent fabric.

Ericsson CTO Erik Ekudden outlines four trends driving the intelligent fabric: physical AI, AI-native and quantum-resilient security, programmable networks and heterogeneous compute, with industry collaboration positioned as critical to delivering autonomous, intelligent connectivity at scale.

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Deployment Updates

Movistar deploys high-performance connectivity for San Diego Comic-Con Málaga, supporting dense crowds, event operations, digital services and reliable mobile experiences.

AT&T: Launches Turbo Live paid fast-lane mobile connectivity at stadiums; adds AI fan media and wayfinding at AT&T Stadium

Eutelsat: Trials OneWeb LEO rail connectivity on PKP Intercity routes in Poland

KT: Expands enterprise 5G with app slicing, AI-driven management/security, and 5G SA slicing in South Korea

BT Business: Supports British Transport Police drone operations with EE connectivity across UK rail network; expansion planned over two years

NTT Docomo: Begins commercial deployment of Nokia multivendor Open RAN base stations in Japan

Siemens Mobility: Demonstrates GoA4 automated train feasibility with Mireo tests in Germany

SoftBank completes a stratospheric HAPS trial in Japan, validating 4G LTE connectivity, drone links and edge computing ahead of a planned 2027 commercial launch.

Deal Wins

Iridium: Stockholders approve pending acquisition by Rocket Lab

Keppel: In talks with StarHub on potential sale of M1 in Singapore

Ericsson & Nex-Tech Wireless: 4-year deal to modernize 85% of RAN in rural Kansas and expand cloud-native core for 5G SA

Product Updates

Tarana Wireless: Targets FWA capacity gains in UK as Ofcom moves to open upper 6GHz; expands in Europe

MaxLinear: Launches Puma 9 DOCSIS 3.1/D3.1+/D4.0 CPE silicon targeting up to 50% cost reduction

Elisa: Refocuses Industriq operating model on manufacturing and critical infrastructure

India’s TakeMe2Space plans to launch an orbital computing satellite aboard a SpaceX rocket, advancing in-orbit data processing and space-based AI capabilities.

Lumen launches Intelligent Internet, giving enterprises on-demand bandwidth, digital control and flexible pricing to support changing AI, cloud and business needs.

Deutsche Telekom: Launches T-Travel eSIM platform for mobile data in 200+ destinations

John Deere: Shipping autonomous trucks with factory-fitted satellite connectivity; U.S. university reports 2 years 9 months spectrum decision delay

Cricket Wireless: Launches 5G fixed wireless access service with $45 standalone and $75 mobile bundle pricing

Nokia: AI-RAN field trials verify 20% spectral efficiency gain

GlobalLogic launches an AI-native test automation kit for 5G FWA broadband, helping operators accelerate validation, improve quality and streamline deployment workflows.

Callsign Mobile launches on MobileX’s technology platform, using its cloud-native architecture to support flexible wireless service delivery and customer experiences.

Deutsche Telekom: Integrates Codesphere into T-Cloud to enable multi-cloud application development and operations

Quectel: Unveils RG660Qx 5G module based on Qualcomm X85/X82 for FRMCS rail systems

Nokia launches a live testing hub for AI-era networks, enabling operators and enterprises to validate automation, cloud-native core, APIs and AI-driven capabilities before deployment.

O2 Business: Launches direct-to-device satellite service for UK enterprises

Reliance Jio marks its 10th anniversary with 120GB of bonus data, JioTV Pro vouchers, cloud storage, AI benefits and other rewards on its annual prepaid plan.

Vodafone Business: Launches 5G+ network slicing for enterprises in the United Kingdom

Cable One’s Carrier Services unit upgrades its wholesale ordering platform to streamline quoting, provisioning and service management for carrier and wholesale customers.

Hewlett Packard Enterprise: Delivers Wi‑Fi 7 and AI-enabled networking upgrade at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London

Industry Analysis

NVIDIA: Plans AI-RAN 6G radio unit chip as Ericsson and Nokia face 6G pushback

CableLabs: DOCSIS 4.0 certification for supplier gear is nearing completion

Business-grade Wi-Fi is moving into the consumer market, bringing stronger security, centralized management and enterprise-level performance to homes and small businesses.

Arelion: Research indicates 58% of enterprise leaders slowed or safeguarded strategic initiatives over network provider concerns

Nokia backs O-RAN E3 interfaces and dApps to expand AI-RAN capabilities, enabling real-time network applications as Ericsson maintains its rApp-focused approach.

Sateliot: Emphasizes standards-based IoT interoperability between terrestrial networks and its LEO constellation

3GPP: Defers decision on 5G-to-6G migration options at Madrid plenary

US telecom operators are moving toward trusted autonomy, combining AI, modernized IT, governance and cross-domain automation to advance Level 4 autonomous networks by 2030.

Samsung: NIS runs vRAN and 5G SA core on Supermicro Compact Edge Server for on-premise processing

AT&T: Automates operations, retires copper landlines, and adopts DriveNets cloud software while cutting workforce

SIM-based enterprise number deployments highlight native dialer advantages across Teams, Webex, Crexendo, and Zoom

TRAI: 5G network slicing QoS benchmarks contested by Jio, Airtel and Vodafone Idea

SpaceX: Calls on FCC to retire High-Cost support under technological neutrality policy

NTT Docomo & KDDI & SoftBank & Rakuten Mobile: MoU to explore improved 28 GHz mmWave 5G coverage in Japan

UK fiber operators are pushing back against Openreach pricing tactics, arguing that wholesale discounts could intensify pressure on alternative network providers.

Operators set to deploy 6G using the same spectrum, hardware, and vendors as 5G

SK Telecom proposes an RCS-based global standard that lets users review and approve AI agent purchases and payments through a separate trusted messaging channel.

SpaceX: Plans Starlink mobile satellite services for H1 2028; explores terrestrial network options

Australian Government: To bolster resilience of telecom networks after Optus outage

AT&T Business: Survey finds most US enterprises miss third-party disruptions until operations are affected

A new study examines Nokia’s AI-RAN spectral efficiency claims, finding the strongest gains are likely at dense, high-traffic sites where GPU economics are most favorable.

Deutsche Telekom, Orange, Vodafone & Telefónica: Explore consortium bid for EU satellite spectrum

Jio: Targets 4–4.8 Tbps India LEO capacity via 30–32 satellites with 100–150 Gbps per-satellite throughput

Telecom executives say 5G’s larger opportunity lies in industrial automation, where private networks, edge computing and connected systems can drive enterprise transformation.

Cosmote Telekom: Rebrands to Telekom in Greece, adopting Deutsche Telekom’s Magenta identity

NTIA: Guidance directs leftover BEAD funding to additional BEAD bidding; other uses to be addressed in later guidance

Verizon: Announces multi-billion-dollar agreements to expand fiber manufacturing and network infrastructure

India is evaluating whether to replace legacy Chinese telecom equipment from Huawei and ZTE over national security concerns, potentially reshaping operator networks.

Telstra: External review confirms timing system event caused Australia-wide mobile outage

AT&T: Sues Charter over 'fiber-powered' claims for HFC broadband advertising

Partnerships

AT&T: Signs multi-year $3B+ fiber supply agreement with Corning to support network expansion

Komatsu: Expands Komtrax telematics and remote monitoring in Saudi Arabia with NTT Docomo Business and STC Group

Vodafone & Digital Virgo: Partner to support enterprise distribution, payments and monetisation services

Particle by Digi’s M635e gains Skylo certification, combining LTE-M, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and satellite NTN connectivity for global industrial IoT deployments.

Onivia: Signs MVNO deal with Vodafone Spain to add mobile to wholesale portfolio

Síminn & Comarch: Sign agreement to modernize digital service launch and delivery across mobile, broadband, and TV

AT&T: Leases 55 3.45GHz licenses across 25 US markets from N Squared II; to deploy on existing radios