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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.

Trump’s Permitting Order: What It Means for Telecom & Broadband Deployment

Trump’s Permitting Order: What It Means for Telecom & Broadband Deployment
President Trump’s executive order to modernize environmental permitting may streamline U.S. infrastructure projects—but it notably omits telecom and broadband. Industry experts say pole attachments, state permitting rules, and access to federal lands remain critical hurdles. While the order could bring indirect benefits, real telecom reform still requires sector-specific solutions.

Airtel Acquires 400 MHz of 26 GHz mmWave 5G Spectrum from Adani to Boost mmWave Rollout

Airtel Acquires 400 MHz of 26 GHz mmWave 5G Spectrum from Adani to Boost mmWave Rollout
Airtel has acquired 400 MHz of 26 GHz mmWave spectrum from Adani Data Networks, a move that strengthens its high-speed 5G offerings in urban and enterprise zones. The deal enhances Airtel’s ability to scale fixed wireless access, industrial 5G networks, and high-bandwidth consumer services. With India’s spectrum demand surging, this acquisition underscores the critical role of efficient spectrum use and signals a new phase of telecom consolidation.

Balancing Innovation and Regulation: Global Telecom Policy in Action

Balancing Innovation and Regulation: Global Telecom Policy in Action
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 India’s record-breaking 5G rollout and 6G ambitions, to Europe’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.

Private 5G to Power Industry 4.0 and Automation in India

Private 5G to Power Industry 4.0 and Automation in India
Private 5G is poised to transform India’s telecom and industrial landscape, enabling Industry 4.0 through automation, AI, and ultra-reliable connectivity. At the 5GCongress, TRAI chief AK Lahoti and DoT’s Manish Sinha projected ₹4 lakh crore revenue for the telecom sector by 2026, highlighting private 5G’s critical role in enhancing machine-to-machine communication, operational efficiency, and real-time data exchange. Government support through spectrum allocation and Make in India initiatives further boosts industry momentum.

India’s 5G Future: Airtel FWA, Jio’s AI & 6G Plans, Vi’s User Experience Strategy

India's Telecom Industry Leverages 5G and AI to Lead Global Connectivity with 1.2 bn subscribers
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.

Bridging the Digital Divide: Are Telecom Giants Supporting SMEs?

Bridging the Digital Divide: Are Telecom Giants Supporting SMEs?
Telecom giants play a critical role in SMEs’ 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.

MWC 2025 Keynote 3: Balancing Innovation and Regulation: Global Perspectives on Telecom Policy

MWC 2025 Keynote 3: Balancing Innovation and Regulation: Global Perspectives on Telecom Policy
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 & Utility Leaders Extend Energy Efficiency Agreement for Home Internet Devices

Broadband & Utility Leaders Extend Energy Efficiency Agreement for Home Internet Devices
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.

Vodafone & MasOrange Launch FibreCo: Revolutionizing Spain’s FTTH

Vodafone & MasOrange Launch FibreCo: Revolutionizing Spain's FTTH
Vodafone Spain and MasOrange have teamed up to launch FibreCo, a joint venture transforming Spain’s fiber landscape. With 12.2 million premises covered and cutting-edge XGS-PON technology, FibreCo promises nationwide high-speed connectivity. Collaborations with Telefónica and plans for third-party investors further solidify this ambitious venture’s role in Spain’s digital future.

AT&T Launches First Device Integrating Fiber and 5G for Business Connectivity

AT&T Launches First Device Integrating Fiber and 5G for Business Connectivity
AT&T introduces the first single-box solution combining fiber and 5G for businesses, offering seamless failover to 5G during fiber outages. Launching in early 2024, this integrated gateway supports reliable, high-speed connectivity, ensuring continuous business operations with features like automatic failover, Wi-Fi 6E, and cost-effective deployment. Designed to help companies avoid productivity losses during connectivity issues, AT&T’s device is ideal for service-driven businesses with multiple locations. Learn how AT&T’s new gateway can transform your business connectivity needs.

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  • AST SpaceMobile and AT&T Get FCC OK to Test Direct-to-Satellite Cellular on FirstNet
    by Carl Weinschenk (Telecompetitor) on April 18, 2025

    AST SpaceMobile and AT&T Get FCC OK to Test Direct-to-Satellite Cellular on FirstNet The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has granted AST SpaceMobile permission to test direct-to-cellular connectivity on Band 14 spectrum, which is reserved for public safety — a request made in coordination with AT&T. The tests will be conducted on the AST SpaceMobile fleet of BlueBird satellites. The company says it “envision(s)” that it will test on select Telecompetitor

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