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COAI Backs MeitY on OTT Spam Regulation and Cybersecurity

COAI Backs MeitY on OTT Spam Regulation and Cybersecurity

COAI has endorsed MeitY's move to address spam and scam communication from OTT apps. While telecom operators follow strict UCC rules, OTT platforms remain loosely regulated. COAI is advocating for uniform cybersecurity standards and clear regulatory roles to ensure user safety, particularly with emerging threats like steganography.

AI Pulse: Telecom’s New Frontier

AI Pulse: Telecom's New Frontier - TeckNexus Magazine
AI Pulse: Telecom’s Next Frontier is a definitive guide to how AI is reshaping the telecom landscape — strategically, structurally, and commercially. Spanning over 130 pages, this MWC 2025 special edition explores AI’s growing maturity in telecom, offering a comprehensive look at the technologies and trends driving transformation.

Explore strategic AI pillars—from AI Ops and Edge AI to LLMs, AI-as-a-Service, and governance—and learn how telcos are building AI-native architectures and monetization models. Discover insights from 30+ global CxOs, unpacking shifts in leadership thinking around purpose, innovation, and competitive advantage.

The edition also examines connected industries at the intersection of Private 5G, AI, and Satellite—fueling transformation in smart manufacturing, mobility, fintech, ports, sports, and more. From fan engagement to digital finance, from smart cities to the industrial metaverse, this is the roadmap to telecom’s next era—where intelligence is the new infrastructure, and telcos become the enablers of everything connected.

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.

DoT Launches 5G Innovation Hackathon 2025 to Boost 5G Solutions

DoT Launches 5G Innovation Hackathon 2025 to Boost 5G Solutions
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has announced the 5G Innovation Hackathon 2025, a six-month competition to drive 5G-powered solutions across industries. Open to students, startups, and professionals, the hackathon will focus on AI, IoT, smart cities, and next-gen connectivity innovations. Participants will receive funding, mentorship, and access to 100+ 5G Use Case Labs. Winners will showcase their solutions at India Mobile Congress 2025.

India Approves Spectrum Refarming to Boost 5G and 6G Rollout

FCC Begins Review of Decades-Old Spectrum Sharing Rules to Unleash the Power of Space Innovation
India approves 687 MHz of spectrum refarming to accelerate 5G rollout and lay the foundation for 6G services. This move increases total telecom spectrum to 1,587 MHz and addresses growing demands for mobile broadband, boosting innovations in edge computing and IoT while supporting telecom operators like Jio, Airtel, and Vodafone Idea.

Indian Telcos Push for OTT App Regulation Amid Calls for Level Playing Field

Indian Telcos Push for OTT App Regulation Amid Calls for Level Playing Field
Indian telecom operators are pushing for regulation of over-the-top (OTT) communication apps like WhatsApp, Telegram, and Signal, arguing that the current regulatory framework is unfairly skewed. While telcos are subject to strict regulations and fees, OTT platforms operate with minimal oversight, despite offering similar services. This disparity has led to calls for a level playing field, with proposals including bringing OTT apps under telecom regulations and introducing a PAN-India single license for telcos. The debate also touches on net neutrality concerns and the potential impact on consumers and businesses, as any regulatory changes could affect the cost, availability, and innovation of communication services.

The Symphony of Deploying Private 5G Networks in India

THE SYMPHONY OF DEPLOYING PRIVATE 5G NETWORKS IN INDIA
India’s diverse sectors are composing unique 5G symphonies with private networks. This article explores industry-specific adoption of private 5G, key players, and strategic steps for seamless deployment. Address cost challenges, spectrum issues, and essential security measures to ensure a successful transition to private 5G networks.

DoT Testing Drones & Balloons for 5G Emergency Connectivity

DoT Testing Drones & Balloons for 5G Emergency Connectivity
The government believes that using drones and balloons for telecom connectivity is a much more convenient option during disasters as compared to setting up new mobile sites.

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