Satellite & NTN

In Beyond Connectivity: The Telco to Techco Transformation, leaders from e&, KDDI, and MTN reveal how telecoms are evolving into technology-first, platform-driven companies. These digital pioneers are integrating AI, 5G, cloud, smart infrastructure, and fintech to unlock massive valueโ€”from AI-powered smart cities in Japan, to inclusive fintech platforms in Africa, and cloud-first enterprise solutions in the Middle East. This piece explores how telcos are reshaping their role in the digital economyโ€”building intelligent, scalable, and people-first tech ecosystems.
In Driving Europeโ€™s Digital Future, telecom leaders Margherita Della Valle (Vodafone), Christel Heydemann (Orange), and Tim Hรถttges (Deutsche Telekom) deliver a unified message: Europe must reform telecom regulation, invest in AI and infrastructure, and scale operations to remain globally competitive. From lagging 5G rollout to emerging AI-at-the-edge opportunities, they urge policymakers to embrace consolidation, cut red tape, and drive fair investment frameworks. Europeโ€™s path to digital sovereignty hinges on bold leadership, collaborative policy, and future-ready infrastructure.
The future of manufacturing is intelligent, autonomous, and sustainable. Powered by private 5G networks, AI, and digital twins, smart factories are revolutionizing how goods are produced and maintained. From predictive maintenance to immersive virtual twins and AI-optimized energy systems, smart manufacturing is unlocking new levels of efficiency and innovation across industriesโ€”from ports and shipyards to agriculture and healthcare.
Smart mobility is reshaping how the world moves, powered by 5G, AI, and edge computing. From autonomous vehicles and real-time logistics to AI-driven drones and connected public transport, intelligent transportation systems are redefining urban mobility, logistics, and industrial automation. As global investment and collaboration grow, the transportation industry is transforming into a $11.1 trillion smart ecosystem focused on sustainability, efficiency, and connectivity.
Satellite-mobile convergence is rapidly shifting from niche to mainstream, enabling global mobile coverage through Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN). With direct-to-device (D2D) standards now supported by 3GPP Releases 17โ€“19, traditional mobile phones can connect directly to satellites. This development has unlocked use cases in emergency response, smart agriculture, logistics, and IoTโ€”paving the way for a future where 6G, edge AI, and multi-orbit architectures redefine connectivity. Learn how telecoms, enterprises, and regulators are navigating the path to a fully connected planet.
MATRIXX Software introduces dynamic billing support for satellite and non-terrestrial network (NTN) services, enabling telecom operators to expand coverage, monetize emerging LEO partnerships, and unify revenue management. The platform supports flexible commercial models, powering growth in underserved regions and across consumer, enterprise, and wholesale markets.
Connectivity convergence is redefining the Internet of Things by integrating legacy systems, cellular, Wi-Fi, LoRaWAN, BLE, and satellite networks. From agriculture to logistics, IoT ecosystems are evolving to prioritize seamless communication, modular hardware, and intelligent data handling with edge AI. This article explores how convergence is shifting the focus from hype to practical, scalable deploymentโ€”unlocking the true potential of IoT everywhere.
Satellite and non-terrestrial networks (NTNs) are moving from fringe to foundational in the global telecom landscape. With D2D communication, enterprise IoT growth, and 90+ mobile operators already partnering with satellite providers, the market is accelerating toward a projected $30B annual value by 2035. This article explores how NTN is becoming a central pillar of the next-generation telecom infrastructure.
As billionaires like Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos dominate headlines, the evolving space race raises crucial questions: is access to space limited to the ultra-wealthy, or is the sector finally opening up to startups, academia, and public-private partnerships? This article examines the commercial space boom, emerging technologies, and the ethics of an increasingly privatized cosmos.
The telecom industry is in the midst of a major shift from โ€œtelcoโ€ to โ€œtechcoโ€, with operators investing in AI, 5G, cloud computing, and digital services to compete with tech giants like Amazon and Google. At MWC 2025, leaders from e&, KDDI, MTN, and SK Telecom discussed their AI-driven strategies, including self-healing networks, smart city infrastructure, fintech expansion, and enterprise 5G solutions. As telcos embrace AI-powered automation and cloud-based innovations, they are redefining their role in the digital economy.
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.
Dive into our in-depth coverage of MWC 2025, highlighting the latest innovations in 5G, AI, IoT, and more. Discover how industry leaders are shaping the future of technology with groundbreaking announcements and developments unveiled during the event.

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