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Rivada Tapped for Virtual Network Operator Contract with U.S. Navy

The United States Navy has put Rivada under contract to develop and deliver Virtual Network Operator capabilities over Rivada's Outernet constellation.
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.
ESA, Telesat, and Amarisoft have successfully demonstrated the worldโ€™s first 5G Non-Terrestrial Network (NTN) link over a Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite. Using 3GPP Release 17 standards, the collaboration marks a major step in integrating terrestrial and satellite systems for seamless global connectivity. This milestone paves the way for direct-to-device communication, bridging digital divides and enabling innovative applications across industries.
VEON and Starlink are joining forces to introduce direct-to-cell satellite connectivity to Kyivstar users in Ukraine. Launching in late 2025, this collaboration brings SMS and OTT messaging capabilities to underserved regions, with voice and data services to follow. The initiative enhances Ukraine’s connectivity resilience, leveraging Starlink’s advanced satellite technology and Kyivstarโ€™s extensive telecom network.
Cumucoreโ€™s deployment of a private 5G network in post-hurricane North Carolina highlights the role of advanced connectivity solutions in disaster recovery. By leveraging satellite backhaul, CBRS, and innovative collaborations, the team restored communication in disconnected regions, supporting emergency responders and affected communities. Learn how private networks are transforming disaster response with flexibility, reliability, and user-focused design.

Award Category: Private Network Excellence in Public Safety

Winner: Cumucore

Partner: Ripsim, Mosolabs, Starlink


When Hurricane Helene struck Western North Carolina, it left behind severe physical destruction and a critical communication crisis, isolating communities from essential resources and emergency services. In response, Cumucore, in collaboration with Ripsim, Mosolabs, and Starlink, deployed a resilient and scalable private mobile network that rapidly restored essential connectivity where it was needed most. This innovative deployment earned Cumucore the 2024 TeckNexus “Private Network Excellence in Public Safety” award, recognizing their transformative use of private network technology to enhance disaster response and ensure reliable communication for affected areas during emergencies.
Telesat, a leading satellite operator, has partnered with SatixFy to develop and deliver Landing Station Baseband Units for its upcoming Lightspeed Network. These units will enable high-speed communication between Telesat’s Low Earth Orbit satellites and ground stations. The Lightspeed Network aims to provide global, high-speed, and low-latency broadband internet. The total agreement is valued at $39 million, with deliveries expected over 28 months. This partnership strengthens both companies’ positions in the satellite communication industry.
Apple is set to invest $1.1 billion in expanding satellite connectivity for iPhones through Globalstar, aiming to develop a new satellite constellation that enhances emergency services and connects users in remote locations. This expansion, including new satellites and infrastructure, highlights Appleโ€™s commitment to uninterrupted mobile services, even in cellular dead zones.
AST SpaceMobile, the innovator of space-based cellular broadband, has been awarded an initial contract with the U.S. Space Development Agency under the HALO program. This agreement opens doors for AST SpaceMobile to demonstrate its space-based communication technology in government applications, enhancing both national security and commercial connectivity.

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