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Telecoms networks and broadband communications

June 05, 2026 05 Jun'26
Widespread struggle to gain effective connectivity on UK trains

Study from national regulator reveals mobile performance was poor on 58% to 83% of tests carried out on UK trains
June 05, 2026 05 Jun'26
ViaTunisia subsea segment reaches ready-for-service status

Subsea cable segment connecting Marseilles in France and Bizerte in Tunisia has officially reached ready-for-service status, making leap from infrastructure design to live connectivity
June 04, 2026 04 Jun'26
AI boom creates connectivity challenge for integrators

Whitepaper from connectivity expert Altnets highlights growing infrastructure pressure, as artificial intelligence demand reshapes the future of digital economies
June 02, 2026 02 Jun'26
Direct-to-cell growth hits headwinds while 6G set for rapid uptake

Research predicts monthly active satcom users to reach over 130 million by 2031, but usage forecast to be lower than anticipated, while 6G services set to grow from 4.6 million in 2029 to 2.9 billion in 2035

June 02, 2026 02 Jun'26
Virgin Media O2 to switch on O2 Satellite for iPhone

Leading UK operator offers satellite comms links direct to leading Apple devices, initially supporting messaging and data across a range of apps
June 02, 2026 02 Jun'26
EE accelerates UK 5G+ roll-out and teams with Meta to boost mobile video

UK mobile provider activates advanced 5G connectivity at more than 25 major events and in more than 30 tourist destinations, and teams with social media giant to bring about smoother video
May 27, 2026 27 May'26
Viasat hosts first satellite-enabled phone comms in Uzbekistan

Satellite communications successfully demonstrates direct-to-device satellite connectivity in Uzbekistan for the first time, looking to position the country as a key market pioneering the progression of satellite services
May 22, 2026 22 May'26
Record fibre connections but BT posts mixed 2026 financial year

UK’s leading communications provider claims solid FY26, with highs in FTTP connections and cost control, but sees headwinds on broadband business
May 21, 2026 21 May'26
Nokia, KDDI test energy-efficient 6G base station technology

Challenger Japanese operator and comms tech provider demo intelligent 4D resource optimisation technology for base stations designed to realise sustainable 6G networks
May 21, 2026 21 May'26
Matrix NAP Info boosts Batam-Jakarta undersea corridor with 1Tbps connectivity

Optical comms tech provider sees 1Tbps per-wavelength deployment on undersea cable system, designed to position Indonesia at the forefront of next-generation digital connectivity

May 20, 2026 20 May'26
Forward rebrand brings further autonomous networking insight

Landmark launch and corporate rebrand designed to enable organisations to see full impact of network changes before making them, so they can operate safely, with confidence.
May 20, 2026 20 May'26
Ericsson and Telstra team up for Australian 6G development

Australian operator and global comms tech provider join forces on 6G development work spanning research, standards and real-world testing looking to pave way for the next era of advanced connectivity
May 18, 2026 18 May'26
Zayo Europe opens Genoa fibre network landing, interconnection hub

European fibre infrastructure provider expands Mediterranean footprint and regional Southern European network with point of presence in north of Italy
May 18, 2026 18 May'26
Colt expands network in Istanbul to support AI‑ready infrastructure

Global digital infrastructure provider expands major connectivity hub for Asia and Europe, allowing local and international users to access wider portfolio of scalable networking services
May 15, 2026 15 May'26
Fibre flourishes across Europe but performance focus shifts

Research finds that European fibre broadband is evolving out of rapid roll-out phase and into activation, but faster, more symmetrical speeds are not translating into better overall service experience
May 15, 2026 15 May'26
Singapore unveils space lab to fuel ASEAN space economy

Supported by Deloitte, the lab aims to spur adoption of space technologies in non-space sectors, connect space startups with potential investors and drive regional partnerships
May 13, 2026 13 May'26
Via Africa subsea cable project to strengthen European, African connectivity

Europe-Africa submarine cable project backed by consortium model designed to connect Europe to Africa along the Atlantic coast, enhancing the resilience and diversity of West Africa’s international connectivity
May 13, 2026 13 May'26
Implementation gap threatens progress in AI and 5G

Despite current patchy deployment of key 5G services, study finds that across regions, company sizes and markets, telecoms leaders are strikingly confident about their ability to capture the next wave of growth
May 13, 2026 13 May'26
Southeast Asia’s space economy set for $100bn lift-off

From predicting crop diseases to optimising bus routes, the application of AI and cloud technologies to satellite data could add $100bn to the region’s GDP by 2030
May 12, 2026 12 May'26
Nokia enters cognitive broadband era with agentic AI capabilities

As the telecoms industry looks to invest heavily in agentic AI, Nokia unveils a plan to tackle fibre and Wi-Fi challenges, boost user experience and increase operational efficiency
May 12, 2026 12 May'26
Space42 appoints Skylo to power D2D satellite connectivity

AI-powered SpaceTech company enlists non-terrestrial network service provider to enable standards-based D2D connectivity over Thuraya-4 geostationary satellite
May 11, 2026 11 May'26
Thousands of Essex premises to gain upgraded broadband

Latest part of £5bn ultrafast broadband development scheme sees expansion of gigabit roll-out to cover full-fibre blackspots in urban areas, as well as the countryside
May 11, 2026 11 May'26
BT scores Euro 2028 connectivity deal

UK’s leading telco appointed Official Telecommunications Partner of the UEFA European Football Championship 2028, with BT launching products and services designed for customers nationwide
May 11, 2026 11 May'26
HPE announces autonomous networking capabilities

Self-driving network capabilities added across core lines to enable secure, AI-native, fully autonomous infrastructure through networks that can detect, diagnose and resolve issues in real time without human intervention
May 08, 2026 08 May'26
GSMA: €205bn funding gap leaving Europe’s critical infrastructure at risk

The global mobile association calls on targeted regulatory reform from European governments to close the 5G funding gap by focusing on consolidation and smarter spectrum policy
May 08, 2026 08 May'26
Alkira acquisition gives Lumen cloud connectivity control plane

Acquisition to see physical infrastructure and programmable network united with cloud-native control plane to deliver a single, digital connectivity platform with cloud-to-cloud and datacentre-interconnect
May 08, 2026 08 May'26
Neos Networks, Cornerstone and StonesThro power UK sovereign edge cloud

Strategic collaboration designed to enable distributed microscale AI compute with national, resilient connectivity for critical sectors
May 08, 2026 08 May'26
Swissto12, HPS/LSS intro satellite unfurling antenna reflector

Swiss manufacturer of advanced satellite solutions collaborates with German space subsystem provider for space tech system intended enable operations of small-GEO D2D satellite
May 06, 2026 06 May'26
Extreme Connect 26: Agent ONE takes forward network AI

Network firm launches ‘smarter, faster, autonomous’ approach to enterprise networking, with its operating model moving from assistive AI to autonomous, always-on operations
May 01, 2026 01 May'26
First-quarter revenues fall but VMO2 sees brighter prospects for fiscal year

Leading UK comms operator VMO2 says financial performance for the first three months of 2026 lays foundations for full fiscal year, with targeted network investments across expanding coverage area
May 01, 2026 01 May'26
DE-CIX expands New York metro connectivity with architecture upgrades

Quad-node architecture across New York and New Jersey, expanded metro access and 400GE readiness designed to strengthen resilience in the US’s most demanding interconnection market
May 01, 2026 01 May'26
Telxius taps Synamedia Quortex Switch to support multi-CDN growth

Global connectivity provider implements Quortex Switch to boost video streaming experience for customers, reaching millions of viewers worldwide
April 30, 2026 30 Apr'26
Inseego to acquire Nokia fixed wireless access business

Comms tech giant transfers ownership of fixed wireless access business as part of journey to explore strategic options for parts of its enterprise business
April 30, 2026 30 Apr'26
EE evolves 5G strategy after major usage surge

UK’s leading mobile provider announces set of 5G+ network upgrades as it continues coverage roll-out while embarking on plan to improve overall performance at scale
April 30, 2026 30 Apr'26
HPE expands ProLiant edge network portfolio

Chassis and servers are optimised for the edge, and validated for harsh and remote environments across retail, manufacturing and national security-related deployments
April 30, 2026 30 Apr'26
T‑Mobile, Starlink aim to reinvent business internet from ground up, sky down

US 5G internet provider inks deal with leading satellite constellation to deliver broadband with ‘virtually unbreakable’ connectivity
April 29, 2026 29 Apr'26
Boldyn, EE, TfL deploy ESN infrastructure across London Underground

Neutral host provider selected to deliver 4G mobile network infrastructure to enable Emergency Services Network across London Underground, supporting delivery of a critical national comms programme
April 29, 2026 29 Apr'26
Leeds Bradford Airport takes mobile connectivity to higher altitude

Neutral host provider installs all-operator 4G mobile connectivity to English airport’s refurbished terminal and newly opened extension as an ongoing managed service, ensuring connectivity for passengers and staff
April 27, 2026 27 Apr'26
Port of Tyne advances connected mobility, autonomous logistics

Autonomous port logistics project delivering improvements in terms of real operational challenges, safety, efficiency and sustainability
April 24, 2026 24 Apr'26
Cisco advances path to quantum network with universal switch

Research prototype designed to connect quantum systems from different suppliers, in all major encoding modalities, at room temperature, over standard telecom fibre
April 24, 2026 24 Apr'26
Capital injection, acquisition further Render Networks in critical infrastructure

Critical infrastructure software platform provider gains fresh capital to accelerate sector and portfolio expansion
April 23, 2026 23 Apr'26
5G market enters selective and strategic phase of development

Research finds 5G market no longer defined simply by how many 5G networks exist, but by what those networks are becoming, shaped by ability of operators to translate technical capability into commercial value
April 23, 2026 23 Apr'26
SITA launches campus network to keep airport operations connected

Air transport industry technology provider taps networking giant to keep transport hubs connected and running smoothly, without the cost and effort of managing networks in-house
April 15, 2026 15 Apr'26
Amazon acquires Globalstar to expand satellite comms business

Strategic purchase to see satellites, radio frequency spectrum and operational expertise to enable existing Leo business to add direct-to-device services to future generations of its low Earth orbit satellite network
April 15, 2026 15 Apr'26
Cintegral taps Taara connectivity for real-time live media production

Networking service from Google Moonshot allows directors and crew members to digitally collaborate in real time during a shoot using light-based connectivity instead of relying on cable-based infrastructure
April 14, 2026 14 Apr'26
UK government accelerates autonomous vehicle development funding

Projects exploring how autonomous vehicles could benefit businesses and communities across the UK receive government backing as part of £150m CAM Pathfinder programme
April 14, 2026 14 Apr'26
SES gains altitude for in-flight connectivity with Boeing, Japan Airlines

Satellite operator claims milestone towards line-fit offer for multi-orbit connectivity, with streamlined factory installation on Boeing craft and deal with Japanese carrier
April 14, 2026 14 Apr'26
Turkey launches nationwide 5G services with ambitious domestic production targets

Country’s three mobile operators go live across all 81 provinces following $2.95bn spectrum auction, with government mandating 60% local content requirements
April 13, 2026 13 Apr'26
Sateliot launches €100m series C financing round

Barcelona-based satellite operator announces investment that will see use in financing deployment of constellation and starts selection process for a lead investor in new round expected to close in summer
April 09, 2026 09 Apr'26
Treon lands €6.8m to accelerate industrial AI innovation

AI-native smart industry tech firm claims funding will aid its mission as it enters a new era of AI-native industrial operations, strengthening its ability to scale industrial AI technologies globally