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Mobile apps and software
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July 30, 2025
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Jul'25
Apple pushes almost 30 security fixes in mobile update
Apple pushes what will likely be the last major security update to its current iPhone and iPad operating systems, fixing 29 vulnerabilities in its mobile ecosystem
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July 30, 2025
30
Jul'25
Global LEO satellite comms services spend set to hit $14.8bn in 2026
Research finds low Earth orbit satellite market hits new heights as spaced-based communications services become mainstream.
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July 30, 2025
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Jul'25
5G standalone adoption accelerates mobile core network market
Study shows growing uptake of 5G SA takes MCN market growth to 6% CAGR, with AI set to drive next wave
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July 25, 2025
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Jul'25
Orange Belgium, Proximus ink memorandum of understanding to expand Wallonia gigabit access
Belgian operators plan to join forces and deploy accessible fibre to the home, with the intended partnership to benefit nearly 1.4 million residences and businesses in more medium-low populated areas
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July 25, 2025
25
Jul'25
Software-defined vehicles drive next-gen auto architectures
Research highlights trend in automotive industry towards software-defined vehicles where functionality, user experience and monetisation opportunities are governed increasingly by software rather than hardware
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July 25, 2025
25
Jul'25
Viasat hails ‘revolution’ for global satellite IoT
Satellite communications firm launches its next-generation internet of things connectivity service, which it says is set to revolutionise global IoT capabilities with two-way messaging connectivity
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July 24, 2025
24
Jul'25
UK loses second spot in global fintech to UAE
The UK has been pushed into third spot on global fintech market size data for the first half of this year
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July 24, 2025
24
Jul'25
L4S adoption sees T-Mobile writing ‘next chapter of 5G’
US operator claims first mover advantage through 5G Advanced network offering first steps towards programmable 5G, supporting use cases such as extended reality and remote driving
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July 23, 2025
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Jul'25
CMA prepares roadmap ahead of Apple and Google SMS decision
The two major mobile ecosystems have provisionally been given Strategic Market Service status. Now the Competition and Markets Authority has set out a roadmap of measures
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July 23, 2025
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Jul'25
Partners revealed in UK’s £3.7bn connected and automated mobility sector drive
Successful projects announced in next-gen automotive feasibility programme designed to help firms demonstrate commerciality of services
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July 23, 2025
23
Jul'25
VodafoneThree enhances connectivity, digital learning in Wales
As part of long-term commitment to closing the digital divide in rural communities, UK operator’s digital skills initiative provides students in Wales with interactive workshops and digital devices, and delivers high-capacity mobile coverage for ...
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July 22, 2025
22
Jul'25
EE 5G standalone network ready to scale for mass usage
UK’s leading mobile comms provider reveals latest evolution of 5G network has passed a tipping point after reaching over half of the UK population
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July 22, 2025
22
Jul'25
AI-driven predictive maintenance gaining traction
Study reveals recent technological trends, including digital twin technology, IoT and edge computing, are increasingly being used in predictive maintenance and AI
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July 18, 2025
18
Jul'25
Soracom unveils Connectivity Hypervisor to expand IoT flexibility
IoT technology and services provider takes step towards intelligent connectivity management, giving deployments ‘unprecedented’ flexibility and control over cellular connectivity
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July 18, 2025
18
Jul'25
Sizewell C deploys VodafoneThree dedicated 5G
UK operator inks strategic agreement as a tier one contractor for currently underway nuclear power station project deploying dedicated 5G masts and fibre installations, ensuring Wi-Fi, LAN and WAN connectivity
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July 18, 2025
18
Jul'25
European 5G suffers from fragmentation, two-speed competitiveness
Carrot-and-stick mix of spectrum management, subsidies and coverage obligations sees Northern and Southern territories lead in European 5G availability
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July 17, 2025
17
Jul'25
UK government-funded mobile mast upgrades mark milestone in Wales
Latest development in £1.3bn mobile upgrade scheme sees upgrade of existing mobile masts which previously only connected EE customers and anyone making 999 calls
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July 15, 2025
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Jul'25
Memphis Light, Gas and Water deploys private 5G for grid modernisation
Collaboration said to mark a milestone in building a smarter, more resilient and future-ready utility infrastructure with private 5G wireless network to modernise comms, cyber defence and operations
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July 15, 2025
15
Jul'25
SailGP unfurls private, public 5G connectivity across UK event sites
Leading UK operator and comms tech provider forge partnership with global racing championship that will see its 5G Standalone network slicing capabilities deliver real-time communications, telemetry and live video
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July 15, 2025
15
Jul'25
Enhanced mobile connectivity takes flight at Manchester Airport
Passengers to UK’s third busiest airport now served by enhanced indoor wireless network coverage and capacity, especially when the outdoor signal from cell towers doesn’t effectively penetrate into buildings
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July 15, 2025
15
Jul'25
UK government adds funding for connected and automated mobility
Funding added for UK connected and automated mobility pathfinder programme that addresses the challenges of bringing CAM vehicles to market
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July 14, 2025
14
Jul'25
Potential £230bn boost from improved UK mobile coverage
Economic study calls for UK government to support acceleration in investment in mobile networks through reforming planning laws and significantly increasing the availability of spectrum for operators to reap huge financial rewards
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July 14, 2025
14
Jul'25
Nokia network APIs available on Google Cloud Marketplace
Comms tech provider’s applications programming interface now available on Marketplace, specifically quality of service on demand, number verification and device location verification
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July 11, 2025
11
Jul'25
London Underground expands 4G, 5G coverage
More sections of the Tube gain high-speed mobile coverage as roll-out of 4G and 5G continues along further stretches of the Northern, Piccadilly and Victoria lines
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July 11, 2025
11
Jul'25
European 5G landscape “on a rollercoaster”
Research finds impact of spectrum availability across Europe leading to disparity of 5G download speeds with increases in the use of the 3.5GHz spectrum strongly correlating with faster 5G downloads
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July 10, 2025
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Jul'25
AI-RAN Alliance draws more than 100 members in first year
Global consortium aiming to accelerate the integration of artificial intelligence into radio access networks passes milestone over the course of first 12 months and adds leading European telco to its ranks
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July 09, 2025
09
Jul'25
Fleet-wide Starlink Wi-Fi takes off at Virgin Atlantic
Elon Musk-led satellite operator engaged to provide leading UK airline with ‘the fastest, most reliable connectivity in the sky’ with ‘no-charge’ streaming quality and gate-to-gate connectivity in all cabins
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July 09, 2025
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Jul'25
Mini gets into gear with Transatel to drive connected car services
NTT subsidiary teams up with BMW Group division to enable connected car services for vehicles across 27 countries in Europe and deliver a more connected automotive ecosystem
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July 09, 2025
09
Jul'25
Ofcom: use comms regulation to drive innovation
As it looks to boost British business by achieving its ambitions in connectivity, UK comms regulator outlines three key areas to prioritise
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July 08, 2025
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Jul'25
UK among worst performers in Europe for fundamental 5G metrics
Study from mobile network testing firm uncovers gaps in UK 5G performance compared with European leaders, with ‘significant’ disparity between theoretical population coverage and the daily reality for millions of users
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July 08, 2025
08
Jul'25
Vodafone sees Glastonbury mobile data traffic usage rise 25%
Official connectivity partner of the UK’s leading music festival reveals massive year-on-year uptick in mobile data traffic, and strong demand for official app and embedded subscriber identity module offer
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July 07, 2025
07
Jul'25
Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison, Nokia reduce energy demand and support AI comms
Comms tech provider’s autonomous networks portfolio deployed to enable Asian operator to shut idle and unused radio equipment automatically during low network demand periods
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July 07, 2025
07
Jul'25
Zopa to embed into Manchester’s tech ecosystem
Challenger bank Zopa plans to eventually have 500 staff in its Manchester office, which will launch next month
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July 07, 2025
07
Jul'25
Boldyn Networks accelerates vision with new CEO, Smart Mobile Labs rebrand
Leading neutral host provider bolsters European presence with new European leadership structure including CEO and CTO, as well as integration of Smart Mobile Labs under core banner
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July 04, 2025
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Jul'25
O2 boosts 4G, 5G network capacity
Ahead of the forthcoming holiday rush this summer, leading UK operator announces mobile upgrades in over 13,000 Scottish postcodes
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July 04, 2025
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Jul'25
Boost for European space sovereignty as Open Cosmos gets Connected
Open Cosmos acquires Portuguese startup Connected to offer affordable, standardised IoT services from space, with the firm claiming a 100% mission success rate in orbit across all its satellite missions
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July 04, 2025
04
Jul'25
NHS to be ‘digital by default’
Single Patient Records, a digitally enabled neighbourhood health service, and the NHS App becoming a ‘doctor in your pocket’ are all part of the government’s 10-year plan for the NHS
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July 04, 2025
04
Jul'25
Orange France, Samsung establish vRAN, Open RAN first pilot
Samsung and Orange France partner to progress open radio access network tech from lab to field, further exploring the performance maturity and operational effectiveness of open, virtualised RAN
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July 03, 2025
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Jul'25
Glastonbury hits higher note for mobile performance
Data from mobile network performance analyst shows mobile quality at UK’s leading music festival rising across the board each year, but with much variance between individual operators
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July 03, 2025
03
Jul'25
VodafoneThree and Currys ink exclusive multiyear partnership
Newly merged telco seals exclusive multiyear partnership with UK omnichannel retailer of technology products and services to become its sole mobile network operator and expand mobile broadband
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July 03, 2025
03
Jul'25
Space comms reaches commercialisation inflection point
Study finds satellite communications industry gaining altitude with commercialisation increasing apace, especially in enterprise IoT
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July 02, 2025
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Jul'25
Google fixes type confusion flaw in Chrome browser
An actively exploited type confusion vulnerability in the Google Chrome web browser needs immediate attention from users
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July 02, 2025
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Jul'25
Digital Catapult claims milestone in UK advanced connectivity landscape
Deep tech innovation organisation awarded accreditation as the UK’s only European Open Testing and Integration Centre.
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July 02, 2025
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Jul'25
Ericsson recommits to UK 6G research programme
Global tech provider offers commitment to UK government in driving research and playing an active role in shaping the technologies and standards that will define 6G
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July 02, 2025
02
Jul'25
GlobalLogic, Volvo Cars drive future of automotive mobility
Partnership to take advantage of global delivery engine, deep industry expertise and scalable distributed model to design and build software-upgradable applications across connected vehicle’s entire lifecycle
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July 02, 2025
02
Jul'25
Virgin Media O2 boosts mobile network through Vodafone spectrum acquisition
Details released of spectrum transfer agreement between leading UK telcos, which is expected to materially enhance Virgin Media O2’s network position and improve connectivity experience of businesses across the country
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June 30, 2025
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Jun'25
Government launches Gov.uk App
The public beta version of the app will allow users to access government services on their phones, based on their needs and interests
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June 26, 2025
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Jun'25
Next phase of fintech reflected in strong financials, says World Economic Forum
Digital-powered finance firms might not be growing their customer base as fast as the immediate post-pandemic period, but revenue and profits are strong
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June 26, 2025
26
Jun'25
UK rail network gets on track for enhanced connectivity
Partnership between UK rail infrastructure provider and communications firm aims to boost 4G/5G connectivity on trains and in stations, tackle signal blackspots in tunnels, and pave the way for train performance improvements across Britain
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June 26, 2025
26
Jun'25
Aviva Stadium upgrades 5G infrastructure
Ireland’s premier sporting venue upgrades communications infrastructure to offer 5G capability claiming to have improved significantly mobile performance, coverage and capacity