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June 19, 2026 19 Jun'26
4G persists as 5G availability and usage gap widens across Europe

Research reveals that the vast majority of Europe’s connectivity is still over 4G, and while the performance uplift of 5G Standalone is real, deployment in the region is localised to just 11 networks
June 19, 2026 19 Jun'26
Keysight’s chief technologist on the path to 6G

Balaji Raghothaman, Keysight’s chief technologist for 6G, discusses what it takes for the telecoms industry to move to 6G, from supporting AI workloads to integrating with satellites connectivity and driving enterprise use cases
June 18, 2026 18 Jun'26
F1 Japanese Grand Prix podiums with 5G SA and mmWave use cases

Ericsson and SoftBank reveal Formula One success in balancing diverse communication services on a single 5G network through the convergence of network slicing and mmWave
June 17, 2026 17 Jun'26
Uplink traffic gains momentum as 5G subscriptions top three billion

Research from Ericsson counts 162 million new 5G subscriptions in the first quarter of 2026, bringing the total to 3.1 billion, with steadily growing service offerings based on 5G SA network slicing

June 17, 2026 17 Jun'26
Motorola Solutions looks to boost public safety with expanded Assist AI

Tech firm rolls out mission-critical AI for public safety use cases to reduce administrative burden and accelerate incident response
June 17, 2026 17 Jun'26
KDDI inks Aeris IoT accelerator connectivity management agreement

Contract will see internet of things accelerator platform deliver unified global IoT solutions for automotive manufacturers and utilities, allowing scale without complexity and providing agentic AI capability
June 15, 2026 15 Jun'26
More than 2,000 global organisations deploy private mobile networks

Private mobile network sector continues to show growth in enterprise LTE and 5G customer deployments, with research showing 2,003 organisations deploying networks with a contract value above €100,000 across 88 countries by end of Q1 26
June 15, 2026 15 Jun'26
Boldyn enhances transport communications for TfL, BART

Global neutral host provider updates major transport projects in the US and UK with free Wi‑Fi at four additional stations in US, while London Underground sees new 4G, 5G connections to tunnels, key stations and major hubs
June 15, 2026 15 Jun'26
FCC gives assist to World Cup nets as Virgin Media O2 warns of broadband surge

US comms and broadcast regulator reveals role in supporting World Cup network infrastructure, while leading UK operator warns of broadband and mobile network surges
June 15, 2026 15 Jun'26
European Union unveils €8m 6G smart networks security project

‘Landmark’ project brings together 19 international partners across industry, academia and SMEs, designed to shape future European 6G network architecture

June 11, 2026 11 Jun'26
Telefónica and Halotech drive smart industrial safety with IoT and AI

Firms unite to offer advanced industrial safety solutions, combining IoT connectivity with AI-powered sensors, to anticipate risk situations
June 11, 2026 11 Jun'26
Finland, Sweden strengthen joint 6G programme

Finnish, Swedish researchers team to make 6G communication networks more capable, robust, secure and trusted through a programme offering a foundation for stable societies
June 11, 2026 11 Jun'26
Motive AI Coach connected vehicle tech drives into UK

Connected vehicle solution deploys AI to deliver high-impact, personalised video feedback at scale, dynamically tailoring each script to drivers’ needs
June 11, 2026 11 Jun'26
Wi-Fi 7 gains ground but advanced Wi-Fi standards lag in Europe

Study reveals wireless internet market in flux with Wi-Fi 4 in rapid decline, Wi-Fi 6 the net recipient, and Wi-Fi 7 beginning to scale but only in the most advanced markets
June 10, 2026 10 Jun'26
London not calling as planning regs mar mobile development

The UK capital is losing mobile coverage in some of its busiest areas as operators are being forced to close cell sites faster than replacements can be secured
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 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
Vision 26: Motive offers vision of new era of physical AI operations

New products aim to shift operational burden from people to technology, automating ‘busy work’ so fleets can prioritise strategic safety, productivity and profitability
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 26, 2026 26 May'26
Ignite, OST drive to solve autonomous vehicle challenges with AI

Collaboration aims to tackle one of autonomous vehicle industry’s biggest challenges, namely proving how systems make independent decisions as the sector moves towards higher levels of autonomy
May 21, 2026 21 May'26
Stellantis drives Qualcomm partnership beyond cockpit and connectivity

Car giant to use digital chassis solutions to support advanced, unified compute power across the entire vehicles, including cockpit, connectivity and advanced driver assist systems
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 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 19, 2026 19 May'26
Ericsson, Net Feasa deliver maritime connectivity with 4G, 5G, agentic AI

Partnership looks to provide the maritime industry with reliable, secure connectivity, integrated with agentic AI-driven tech in use cases including reefer monitoring, dangerous goods handling and early heat detection
May 19, 2026 19 May'26
Ford accelerates European business with new models and in-vehicle smart tech

Car giant revs up European product and services roll-out tailored to customers’ unique demands, including expanding its line-up and connected services that turn vehicle data into measurable productivity gains
May 15, 2026 15 May'26
Ericsson elevates wireless WAN from failover to foundational

Adapter with wireless wide area network orchestration said to be able to deliver enhanced resiliency and simplified wireless operations at scale for modern distributed enterprises
May 14, 2026 14 May'26
Cisco, USGA set to drive golf into the AI era

IT and networking giant continues as official technology partner of United States Golf Association to bring next-gen connectivity, in particular AI networking, for 2026 championships
May 13, 2026 13 May'26
Software-defined vehicles enter era of AI-driven value creation

Survey shows smart diagnostics and predictive maintenance emerging as top use cases for AI in software-defined vehicles industry, but expected monetisation yet to materialise
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 12, 2026 12 May'26
Vodafone to offer 5G fixed wireless access in the UK

UK provider introduces 5G-based wireless broadband to deliver full-fibre-like speeds to a further 3.7 million homes across the country, especially areas and customers traditionally underserved by high-speed comms
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 12, 2026 12 May'26
Interview: Alwin Bakkenes, head of software engineering, Volvo Cars

As cars become increasingly software-driven and AI-enabled, the Volvo software chief is at the cutting edge of connected vehicles and advanced mobility tools for drivers and passengers
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 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
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 07, 2026 07 May'26
Extreme Connect 26: Wi-Fi 7 line aims to address needs of 6GHz era

Wi-Fi 7 access points designed to provide reliable, high-speed connectivity and key deployment made at University of Florida arena
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
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
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 30, 2026 30 Apr'26
UK businesses being held back by growing ‘complexity trap’

Research from O2 Business finds that rising technology and operational demands are undermining confidence in long-term growth
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 24, 2026 24 Apr'26
Eseye boosts global IoT resilience with SGP.32 eSIM orchestration

Internet of things connectivity provider combines SGP.32 remote provisioning with multi-IMSI, intelligent fallback and managed eSIM orchestration to ensure resilient global IoT connectivity
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
Freshwave claims next evolution of 5G indoor mobile

In a claimed UK market first, a service powered by Ericsson’s Radio Dot System will offer all-operator 4G/5G signal indoors, with central London location already live
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 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