Mobile networks
Mobile networks are increasingly being used for data communications and as such become a key consideration for IT managers. As smartphones become a vital business tool, the strategies of key players such as Vodafone, O2, Orange, T-Mobile and Three have ever greater relevance for IT strategy. As the mobile world starts to move from 3G and HSDPA networks to 4G and LTE, we look at the implications and opportunities for enterprise IT strategy.
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News
19 Jun 2026
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 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
19 Jun 2026
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 Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, Informa TechTarget
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23 Jun 2026
Blue Planet, Telefónica unveil AI-powered 5G slicing design proof of concept
German telco joins forces with optical tech provider on joint proof of concept demonstrating how AI agents can support the design and fulfilment of 5G network slicing services, reducing complex service design tasks Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
22 Jun 2026
VodafoneThree extends CityFibre partnership to support broadband services
Leading independent broadband provider secures new mobile network transmission contract to reach 5G Standalone ambitions supporting retail services, enabling greater capacity, faster speeds and new retail products Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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22 Jun 2026
Ericsson and unveils national 5G, 6G, AI test centre in Sweden
Global comms tech provider invests more than SEK 300m to create ‘unique’ test environment for next-generation mobile networks to shorten time for market-ready solutions Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
19 Jun 2026
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 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
19 Jun 2026
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 Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, Informa TechTarget
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News
18 Jun 2026
Rising memory costs reshape smartphone economics
Smartphone trade-in market data reveals new dynamics as higher device prices drive greater reliance on trade-ins and refurbished units Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
18 Jun 2026
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 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
17 Jun 2026
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 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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17 Jun 2026
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 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
17 Jun 2026
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 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Opinion
17 Jun 2026
Why AI monetisation, not 6G, is the real prize for telcos
In the first of a three-part series exploring the role of telcos in the AI economy, we examine why operators must look beyond next generation 6G networks and focus on capturing the value of AI workloads Continue Reading
By- Edwin Lin
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News
15 Jun 2026
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 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
15 Jun 2026
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 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
15 Jun 2026
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 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
11 Jun 2026
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 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
11 Jun 2026
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 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
11 Jun 2026
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 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
10 Jun 2026
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 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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05 Jun 2026
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 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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02 Jun 2026
Vision 26: Motive gears up to drive improved fleet safety and productivity
AI is changing behaviours and reducing accidents within fleet operations, helping teams deliver personalised feedback across safety, fuel and compliance, while engaging drivers Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
02 Jun 2026
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 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
02 Jun 2026
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 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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02 Jun 2026
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 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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27 May 2026
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 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
27 May 2026
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 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Feature
26 May 2026
Kazakhstan: The Freedom to tap into data reserves
Continuing our round-up of the IT communications industry in Kazakhstan, we look at who could be the country’s and the region’s main player in driving digital transformation Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
26 May 2026
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 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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21 May 2026
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 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
21 May 2026
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 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Opinion
20 May 2026
What did we learn at Google Cloud Next 2026?
AI agents are moving fast and telecoms organisations are still working out how to run them safely. At Google Cloud Next in April, the conversation continued to move beyond chatbots, assistants, and experiments. Continue Reading
By- Jessie-Lee Fry, Amdocs
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News
20 May 2026
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 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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19 May 2026
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 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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14 May 2026
BlackBerry doubles down on secure communications
Having sold its Cylance endpoint security portfolio to Arctic Wolf, the former smartphone pioneer is doubling down on military-grade encryption and post-quantum cryptography to shield critical infrastructure from AI-driven threats Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, Informa TechTarget
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News
13 May 2026
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 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
12 May 2026
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 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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12 May 2026
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 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Feature
11 May 2026
What businesses need to fix now to avoid expensive 6G lock-ins
6G networks will be coming over the course of the next three to four years, offering more unprecedented capability than their predecessors, but this does not mean unprecedented amounts need to be spent to make them viable Continue Reading
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News
11 May 2026
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 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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08 May 2026
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 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
08 May 2026
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 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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07 May 2026
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 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
01 May 2026
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 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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30 Apr 2026
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 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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30 Apr 2026
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 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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30 Apr 2026
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 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
30 Apr 2026
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 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
29 Apr 2026
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 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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29 Apr 2026
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 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
27 Apr 2026
Port of Tyne advances connected mobility, autonomous logistics
Autonomous port logistics project delivering improvements in terms of real operational challenges, safety, efficiency and sustainability Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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24 Apr 2026
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 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Opinion
23 Apr 2026
Can enterprise AI in Singapore succeed without Wi‑Fi 7?
Enterprises are quickly discovering that their wireless infrastructure is the real barrier to AI readiness. To achieve true transformation, it is time to stop relying on legacy networks and treat Wi-Fi 7 as a business enabler Continue Reading
By- Mustafa Kapasi
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News
23 Apr 2026
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 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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23 Apr 2026
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 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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23 Apr 2026
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 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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16 Apr 2026
UAE education builds digital resilience as regional tensions accelerate shift to remote learning
Ankabut CEO Tarek Jundi outlines how national infrastructure, AI-driven platforms and distance-learning capabilities are helping schools and universities maintain continuity amid geopolitical uncertainty Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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News
14 Apr 2026
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 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
13 Apr 2026
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 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
08 Apr 2026
XCOM RAN intros end-to-end private 5G for physical AI
Next-generation private 5G technology provider unveils plans to expands spectrum and partners for global reach of dedicated wireless network Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
02 Apr 2026
Wilson Connectivity, Autonomous Systems team for in-building wireless service
Joint development brings AI-ready, automated monitoring and real-time service assurance to indoor distributed antenna system and private network deployments Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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02 Apr 2026
North America drives video telematics market to 22 million units by 2030
Study from M2M/IoT market research firm finds installed base of active video telematics systems growing at a steady clip driven by North America and camera technology enhancements Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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01 Apr 2026
AI-driven operating model key to cloud-native, autonomous networks
Operator-driven guidance outlines how mobile network operators can adopt AI-based operating models to enable increasingly autonomous network operations Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
01 Apr 2026
SpaceLocker launches first shared satellite mission
French startup looks to redefine space infrastructure by turning satellites into shared platforms, and claims faster, more sustainable missions Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
31 Mar 2026
Delta in-flight connectivity takes off with Amazon Leo
Global airline looks to satellite provider to introduce connectivity on hundreds of aircraft, starting with an initial installation on 500 aircraft in 2028, working to expand its Wi‑Fi and seatback experiences Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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30 Mar 2026
Orange steams ahead in French railway connectivity
Analysis of data across 20 major French rail corridors reveals sharp operator disparities in throughput, latency and quality of experience Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
30 Mar 2026
Cambridge Mobile Telematics lands $350m strategic investment
Major investment in automotive telematics company, accompanied by new long-term commercial agreements, seeks to expand global road safety platform and real-time AI risk models Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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30 Mar 2026
Mobile network operators urged to help commercialise 5G live production
Private 5G connectivity provider gains support from broadcasters and tech giants to calls on mobile network operators to enable on-demand network quality for live 5G broadcasts Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
30 Mar 2026
Starlink reshapes satellite communications as industry enters terabit era
Lower-cost capacity, rapid scaling and improved service quality are all factors resetting expectations across the satcom market, with the entire ecosystem being pushed to innovate, differentiate and rethink strategic positioning Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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27 Mar 2026
Pave Space raises $40M to hasten satellite deployment
Swiss startup building orbital transfer vehicles capable of delivering satellites to operational orbits in under 24 hours, addressing a growing bottleneck in the space economy Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
27 Mar 2026
Antevia joins O-RAN Alliance to simplify enterprise 5G deployment
Private network technology provider looks to strengthen commitment to development of open, interoperable and simplified enterprise cellular deployments and scale enterprise 5G Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
26 Mar 2026
Proptivity, Telehouse team for reliable indoor 4G, 5G in London workplaces
Datacentre service provider and indoor mobile infrastructure firm look to address connectivity blind spot inside modern office buildings, enabling scalable indoor 4G, 5G across London workplaces via neutral host model Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
26 Mar 2026
Connectivity to the fore as Sunderland commits to 2035 digital strategy
North eastern English city expands its smart city commitments with 2035 strategy to ensure every resident can “thrive in an increasingly digital world” Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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25 Mar 2026
SES, K2 Space further meoSphere satellite network
Next-generation medium Earth orbit multi-mission constellation targeted at meeting fast-growing commercial and defence needs with flexible scaling approach Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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23 Mar 2026
SWISSto12 opens Switzerland’s largest GEO satellite production site
Aerospace and satellite technology manufacturer opens domestic territory’s first domestic end-to end GEO satellite production site including 1,000m² cleanroom assembly facility Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
20 Mar 2026
O2 brings 5G+ connectivity to communities across Scotland
UK operator extends standalone 5G footprint across 66 large towns and cities, 175 smaller towns, and 1,120 villages in Scotland as part of its UK-wide roll-out of advanced 5G services Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
20 Mar 2026
Ericsson, SK Telecom ink memorandum of understanding to strengthen AI-RAN, 5G to 6G innovation
Global comms tech provider and Korean telco hold joint R&D to advance AI-powered RAN, 5G monetisation, open and autonomous networks, zero-trust security, and 6G standardisation Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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20 Mar 2026
Telenor IoT expands global connectivity with launch of global APN
Internet of things division of leading Nordic telco aims to simplify global IoT deployments by enabling companies to use a single access point name across all regions Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
13 Mar 2026
Shared Rural Network expansion removes Islay not-spots
Latest development in £1.3bn mobile expansion scheme sees mobile not-spots reduced on Scottish island as 4G site goes live, providing coverage from all mobile operators for the first time Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
13 Mar 2026
Unreliable fleet connectivity driving employee exodus
Study finds fleets experience an average downtime of 25%, equating to three to four days of downtime per month, while a third of fleet operators still rely on hotspots from mobile devices to provide connectivity on the move Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Feature
12 Mar 2026
CES 2026: Connected vehicles accelerate the pace of AI
In a round-up of this year’s CES, we look at the rise of connected vehicles, robotics and artificial intelligence, with prototypes evolving into real deployments Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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11 Mar 2026
Wayve gears up with end-to-end AI for autonomous vehicles
Mobile technology platform firm teams with UK self-driving company to advance production-ready end-to-end artificial intelligence for assisted and automated driving Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
11 Mar 2026
O2 makes major 5G expansion, deploys small cells to boost Bath capacity
Leading UK mobile operator makes significant expansion of 5G standalone to hundreds of towns and cities across the UK, while leading west of England visitor hub to gain more capacity through small cells Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
10 Mar 2026
Ericsson, Future Technologies scale wireless infrastructure for industrial AI
Connectivity transformation systems integrator and comms tech giant expand collaboration to accelerate deployment of private 5G and enterprise wireless networks across North America Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
10 Mar 2026
Shared Rural Network scheme hits mast upgrade milestone in Wales
Latest expansion of government’s £1.3bn mobile coverage scheme sees significant expansion of mast construction in rural parts of Wales from all four UK operators Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
10 Mar 2026
MWC 2026: Huawei - agent-oriented mobile networks to define AgentVerse
Comms tech giant paints picture of AI-led communications infrastructure as industry transitions towards a new world of agents Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
09 Mar 2026
MWC 2026: Nvidia teams with global telecom leaders for 6G development
AI behemoth and global operators and infrastructure providers team to build next-generation mobile infrastructure to advance AI-native 6G innovation based on open and trusted software-defined wireless platforms Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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09 Mar 2026
MWC 2026: Qualcomm plots out 6G, Wi-Fi 8 future with AI as the new user interface
Leading comms tech platform provider unveils agentic radio access network management service and AI enhancements for commercial RAN platforms to accelerate value for telcos on the path to 6G Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
04 Mar 2026
Zero-day in Android phone chips under active attack
Google and Qualcomm have tag-teamed a serious vulnerability in the chipsets used in Android mobile devices, which has been exploited in the wild as a zero-day Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
27 Feb 2026
UK direct-to-device satellite connectivity takes off with Virgin Media O2
Leading UK mobile operator switches on pace comms service in a move to make UK the first country in Europe to go live with direct-to-cell satellite mobile data connectivity Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
27 Feb 2026
NTT Data, Ericsson team to scale private 5G, physical AI for enterprises
Global comms tech provider forges global partnership with business and technology services firm to establish 5G as the foundational operating layer for enterprise AI, looking to scale AI-driven operations securely and consistently Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
27 Feb 2026
Connectivity, AI drive fleet safety, productivity and decision-making
Report into state of fleet technology across US reveals three key priorities for the year: increasing productivity, reducing costs and enhancing driver safety – with AI and connected technology serving as engines behind all three Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
27 Feb 2026
Wildix looks to bring conversations under enterprise control with eSIM
AI-powered Fixed Mobile Convergence capability designed to connect native mobile calls to enterprise workflows, preserving identity, context and customer insight without requiring an app Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
26 Feb 2026
Firecell, CloudRAN.AI collaborate to cut cost and complexity of private 5G
Hot on the heels of the Accelleran merger, purpose-built private 5G connectivity company unveils radio portfolio integration to give system integrators faster, more affordable deployment route across industrial, enterprise sites Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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25 Feb 2026
Docomo, Keio University claim 5G robot teleoperation first
Japan's leading mobile operator and global research institute for haptics announce what they call world's first stable, high-fidelity robot via commercial 5G using low-latency slicing. Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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25 Feb 2026
Nokia, AWS demo agentic AI network slicing with Du, Orange
‘Industry-first’ intent-based 5G-Advanced slicing with agentic AI to offer providers with premium network slicing services that respond to real-world situations and enable autonomous intelligence Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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24 Feb 2026
In-orbit test of Atlas-1 laser terminals sees 100x comms speed gains
Industry first test of compact and energy-efficient satellite laser terminals in orbit to pave way for more secure, high-bandwidth and affordable space-to-Earth communication for small satellite operators Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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24 Feb 2026
AIDA Cruises fleet sets sail with OpenRoaming for Wi-Fi connectivity
Global wireless ecosystem consortium deploys technology for cruise ship operator with Wi-Fi for all passengers and staff, as well as 24/7 cruise operations, safety, guest services and entertainment Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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23 Feb 2026
SK Telecom outlines mid- to long-term 6G network evolution
A paper on 6G development by South Korean operator highlights direction of infrastructure in the AI era, with vision rooted in fundamental network values such as security, stability and quality Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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23 Feb 2026
Improved UK mobile could add £6.6bn to economy
Research finds improved mobile connectivity could deliver massive annual boost to UK economy by enabling tens of thousands of new businesses Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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20 Feb 2026
Telefónica accelerates its transformation to autonomous networks
Spain-based global telco reveals progress made in Autonomous Network Journey programme, closing last year with 12 Level 4 use cases driven by the joint work of Spain, Brazil and Germany Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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19 Feb 2026
Artificial intelligence drives autonomous networks, customer service gains
Survey from AI tech leader reveals growing advances of AI in telecoms, underscoring strong AI adoption, impact and investment in the industry Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
