The Canada Pension Plan Investment Board has committed more than $1 billion to Indian telecom tower infrastructure. This investment is expected to support the expansion of 5G networks across the country.
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Canada Pension Plan Invests Over $1 Billion in Indian Telecom Towers
London Underground Mobile Coverage Nears Completion
The London Underground is close to finishing the installation of mobile network coverage across its transit system. The initiative aims to provide 5G connectivity to passengers throughout the network.
MasOrange Tests 6 GHz Spectrum for Future 6G Networks
MasOrange is running trials on the 6 GHz band as part of its 6G development efforts. The tests assess whether upper frequency bands can support next-generation mobile services.
SoftBank Targets 2027 for Commercial HAPS Service
SoftBank plans to launch its High Altitude Platform Station service commercially by 2027. The technology uses aerial platforms to deliver connectivity to regions lacking traditional infrastructure.
FCC Moves to Dismiss Disney Lawsuit Over License Review
The Federal Communications Commission has asked a court to dismiss Disney's lawsuit challenging an early review of ABC's broadcast licenses. The FCC claims the review is about alleged discrimination in Disney's diversity…
Nokia and BeeHealthy deploy network-based verification across European and Middle Eastern healthcare
Nokia announced a commercial agreement with BeeHealthy to integrate Network as Code technology into healthcare applications across Europe and the Middle East. The collaboration enables network-based verification to repla…
VodafoneThree launches SuperMobile with speed guarantee via network slicing
VodafoneThree has introduced SuperMobile, leveraging network slicing and 5G standalone technology to deliver up to four times faster speeds for premium customers. The operator claims to be the first globally to offer a s…
Orange integrates Obvios's Dome tech into defense unit for secure critical communications
Orange is incorporating Obvios's Dome technology into its Defense & Security division to enhance sovereign communications for critical environments such as defense, domestic security, energy, transport, and emergency ser…
Orange acquires cloud-native private 5G platform for defense and critical sectors
Orange Business has purchased the Dome technology from Obvios, a cloud-native private 5G platform tailored for defense, critical infrastructure, and emergency services. The platform offers high-bandwidth, low-latency edg…
Vodafone Launches Consumer 5G SA Service with Guaranteed 15 Mbps Minimum
VodafoneThree has introduced Vodafone SuperMobile, a new consumer mobile service running on its 5G Standalone network in the UK. Eligible customers receive prioritized network performance and a minimum download speed gua…
Quectel Unveils 5G Module for Next-Gen Railway Systems
Quectel has released an LGA variant of its RG660Qx 5G module series that supports the frequency bands required for the Future Railway Mobile Communication System (FRMCS). This allows rail equipment makers and developers …
VodafoneThree launches aggressive 5G slicing offer to rival BT
VodafoneThree has introduced a new 5G network slicing service aimed at competing directly with BT. The technology allows customized network segments for different applications. This move intensifies competition in the UK…
VodafoneThree Launches SuperMobile 5G+ Slices with Guaranteed Speeds
VodafoneThree introduced SuperMobile, a national 5G+ network slicing service that guarantees at least 15 Mbps dedicated connectivity. The operator also plans to roll out a separate national critical slice for priority se…
Softbank Sets 2027 Target for Commercial High-Altitude Platform Service
Softbank aims to commercially deploy its High Altitude Platform System by 2027, using airborne stations to deliver wireless connectivity. The initiative marks a step forward in alternative telecom infrastructure beyond t…
FCC to publish carrier ratings for robocall blocking effectiveness
The Federal Communications Commission announced a plan to create a scorecard rating phone companies on their success at blocking illegal robocalls. The scorecard may incorporate call-blocking statistics, customer complai…
Verizon September Offers Include Streaming Discounts and Low-Cost Simplicity Plan
Verizon is promoting a 45% discount on streaming services for customers who choose an Unlimited Welcome plan, which starts at $25 per line for up to four lines. The Simplicity Plan, aimed at single users, begins at $30 p…
BT's retired copper phone lines become a $2.7 billion scrap goldmine
As the UK transitions to full-fiber broadband, BT is recycling its legacy copper network, now valued at over £2 billion due to surging copper prices. Rising demand from AI data centers and electrification has boosted the…
BT to profit billions from recycling old copper cables as AI demand spikes
BT has partnered with recycler EMR to recover about 200,000 tons of copper from its legacy network over four years, with over 22,000 tons already reclaimed. Copper prices have hit record highs above $14,000 per metric to…
Starlink Mini X's bundled router may be unnecessary for most users
The Starlink Mini includes integrated Wi-Fi 5 that covers up to 1,200 square feet and supports 128 devices. The optional Router Mini adds Wi-Fi 6 and slightly higher specs, but the article suggests that for typical porta…
Trump Demands FCC Action Against NBC Journalist Over Election Coverage
President Trump has urged the Federal Communications Commission to take punitive measures against NBC's Kristen Welker for describing his primary endorsement outcomes as mixed. The request follows Welker's reporting on T…
MVNOs: A cheaper path to wireless service without owning the network
Mobile virtual network operators lease network capacity from major carriers and resell it at lower prices, often with prepaid plans and no physical stores. While they can experience slower speeds during peak congestion c…
Republicans take TV ad pricing dispute to Supreme Court
Republican campaign committees are appealing to the Supreme Court after a lower court ruled against an FCC order requiring broadcasters to give political parties the same lowest ad rates as candidates. The committees fil…
Explaining the roles of WAN and LAN ports on your router
WAN and LAN ports on networking gear look identical but serve different purposes. The WAN port connects to the internet via your ISP, while LAN ports connect local devices for communication. Plugging a device into the wr…
Federal court strikes down FCC move to expand cheap ad rates to political committees
A federal appeals court has blocked an FCC decision that would have required broadcasters to offer their lowest advertising rates to political parties and joint fundraising committees. The court ruled that only individua…
Spectrum offers free Amazon Prime to qualifying low-income internet subscribers
Spectrum is providing a free Amazon Prime membership to customers who qualify for its Internet Assist program, which serves low-income families and seniors on any internet tier. Eligible households include those receivin…
Mint Mobile switch reveals three MVNO drawbacks and how to work around them
A user who left T-Mobile for Mint Mobile highlights issues like data deprioritization in crowded areas, which can slow speeds. Workarounds include forcing LTE or using VPN on public Wi-Fi. Despite drawbacks, the savings …
Antarctica could get fiber-optic link via Drake Passage, study says
A feasibility study concluded that a fiber-optic cable across the Drake Passage is technically viable, potentially connecting Antarctic research bases to global networks. The project, estimated at $370 million to $620 mi…
TP-Link Deco 7 Pro review: Budget Wi-Fi 7 mesh but subscription locks key features
The TP-Link Deco 7 Pro BE13000 offers an attractive price for a Wi-Fi 7 mesh system, but its performance is only average. Many advanced features require a subscription, which may offset the initial savings. The review su…
Comcast reveals what its motion-detecting routers track
Comcast's new Xfinity Shield feature allows routers to detect motion, but customers have raised privacy concerns. The company says it retains a week of motion history and that the data could be subject to subpoenas. The …
FCC abandons gigabit broadband goal
FCC Chairman Brendan Carr has officially dropped the long-term broadband speed targets set during the Biden administration, which aimed for gigabit downloads and half-gigabit uploads. The FCC argues that future technolog…
T-Mobile Business Deals: Free Phones and Prepaid Card Rewards
T-Mobile is offering promotional deals for business customers, including a sign-up bonus for internet service and a $0 upfront phone offer. The plans include unlimited data and texting in over 215 countries. A prepaid ca…
FCC drops gigabit broadband target, cites fairness to slower tech
The FCC has eliminated the long-term gigabit speed benchmark set in 2024, arguing that it is not technologically neutral and that current broadband deployment is adequate. The decision was finalized in the agency's lates…
Hollow-core fiber startup lands $22M to cut data center latency
Relativity Networks has raised $22 million in SAFE notes from investors including Rhapsody Venture Partners and Bell Ventures. The company's hollow-core fiber transmits light through a vacuum, cutting signal travel time …
AT&T Deals: Save $50 on Plans and Get 1 Gig Fiber for $50
AT&T is promoting prepaid phone plans starting at $25 per month, with all plans including ActiveArmor mobile security. New customers can get 1 GIG fiber internet for $50 per month, a $40 discount, along with a $200 rewar…
Disney files lawsuit against FCC over alleged censorship campaign targeting ABC
Disney and its ABC stations have sued the FCC and Chairman Brendan Carr, accusing the agency of a censorship campaign that threatens their broadcast licenses. The lawsuit claims the FCC is retaliating against protected e…
T-Mobile's 5G home internet promo: free first month and up to $200 credit with 5-year price lock
T-Mobile is offering a promotion for its 5G home internet service that includes a free first month and up to $200 back, with the monthly price guaranteed for five years. The deal is designed to attract new customers and …
Starlink Mini's home use carries a price premium
Starlink's compact dish works for fixed residential connections, but it is typically paired with Roam service plans rather than standard home packages. Roam options impose data caps, and unlimited access costs more than …
Supreme Court denies Verizon's attempt to reclaim $47 million FCC penalty
The Supreme Court refused to hear Verizon's petition to recover a $47 million fine paid to the FCC for selling customer location data. The denial follows an earlier 8-1 ruling that the FCC's penalty process did not viola…
UK Shared Rural Network brings 4G to national parks with 150+ new masts
The UK's Shared Rural Network has expanded its 4G coverage into national parks, activating more than 150 new masts. This rollout is part of ongoing efforts to reduce the digital divide in underserved rural areas. The ini…
Lumen targets east-west AI traffic growth between data centers and AI factories
Lumen identifies the primary AI networking opportunity as traffic between data centers and AI factories, with cloud-to-cloud growth projected at 10-13% annually versus 1-2% for traditional premises-to-cloud. The company …
Lumen leverages programmable fabric and extensive fiber to handle AI-driven demand
Lumen is repositioning its network around AI by combining its large U.S. fiber footprint with programmable networking capabilities from Alkira, which it acquired for $475 million in May. The company expects enterprise co…
LG Uplus and Broadcom trial AI-powered automation for Wi-Fi 8 home networks
LG Uplus and Broadcom are jointly testing AI-driven network automation tailored for Wi-Fi 8 home systems. The initiative uses artificial intelligence to monitor performance and automatically optimize service delivery in …
Semtech divests cellular module unit to Compal in $62M cash deal
Semtech is selling its cellular module business to Compal Electronics for $62 million, shedding assets acquired through its 2023 Sierra Wireless purchase. The transaction, expected to close in Q4 2027, includes intellect…
AT&T raises $3.5B in bonds, launches kid tablet, and upgrades stadium connectivity
AT&T completed bond offerings totaling $2.3 billion and €1.2 billion, while also launching the 5G-enabled amiGO Jr Tab 2 device for children. The company deployed a high-capacity neutral-host distributed antenna system (…
COAI urges Indian operators to demand clear business cases before 6G spending
The Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI) stated that Indian telecom operators require stronger business justifications before making significant 6G infrastructure investments. The industry is currently assessin…
New analysis questions economic viability of SpaceX satellite small cells
A recent study has raised doubts about SpaceX's satellite-based small cell strategy, particularly its competitiveness against traditional 5G networks. The analysis challenges the economics of using satellite connectivity…
Lockheed Martin and Verizon team up for 5G-based drone tracking service
Lockheed Martin has partnered with Verizon and Nvidia to develop a drone detection service that leverages 5G networks. The NetSense demonstration in Miami successfully tracked drones using standard 5G radios without modi…
Celona upgrades private 5G portfolio to support AI-driven industrial automation
Celona has introduced enhanced private 5G capabilities aimed at supporting physical AI and agentic AI applications. The company's converged private 5G and Wi-Fi solution is positioned for Industry 4.0 environments. These…
A legacy carrier's modern transformation: inside the oldest telecom firm
The world's oldest telecommunications company has undergone significant evolution over its long history. Despite numerous changes, it remains a major player in the global telecom industry. Its current operations reflect …
Bell Canada moves AI Fabric project into construction phase with new AI campus
Bell Canada CEO Mirko Bibic announced that the company's AI Fabric initiative is transitioning from planning to active execution. Construction is underway on a flagship AI campus that will serve as a central hub for the …
Airtel pivots from 5G FWA to fiber amid rising chip costs; Eutelsat pushes 5G NTN for EU satellite project
Airtel is shifting its broadband strategy away from 5G fixed wireless access toward fiber deployments due to increasing chipset expenses. Meanwhile, Eutelsat is advocating for 5G non-terrestrial networks as a foundationa…
Operators speed up spectrum refarming from legacy 2G/3G to 4G/5G networks
A new report from the Global mobile Suppliers Association indicates that telecom operators are accelerating the shutdown of 2G and 3G networks. The freed-up spectrum is being repurposed to expand 4G and 5G coverage and c…
Visible Wireless Offers August 2026 Discounts for New and Existing Customers
Visible, a mobile carrier, has active promo codes for August 2026 that provide savings for both new and existing customers. WIRED has verified these deals to help users reduce their wireless bills. The offers are availab…
Celona Unveils Orion Platform Combining Private 5G, Wi-Fi, and Satellite for Physical AI
Celona launched Celona Orion, a unified agentic wireless platform that merges private 5G, Wi-Fi, cellular, and satellite networks. The platform is designed for physical AI and robotics applications. It aims to provide se…
Trump's FCC nominee could eliminate Democratic opposition on telecom regulator
President Trump's nomination to the FCC could give Republicans a 3-0 majority, effectively silencing Democratic input. The current commission has two Republicans and one Democrat, but a new appointment would allow the GO…
Longtime T-Mobile user cuts monthly bill by $120 by switching to Mint Mobile, citing identical network coverage
A user switched from T-Mobile to Mint Mobile after a decade, saving $120 per month. The switch was possible because Mint operates on the same 5G and LTE networks as T-Mobile. The user reported no service issues after the…
Suspicious vessel linked to dual undersea cable failures near Perth, CEO urges federal investigation
Two undersea cables off the coast of Perth suffered shunt faults in quick succession and close together, according to Subco CEO Bevan Slattery. A vessel was reportedly passing over the area at the time of the disruptions…
GOP to hold three-to-one edge at FCC as Trump leaves Democratic slot vacant
President Trump plans to maintain a 3-1 Republican majority on the Federal Communications Commission by not appointing a Democrat to the open seat. Despite a recent Supreme Court ruling that could have allowed him to fir…
Harry Potter Fans Force Reroute of Undersea Cable to Protect Dobby's Grave
The Greenlink Connector project rerouted its $580 million undersea cable after Harry Potter fans protested it would disturb Dobby's fictional grave. The new path avoids the filming location but passes near Bronze Age rem…
FCC Moves to Block Chinese Optical Transceivers Over Security Concerns
The FCC is drafting a proposal to ban imports of new Chinese optical transceivers under the Secure Networks Act. China holds 56% of the global market for these components, which are critical for AI interconnects. The ban…