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Srikapardhi April 30th, 2025 11:37 PM 0 COMMENTS

Verizon Frontline Network Slice; Swisscom Cisco AI Agents; Rogers 5G Subway Coverage and More

Several major telecom operators around the world have announced advancements in network infrastructure, AI, and sustainability in April 2025. Cox Communications launched a 4G backup internet solution, while Swisscom and Cisco are building an AI agent-based network. Globe Telecom pledged to plant 5 million trees in the Philippines, and MTS Belarus expanded its 3G capacity with a new UMTS-900 carrier. Also Read: Verizon Satellite SMS; Viasat Demos D2D in Brazil;... Read More

Kripa B April 29th, 2025 4:07 PM 8 COMMENTS

Cost Remains Key Hurdle in Mass Adoption of 5G RedCap IoT, Say Telcos: Report

India's private telecom operators — Bharti Airtel, Reliance Jio, and Vodafone Idea — have identified high device costs as the primary barrier to large-scale deployment of 5G RedCap (Reduced Capability) IoT technology, despite its strong potential across industrial and commercial applications. Also Read: Airtel Achieves Peak Speeds of 4.7 Gbps on mmWave for 5G FWA Software-Driven, But Not Cost-Free Speaking at the ETTelecom 5G Congress 2025, senior executives from the... Read More

Kripa B April 28th, 2025 2:18 PM 7 COMMENTS

Vodafone Idea Partnered with Samsung to Launch 5G in Chandigarh and Patna

Vodafone Idea (Vi) users in the Chandigarh region—including Chandigarh, Mohali, Zirakpur, Kharar—and Patna who are using 5G devices can begin enjoying 5G services starting April 28, 2025, as the telco officially announced the launch on Monday. As part of the expansion, Vi said users with 5G devices in these regions will gain "immediate access to Vi's 5G services." TelecomTalk reported the development on Sunday. Also Read: Vodafone Idea Expands 5G... Read More

Kripa B April 27th, 2025 12:53 PM 23 COMMENTS

Vodafone Idea Expands 5G Services: Now Live in Patna and Chandigarh

Vodafone Idea (Vi) has expanded its 5G services to new locations, following the launch of 5G services in Mumbai and 11 major cricket stadiums across India. Vi 5G is now live in Patna (Bihar) and Chandigarh (Punjab), according to the company's website. Earlier reports indicated that Bangalore, Chandigarh, Delhi, and Patna were among the regions where Vi had planned a 5G rollout by the end of April 2025. Also Read:... Read More

Kripa B April 27th, 2025 11:37 AM 5 COMMENTS

One Industry, Multiple Views on 5G FWA and Monetisation: Which One Is Right?

India has witnessed one of the fastest 5G rollouts globally. However, Indian operators are yet to meaningfully monetise their 5G network investments. According to Jio's Q4FY25 webinar, the company has not yet begun monetising its 5G services. We believe the situation is similar for Bharti Airtel. Earlier reports indicated that Reliance Jio plans to monetise its 5G investment through its Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) services, as they offer higher ARPU... Read More

Tanay Singh Thakur April 27th, 2025 8:30 AM 7 COMMENTS

Reliance Jio Now has 191 Million 5G Subscribers

Reliance Jio, India's largest telecom operator, achieved a milestone of 191 million 5G subscribers at the end of Q4 FY25. The 5G subscriber base of Jio will likely cross the 200 million figure easily in the first quarter of FY26. This makes Jio the largest 5G operator in India. The telco's data traffic has gone up 19.6% on account of rising 5G subscriber base. Note that 5G users of Jio... Read More

Srikapardhi April 24th, 2025 11:25 PM 0 COMMENTS

Ericsson: Proximus Opts for Radio Dot Small Cell, Bell Canada Tests AI-Native Link Adaptation and More

Ericsson, in collaboration with companies such as Three Sweden, Sony, Vodafone, Newmont, Bell Canada, Orange France, GCI, Proximus, and the Moroccan Ministry of Economic Inclusion, has recently announced new developments. These include advancements in 5G standalone deployments, private networks, AI-driven network optimisation, digital skills training, and sustainability-focused infrastructure upgrades. Read below to learn more about these cutting-edge developments and how they're transforming industries around the world: Also Read: SaskTel Network... Read More

Kripa B April 24th, 2025 12:05 PM 0 COMMENTS

Vodafone Idea to Deploy Cisco-Powered MPLS Transport Network to Boost 4G, 5G Performance

Vodafone Idea (Vi) has announced a partnership with global networking and security company Cisco to overhaul its network infrastructure. The collaboration aims to enhance network agility, efficiency, and scalability while significantly improving user experience for both consumers and enterprises. Also Read: Nokia to Upgrade Vodafone Idea’s Optical Transport Network for Enhanced 4G and 5G Rollout Next-Gen MPLS Network for Connectivity As part of the partnership, Vi will deploy a Multiprotocol... Read More

Kripa B April 23rd, 2025 8:01 PM 0 COMMENTS

Lack of Commercial Use Cases Made Spectrum Deployment Financially Untenable for Adani: Report

Adani Data Networks, a subsidiary of Adani Enterprises, has agreed to sell its entire 26 GHz spectrum holdings to Bharti Airtel and its unit Bharti Hexacom, marking a strategic retreat from direct participation in India's telecom sector. The deal, announced Tuesday, if approved, transfers 400 MHz of millimetre wave spectrum to Airtel, effectively ending Adani's plans to build private 5G networks. Also Read: 5G Spectrum Auction: Spectrum Acquisitions of Adani... Read More

Kripa B April 22nd, 2025 3:47 PM 0 COMMENTS

Ericsson Partners With VVDN Technologies to Localise Passive Antenna Production in India

Ericsson Antenna System (EAS), a division of Swedish telecom company Ericsson, is set to fully localise production of passive antennas in India by June 2025, marking a significant expansion of the company's manufacturing footprint in the country. This move, in collaboration with Indian technology partner VVDN Technologies, reinforces India's position as a key innovation and export hub within Ericsson's global network. The localised production will cater not only to domestic... Read More

Kripa B April 18th, 2025 6:16 PM 13 COMMENTS

India Adds Over 4,440 5G BTS in March 2025, Possibly Driven by Vodafone Idea

The addition of new 5G base stations (BTS) slightly increased in the month of March 2025, possibly driven by the 5G rollouts of Vodafone Idea, which launched 5G services in Mumbai and 11 cricket stadiums. Bharti Airtel and Reliance Jio are done with large-scale 5G deployments and may be focusing on indoor coverage or specific locations of importance to enhance customer experience. While Airtel has reiterated that its 5G rollouts... Read More

Srikapardhi April 18th, 2025 9:26 AM 0 COMMENTS

Airtel Business Deploys Private 5G for Leading Indian Manufacturer to Advance Industry 4.0

Airtel has implemented a Private 5G Network for a leading Pune-based industrial conglomerate at its 165-acre manufacturing campus, marking a significant leap in its Industry 4.0 digital transformation journey. The industrial group in India's engineering sector is known for its technology adoption, including SAP implementation and Digital Factory projects. Also Read: Airtel IQ Enhances Message Delivery to Nearly 100 Percent for Leading Indian Private Sector Bank Challenges Faced by the... Read More