Liberty Latin America (LLA) announced that it has closed the transaction to acquire EchoStar’s (SATS) spectrum assets in Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands (USVI), as well as approximately 85,000 pre-paid mobile subscribers. The transaction, valued at USD 255 million, received approval from the US Department of Justice (DOJ) … Read More
Claro Colombia has announced an investment of over USD 200 million to boost its fiber optic network, laying the foundation for the technological ecosystem required to power artificial intelligence (AI) technologies across the country. Announced at the Andicom 2024 event in Cartagena de Indias, this project will bring fiber connectivity … Read More
Russian mobile operator Tele2 has announced a major rebranding, changing its name to T2 and unveiling a new logo. This transition comes as the company prepares for the expiration of its Swedish brand license and seeks to reflect its technological advancements and market position better. The company has not extended … Read More
Italian telecom operator WindTre has further expanded its 5G TDD (Time Division Duplex) network, now covering 75 percent of the population. According to the operator’s website, the latest update confirms that the network reaches all major regions in Italy, including Tuscany, Marche, Lazio, Lombardy, Sicily, Piedmont, Campania, Emilia Romagna, Puglia, … Read More
Singtel announced that it is the first network provider in Singapore to achieve full 5G coverage throughout the Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) network islandwide. This includes all six underground lines and 27 stations of the newly completed Thomson-East Coast Line (TEL). Enhancement work began in 2022, with a specialised team … Read More
Beeline has introduced mobile communication services at the newly opened Potapovo station on the Sokolnicheskaya metro line. The company has also activated base stations at four upcoming stations on the Troitskaya line—Novatorskaya, Universitet Druzhby Narodov, Generala Tyuleneva, and Tyutchevskaya—which will open in the coming days. From day one, passengers at … Read More
Africa Mobile Networks (AMN) announced that it has successfully utilised SpaceX’s Starlink constellation to provide satellite backhaul at more than 100 of its rural base stations in Nigeria so far. AMN expects to double this number before the end of the year. On average, traffic has increased by approximately 45 … Read More
Empire Access, a Northeast fiber-based internet service provider (ISP), has launched its fiber optic internet service in Cortland, New York, enabling connectivity for local businesses and residents. With speeds of up to 1 Gbps for businesses and 2 Gbps for residents, the service aims to boost digital transformation and economic … Read More
Ooredoo Qatar has completed the trial of Wi-Fi 7 technology. The trial was completed on Fibre-To-The-Room (FTTR) devices for the first time in the region, with plans to roll out this technology commercially in 2024. Ooredoo Qatar said the trial is in line with its support for innovation, from pioneering … Read More
Amsterdam-headquartered GlobalNet, a backbone Internet Service Provider (ISP), has announced the launch of its new Point of Presence (PoP) in Vienna, marking its first entry into Austria. Located at the Digital Realty VE2 data center, the Vienna PoP offers a range of services, including IP Transit, DATAIX Internet Exchange, and … Read More
BT Group’s EE has launched its 5G standalone network (5G SA), powered by AI, across fifteen major UK cities. EE said its new network promises faster speeds, better gaming and video streaming, and near-uninterrupted outdoor coverage, with features tailored for AI-powered devices. EE has also unveiled new plans to complement … Read More
American telecommunications company Verizon Communications has agreed to acquire Frontier Communications (Frontier) in an all-cash transaction valued at USD 20 billion. Verizon said this acquisition of the largest pure-play fiber internet provider in the US will significantly expand its fiber footprint nationwide, enabling the delivery of mobility and broadband services … Read More
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