India is emerging as a credible hub for innovation, manufacturing, and exports in the telecom and electronics sectors, as global supply chains diversify away from China, according to Swedish telecom company Ericsson. The company is ramping up local production, deepening component sourcing, and transforming its India unit into a research … Read More
Indian private telecom operators Bharti Airtel, Reliance Jio, and Vodafone Idea (Vi) have all released their Q4 FY2025 results. This time, Vodafone Idea has joined the 5G offering segment, but only in limited circles. While all three operators are offering complimentary 5G services, Vi also provides unlimited 4G or generous … Read More
Reliance Jio, India’s largest telecom operator, has beaten Airtel by a huge margin in adding new FWA (fixed-wireless access) subscribers in the country. The company’s 50-day free trial offer is likely helping it in adding new connections fast. Further, Jio’s 5G FWA service is available in more areas compared to … Read More
Bharti Airtel will adopt 5G Standalone (SA) technology in a phased manner, with a clear emphasis on ensuring optimal user experience rather than rushing into deployment for the sake of technology, according to Vice Chairman and Managing Director Gopal Vittal. Speaking during the company’s Q4 FY2025 earnings call, Vittal said … Read More
From the UAE’s first commercial 5G network slicing launch to hyperscale data center investments and pioneering trials in network slicing and BSS transformation, the telecommunications and technology sectors in the Middle East and Africa are witnessing rapid advancements. Below are key highlights from recent initiatives driving innovation and connectivity across … Read More
Both Bharti Airtel and Reliance Jio have converted their broadband service into a single entity so that people don’t get confused between AirFiber and fiber. JioHome is now the broadband business of Jio, which contains both FWA (fixed-wireless access) and fiber. Airtel has Wi-Fi business in the same way. Today, … Read More
Bharti Airtel has reaffirmed its commitment to nationwide 5G deployment, reporting the addition of approximately 25,000 new sites during the financial year ended March 2025. The telecom major closed the quarter with a 5G customer base of 135 million, reflecting steady momentum in next-generation network adoption. Also Read: Airtel and … Read More
May 2025 has been a pivotal month for the global telecom industry, marked by technology integrations, major acquisitions, and expanded network investments. Key players like Telefonica, Charter, Airtel, and Vodafone are driving innovation and connectivity improvements across Europe, Africa, and the Americas. Here are the latest developments in the global … Read More
The global telecom industry continues to accelerate its transformation with major developments in 5G, AI, and sustainability. From Ooredoo Kuwait’s 5G Advanced readiness to Turkcell’s land-to-sea 5G breakthrough, operators across regions are embracing innovation. Here’s a look at the latest milestones driving this evolution. Also Read: Elisa 5.5G Mobile Network, … Read More
From 5G advancements and quantum communication breakthroughs to sustainability initiatives and cybersecurity partnerships, these updates reflect the industry’s rapid evolution and strategic priorities. Here are the latest developments in the global telecom and technology sectors: Also Read: Infobip Enhances AI Capabilities, E& Customer Engagement Hub, Oracle Conversational Experiences 1. Elisa … Read More
Telecom operators are preparing to oppose the Department of Telecommunications’ (DoT) draft proposal to delicence the lower 6GHz spectrum band, citing major concerns over 5G network expansion in India, Business Standard reported, quoting Industry sources. The DoT has proposed unlicensed use of the 5925–6425 MHz band — part of the … Read More
The GSMA has urged the governments and regulators worldwide to reassess spectrum pricing policies, warning that disproportionately high spectrum costs are hampering investment in mobile infrastructure and threatening the expansion of digital economies. In its newly published Global Spectrum Pricing Report, the GSMA highlights that although both consumer prices for … Read More
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