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Srikapardhi October 10th, 2023 10:18 AM 0 COMMENTS

Deutsche Telekom, Mavenir Announce Advancements in 5G SA Network Slicing Service

Mavenir, the Network Software Provider, along with Deutsche Telekom, has announced advancements in two projects focused on monetization opportunities enabled by 5G Standalone Network Slicing technologies and powered by Mavenir's Cloud Native Converged Packet Core. Both companies have highlighted two use cases that are made possible and built on the 5G Network Slicing feature of the 5G SA Network. Also Read: Deutsche Telekom Highlights 5G Network Slicing With Mobile Live... Read More

Srikapardhi October 9th, 2023 10:39 PM 0 COMMENTS

Telia is Creating 150 Kilometres of 5G Transport Corridors in Sweden

Telia is creating 150 kilometres of 5G transport corridors in Sweden to accelerate 5G innovation in the industry, especially in the automotive sector. Last week, Telia announced that the corridors will integrate controlled test areas with public roads, enabling full-scale tests of self-driving vehicles between various logistics hubs. Also Read: Telenor Sweden Launches New Private 5G Network Services Project Background The project is being developed within the framework of the... Read More

Srikapardhi October 9th, 2023 6:20 PM 0 COMMENTS

DNA to Phase Out Copper Broadband in Finland by March 2024

In a move signalling the end of an era, Finnish telecommunications company DNA has announced plans to discontinue copper-based broadband services for consumers by March 2024. The move will affect northern Finland, Paijat-Hame, and Lohja the most. The company, which has been serving customers through copper networks for over 160 years, embarked on a modernisation journey in 2022. Also Read: Monaco Achieves Full Fiber Coverage; Announces Key Dates for Copper... Read More

Yashika Goel October 9th, 2023 10:23 AM 2 COMMENTS

5G BTS Deployment in India Surges by Over 60,000

The deployment of 5G Base Transceiver Stations (BTS) by the operators in India has seen a growth of over 60,000 from July 2nd to August 28th. This means that since the last time we covered 5G BTS, a total of 63,316 BTS have been deployed across all states and Union Territories, according to the Department of Telecommunications (DoT). India currently has 4G network coverage reaching 99 percent of the country,... Read More

Srikapardhi October 8th, 2023 4:29 PM 0 COMMENTS

GCI Extends 5G Network Coverage to Nome and Kotzebue in Alaska

Alaska's largest telecommunications provider GCI has extended its 5G coverage to the communities of Nome and Kotzebue. GCI highlighted last week that it invested USD 5.3 million to deploy 5G in the two northwest Alaskan communities while extending 5G services to even more areas of the state. With the recent launch, the telco noted that it now offers 5G in more than a dozen Alaska communities. Also Read: GCI Expands... Read More

Yashika Goel October 8th, 2023 11:03 AM 2 COMMENTS

BSNL Aims to Surpass Rs 1,000 Crore Revenue in AP Circle: Report

The Chief General Manager of the Andhra Pradesh Telecom Circle, M Seshachalam, announced that the Indian government has entrusted BSNL (Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited) with the mandate to initiate the 'Swadeshi 4G project', according to multiple media reports. This project aims to establish an indigenous 4G network in line with the Atmanirbhar Bharat (Self-reliant India) initiative. BSNL offers telecom services on Wireline (Copper and Fibre), GSM, 3G and 4G, internet... Read More

Srikapardhi October 7th, 2023 2:27 PM 0 COMMENTS

Drei 5G Coverage Reaches 85 Percent of the Austrian Population

Hutchison Drei Austria announced last week that its 5G service is now available in four out of five households. Drei has expanded its 5G network coverage, which currently reaches approximately 85 percent of the population throughout Austria. Also Read: Open Fiber Austria Commits to Nationwide Fiber Optic Expansion Bringing 5G to Underserved Communities Drei's 5G coverage now extends to rural communities, including Zitternberg, Mitterreith, Obergrabern, Mariathal, Roggendorf, and Radlbrunn for... Read More

Srikapardhi October 6th, 2023 5:14 PM 1 COMMENTS

Namibia Awards 5G Licenses to Telecom Namibia, MTC, and Loc8 Mobile

The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) has announced the outcome of the spectrum auction in the Sub-GHz (below 1 GHz) bands and awarded 5G licenses to mobile network operators Telecom Namibia (TN), Mobile Telecommunications Company (MTC), and the local ISP Loc8 Mobile following the regulator's auction of 700 MHz and 800 MHz spectrum last week, which generated approximately NAD 28.55 million. Also Read: Brazil to Offer Subsidies to Replace... Read More

Srikapardhi October 6th, 2023 3:25 PM 0 COMMENTS

SaskTel Expands 5G Network to Over 40 Additional Cell Sites Across Saskatchewan

Saskatchewan-based telecommunications provider SaskTel has announced the recent expansion of its 5G mobile network coverage to over 40 additional cell sites serving communities and highway corridors across the province. This expansion is part of SaskTel's ongoing initiative to deliver next-generation, hyper-fast wireless connectivity to residents and businesses throughout Saskatchewan. Also Read: Canada’s 3800 MHz Spectrum Auction for 5G Services Attracts 22 Qualified Bidders SaskTel 5G Expansion SaskTel stated, "The significant... Read More

Srikapardhi October 6th, 2023 10:45 AM 0 COMMENTS

Stc Bahrain Launches 5G Network Slicing Service

Stc Bahrain has recently announced the launch of its 5G Network Slicing Service, as part of its 5G Advance (5.5G) Network evolution plan. Stc stated that this milestone will enable it to offer the next generation of mobile connectivity and deliver an unparalleled user experience for customers and businesses. Also Read: Stc Bahrain Achieves 10 Gbps in 5G-Advanced Trials Stc Bahrain's 5G Network Slicing Service With 5G Network Slicing, Stc... Read More

Srikapardhi October 6th, 2023 8:47 AM 0 COMMENTS

Brazil to Offer Subsidies to Replace 2G, 3G Networks With 5G

Brazil’s National Telecommunications Agency (Agencia Nacional de Telecomunicacoes - Anatel) has confirmed that its Superintendence of Grants and Resources is planning to issue subsidies to mobile operators as possible measures to foster planning for the technological transition from 2G and 3G standards to 4G and 5G standards used in mobile systems. The president of the Agency also announced the intention to provide subsidies for replacing 2G and 3G mobile networks... Read More

Srikapardhi October 5th, 2023 7:36 PM 0 COMMENTS

Orange Sierra Leone Officially Launches 5G Trial Service

Orange Sierra Leone has officially announced the launch of a 5G trial service for prepaid and postpaid users, enabling them to access high speeds, enhanced connectivity, and low latency. Orange said it will pilot its 5G trial service in the Freetown central business district. Also Read: Orange Spain Successfully Tests OpenRAN on 5G SA Network 5G Trial Experience Orange has affirmed that it has ensured its 5G trial service delivers... Read More