Tag Archives: 5G

The European companies at MWC Barcelona 2024: AI, 5G, VR, XR, Cybersecurity, Digital Transformation, Entertainment, etc.

(IN BRIEF) At the Mobile World Congress (MWC) Barcelona 2024, European companies showcased a wide array of innovations and strategic partnerships that underscored their commitment to driving digital transformation and enhancing connectivity across various sectors. The key topics discussed by … Read the full press release

Telefónica Unveils ‘Smart Industry: Leading the Change’ Demo at MWC 2024

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica showcases its technological prowess at Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2024 with the unveiling of the ‘Smart Industry: Leading the Change’ demo. This comprehensive demonstration highlights Telefónica’s capabilities in digitizing and automating industrial processes using advanced technologies such … Read the full press release

Thales Unveils Cutting-Edge Solutions for Secure Mobile and IoT Connectivity at Mobile World Congress

(IN BRIEF) Thales, a global leader in digital security, is showcasing its latest innovations at the Mobile World Congress. They’re highlighting their contributions to securing mobile and IoT connectivity, including revolutionizing eSIM management, simplifying IoT deployments, leading 5G security, and … Read the full press release

Innovative Network Expansion: Vodafone Unveils Open RAN Sites in 20 Romanian Cities

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone is deploying Open Radio Access Network (RAN) sites across 20 cities in Romania, building on successful trials in Europe and commercial deployment in the UK. Open RAN offers a more flexible and innovative approach to mobile networking, … Read the full press release

Vodafone and e& Unite to Address Growing VoLTE Demand in Global Telecom Sector

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone and e&, two telecommunications industry leaders, have formed a strategic partnership to provide comprehensive, managed voice solutions to other telecom operators. This collaboration aims to assist operators with their international voice traffic needs and the growing demand … Read the full press release

Vodafone and Autobahn GmbH Collaborate to Bring 5G to All German Motorways by 2028

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone and Autobahn GmbH have unveiled plans to expand 5G coverage across all German motorways by 2028. The initiative involves erecting additional cellular masts to eliminate coverage gaps, densify the network, and reduce dropped calls. This extensive 5G … Read the full press release

5G Milestone: Vodafone, Qualcomm, and Xiaomi Triple Upload Speeds

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone, Qualcomm, and Xiaomi have achieved a major breakthrough in 5G technology through a successful test in Europe. They achieved peak upload speeds of up to 273 megabits per second (Mbps), significantly faster than the typical 100 Mbps … Read the full press release

Port of Tyne Launches 4G and 5G Private Network for Smart Port Innovations

(IN BRIEF) The Port of Tyne, one of the UK’s major ports, has introduced a 4G and 5G private network in collaboration with partners BT and Ericsson, marking the UK’s first site-wide deployment of 4G and standalone 5G connectivity for … Read the full press release

Ericsson Introduces Groundbreaking Software Toolkit to Elevate 5G Standalone Networks and Deliver Premium Connectivity

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson has launched a software toolkit aimed at enhancing 5G Standalone networks, enabling premium services with differentiated connectivity. This comes in response to increasing demands for network capacity and performance driven by new use cases and higher user … Read the full press release

Vodafone Tests Upper 6GHz Spectrum for Faster 5G, Urges Global Allocation

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone has successfully tested the use of the upper 6GHz frequency band for mobile services, aiming to ensure faster and more reliable 5G services in the coming years and prevent a capacity crunch due to rising bandwidth demands. … Read the full press release

Ericsson Wows GITEX Global 2023 Visitors with Immersive Sports Experience Powered by 5G and Network Slicing

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson showcased an immersive sports demonstration at GITEX Global 2023, highlighting the advantages of Network Slicing on a 5G network for communication service providers (CSPs) and consumers. The demonstration emphasized the potential for immersive fan engagement in sports … Read the full press release

Vodafone Boosts Business Connectivity and Security with 5G Mobile Private Networks

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone is leveraging 5G Mobile Private Networks (MPN) to enhance connectivity, speed, reliability, and security for business customers. These networks are especially beneficial for the manufacturing industry, where connected machines, autonomous vehicles, and robots play a significant role. … Read the full press release

Ericsson and CTTC Collaborate on Research Projects to Advance 5G and 6G Network Slicing

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson and the Centre Tecnològic de Telecommunications de Catalunya (CTTC) have formed a research partnership to address the challenges of massive network slicing in advanced 5G and 6G networks. This collaboration is part of the UNICO I+D program, … Read the full press release

Vodafone and Orange’s Rural 4G Open RAN Trial in Romania Marks Progress in Open RAN Collaboration

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone and Orange have achieved a significant milestone by successfully conducting a pilot project involving real 4G calls over shared commercial network sites in rural Romania, utilizing Open Radio Access Network (RAN) technology. This achievement follows their joint … Read the full press release

ITC Deploys Traffic Management Solution in Peachtree Corners, Launches into United States Market

FULLY AGNOSTIC SOLUTION CONNECTS TO EXISTING TRAFFIC INFRASTRUCTURE FOR ADAPTIVE CONTROL OF TRAFFIC SIGNAL TIMING (IN BRIEF) Peachtree Corners, a smart city in the USA, has partnered with ITC Intelligent Traffic Control Ltd (ITC) to deploy an innovative traffic management … Read the full press release

Ericsson Supplies 5G Test Network Infrastructure to Strengthen German Telecommunications Network Security

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson has provided the German Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) with a comprehensive 5G test network infrastructure for its 5G/6G Security Lab TEMIS (Test Environment for Mobile Infrastructure Security). This initiative aims to enhance the security of … Read the full press release

Ericsson, AWS, and Hitachi Demonstrate 5G and AI’s Impact on Manufacturing Efficiency

(IN BRIEF) Technology giants Ericsson, Amazon Web Services (AWS), and Hitachi America R&D have collaborated to showcase the transformative potential of existing 5G, artificial intelligence (AI), and automation solutions in manufacturing. A private 5G infrastructure trial was conducted at Hitachi … Read the full press release

Enhancing Port Logistics: EUROGATE and Deutsche Telekom Collaborate on Innovative 5G Campus Networks

(IN BRIEF) EUROGATE, a major container terminal operator in Europe, has joined forces with Deutsche Telekom to establish three advanced 5G campus networks at key ports. This collaboration aims to digitally transform port logistics operations by improving mobile coverage and … Read the full press release

Ericsson and Vodafone’s 5G Trial Enhances Mobile Gaming Experience Through Network Slicing

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson and Vodafone have conducted a successful live network trial at Coventry University to showcase the positive impact of optimized 5G Standalone network slicing on enhancing the mobile gaming experience. Using network slicing, trial participants experienced improved gaming … Read the full press release

Ericsson and RMIT Launch AI Lab in Hanoi, Accelerating Industry 4.0 and Digital Transformation in Vietnam

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson and RMIT University have partnered to establish the RMIT & Ericsson AI Lab at RMIT’s campus in Hanoi, Vietnam. This collaboration builds on their existing 5G education partnership, aiming to educate Vietnamese students about 5G and emerging … Read the full press release

Deutsche Telekom Launches Affordable 5G T Tablet to Drive Digital Learning and Expand Network Accessibility

(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Telekom is intensifying its commitment to expand 5G coverage across Europe by launching the new T Tablet, priced at 1 euro when paired with a Magenta Mobile or Data plan. Without a plan, the tablet costs 219 … Read the full press release

Ericsson and MediaTek Collaborate on RedCap for Enhanced 5G Standalone Performance

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson and MediaTek have collaborated to exhibit the capabilities of the Reduced Capability (RedCap) solution in the realm of 5G Standalone technology. This partnership involved successful interoperability testing (IoDT) in Sweden, where the RedCap data was tested alongside … Read the full press release

Ericsson to Enhance Orange Jordan’s Core Network with Cloud-Native 5G Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Orange Jordan has selected Ericsson, a global 5G leader, to upgrade its core network infrastructure with cloud-native dual-mode 5G Core and 5G Charging solutions. This enhancement will enable Orange Jordan to deliver more flexible, efficient, and scalable services … Read the full press release

Digital X and DMEXCO Unite to Create Europe’s Premier Digital Hotspot

(IN BRIEF) Digital X, the world exhibition of digitalization, is set to return to Cologne on September 20 and 21, 2023. The event will feature over two million square meters of event space, five stages, and a marketplace, with more … Read the full press release

Spark Selects Ericsson as Supplier for 5G Standalone Network Core in New Zealand

(IN BRIEF) New Zealand’s telecommunications provider, Spark, has appointed Ericsson as the supplier for its 5G Core solution to power Spark’s 5G Standalone (SA) network. The appointment follows a successful three-month 5G SA trial in 2022, demonstrating the deployment capabilities … Read the full press release

Vodafone Implements Network Slicing for Business and Public Sector Critical Applications

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone is leveraging network slicing technology to provide business customers with dedicated slices of the network to support on-demand, secure, and reliable connectivity. Network slicing allows the creation of virtual networks that can be isolated and optimized for … Read the full press release

Android 14 to Feature Ericsson’s Network Slicing Capability for Improved 5G Performance

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson has partnered with Android to introduce a new feature in the upcoming Android 14 release that allows users to request a dedicated 5G network slice for improved performance during specific times for supported applications. Enabled by the … Read the full press release

Ericsson and Swisscom Extend Indoor 5G Reach to 10 km with Fiber Technology

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson and Swisscom have successfully deployed the fiber-extended reach feature of the Radio Dot System, enabling high-capacity indoor 5G coverage within a 10 km radius from a centralized location. By using fiber and hybrid fiber cables, Swisscom can … Read the full press release

Ericsson and Proptivity Drive Efficiency and Performance with Neutral Host-Led Indoor 5G Network

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson and Proptivity have successfully launched the world’s first neutral host-led shared indoor 5G network using the Radio Dot System. The deployment took place in a central Stockholm property housing a shopping mall and offices. This innovative solution … Read the full press release

Vodafone’s Partnership with Extreme E Supports Climate Change Awareness and Salmon Conservation in Scotland

IoT Technology to Aid Conservation Efforts for Scottish Atlantic Salmon

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone and Extreme E have partnered to protect Scotland’s Atlantic salmon from the impacts of climate change. Extreme E, an eco-conscious, all-electric motorsport series, aims to raise awareness about climate change while showcasing damaged environments. The racing series … Read the full press release

Record-Breaking 5G Upload Speeds Achieved by Ericsson and MediaTek in Joint Collaboration

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson and MediaTek have achieved a new 5G upload speed record of 440 Mbps using Uplink Carrier Aggregation in low-band and mid-band spectrum. The test, conducted in an Ericsson lab, utilized MediaTek’s Dimensity 9200 5G smartphone chipset. The … Read the full press release

Europe’s Digital Targets at Risk Without Regulatory Action, Warns Vodafone

Vodafone Urges Regulatory Reboot to Safeguard Europe's Digital Future

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone has warned that Europe’s digital future is at risk without a reboot of regulations. The company is calling for decisive action from the European Commission to address challenges in the telecommunications sector and ensure that Europe’s digital … Read the full press release

Vodafone brings 5G to University of Palermo, creating Italy’s first smart campus

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone has launched a dedicated 5G network at the University of Palermo, Sicily, as part of the “5G 4 A Smart Sicilian Academic Campus” project. The network, funded by the European Union and supported by the Ministry of … Read the full press release

Vodafone Expands Mobile Network in Alpine Region with 5G and Emergency Call Technology

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone has expanded its mobile network in the Alpine region to cover 99.7% of populated areas, including eliminating 22 dead spots. The network expansion includes 78 new 5G stations and upgraded existing sites, resulting in a total of … Read the full press release

El memorando de entendimiento de MediaTek e Inmarsat cubre la innovación conjunta y el despliegue de dispositivos habilitados para satélites

(NOTICIA EN BREVE) Inmarsat y MediaTek se han asociado para proporcionar servicios satelitales bidireccionales ultra confiables a varias industrias, incluidos teléfonos inteligentes, dispositivos IoT y automotriz, utilizando la tecnología 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN) de MediaTek y la red satelital de … Read the full press release

MediaTek and Inmarsat’s MoU covers joint innovation and satellite-enabled device deployment

(IN BRIEF) Inmarsat and MediaTek have partnered to provide ultra-reliable, two-way satellite services to various industries, including smartphones, IoT devices, and automotive, using MediaTek’s 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN) technology and Inmarsat’s ELERA L-band satellite network. The collaboration will enable mobile … Read the full press release

Deutsche Telekom introduces “Campus Network M with Industrial Frequencies” for business customers

(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Telekom has launched a new product, “Campus Network M with Industrial Frequencies”, which allows businesses to have their own private 5G network, with the benefits of dedicated bandwidth, guaranteed availability, and full 5G performance without investing in … Read the full press release

Swisscom remporte la première place dans toutes les catégories du test de réseau mobile CHIP 2023

(ACTUALITÉ EN BREF) Swisscom, le principal opérateur de télécommunications suisse, a été élu meilleur opérateur de réseau mobile en Suisse pour la huitième année consécutive lors du test de réseau mobile CHIP 2023. Swisscom est sorti vainqueur dans toutes les … Read the full press release

Swisscom wins top spot in all categories of CHIP mobile network test 2023

(IN BRIEF) Swisscom, the leading Swiss telecommunications provider, has been rated the best mobile network provider in Switzerland for the eighth consecutive year in the CHIP mobile network test 2023. Swisscom emerged as the winner in all categories, including 5G … Read the full press release

La conectividad 5G de Vodafone permite el primer autobús conectado e inteligente de Europa

(NOTICIA EN BREVE) Vodafone ha conectado el primer autobús inteligente y conectado de Europa a 5G en colaboración con el Ayuntamiento de Zaragoza en España. El autobús eléctrico está equipado con un sistema de asistencia a la conducción que automatiza … Read the full press release