Amazon plans to deploy a constellation of 3,236 satellites to provide high-speed internet to remote and underserved areas
Amazon took a major step forward in its plans to build a global satellite internet network on Sunday, successfully launching its first 27 operational satellites for Project...
WISPA may have started with a narrow focus on fixed wireless for broadband, but today it’s anything but one-dimensional
The national broadband conversation is undergoing a big shift. Between the long-awaited rollout of BEAD funding, the emergence of low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite technology, and...
Wi-Fi 7 is about more than just speed — MediaTek implementations leverage MLO to boost throughput and dramatically reduce latency
Wi-Fi 7 is more than just an upgrade in wireless speed—it’s a transformative shift in architecture, performance, and reliability. At the heart of this shift is...
Penetration of 5G services in China already reached 75.9%
In sum – what you need to know:
5G boom continues – China has surpassed 4.39 million 5G base stations as of March 2025, with 5G user penetration reaching 75.9%.
Digital economy grows fast – Core digital...
The minister emphasized that Starlink must ensure that user terminals are registered domestically before a license can be granted
In sum – what you need to know:
License on hold – Starlink has not yet received approval to operate in India, as it must fulfill regulatory...
Fujitsu plans to transfer four of its group companies and their related companies to 1FINITY
In sum – what you need to know:
New spin-off, new strategy – Fujitsu will launch 1FINITY on July 1, 2025, consolidating its network products business, including optical gear and O-RAN-compliant...
BSNL has installed 90,000 4G towers, with 76,000 already commissioned
In sum – what you need to know:
BSNL to launch 5G after 4G stabilizes – India’s state-run BSNL will only switch to 5G once its 4G network, now nearing 100,000 towers, meets quality benchmarks.
No...
India saw the addition of 4,442 new 5G base transceiver stations (BTS) in March 2025, possibly influenced by Vodafone Idea’s recent 5G launch
In sum – what you need to know:
Vodafone Idea joins the 5G race – India added 4,442 new 5G base stations in...
Rahul Vatts, chief regulatory officer at Bharti Airtel, noted that the telecom sector in India will need around 2,000 megahertz of spectrum by 2030
In sum – what you need to know:
Spectrum demand surge – India’s private telcos are urging the government to develop a...
Ericsson contributed its edge AI technology and R&D resources, while Bell Canada provided access to its network infrastructure
In sum – what you need to know:
AI-native link adaptation – Ericsson and Bell Canada completed the world’s first field test of AI-native link adaptation, improving network...
Earlier this year, BSNL had received interest from three companies for deploying its 5G Standalone (SA) network in Delhi
In sum – what you need to know:
All-in on 5G – BSNL has upgraded 73,000 4G sites (100,000 by mid-2025) and rolling out 26,000 new towers,...
Malaysia gave the approval to deploy the second 5G network to U Mobile in November 2024
In sum – what you need to know:
– U Mobile has selected Huawei and ZTE to deploy Malaysia’s second 5G network, targeting 80% population coverage within a year
– The...
It’s no secret that today’s Cell towers are essential to everything from emergency services to our daily smartphone usage. With nearly two million sites managed by the top 100 global cellular tower companies, it’s no surprise that these critical infrastructure hubs face enormous pressures...
The acquisition of Metro Fiber Networks will expand FiberLight’s existing footprint in Virginia by integrating MFN’s conduit and fiber infrastructure
FiberLight has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Metro Fiber Networks (MFN), a regional fiber provider operating in Richmond and Virginia Beach, Virginia. The...
Later this year, select first responders using AT&T FirstNet will participate in trials to evaluate public safety-grade connectivity enabled by satellite
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has granted AT&T and AST SpaceMobile permission to test direct-to-cell satellite connectivity using spectrum allocated for public safety. This...
According to Shentong Metro Group, which operates Shanghai metro, 80% of the lines have been upgraded to 5G-A
In brief – why this matters
–Shanghai has become China’s first megacity with full 5G metro coverage across all 21 lines, enhancing real-time operations, predictive maintenance and smart...
This RCR Wireless News' report provides a comprehensive analysis of where the Wi-Fi market stands in 2025.
As digital transformation accelerates across industries and as our homes become more and more connected, the demand for faster, more reliable and lower-latency wireless connectivity has never been...
Vodafone Idea launched its commercial 5G services in Mumbai last month, about two and a half years after rival telcos Bharti Airtel and Reliance Jio Infocomm
In brief – why this matters
–Vodafone Idea says its delayed 5G rollout allows use of newer, cost-efficient technologies like...
Beijing targets 100% 5G penetration among individual users and over 75% of total traffic carried by 5G networks by 2027
In brief – why this matters
–Beijing plans to deploy dense 5G-Advanced infrastructure, with 70 base stations per 10,000 residents and seamless coverage within its Fifth...
China continues to show how advanced 5G services, mobile innovation, AI and digital services can have real economic impact, GSMA said
In brief – why this matters
-Mobile technologies will contribute $2 trillion (8.3% of GDP) to China’s economy by 2030, driven largely by 5G, AI...
Vodafone Idea said it will soon launch 5G in Bihar, Delhi, Karnataka and Punjab telecom circles
In brief – why this matters
–Vodafone Idea is expanding 5G services to more Indian telecom circles, including Delhi and Punjab, following an initial launch in Mumbai.
–The telco is also...
This test was carried out as part of a Nordic military exercise and represents a key milestone in leveraging commercial 5G networks for defense applications
In a major leap forward for mission-critical communications, Nokia, Telia and the Finnish Defense Forces have completed the world’s first...
As user behavior continues to shift mobile data consumption toward Wi-Fi, telcos like AT&T are doubling down on Wi-Fi offload strategies
A new partnership between AT&T and Karrier One, announced today, aims to significantly expand global Wi-Fi offload coverage while pushing the boundaries of decentralized...
The Baker to Vegas Challenge Cup Relay pushes people to the edge; Verizon Frontline is there not just with tech, but with trust
DEATH VALLEY—It was me, Dan Jones from Fierce Network, Eric Durie who’s the associate director of communications for Verizon Frontline, and Guadalupe...