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NEC cuts 5G radio power draw with compact amplifier module

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January 28, 2026
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NEC has engineered a compact Power Amplifier Module (PAM) designed to cut energy draw in 5G base station Radio Units. Telcos currently face rising operational expenditures associated with 5G densification. Because 5G networks utilise higher frequency b…

China dominates the global cellular IoT market

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July 29, 2025
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A new report from Berg Insight puts the spotlight on the expansion of the global cellular IoT connectivity market, which is on a trajectory to reach 6.4 billion connections by 2029. The analysis, presented in the 10th edition of the Global M2M/IoT Comm…

Telco AI shifts from strategy to execution

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July 24, 2025
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According to GSMA Intelligence, 2025 is the year telcos are putting their money where their mouth is when it comes to AI. The recent ‘Telco AI: State of the Market, Q2 2025’ report suggests the industry has shifted from AI strategy meetings to real-wor…

UK risks losing £230B without mobile network upgrades

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July 14, 2025
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A report from BT and Assembly Research claims the UK is at a digital crossroads when it comes to mobile network infrastructure upgrades. If we get our act together and seriously upgrade our mobile networks over the next ten years, we could unlock a wav…

UK risks losing £230B without mobile network upgrades

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July 14, 2025
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Vodafone uses satellite-guided sensors to align mobile antennas

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June 25, 2025
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A misaligned antenna could be the difference between mobile signal or not, that’s why Vodafone is using satellites to guarantee positioning. Vodafone will begin rolling out satellite-guided sensors embedded within new radio antennas across its network,…

TM Forum and GSMA unlock network powers for developers

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June 16, 2025
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TM Forum and the GSMA are making it easier for app developers to access mobile network capabilities to create exciting new services. Have you ever wondered how your favourite apps tap into your mobile network to provide location services, messaging fea…

Optus taps Ericsson for smarter, greener 5G network

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June 14, 2025
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Optus is partnering with Ericsson to roll out advanced 5G antenna tech that promises better coverage and a greener network footprint. The deal will see Ericsson supply its specialist Antenna System solutions across Optus’ network. Before signing …

VodafoneThree: Vodafone and Three UK complete merger

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June 2, 2025
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The merger between Vodafone and Three UK has officially gone through, creating a new mobile giant: VodafoneThree. The deal, which brings together two massive names in the UK market, completed on 31 May 2025. This isn’t just a joint venture; it&#8…

GSMA: Spectrum costs threaten performance of mobile networks

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May 15, 2025
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The GSMA has found that operators are struggling with spectrum costs, holding back investment to improve the performance of mobile networks. According to the GSMA, on average, consumers are actually paying about 38% less for mobile services than a deca…