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Government programme boosts 4G coverage in rural Wales

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March 20, 2024
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Several rural communities in Wales are now accessing fast and reliable 4G mobile coverage thanks to the UK government’s Shared Rural Network initiative to tackle poor connectivity in remote areas. The first of 86 planned 4G mobile masts have been…

Virgin Media O2 trials new approach to boosting mobile coverage

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March 18, 2024
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Virgin Media O2 has successfully trialled a new approach to boosting mobile services by leveraging its existing fixed network infrastructure along with new smart poles. This innovative solution could help boost mobile coverage across local areas in the…

Virgin Media O2 trials new approach to boosting mobile coverage

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March 18, 2024
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UK Government urges more telecoms infrastructure sharing

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March 15, 2024
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The UK government is urging telecoms companies to prioritise sharing existing infrastructure like telegraph poles before installing new ones for broadband deployment. In a letter to the telecoms industry, Julia Lopez, the Minister of State for Data an…

SpaceX probed over Russia’s alleged Starlink use

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March 9, 2024
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Democratic lawmakers are investigating SpaceX over reports that Russia is using the company’s Starlink satellite internet service in occupied areas of Ukraine, raising concerns about potential violations of US sanctions and export controls. In a …

Viavi to acquire Spirent in $1.2B deal

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March 5, 2024
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Viavi Solutions has agreed to acquire Spirent Communications in an all-cash deal valuing Spirent at around $1.2 billion. Under the terms of the acquisition, Spirent shareholders will receive 175 pence per share—comprising 172.5 pence in cash and a 2.5 …

ASIO chief warns of critical infrastructure sabotage threat

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March 1, 2024
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Mike Burgess, Director General of Security at Australia’s Security Intelligence Organisation (ASIO), has raised concerns over the potential for sabotage targeting critical infrastructure. Speaking at ASIO’s annual threat assessment, Burgess…

Vodafone UK completes 3G shutdown to enhance 4G/5G services

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February 28, 2024
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Vodafone UK has followed EE’s announcement this week by officially shutting down its 3G mobile network nationwide. This transition allows for the repurposing of related radio frequencies to bolster the faster 4G and 5G services. While Vodafone cl…

AI-RAN Alliance aims to integrate AI into mobile networks

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February 26, 2024
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A new alliance announced during MWC could reshape the future of mobile networks and telecommunications by integrating AI into radio access networks (RAN). The AI-RAN Alliance brings together tech giants like Amazon, Microsoft, NVIDIA, and Samsung, alon…

GSMA Open Gateway unlocks mobile network capabilities for developers

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February 23, 2024
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A new collaboration between the world’s leading mobile operators will accelerate innovation across industries from finance and retail to transportation, healthcare, and beyond. The GSMA Open Gateway initiative provides developers simplified acces…