The 5G Core (5GC) market is expanding. To date, more than 35 5GC networks are operating in 5G standalone (SA) mode. 5GC is expected to lead to a growth in devices connected to the network and the traffic routed through it. Technology intelligence firm ABI Research forecasts that 5G subscriptions will increase from 934 million […]

The US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has rejected Charlie Ergen’s DISH Network objections to Starlink satellite transmissions in the 12 GHz band. The FCC said in its decision that its Commissioners had “unanimously” approved a move to protect frequencies for satellite services in the 12.2-12.7 GHz bands that Starlink, OneWeb and other operators use to […]

The GSMA and ETNO, industry associations representing fixed and mobile network operators, have called for European policymakers to take bold action to secure EU connectivity leadership over the next decade. In a joint response to the European Commission consultation on ‘The future of the electronic communications sector and its infrastructure’ the associations state that Europe […]

BT has delivered on its outlook for FY23, according to the telco’s Chief Executive, Philip Jansen. Commenting on the results that BT had grown both pro forma revenue and EBITDA for the first time in six years while navigating an “extraordinary” macro-economic backdrop. “Over the last four years we have stuck firmly to our strategy […]

Spending on telecom services and pay-TV services in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) increased by 2.4 per cent year on year in 2022, reaching $449 billion (€413bn), according to the Worldwide Semiannual Telecom Services Tracker published by International Data Corporation (IDC). IDC forecasts EMEA spending on telecom and pay-TV services will increase by […]

Green Smartphones, has published research in collaboration with OnePoll to find out what people in the UK really think about 5G. Has the 5G rollout been a huge disappointment, or is the technology meeting expectations? The company surveyed 1000 UK adults who reported using 5G to get online on their mobile phone. According to the […]

5G mobile subscriptions stood at 1.7 billion at the end of 2022, accounting for 18 per cent of total mobile subscriptions worldwide, according to data and analytics company GlobalData. The figure is forecast to rise to 5.5 billion, occupying a share of 48 per cent of total mobile subscriptions by 2027. GlobalData’s 5G – Thematic […]

In-flight connectivity specialist Gogo Business Aviation has struck a partnership agreement with Duncan Aviation which has a fleet of in-service Bombardier, Gulfstream and Citation aircraft. Duncan Aviation is the largest privately owned business jet service provider in the world. In partnership with Gogo, it is actively developing several additional 5G Supplemental Type Certifications (STCs) for […]

Helped by the availability of its latest O3b mPOWER satellites, SES has won a contract from CNT Ecuador which will use mPOWER to carry Internet and cellular services for the Galapagos Islands. Telecom provider CNT and SES announced what they describe as a major Medium Earth Orbit (MEO) satellite capacity expansion agreement to deliver more […]

In-Flight Communications (IFC) specialist Gogo Business Aviation has expanded its coverage over Canada for business aircraft operators and owners. “Building on our nationwide network in the contiguous US, expanding into Canada will allow our customers to realise enhanced inflight connectivity in more destinations and routes where they fly,” said Sergio Aguirre, Gogo’s president/COO. “We have […]