Cellular data services, coverage, capacity or traffic relevant to connected vehicles and transport.
Huawei forecasts networks must adapt for 100bn AI agents
Huawei has estimated AI agent connections could reach 100 billion and has said mobile networks have needed to evolve to support increased uplink traffic; it has proposed AI MOS and A2A-T standards for evaluating and coordinating agent services.
Shared Rural Network reaches 50 mast upgrades in Wales
Fifty government-funded mast upgrades in Wales have been activated under the Shared Rural Network, and 119 masts have gone live UK-wide, extending four‑operator 4G coverage to rural communities and increasing road and premises connectivity.
Virgin Media O2 activates 5G SA in Manchester
Virgin Media O2 has activated 5G standalone in Manchester and neighbouring towns, has extended service to over 500 UK locations, and has increased spectrum holdings following a Vodafone acquisition to support capacity and enterprise use cases.
Virgin Media O2 expands 5G SA to over 500 UK sites
Virgin Media O2 has expanded its 5G Standalone network to over 500 UK sites after Dorset activations, and has linked the rollout to a £700m transformation plan to boost coverage, capacity and low-latency support for enterprise and consumer services.
UK Operators Acquire mmWave Spectrum for 5G Expansion
BT’s EE, O2, and VodafoneThree secured 5.4 GHz mmWave spectrum from Ofcom for £39m, aiming to enhance 5G capacity in major UK locations and support network innovation.
Vodafone Conducts 6GHz Spectrum Live Test with 2.5Gbps Speeds
Vodafone achieved 2.5 Gbps download speeds over 200 MHz in a 6 GHz spectrum test in Germany, highlighting potential for improved network efficiency and reduced capacity costs amid growing demand.
Virgin Media O2 Expands UK 5G Standalone Network to 500 Locations
Virgin Media O2 has activated its 5G Standalone network across 500 UK towns, covering 70% of the population, enhancing coverage, speed, and latency without additional customer costs.
Ofcom to Auction Largest 5G Spectrum in UK History
Ofcom will auction 5.4 GHz of mmWave spectrum in the 26 GHz and 40 GHz bands to expand 5G capacity and enhance network performance in urban and industrial areas.
Streetwave wins funding to map mobile coverage with South Yorkshire bin lorries
Streetwave is using sensor-equipped bin lorries and street sweepers to measure mobile signal strength, speeds and reliability across South Yorkshire. The year-long, publicly funded project will produce an online coverage map and postcode checker.
Northern rail operators introduce cheaper cross-operator fares
LNER, TransPennine Express, Northern and Network Rail have expanded a pilot offering cheaper fares for journeys requiring operator interchanges, using mobile-network data to identify underperforming travel flows.
Virgin Media O2 Extends Small Cell Network to Bristol
Virgin Media O2 and Ontix expand small cell deployments to Bristol, part of a £700 million Mobile Transformation Plan enhancing 4G and 5G capacity in urban areas.
Ofcom reports 5G reaches 28% of UK mobile connections
Ofcom reports that 5G accounts for 28% of UK mobile connections, up nine percentage points year on year. The report highlights growing 5G Standalone deployment, operator performance differences and the connectivity benefits expected for transport and autonomous vehicles.
Ookla reports uneven 5G progress across Europe
Ookla says Northern and Southern Europe are leading 5G availability, while Belgium, the UK and Hungary lag. Spectrum deployments, regulation, funding and coverage obligations are driving the region’s uneven progress, with 5G standalone adoption still sluggish.
Virgin Media O2 Enhances Mobile Network Infrastructure in Scotland
Virgin Media O2 has upgraded its 4G and 5G network across over 13,000 Scottish postcodes as part of a £700 million infrastructure investment aimed at increasing coverage and capacity.
O2 Telefonica Upgrades 1,000+ Sites with 5G in Germany
O2 Telefonica has upgraded over 1,000 mobile sites to 5G, completing 3,500 network expansion measures and achieving 98% population coverage in Germany.
Project Reach to Improve Rail Connectivity Across UK Routes
Network Rail, Neos Networks, and Freshwave launch Project Reach to enhance rail connectivity, eliminate mobile blackspots, and upgrade infrastructure on key UK rail lines by 2028.
Virgin Media O2 Enhances Glasgow Mobile Network Coverage
Virgin Media O2 has upgraded 4G and 5G services across 3,000 Glasgow postcodes, part of a £700 million UK-wide investment to expand and modernise mobile infrastructure.
Nokia Upgrades Optus 5G Network Capacity in Regional Australia
Nokia will enhance Optus’s regional Australian 5G network with advanced Massive MIMO and baseband technologies, improving capacity, coverage, and energy efficiency amid a network-sharing deal with TPG Telecom.
Impact of D2D and NTN on Rural Cell Site Deployment
Analysis indicates that while non-terrestrial networks and device-to-device services can reduce reliance on rural cell sites, they are unlikely to fully replace terrestrial infrastructure due to technical and coverage limitations.
CBRS 2.0 guidelines expand 5G spectrum access and improve reliability
Updated US CBRS 2.0 guidelines reduce protection zones, extend spectrum reauthorisation periods and introduce enhanced interference management, potentially expanding coverage and improving reliability for private 5G networks and connected-vehicle applications.
Verizon deploys satellite and mobile network assets for desert relay
Verizon Frontline provided satellite-linked cells, mobile network infrastructure and communications support across the Baker to Vegas relay route, using the event to maintain coverage, train staff and test equipment in remote conditions.
Real-time data enables smarter road diversion management
Road operators are using mobile-network data, analytics and dynamic variable message signs to improve work-zone diversions. Projects in the UK and Melbourne showed how real-time journey information can balance traffic, reduce disruption and shorten construction periods.
UK Government Cuts Funding for Rural Broadband Project
The UK government plans to reduce funding for the Shared Rural Network, impacting the deployment of mobile infrastructure in rural areas, according to reports.
VMO2 Introduces Mobile Coverage to Craster via Starlink
Virgin Media O2 utilises Starlink technology to implement mobile coverage in Craster, enhancing connectivity and supporting local tourism and businesses.
Telstra and Ericsson Achieve 9.4 Gbps on 5G Network
Telstra and Ericsson have reached a peak 5G downlink speed of 9.4 Gbps, enhancing connectivity for various high-demand applications and supporting advanced technologies.
VMO2 Enhances 4G Capacity in Birmingham with Ontix
Virgin Media O2 has announced the deployment of five small cells in Birmingham, aimed at increasing 4G mobile capacity in high-traffic areas of the city.
AT&T Eliminates NB-IoT Network in the United States
AT&T's decision to discontinue NB-IoT raises questions about its viability and the cellular IoT landscape, particularly in the US market.
Verizon Connect Launches Equipment Asset Tracker in North America
Verizon Connect introduces the Equipment Asset Tracker to streamline asset management for businesses, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing downtime in equipment operations.
Murata and G+D Develop Innovative SGP.32/iSIM Module
Murata and G+D launch a cellular IoT module featuring SGP.32 and iSIM technology, aimed at enhancing efficiency in IoT device production and management.
CTIA Data on US Mobile Traffic Raises Regulatory Concerns
The CTIA's reported mobile data traffic figures necessitate independent verification, as they may not accurately represent the market's dynamics and usage patterns.
Deutsche Telekom Achieves Railway Connectivity Goals Ahead of Schedule
Deutsche Telekom and Deutsche Bahn have enhanced mobile connectivity on German trains, surpassing targets set for 2026 two years early through significant network investments.
EE Activates 25 Small Cells in London's Financial District
EE has launched 25 small cell sites in London to enhance mobile connectivity, with plans for further expansion to improve 4G and 5G network capacity.
VMO2 and Ontix Deploy 4G Small Cells in Reading
Virgin Media O2 and Ontix have installed small cells in Reading to enhance mobile capacity in high-traffic areas, improving user experience and network efficiency.
HS2 Project to Enhance Rural Broadband Connectivity
The HS2 railway initiative may improve broadband access in rural regions by utilising new telecom infrastructure, potentially addressing longstanding connectivity deficiencies.
Full 5G Coverage Achieved in Chinese Towns and Cities
Chinese operators have successfully deployed 5G networks covering all cities, towns, and over 90% of villages. Over 3.84 million 5G base stations have been installed, contributing to global total.
Virgin Media O2 Deploys 150 SRN Sites for Improved Rural 4G Coverage
Virgin Media O2 achieves a significant milestone by deploying 150 Shared Rural Network sites, enhancing 4G coverage in rural communities across the UK. The Isle of Eigg marks the 150th site, showcasing rapid progress in the rollout to bridge the urban-rural digital gap.
Full 4G Coverage Implemented in Elizabeth Line Underground Stations
Transport for London completes 4G deployment in all Elizabeth Line stations on the London Underground, with in-tunnel coverage and Emergency Services Network deployment underway. Global trend of enhancing transport connectivity observed with similar initiatives worldwide.
Covering rural America with 5G: Challenges and Solutions
UScellular CEO Laurent Therivel discusses challenges of bringing 5G to rural America, highlighting the high cost in Monona County, Iowa. Emphasizes need for more spectrum and federal support for infrastructure funding.
Malaysia's 5G Penetration Reaches 36% as Adoption Rate Grows Rapidly
Malaysia has experienced a significant increase in 5G adoption rates, with coverage of 80.2% of the population. Plans for a second 5G network aim to enhance service coverage and boost adoption further.
Wireless Logic and Virgin Media O2 Partner with Starlink for Global IoT and Rural Connectivity
Wireless Logic's reseller rights for SpaceX's Starlink service integrates satellite technology into global IoT services, while Virgin Media O2's partnership enhances UK mobile coverage, bridging digital divides with advanced connectivity solutions.
Challenges in Roaming SIMs and Network Selection
Astra Telematics discusses issues with automatic network selection for roaming SIMs in IoT applications, emphasising the limitations of current ETSI standards amid the 2G sunset.
New Fleet Management App Available for Public Safety Agencies
The FirstNet platform now offers an integrated fleet management solution, enhancing situational awareness and operational efficiency for public safety agencies across the USA.
Robert Bosch Venture Capital Invests USD 17.5 Million in Teralytics
Robert Bosch Venture Capital has led a USD 17.5 million investment in Teralytics, a company specialising in mobility data insights through mobile network operator partnerships.
SureCam reports fleet-safety and insurance gains from connected cameras
SureCam says its IoT-enabled camera telematics solution delivers real-time incident video and alerts, helping fleets reduce accidents, claims and fuel costs. The company also uses Cisco Jasper connectivity management to control roaming and data usage across international operations.
Gosafe and Sierra Wireless Present Products at MWC Shanghai
Gosafe and Sierra Wireless successfully showcased their product line at Mobile World Congress Shanghai 2018, attracting significant interest from attendees.
Telefónica uses mobile data to forecast air pollution in São Paulo
Telefónica is using anonymised mobile-network mobility data, traffic sensors and machine-learning models to forecast pollution in São Paulo up to 48 hours ahead, helping authorities manage traffic and plan public-health measures.
Telefónica NEXT maps German mobility flows using anonymised mobile data
Telefónica NEXT has launched an interactive map of German mobility flows, using anonymised mobile-network data to show journey patterns, departure times and commuter distances. The tool is intended to support transport and urban planning.
Utilising Big Data for Urban Transportation Planning
The integration of Big Data solutions enhances urban transport efficiency and reduces emissions, supported by projects in Newark, Zaragoza, and Nuremberg.
European Council Adopts Spectrum Policy Decision on UHF Band
The European Council sets revised 700 MHz band clearance deadlines, ensuring broadcasting until 2030, prompting Telefónica to advocate balancing flexibility with progress to maintain spectrum efficiency.