Dongfeng produces 10,000th M-Hero M817 PHEV
Dongfeng produced its 10,000th M-Hero M817 PHEV, equipped with Huawei Qiankun ADS 4.0; model offers 215 km electric range, 1,365 km total range and is exported to the Middle East.
Innoviz launches compact, lower-cost automotive LiDAR
Innoviz introduced InnovizThree, a smaller, lighter and over 35% less expensive automotive LiDAR that Innoviz says offers >250m range, lower power consumption and broader application potential.
Geely Galaxy V900 EREV MPV opens pre-orders
Geely has opened pre-orders for the V900 EREV MPV at 99 yuan; it features Super AI range‑extender technology, dual motors, up to 1,200 km combined range and battery options.
GM files trademark for Horizon Display vehicle screens
GM filed a US trademark for 'Horizon Display' for embedded vehicle screens, aligning with its planned centralised vehicle computing platform and potential enhanced display and OTA capabilities from 2028.
LG Innotek launches low-carbon smart IC substrate
LG Innotek began mass production of a plated‑free smart IC substrate that it says halves manufacturing CO2 emissions and increases durability, targeting smart‑card manufacturers amid tightening global environmental regulations.
GMV awarded ESA DFAS-TB contract for EGNOS V3 testbed
GMV will develop algorithmic functions for ESA's DFAS‑TB EGNOS V3 testbed, using its magicSBAS solution; project runs two years from September 2025 and is EU‑funded.
Geospatial innovations for telecom network strategy
Geospatial data and AI are applied to network planning, real-time operations, regulatory support and interference management, enabling precision investment, service optimisation and public-sector collaboration.
Activating fibre networks beyond homes passed metrics
Fibre activation, XGS-PON adoption and software consolidation can enable automation, reduce costs and improve customer experience, supporting recurring revenues.
Mobile core developments in AI, edge, resilience and NTN
In 2026, operators and vendors will prioritise AI-enabled automation, edge local breakout, cloud-based disaster protection and satellite NTN integration to enhance core efficiency, resilience and new service monetisation.
6G development priorities and expectations for 2026
Predictions indicate 2026 will prioritise AI‑native architecture, integrated sensing, FR3 deployments, NTN–TN continuity and energy‑aware operation, with operator and vendor trials translating research into practical testbeds.
GAC opens Hyptec A800 EREV pre-orders with Huawei L3 ADAS
GAC opened pre-orders for the Hyptec A800 EREV, featuring Huawei L3 highway ADAS, 34 sensors, a range‑extender powertrain and a 178‑kilometre WLTC electric range.
ENTICE project to standardise EGNSS services
GMV-led ENTICE, funded by EUSPA, begins a one-year programme to standardise EGNSS services (Galileo NMA, SBAS authentication, ARAIM) and integrate GNSS into rail, maritime and timing standards.
BYD applies to GIIC to integrate vehicles with HarmonyOS
BYD has applied to join the Global Intelligent IoT Alliance to develop standardised connectivity between vehicles, homes and wearables within Huawei's HarmonyOS ecosystem, focusing on interface and data protocol standardisation.
IEEE survey finds limited near-term AI impact from 6G
IEEE survey finds 7% view 6G as a primary AI opportunity, suggesting continued focus on 5G. Experts say 6G may prioritise uplink capacity and AI resource allocation.
Cellular faster than Wi-Fi in most US airports
Ookla found mobile median download speeds exceeded airport Wi‑Fi in most US airports, averaging 219.24 Mbps versus 101.39 Mbps; Verizon led carriers while many airports still use Wi‑Fi 5.
Ericsson emphasises convergence and scale in private 5G
Ericsson highlights combining private and neutral-host 5G on shared infrastructure, and says scale and group capabilities differentiate its enterprise offering.
Hybrid home gateways for resilient consumer connectivity
Hybrid home gateways integrate multiple access technologies to provide dynamic failover, maintaining continuous consumer connectivity across fibre, 5G and satellite and reducing reliance on a single last-mile technology.
Global 6 GHz adoption scenarios and fragmentation
Analyses three regulatory scenarios for 6 GHz spectrum adoption, projecting managed fragmentation, potential regional alignment and implications for device ecosystems and WiFi evolution.
Keysight and KT SAT demonstrate GEO-to-LEO handover
Keysight and KT SAT completed a laboratory proof‑of‑concept for an NR‑NTN handover from a GEO satellite to an emulated LEO link using Ku‑band and network emulation tools.
MikroElektronika releases GNSS MAX 3 Click board
MikroElektronika launched the GNSS MAX 3 Click, a compact GNSS receiver offering multi-constellation support, low-power operation and SPI/I2C interfaces for automotive, industrial and IoT applications.
OPPO grants Audi access to 5G patents for connected vehicles
OPPO and Audi agreed a global licence granting Audi access to OPPO's standard-essential 5G patents to integrate connectivity into its connected vehicle lineup and enhance in-car network performance.
US Fixed Wireless Access speeds and adoption trends
Ookla reports T-Mobile had the highest US FWA median speeds in Q3 2025; sector speeds fell in Q2-Q3, citing foliage and potential congestion; AT&T latency trails but is improving.
Private 5G as infrastructure for industrial operations
Private 5G provides predictable, low-latency on-site connectivity to support industrial AI, automation and edge computing, enabling improved uptime, scalability and security for enterprise operations.
5G Protocol Testing and Network Validation
Overview of 5G protocol testing processes, objectives and challenges, including compliance, interoperability, performance, security and field validation to ensure reliable network operation.
MasOrange makes one-third of 5G sites O-RAN-ready
MasOrange has made about one-third of its Spanish 5G sites O-RAN-ready and integrated Ericsson’s AI-driven automation to improve interoperability, operational efficiency and energy management.
AI-driven growth in wireless and telecom networks
AI-driven applications will increase demand for wireless, wireline and satellite networks, prompting infrastructure upgrades, device refresh cycles and service provider revenue opportunities over coming years.
LG to unveil on-device generative AI cabin platform
LG will demonstrate an on-device generative AI Cabin Platform at CES 2026, integrating VLMs and LLMs for real-time, privacy-focused in-vehicle infotainment and driver behaviour awareness.
BEACON beamforming for C-band LEO navigation
GMV and partners will develop BEACON, a C-band beamforming antenna and receiver to enhance LEO-based PNT resilience, integrating beam steering, null-steering and angle-of-arrival techniques.
GWM launches Tank 300 Polar Edition, limited run
Great Wall Motor launched the Tank 300 Polar Edition, priced from ¥226,800 to ¥244,800, limited to 300 units globally, featuring off‑road packages and body‑on‑frame construction.
China advances fibre networks for gigabit services
China's near-universal fibre coverage underpins gigabit adoption, AI-driven operations and network upgrades as operators pursue quality, bundled services and new revenue amid market maturity and government targets.
Samsung and KT validate AI-driven RAN optimisation
Samsung and KT validated AI-driven radio access network optimisation on a commercial network, reducing user connection failures in a trial of about 18,000 subscribers and informing 6G preparation.
Private 5G adoption driven by industrial applications
Enterprises are adopting private 5G for time-sensitive industrial applications, citing rapid ROI, scalable global deployments and preference for integrated network stacks over mixed-vendor indoor solutions.
Vodafone and Spirent deploy automated 5G voice test platform
Vodafone and Spirent have co-developed an automated validation platform to accelerate testing and deployment of 5G voice core software across Vodafone's European network, reducing upgrade rollout times in early trials.
UK proposes leaseholder rights to speed fibre rollout
Government consultation proposes implied leaseholder right to request gigabit connections and a duty on freeholders not to unreasonably refuse, targeting flats and supporting broadband deployment; consultation runs until February 2026.
World Communication Awards 2025 Winners
The World Communication Awards 2025 announced winners across telecom categories following independent judging, recognising providers and vendors for achievements in networks, AI, cloud, security, sustainability and social impact.
Generative AI's Operational Role in Telecom
Generative AI can improve telecom operations through faster troubleshooting, fraud detection and predictive automation, but realising benefits requires data unification, system integration, governance and scalable architectures.
Indosat adopts AI-native network strategy
Indosat will deploy an AI-native network linking local AI hubs to a central AI factory, enabling real-time processing, network automation and edge services across Indonesia.
Marelli launches 5G RedCap telematics solution
Marelli introduced a 5G RedCap telematics module offering higher throughput and lower latency than 4G, network fallback, regional compliance, and production samples in early 2026 with mass production from 2028.
OBBB Act sets spectrum deadlines for US 6G readiness
The article states the OBBB Act mandates identifying and auctioning mobile spectrum by 2034; it says at least 600 MHz should be ready for full-power 6G deployments by 2029.
China fixed communications market to see minimal growth
GlobalData forecasts China's fixed communications revenue to grow 0.7% CAGR to $314bn by 2030, driven by falling ARPU, near-universal FTTH and China Mobile's continued broadband leadership.
Global 6 GHz Wi-Fi Adoption and Policy Fragmentation
Uneven global 6 GHz authorisations are increasing vendor complexity and costs; full-band harmonisation is crucial for Wi‑Fi 8’s advanced reliability and efficiency, with IEEE 802.11bn ratification anticipated around 2028.
Celona positions cloud-controlled private 5G for AI
Celona offers cloud-controlled private 5G (AerFlex) to simplify multi-site deployments and support AI-enabled industrial operations, backed by partnerships for edge compute and managed services.
BSNL installs nearly 100,000 indigenously developed 4G sites
BSNL has installed 97,068 indigenously developed 4G sites, 93,511 operational; equipment is 5G-upgradable. Upgrades include power resilience measures; 5G deployment targeted in Delhi and Mumbai by December 2025.
Queclink launches satellite-enabled vehicle tracker
Queclink introduced the GV75MG SAT, a vehicle tracker combining Cat M1/GSM and NTN-IoT satellite fallback, offering IP67 protection, wide voltage support and sensor integration for remote fleet visibility.
Dongfeng debuts mass-produced car with Beidou navigation
Dongfeng has launched the Sky EV01, a mid-sized electric SUV equipped with China’s Beidou navigation; dual powertrains, 445–520km ranges and a retail price around 120,000 yuan are stated.
NATWORK 6G cybersecurity and resilience framework project
NATWORK develops an AI-driven, energy-efficient 6G cybersecurity and resilience framework; consortium-led pilots, testbeds and standards engagement support evaluation and potential commercial exploitation.
