BROWSING: 5G

Trend Micro unveils new subsidiary for 5G cybersecurity

Trend Micro said that organizations need to integrate resources to combat emerging threats in the private 5G networks field more effectively Trend Micro has established CTOne, which is a new subsidiary of the company that will focus on advancing 5G network security, the company said...

American Tower CEO sees 5G densification and edge deployment driving growth

Multi-year master lease agreements insulate American Tower from uncertain economic conditions American Tower Corporation controls around 223,000 communications sites around the world, and has enjoyed steady growth as operators deploy and scale 5G infrastructure. Speaking earlier this month at the Citi 2023 Communications, Media and...

Ericsson adds IT-geared Cradlepoint CBRS offer to “broadest” private 5G portfolio

Ericsson has added a new IT-focused private cellular offering from US-based subsidiary Cradlepoint, acquired in late 2020, into its private 5G portfolio. Cradlepoint’s NetCloud Private Networks solution is said to be tailored to the needs of “lean IT-oriented enterprises”, including in the logistics, light...

India’s BSNL partners with Amantya to set up 5G private networks

Amantya will set up and maintain 5G private networks for its customers in partnership with BSNL   State-run Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has signed a partnership with system integrator Amantya Technologies for the deployment of 5G private networks. Under the terms of the agreement, Amantya will...

BT makes an Industry 4.0 sandwich – from a fortified private 5G loaf

As promised and previewed last week, here is a full transcript of the interview with Marc Overton, managing director of BT’s industrial go-to-market business Division X – from a conversation a couple of months back, at the UK operator’s annual Robotics Festival at its...

DNB and Ericsson launch 5G academic program in Malaysia

This program is the first customized learning course on 5G and digital technologies offered by Ericsson at a nationwide level Digital Nasional Berhad (DNB) and Ericsson have launched a free online academic program on digital technologies and 5G for all students at the post-secondary level...

Three predictions in 2023 for AI-driven operations (Reader Forum)

2023 is shaping up to be a year of uncertainty for communications service providers (CSPs). Between inflation, rising energy costs and continued pressure to cut costs while launching new services, speed and cost savings remain the name of the game. Speed to launch new services...

Mexican regulator seeks to offer more low, mid-band spectrum

The 5G spectrum auction is expected to happen this year Mexico’s telecom regulator IFT approved the launch of a public consultation to put together an auction of 330 megahertz of additional low and mid-band spectrum. In total, the regulator aims to award 330MHz, of which 90...

T-Mobile US CFO sees a ‘durable 5G lead’

With 260 million PoPs covered on mid-band and 320 million on low-band, T-Mobile US holds to 2023 capex guidance T-Mobile US has a 5G spectrum strategy it sees as a major differentiator that has put it ahead of competitors. Speaking with Mike Rollins at the...

Connected cars to exceed 367m globally by 2027: Juniper

Juniper noted that the growth of 91% will be driven by the advancement of both ADAS and increasing the capabilities of in-vehicle infotainment systems   The number of connected vehicles in service is forecast to reach 367 million globally in 2027, up from 192 million in...

FAA proposed extended deadline for altimeter upgrades, says C-Band interference could trigger false warnings

The Federal Aviation Administration is giving the aviation industry more time to update legacy radio altimeters that could potentially be impacted by terrestrial 5G operations in C-Band spectrum. In a notice of proposed rulemaking, the FAA said that it remains concerned about the impacts...

Indian government monitors Vodafone Idea’s 5G plans: Report

Vodafone Idea acquired 5G spectrum in the 3.3GHz and 26GHz 5G bands India’s Department of Telecommunications (DoT) is keeping an eye out for Vodafone Idea’s 5G roll out plans to make sure the company meets its deployment obligations, The Economic Times reported. The telco is...

FET, Ericsson use 5G slicing to deliver solution to Taiwan police

The 5G smart patrol car solution is an application created for the Kaohsiung City Police Department, in a city located in Southern Taiwan Taiwanese operator Far EasTone Telecom (FET) said it had delivered what it claims is the world-first 5G smart patrol car solution for...

Europe sets binding 2030 targets to boost digital skills, infrastructure, industry

European countries are now required to jointly develop and measure progress on digital skills, digital infrastructure, and digitalisation of both private industry and public services. A new ‘monitoring and cooperation’ mechanism obliges EU member states to collaborate on the development, implementation, and measurement of...

Vodafone Germany aims to deploy 8,000 new 5G antennas in H1

Vodafone said its 5G network is already providing coverage to 65 million people across the country Vodafone Germany aims to activate 2,700 new 5G sites with a total of 8,000 antennas in the first half of 2023, the telco said in a release. During 2022, Vodafone...

Indian government expects BSNL to launch 5G in March 2024

BSNL will start to deploy 4G services in India this year Indian state-owned telecom operator Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) could launch 5G services by March 2024, Indian press reported, citing the country’s Minister of Communications Ashwini Vaishnaw. Vaishnaw also confirmed that the state-owned operator will...

Reliance Jio’s 5G network reaches 78 cities across India: Report

Reliance Jio Infocomm had initially announced the launch of the beta trial of its 5G services in October 2022 Indian telecommunications operator Reliance Jio Infocomm has already launched 5G in 78 cities across India, according to local press reports. Some of the cities where the...

Making sure you are really getting 5G (Reader Forum)

Different technologies and approaches to 5G have made it hard for consumers to know what to expect from 5G service. From millimeter wave 5G that is exceptionally fast (but lacking in range) to low-band, high-range 5G that is reminiscent of 4G LTE to mid-band...

Verizon deploys private 5G for Deloitte Industry 4.0 showcase at Wichita State

Verizon has deployed a private 5G network at the 5,500 square-metre ‘smart factory’ at Wichita State University in Kansas, in the US. The showcase facility, dubbed Smart Factory @ Wichita, is on the university’s science research campus. It is sponsored and “convened” by the...

Does private 5G have a device problem?

Verizon and PwC talk private 5G myths and realities LAS VEGAS—Look at any of our private 4G/5G coverage, or the work from our companion site Enterprise IoT Insights, and there’s a clear refrain. Selling private cellular into enterprise verticals is about hiding technological complexity and...

Adani Group aims to launch 5G for enterprises this year: Report

Adani had previously applied for a universal license in six geographic regions across India   Indian conglomerate Adani Group aims to launch 5G services for enterprises in 2023, according to local press reports. The Indian conglomerate also announced that it would be launching consumer apps this year as...

Tech Mahindra inks smart city agreement with Japanese city

Tech Mahindra will leverage its expertise in next-generation technologies such as 5G, Internet of Things (IoT), Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR), to help Tagawa become a smart city   Indian company Tech Mahindra and Tagawa City in Japan have signed a Memorandum of Understanding...

Airspan Networks launches Tokyo 5G innovation lab

Airspan said that the Japan Innovation Lab will host several Open RAN architectures Airspan Networks announced plans to expand its 5G Innovation Lab initiative in Tokyo to accommodate accelerating network adoption and scaling in the Asia-Pacific region. Airspan noted that the Tokyo office will spearhead the...

Cox launches mobile service in all markets

In August, Cox piloted the mobile service in Hampton Roads, Virginia, Omaha, Nebraska and Las Vegas At this year’s Consumer Electronics Show (CES), Cox Communications announced the official launch of Cox Mobile, the company’s new mobile phone service. The offering is now available in its markets nationwide. In August, Cox piloted the...