Tata Elxsi and GSMA Collaborate to Deliver Enterprise-Ready Network APIs Under Open Gateway Framework

Tata Elxsi, a global leader in design and technology services, and global mobile industry association, the GSMA have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) under the GSMA Fusion initiative to help accelerate enterprise API adoption. The collaboration also includes a global Statement of Requirements which aims to help mobile operators unlock new revenue streams by monetizing their networks through standardized APIs, enabling enterprise-ready services across key industries such as automotive, industrial, healthcare, and entertainment.

The two organizations will first focus on supporting enterprise demand in the automotive and drone sectors for new digital services and applications that can benefit from standardized Quality on Demand (QoD) APIs and other relevant network APIs that are available and likely to become available soon.

Driving the Network Monetization agenda for Future ready Telcos

Network monetization is a core pillar of Tata Elxsi’s AI First Telco strategy, designed to help operators move beyond connectivity and capture high-value enterprise opportunities. According to a recent market forecast by ResearchAndMarkets.com, the global network API market is projected to grow from $1.96 Billion in 2025 to $6.13 billion by 2030, driven by 5G adoption and enterprise digital transformation. This collaboration strategically positions Tata Elxsi to support operators in accelerating time-to-market for API-driven services, simplifying integration, and unlocking new monetization opportunities across multiple enterprise verticals and use cases.

Through its connection with Tata Elxsi, GSMA will help mobile operators in their delivery of scalable, programmable network services—such as QoD, location verification, and enhanced security—driven by regional and industry-specific enterprise needs. Leveraging GSMA’s Open Gateway framework and CAMARA-standardized APIs, Tata Elxsi will develop demand-driven use cases that utilize network APIs to address specific enterprise needs across key verticals.

In the automotive sector, use cases such as enhanced driver and cabin monitoring, rear-seat entertainment powered by QoD network APIs, location-based services, and KYC for passengers or drivers in shared mobility and fleet operations will be delivered to enterprise customers through Tata Elxsi’s Connected Digital Platform & Solutions, ensuring seamless integration and efficient consumption of network APIs.

Rajagopalan Rajappa, Chief Technology Officer – Communication Technologies & Platforms, Tata Elxsi, said, “This collaborative effort is a strategic offering to help telcos transform their value and value proposition for the future. By enabling operators to monetize their networks through standardized APIs, we help them unlock enterprise revenue with best-in-class integration, platform services and managed offerings from Tata Elxsi.”

Paresh Modi, Senior Director, GSMA Fusion, added: “We look forward to working with Tata Elxsi through the GSMA Open Gateway initiative. Their deep enterprise knowledge and expertise in systems integration and software innovation will play an important role in accelerating the adoption of mobile network APIs. As the mobile industry opens up new network capabilities, companies like Tata Elxsi will be essential in helping us understand enterprise needs, unlock value and scale new digital services across sectors, from automotive to digital entertainment.”

Strategic Focus Areas Under the MoU

Enterprise Demand Generation: Tata Elxsi publishes a Global Statement of Requirement for operators to drive global adoption of standardized APIs.

Technical Enablement: Integration of Open Gateway certified CAMARA APIs into Tata Elxsi’s TETHER platform for seamless enterprise connectivity.

Go-to-Market Acceleration: Joint engagement with mobile operators, pilot programs, and awareness campaigns through GSMA platforms.

Commercial Models: Tata Elxsi will propose API consumption and monetization models for OEMs and Operators, creating sustainable revenue streams.

About Tata Elxsi

Tata Elxsi is a global leader in design and technology services, enabling enterprises to reimagine their products and services through digital transformation. With deep expertise in telecom, automotive, healthcare, and media, Tata Elxsi delivers cutting-edge solutions that combine design thinking with advanced engineering. For more information, visit tataelxsi.com.

About the GSMA

The GSMA is a global organization unifying the mobile ecosystem to discover, develop, and deliver innovation foundational to positive business environments and societal change. Our vision is to unlock the full power of connectivity so that people, industry, and society thrive. Representing mobile operators and organizations across the mobile ecosystem and adjacent industries, the GSMA delivers for its members across three broad pillars: Connectivity for Good, Industry Services and Solutions, and Outreach. This activity includes advancing policy; tackling today’s biggest societal challenges; underpinning the technology and interoperability that make mobile work; and providing the world’s largest platform to convene the mobile ecosystem at the MWC and M360 series of events.

Vodafone Idea May Get $6 Billion Lifeline from US Private Equity Giant TGH

Debt-laden telecom operator Vodafone Idea (Vi)may soon receive a crucial lifeline, with US-based private equity firm Tilman Global Holdings (TGH) reportedly in advanced discussions to invest up to $6 billion in the company.

According to people familiar with the matter, TGH has submitted a detailed proposal to the Indian government that links its investment to a restructuring of Vi’s massive liabilities, including spectrum and adjusted gross revenue (AGR) dues. The package, if approved, could mark one of the largest foreign private equity bets in India’s telecom sector.

A Lifeline for Vodafone Idea

Vodafone Idea, India’s third-largest telecom operator, has been struggling under a debt burden exceeding ₹2.1 lakh crore. Despite the government converting part of its dues into equity—making it the single largest shareholder with a 33% stake—the company has continued to face liquidity challenges, subscriber losses, and delays in rolling out 5G services.

Industry analysts say a multi-billion-dollar infusion could help Vi accelerate network upgrades, expand 4G coverage, and finally launch 5G services, allowing it to compete more effectively with rivals Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel.

What TGH Wants

Sources suggest that TGH is not looking for a passive role. The firm is expected to seek significant operational control in exchange for its investment, potentially reshaping Vi’s management and strategic direction.

The proposal reportedly includes:

• Equity infusion: $4–6 billion
• Debt restructuring: tied to government approval
• Operational oversight: to ensure turnaround execution

Strategic Stakes

• For Vodafone Idea: The deal could be a make-or-break moment, offering the capital needed to stabilize operations and regain market confidence.
• For TGH: The investment represents a bold bet on India’s fast-growing digital economy and rising data consumption.
• For the Government: Approving the package would safeguard competition in the telecom sector, but it also raises questions about foreign control in a critical industry.

What’s Next

The government’s response to TGH’s proposal will be decisive. If approved, the deal could be finalized in the coming months, potentially reshaping India’s telecom landscape. If talks collapse, however, Vodafone Idea may be forced to explore alternative funding routes—or risk further erosion of its already fragile market position.

National Telecom R&D and Skilling Hub Takes Shape in Jabalpur, MP As BSNL Ties With Ericsson, Qualcomm, Cisco & Nokia

BSNL has launched a major industry-led digital skilling initiative at its premier training institute, Bharat Ratna Bhim Rao Ambedkar Institute of Telecom Training (BRBRAITT), Jabalpur, in collaboration with Ericsson, Qualcomm, Cisco, and Nokia. Here's a breakdown of the initiative's scope, objectives, and impact:

This development is a step towards a broader plan by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Ministry of Communications, to establish a Telecom Innovation, Research and Training Centre (TIRTC) at BRBRAITT. Envisioned as an industry-led national hub, TIRTC will focus on developing telecom-specific R&D talent and a future-ready workforce — aligning with the Hon’ble Prime Minister’s vision of Skill India and Atmanirbhar Bharat.

TIRTC will also support product innovation, prototyping, and telecom entrepreneurship in the long term.

Initiative Overview

• Partners: Ericsson India, Qualcomm Technologies, Cisco Systems, Nokia Solutions and Networks India
• Location: Bharat Ratna Bhim Rao Ambedkar Institute of Telecom Training (BRBRAITT), Jabalpur
• Focus Areas: 5G, AI/ML, Cybersecurity, Networking
• Annual Training Goal: Over 2,000 students

Training Programs & Infrastructure

Partner	Contribution	Training Focus
Ericsson	5G Centre of Excellence + Ericsson Educate Program	Hands-on 5G training, global curriculum
Qualcomm	Qualcomm Institute + sponsored training for first 100 participants	Advanced 5G & AI, internships
Cisco	Cisco Networking Academy Program	Networking, cybersecurity, IT skills
Nokia	5G Centre of Excellence + AI/ML Lab + joint certification with BRBRAITT	5G radio/core networks, AI/ML

Strategic Goals

• Establish Telecom Innovation, Research and Training Centre (TIRTC) at BRBRAITT
• Support national missions: Digital India, Skill India, Make in India, Startup India, Atmanirbhar Bharat
• Build a digitally enabled, job-ready youth workforce. 
• Position Jabalpur as a national hub for telecom R&D, innovation, and skilling

Launch & Leadership

• MoUs signed in New Delhi
• Attended by Union Minister Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, Telecom Secretary Neeraj Mittal, BSNL leadership, and partner company representatives

ServiceNow and NVIDIA Launch Telco‑specific Generative AI Solutions

ServiceNow and NVIDIA expand relationship with introduction of telco-specific GenAI solutions to elevate service experiences

Built on the Now Platform, Now Assist for Telecommunications Service Management leverages NVIDIA AI to help boost agent productivity, speed time to resolution, and enhance time to value.

In a yet-another Telco-specific Generative AI thing, ServiceNow, an American software & digital workflow company, and NVIDIA have announced that they are broadening their relationship with the introduction of telco‑specific generative AI solutions to elevate service experiences.

The first solution, Now Assist for Telecommunications Service Management (TSM), is built on the Now Platform and uses NVIDIA AI to help boost agent productivity, speed time to resolution, and enhance customer experiences. As telcos look to reduce costs and uncover new business opportunities, they’re turning to AI and automation. In a survey from IDC, 73% of global telecommunications service providers identified AI/ML investments to support operations as their top transformation priority.1

Recently, SK Telecom, Deutsche Telekom, e& Group, Singtel and SoftBank Corp., announced their plans to establish a joint venture, which will develop Large Language Models (LLMs) specifically tailored to the needs of telecommunications companies (telcos).

Earlier this month, the GSMA and IBM announced the collaboration to support the adoption and skills of generative AI in the telecommunication industry through the launch of GSMA Advance's AI Training program and the GSMA Foundry Generative AI program.

In November last year, Amdocs and NVIDIA announced their collaborating to optimize LLMs to speed adoption of generative AI applications and services across the $1.7 trillion telecommunications and media Industries.

"GenAI is a game‑changer for telcos looking to boost productivity, improve customer experiences, and drive cost savings with its ability to learn and improve with each use,” said Rohit Batra, general manager and vice president for telecom, media, and tech at ServiceNow. “Together, ServiceNow and NVIDIA will help telcos realize unprecedented business value and impact, fast. This is just the beginning of a large‑scale transformation for the industry, and we’re excited to be at the forefront.”

“The telco industry is rapidly evolving as AI makes its mark on enterprises everywhere,” said Chris Penrose, global head of business development for telco at NVIDIA. “Our partnership with ServiceNow will help telcos leverage GenAI to tackle their unique challenges and build better, stronger, more efficient experiences.”

Many features within Now Assist are powered by ServiceNow fine‑tuned large language models, as well as served using NVIDIA Triton Inference Server™ and customized with NVIDIA NeMo™, both included with NVIDIA AI Enterprise software platform for the development and deployment of production‑grade AI applications, including generative AI cutting‑edge innovation for business‑critical use cases, including:

• Customer Care: Telco customer service agents are expected to provide customers with accurate, fast support. GenAI‑powered chat summarization and agent assist capabilities help boost productivity and play a pivotal role in call deflection. GenAI can summarize case activity, work notes, and customer interactions, and guide agents with next best actions. This helps agents serve customers quickly and focus on complex queries that require personalized attention—leading to overall better customer experiences.
• Service Assurance: GenAI provides service assurance teams, stakeholders, and customers a streamlined and rapid understanding of incidents. Take a fiber cut, a common service assurance use case that can have problematic and financial consequences for telcos. Incident management teams face a slew of challenges when handling these incidents, dealing with technical data and the risk of misinterpretation due to specialized terminology and acronyms. GenAI helps decipher technical jargon, distill complex information into clear, concise summaries designed to speed time to resolution, drive cost savings, and improve customer experiences.

ServiceNow and NVIDIA plan to build out additional telco‑specific GenAI use cases based on the unique needs of customers. Together, the companies are working to solve the industry’s biggest challenges and drive business transformation for telcos globally.

Partnering for responsible and safe AI

The telco use cases are an extension of ServiceNow and NVIDIA’s partnership announced in May 2023.

1IDC, 2023 Telecommunications Service Provider Transformation Plans and Strategies Survey Highlights, Doc # US49352223, May 2023

Wipro and Nokia Launch Joint 5G Private Wireless Solution for Enterprises

Wipro Limited (NYSE: WIT, BSE: 507685, NSE: WIPRO), a leading technology services and consulting company, today announced a joint private wireless solution with Nokia (NYSE: NOK), to help enterprises scale their digital transformation.

This joint solution will provide enterprises with a more secure 5G private wireless network solution integrated with their operation infrastructure. The solution will bring greater reliability, mobility, connectivity speed, real-time access to business insights, and the ability to process high volumes of data with low latency. Through a dedicated wireless network, enterprises will be able to create an integrated private environment they can control to better manage their performance and mitigate security risks.

The greater speed, reliability, and security this technology brings will enable enterprises to improve operational efficiencies with advanced AI-driven automation. This joint solution will initially be made available to customers in the manufacturing, energy, utilities, transportation, and sports entertainment industries.

Nokia will provide the Nokia Digital Automation Cloud (DAC) and Modular Private Wireless (MPW) solutions inclusive of hardware and software. Wipro, with its state-of-the-art 5G Def-i with Industry DOT and OTNxt platforms, will offer strategic guidance and industry insights for effective integration into the enterprise environment.

Wipro will develop the architecture and design to best address clients’ unique business challenges, as well as implement and manage the end-to-end network to ensure business goals are met.

Jo Debecker, Global Head of Wipro FullStride Cloud, said, “In today’s digital world, data processing, accessibility and security are imperative. Traditional infrastructures are being stretched and performance is impacting business value and, in some cases, human lives through emerging areas such as remote-controlled robotic surgery. We are proud to partner with Nokia to address this pressing business need and to create a way for enterprises to leverage wireless private networks to digitize at speed and access real-time insights to realize their ambitions. By combining Nokia’s network expertise with Wipro’s strategic business, technology, and connectivity capabilities, we are enabling the promise of technology to drive impactful change and value.”

Stephan Litjens, Vice President of Enterprise Campus Edge Solutions, Nokia said, “Digital transformation is at the top of the enterprise agenda and enabling this is the driving force behind everything we do at Nokia. We are pleased to work with Wipro, a company that shares that vision, to provide a private secure 5G network solution that integrates seamlessly into enterprises' operation infrastructure and further scales their digital transformation. This partnership with Wipro will unlock new capabilities to help businesses in various sectors experience enhanced connectivity and AI-driven operational efficiencies, ushering them to the forefront of innovation.”

“This is a big step in Wipro Engineering Edge’s private 5G offering journey, which shows how Wipro continues to be at the forefront of innovation and connectivity with next-gen technology. The combined Wipro 5G Def-i, OTNxt and Industry DOT platforms will bond IT, OT and Nokia private network connectivity offering an end-to-end secure business operation solution to our customers. Working in collaboration with Nokia, we are excited to further fuel innovation for our customers in the market,” said Lourdes Charles, Vice President, 5G Connectivity Services, Wipro Engineering Edge.

In a First, Airtel to Offer Connectivity 35 Meters Below River Hooghly

Airtel to offer seamless connectivity to commuters in India’s first underwater metro in Kolkata

Becomes the first operator to enable connectivity, 35 meters below river Hooghly

Bharti Airtel, one of India's leading telecommunications service providers, today, announced its pioneering initiative to deliver uninterrupted connectivity to metro commuters by deploying high-capacity nodes 35 meters below river Hooghly. Airtel has invested in the infrastructure ahead of the actual commercial launch of service, which is expected soon. This makes Airtel the first operator to deliver seamless connectivity through the 4.8km stretch in Kolkata’s East – West Metro corridor connecting Howrah Maidan with the Esplanade.

To facilitate this transformative service, Airtel has connected the 4.8- km stretch between Howrah Maidan, Howrah Station, Mahakaran and Esplanade stations through fiber. High-capacity nodes at each of these stations have been deployed for seamless connectivity allowing commuters to enjoy blazing 5G speeds, uninterrupted voice calls and data transmission that enhance the daily commute experience and allow customers to stay connected and productive through their travel.

Ayan Sarkar, CEO – Bharti Airtel West Bengal and Odisha, said, “Airtel is committed to pushing boundaries to better serve its customers. This initiative to provide under-river tunnel connectivity will certainly make a difference to commuters where they will get to access to High-Definition video streaming, gaming, multiple chatting, instant uploading of photos and more, along with enjoying the scenic stretch below river Ganga".

India's first underwater metro is an engineering marvel connecting Howrah to Kolkata and will be thrown open to the public soon.

Last year in April, the Kolkata Metro's first underwater metro network made history when trains ran, on a trial, through the Hooghly River. The 520-meter stretch of the tracks goes through a tunnel under the river at a depth of 32 meters below water level. The tunnel is part of the East-West Metro Corridor, which is 10.8 kilometers long and 5.5 meters wide.

Headquartered in India, Airtel is a global communications solutions provider with over 500 Mn customers in 17 countries across South Asia and Africa. The company ranks amongst the top three mobile operators globally and its networks cover over two billion people. Airtel is India’s largest integrated communications solutions provider and the second-largest mobile operator in Africa. Airtel’s retail portfolio includes high-speed 4G/5G mobile broadband and Airtel Xstream Fiber that promises speeds up to 1 Gbps with convergence across linear and on-demand entertainment, streaming services spanning music and video, digital payments and financial services. For enterprise customers, Airtel offers a gamut of solutions that includes secure connectivity, cloud and data center services, cyber security, IoT, Ad Tech and CPaaS (Airtel IQ). For more details visit www.airtel.com

Tech Mahindra and TOTSCo To Develop Messaging Platform for the UK Telecoms Industry

Built on state-of-the-art cloud architecture, the industry wide message-exchange platform enables the new one touch switch process for CSPs

Tech Mahindra, a leading provider of digital transformation, consulting, and business re-engineering services and solutions, today announced a strategic partnership with TOTSCo (The One Touch Switching Company Ltd) to design, build and operate a message-exchange platform for the UK telecom industry. The platform will be used by all UK retail communications service providers to enable the new one touch switch process for residential fixed broadband and voice services.

The platform is built with a state-of-the-art cloud-native architecture that ensures security, robustness, and scalability. This will allow consumers to switch telecom service providers seamlessly and take advantage of the range of services available. Easier switching allows end users to choose the best price and service as per their requirements.

Vikram Nair, President - EMEA Business, Tech Mahindra, said, “Ofcom has laid out a clear task for the communications industry to provide gainer-led, one-touch switching for residential customers. Through this strategic partnership, Tech Mahindra will develop an industry wide messaging platform, TOTSCo Hub, enabling customers to switch between communication providers seamlessly. The partnership will leverage Tech Mahindra's extensive telecom expertise, particularly in handling end-to-end switching services, alongside cutting-edge IT technology and services to establish a messaging platform.”

TOTSCo Hub will utilize Comviva’s BlueMarble Business Support System (BSS) platform and WSO2's API Management (Application Programming Interface) and Integration software for Communication Provider (CP) Management. Together, Tech Mahindra and TOTSCo will support the management of the platform which will facilitate easy integration of delivery and operations teams across multiple domains such as business, IT, infrastructure, and security.

Paul Bradbury, CEO, TOTSCo, said, “We are pleased to partner with Tech Mahindra to deliver a secure, robust, and reliable platform that will play a central role in UK residential fixed broadband and voice switching. We chose to partner with Tech Mahindra following a rigorous procurement exercise and I am confident that together we will deliver to industry the right solution at the right cost.”

Tech Mahindra is a chosen transformation partner for the global communications and connectivity industry, working with 40+ Communications Services Providers (CSPs) in the UK and Europe. The organisation is actively engaged with 70+ leading wireline, wireless, and broadband operators across Europe, Asia-Pacific, and North America.
About TOTSCo

TOTSCo is a not-for-profit member owned company established by the UK telecommunications industry to deliver switching processes for fixed broadband and voice services. The TOTSCo Hub is the name given to the messaging platform that will carry customer details and other required data and messages between gaining and losing providers.

Tech Mahindra offers innovative and customer-centric digital experiences, enabling enterprises, associates, and society to Rise for a more equal world, future readiness, and value creation. It is a USD 6.5+ billion organization with 146,000+ professionals across 90 countries helping 1250+ global customers, including Fortune 500 companies. It is focused on leveraging next-generation technologies including 5G, Metaverse, Blockchain, Quantum Computing, Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, and more, to enable end-to-end digital transformation for global customers. It is the first Indian company in the world to have been awarded the Sustainable Markets Initiative’s Terra Carta Seal, which recognises global companies that are actively leading the charge to create a climate and nature-positive future. It is the fastest growing brand globally in ‘brand value rank’ and among the top 7 IT brands globally in brand strength with AA+ rating. With its NXT.NOW™ framework, Tech Mahindra aims to enhance ‘Human Centric Experience’ for its ecosystem and drive collaborative disruption with synergies arising from a robust portfolio of companies. It aims at delivering tomorrow’s experiences today and believes that the ‘Future is Now’.

Tech Mahindra is part of the Mahindra Group, founded in 1945, one of the largest and most admired multinational federation of companies with 260,000 employees in over 100 countries. It enjoys a leadership position in farm equipment, utility vehicles, information technology, and financial services in India and is the world’s largest tractor company by volume. It has a strong presence in renewable energy, agriculture, logistics, hospitality, and real estate. The Mahindra Group has a clear focus on leading ESG globally, enabling rural prosperity and enhancing urban living, with a goal to drive positive change in the lives of communities and stakeholders to enable them to Rise. 

Airtel Prepays ₹ 8,325 Crores To DoT To Clear High Cost Deferred Liabilities for Spectrum Acquired in 2015

Bharti Airtel (“Airtel”), one of India’s leading telecommunications service providers, has announced that it has prepaid Rs. 8,325 crores to the Department of Telecom (Government of India) towards part prepayment of the deferred liabilities pertaining to spectrum acquired in auction of year 2015 which were at an interest cost of 10%.

In March 2015, Bharti Airtel won spectrum worth Rs 29,129.08 crore in the auctions but had paid Rs 11,374.7 crore. The upfront amount due was Rs 7,832.20 crore.

Airtel has made two rounds of prepayments of Rs 8,815 crore and Rs 8,024 crore in March 2022 and end-July 2023, respectively, leveraging much lower-cost financing avenues available to cut annual interest payouts. Before that in December 2021, Airtel had cleared all dues relating to spectrum purchases in 2014, by prepaying Rs 15,519 crore to the telecom department.

Since the start of this year, Bharti Airtel stock has risen close to about 15%, reaching an all-time high.

About Airtel

Headquartered in India, Airtel is a global communications solutions provider with over 500 million customers in 17 countries across South Asia and Africa. The company ranks amongst the top three mobile operators globally and its networks cover over two billion people. Airtel is India’s largest integrated communications solutions provider and the second largest mobile operator in Africa. Airtel’s retail portfolio includes high-speed 4G/5G mobile broadband, Airtel Xstream Fiber that promises speeds up to 1 Gbps with convergence across linear and on-demand entertainment, streaming services spanning music and video, digital payments and financial services. For enterprise customers, Airtel offers a gamut of solutions that includes secure connectivity, cloud and data center services, cyber security, IoT, Ad Tech and cloud-based communication. For more details, visit www.airtel.com

Nokia Launches 6G Lab in India, To Collab with IISc /IITs for 6G Research

• The 6G Lab is milestone for Nokia in contributing to the ‘Bharat 6G Vision,’ which aims to position India as a key global contributor to the design, development and implementation of 6G technology; the project also highlights Nokia’s commitment to the Indian market.
• Nokia’s lab will be a platform for future collaboration for industry and academic stakeholders on 6G and facilitate the testing of new solutions while establishing their potential for commercialization.

Last week's Wednesday, Nokia announced that it has established a 6G Lab at its Global R&D center in Bengaluru, under 'Bharat 6G Vision,’ introduced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

This first-of-its-kind project aims to accelerate the development of fundamental technologies and innovative use cases underpinned by 6G technology that will address the future needs of both industry and society.

The 6G Lab was inaugurated virtually by the Hon’ble Minister of Railways, Communications, Electronics & IT, Government of India, Mr Ashwini Vaishnaw.

In addition, Nokia is in the process of building research collaborations with premier research institutes in India like IISc/IITs to further scale up the 6G research initiative in India. Late last month, the IIT Kanpur announced its partnership with US-based InterDigital, Inc. for a bilateral research to develop 6G enabling technologies that impact future wireless standards.

Nokia’s 6G lab supports the Government of India’s ‘Bharat 6G Vision', that envisions a key global role for India in the standardization, development, and implementation of 6G technology. The Lab will function as a platform for collaboration for industry stakeholders and facilitate the testing of innovative solutions while establishing their potential for commercialization.

The Lab includes a setup to research ‘Network as a Sensor’ technology that enables the network to sense objects, people and movement without the need for on-board sensors. In the 6G era, ’Network as a Sensor’ has been identified as a key enabling technology that supports the vision of bringing the digital and physical worlds together. Sensing will be fully integrated into the wireless network and operate simultaneously with communication services. This has the potential to enable people to see around corners, gather information about their surroundings and even interact with objects at a distance. The Lab will also provide an experimental platform for researching algorithms, privacy, and sustainable system design.

Nokia is a pioneer in 6G work and is engaged in several global projects and regional initiatives with industry peers, customers, academia, and research institutions. This work aims to form a common view and direction for 6G, including 6G Hexa-X and Hexa-X-II, the first and second phase of the European 6G Flagship. Nokia is also a founding member of the Next G Alliance which is helping to drive the 6G ecosystem in North America and coordinating the German Lighthouse project 6G ANNA.

The Hon’ble Minister of Railways, Communications, Electronics & IT, Government of India, Mr Ashwini Vaishnaw, said: “The inauguration of the Nokia 6G research lab in Bengaluru today is another step towards PM Narendra Modi’s vision of making India an innovation hub. Interesting use cases coming out of this lab will be related to transportation safety, health care and education which will be another big contribution in the entire Digital India suite.”

Nishant Batra, Chief Strategy and Technology Officer of Nokia, said: “Nokia is honored to contribute towards the realization of the Indian government’s ‘Bharat 6G vision’. We look forward to collaborating with key stakeholders to help India become a major player in 6G technology development and adoption; and take its place in the global arena as a leading developer and supplier of advanced telecom technologies and solutions.”

Nokia’s experts at its Bengaluru center will support India’s ambition to make notable contributions towards global 6G technology standards.

Former OpenAI Execs-Founded Anthropic Raises $100 Mn from S. Korea's Largest Telco To Build LLM for Telcos

Anthropic PBC, a US-based artificial intelligence startup and public-benefit corporation, founded by former members of OpenAI, has received investment of $100 million from South Korea's largest Telcom firm SK Telecom.

This follows the previous investment from SK Telecom Venture Capital (SKTVC), the Silicon Valley-based venture capital arm of SK Telecom.

SK Telecom has entered into a partnership agreement with Anthropic to build a large language model (LLM) customized for telcos.

Under the partnership agreement, SK Telecom and Anthropic will jointly develop a multilingual LLM that supports languages, including Korean, English, German, Japanese, Arabic and Spanish.

SK Telecom and Anthropic will work together to bring the multilingual LLM to the Telco AI Platform currently being built by the Global Telco AI Alliance.

In May this year, Anthropic had raised $450 million from investors including Alphabet Inc's Google and Spark Capital. As of July 2023, Anthropic had raised $1.5 billion in Funding.

Founded in 2021 by CEO Dario Amodei and his sister Daniela, former employees of the senior team at OpenAI, Anthropic describes itself as “dedicated to building AI systems that people can rely on and generating research about the opportunities and risks of AI”.

Anthropic differ from OpenAI as — while OpenAI uses reinforcement learning from human feedback (RLHF) to improve safety and reduce harm, Anthropic employs reinforcement learning from AI feedback (RLAIF). The feedback, where one AI model corrects another, is based on a “list of rules or principles,” or what Anthropic calls “Constitutional AI.”

In A Communication Industry Breakthrough, IIT Kanpur Introduces ‘Planar Trefoil Knot Antennas' Compact in Size to Fit in PCBs

• The novel technology, ‘Planar Trefoil Knot Antennas’ has been granted Indian Patent No. 431872 for having unique applications in the communication industry.
• In comparison to the existing bulky 3D knot antennas available in the market, this tri-polarized antenna is a unique technology that is compact in size and can be easily fitted in PCBs, occupying less space.
• This technology that can produce both omnidirectional and directional patterns can benefit telecommunication, healthcare, consumer electronics, aerospace and defense, and other markets.

The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IITK) announces the development of 'Planar Trefoil Knot Antennas,' which can be a breakthrough for the communication industry. It has been developed with the collaborative efforts of Mr. Saurabh Shukla (Ph.D. Student) and Prof. Ayyangar Ranganath Harish from the Department of Electrical Engineering at IIT Kanpur. The novel invention has been granted Indian Patent No. 431872 for having unique applications in the communication industry.

The increasing utilization of wireless systems, wireless communications, and the rising adoption of antenna in consumer electronics such as smartphones, laptops, wearables, tablets and other devices are expected to drive the antenna market over the coming years. Moreover, a significant rise in the need for smart antennas as a result of technological advancements in this segment is expected to provide a boost to the market. IIT Kanpur’s invention can be a great addition to this growing segment.

Prof. Abhay Karandikar, Director of IIT Kanpur, said, “This is a significant development in technology and has far reaching implications for India’s communication and other industries. The technology showcases the ingenuity and expertise of our researchers at IIT Kanpur. Its capability to produce both omnidirectional and directional patterns gives it an edge over the market alternatives. We believe that this invention will revolutionize the way antennas are used in a wide range of applications, contributing to the advancement of wireless systems and meeting the growing demand for smart antennas.”

The 'Planar Trefoil Knot Antennas' marks an important advancement in the communication industry by offering unique applications. This innovative structure can produce both omnidirectional (which radiates and receives energy 360° in the horizontal plane around the antenna) as well as directional patterns (which radiates and receives wave power in a specific direction), providing exceptional versatility for various end-users. The market segments that stand to benefit from this technology include telecommunication, healthcare, consumer electronics, aerospace, defense, and more.

The growing utilization of wireless systems and communications, and RFID (radio-frequency identification) tags to serve security purposes and wireless computer networks, coupled with the rising adoption of antennas in various consumer electronics, is expected to drive the antenna market in the coming years. The advent of 5G technology and the focus on developing PCB (printed circuit boards), LCP (liquid crystalline polymers) and MPI (modified polyimide) solutions further contribute to the anticipated growth.

The 'Planar Trefoil Knot Antennas' technology presents an antenna that finds unique applications in WIFI, WLAN, RFID, indoor communication systems, radar systems, and more. Compared to existing bulky 3D knot antennas available in the market, this invention offers a compact and cost-effective solution that can be easily integrated into PCBs, occupying less space.

While the market potential is promising, there are certain challenges to overcome, including manufacturing costs and the bulky structure of traditional antennas. However, the 'Planar Trefoil Knot Antennas' address these limitations, providing a practical and efficient alternative.

With the successful development of the 'Planar Trefoil Knot Antennas' and the grant of the Indian Patent, IIT Kanpur reaffirms its commitment to pushing the boundaries of innovation and technology.

About IIT Kanpur:

Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur was established on 2nd November 1959 by an Act of Parliament. The institute has a sprawling campus spread over 1055 acres with large pool of academic and research resources spanning across 19 departments, 22 centres, and 3 Interdisciplinary programs in engineering, science, design, humanities, and management disciplines with 540 full-time faculty members and approximately 9000 students. In addition to formal undergraduate and postgraduate courses, the institute has been active in research and development in areas of value to both industry and government. For more information, visit www.iitk.ac.in

‘Willful Misinterpretation of How Digital Economy Works’: IAMAI on Ill-Conceived Recommendations on Draft Telecom Bill from A Section of The Industry

The Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI) in a statement on Friday said that it was appalled at the regression and denigration of the discussion around regulating the digital economy. Far from the government’s stated goal of creating a 1 trillion-dollar digital economy, part of the telecom infrastructure industry has sought to reignite discussions that threaten to erase the progress the Indian tech industry has achieved thus far.

Data released by the Union Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) shows that India’s digital economy has grown tremendously over the past decade, generating over 200 billion US dollars of economic value each year. Integral to this growth has been the compartmentalisation of legislations regulating carriage and content. By regulating carriage and content separately, India has enabled the growth of both OTT service providers as well as traditional telecommunication service providers. The rapid creation of India’s 100+ unicorns is a testament to this phenomenon. Despite this astronomical growth that has allowed India to leapfrog into becoming a global start-up hub, the recently concluded consultation on the Draft Telecom Bill betrays either a wilful misinterpretation or a fundamental lack of understanding of how the digital economy works.

An Industry body representing the telecom infrastructure sector has championed the creation of revenue -sharing mechanisms for ‘Over the Top’ (OTT) Layer within the ambit of the Draft Telecom Bill. The implications of this move would be as far-ranging as they would be devastating. Creating room for licensing provisions applicable to over-the-top service providers presents an existential threat to India’s start-up ecosystem by creating herculean barriers to entry. Not only would this mean that aspiring Indian start-ups which are still evolving and developing their business and monetisation models will risk massive compliance costs in their infancy, but also would mean that foreign investors bullish on Indian start-ups may experience a chilling effect owing to the drastic policy uncertainty.

Despite this, certain policy experts continue to propagate fantasies about equitable contributions from stakeholders within the OTT layer, which would only seem to strengthen the gatekeeping abilities of the owners of the infrastructural layer on which OTT services operate. These changes would only establish additional sources of revenues for well-established sectors while leaving the start-up ecosystem vulnerable to compliance costs even when they may be pre revenue.

IAMAI, in its letter to the DoT, expressed grave concern about the impact of these changes on India’s start-up ecosystem and the digital economy. IAMAI also sought to illustrate the success of the extant regulatory framework facilitated the creation of 100+ unicorns and 200+ billion dollars of growth, achievements which have enabled India to dream of a 1 trillion-dollar digital economy.

Considering this, IAMAI has recommended that the scope of telecommunication services be reviewed and be limited to only services which distribute spectrum in a utilisable form. The time-tested distinction between telecom spectrum-controlling entities and spectrum-using companies should be maintained as it has been the basis that has allowed innovation and deeper penetration of the internet in India.

About IAMAI

Established in 2004, the Internet & Mobile Association of India (IAMAI) is a not-for-profit industry body and the country's only organization representing the digital services industry with over 400 Indian and multinational corporations as its members, which include established companies in diverse sectors of the digital ecosystem as well as start-ups. Its mandate is to expand and enhance the online and mobile value-added services sectors. It is dedicated to presenting a unified voice of the businesses it represents to the government, investors, consumers and other stakeholders. IAMAI represents varied sectors such as digital advertising, digital entertainment, TravelTech, online gaming, digital payments, Fintech, digital commerce, Edutech, Healthtech, Agritech, blockchain, Big data, ML, AI & IoT, AR/ VR, LogisticsTech and so on.

For any query please contact: Nilanjan Hajra, Associate Vice President. E-mail ID: h.nilanjan@IAMAI.in Mobile Ph. No. 9163788318

4 Myths About Wi-Fi 6 and Why It is the Great Time to Make the Switch to the New Standard

Wi-Fi 6 is here, and devices supporting the new standard are starting to hit store shelves, both off- and online. Wi-Fi 6 promises to bring faster speeds and greater capacity… but there are some skeptics who believe that we aren’t quite ready for Wi-Fi 6 and that its benefits will only be appreciated later rather than sooner.

We disagree. Let's discuss many of the misconceptions about Wi-Fi 6 and why we believe now is a great time to make the switch and start your transition to using the new standard. But first, what exactly is Wi-Fi 6?

Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) is the latest wireless standard, designed to improve the current Wi-Fi standard, 802.11ac. Key benefits of Wi-Fi 6 over previous standards like Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) include 4x connected capacity, increased data throughput, and faster speeds, resulting in improved performance. This makes Wi-Fi 6 ideal for supporting smart homes with multiple connected devices, 4K & 8K streaming content, large file downloads & uploads, and gigabit internet speed tiers, giving you a more enjoyable Wi-Fi experience.

Now, let’s discuss some of the common myths that surround Wi-Fi 6:

Myth #1: There aren’t many Wi-Fi 6 devices on the market

Wi-Fi 6 enabled devices are readily available today from laptops on the market using Intel’s 10th-gen chips to the latest and greatest smartphones such as Samsung’s Galaxy S10 & Note 10, and Apple’s iPhone 11. With market movers such as Samsung, Apple, and Intel onboard with Wi-Fi 6, you can expect other industry leaders to recognize the benefits of the latest Wi-Fi technology and launch products with Wi-Fi 6.

Myth #2: Most devices will not work with Wi-Fi 6 routers

Wi-Fi 6 routers are 100% backwards compatible with Wi-Fi 5 and older Wi-Fi devices. While you may not get to experience Wi-Fi 6 from day one, you can make sure that your network is ready for new devices with Wi-Fi 6 sooner than later.

Myth #3: Wi-Fi 6 is blazing fast, but only if you have 50+ devices connected

Like-to-like, Wi-Fi 6 increases the speed for even one device by 40% as compared to Wi-Fi 5. If you get one of the newer laptops built-with Intel’s Gig+ technology, you can instantly double the speeds when matched with the right Wi-Fi 6 router.

Myth #4: There are no advantages of upgrading my router to Wi-Fi 6 right away

If your current router is fairly new, isn’t giving you any issues, and you are happy with it, then it’s certainly best to keep it for now and upgrade when the time is right. If you haven’t upgraded your router in a while, your Wi-Fi is slowing to a crawl, and you keep adding more connected devices, then you may consider a Wi-Fi 6 router to help future proof your home.

When it comes to Wi-Fi, NETGEAR has been an industry leader for over 20 years. The company provides the most innovative, reliable, and cutting-edge networking solutions possible. Being a leader, NETGEAR’s suite of Wi-Fi 6 solutions gives access to the most advanced Wi-Fi and are best of routers available in the market.

NETGEAR RBK752

Below are some added benefits of NETGEAR Nighthawk Wi-Fi 6 routers over an average router:

• Wi-Fi 6 routers have a faster CPU, so you may see additional speed benefits if you’re on a Gigabit internet plan
• Wi-Fi 6 provides the fastest real-world speeds and range (2.4 GHz or 5 GHz)
• Wi-Fi 6 routers are ideal for 4K/8K UHD streaming
• Wi-Fi 6 Brings Capacity Beyond Belief - It is faster than ever, and offers 4X increased capacity compared to a Wi-Fi 5.
• Wi-Fi 6 offers upto 12 Wi-Fi streams means more available Wi-Fi bandwidth and less congestion for all the devices on the Wi-Fi network. 
• Wi-Fi 6 Works with Existing Wi-Fi Devices - Supports all current Wi-Fi devices and is backward compatible with older devices.
• Wi-Fi 6 offers a seamless and Consistent Mesh Wi-Fi Coverage- From front door to backyard and in every corner of your home. A dedicated quad-stream Wi-Fi 6 backhaul allows up to four data streams on each band.
• Wi-Fi 6 provides the highest level of performance in busy multi-device households

Make your Wi-Fi feel young again! Here are some best-in-class NETGEAR Nighthawk suite of Wi-Fi 6 routers you should consider buying for your home or office for better and Faster Wi-Fi coverage - NETGEAR NIGHTHAWK AX4 Wi-Fi 6 Router, NETGEAR NIGHTHAWK TRI-BAND AX12 Wi-Fi 6 Router, NETGEAR ORBI RBK752 TRI-BAND Wi-Fi 6 MESH SYSTEM, NETGEAR ORBI RBK853 TRI-BAND Wi-Fi 6 MESH SYSTEM.

About NETGEAR:

NETGEAR (NASDAQ: NTGR) is a global networking company that delivers innovative products to consumers, businesses and service providers. The Company's products are built on a variety of proven technologies such as wireless (WiFi and LTE), Ethernet and power line, with a focus on reliability and ease-of-use. The product line consists of wired and wireless devices that enable networking, broadband access and network connectivity. These products are available in multiple configurations to address the needs of the end-users in each geographic region in which the Company's products are sold. NETGEAR products are sold in approximately 30,000 retail locations around the globe, and through approximately 25,000value-added resellers, as well as multiple major cables, mobile and wire line service providers around the world. The company's headquarters are in San Jose, Calif., with additional offices in approximately 25 countries. More information is available from the NETGEAR investor page or by calling (408) 907-8000. Connect with NETGEAR on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and our blog.

Intel and Broadcom Achieve Major Wi-Fi 7 Industry Milestone

On Thursday, Intel Corporation and Broadcom Inc. showcased the industry’s first cross-vendor Wi-Fi 7 demonstration, with over-the-air speeds greater than 5 gigabits per second. The trial used an Intel® Core™ processor-based laptop with a Wi-Fi 7 solution connected to a Broadcom Wi-Fi 7 access point.

This 7th generation of Wi-Fi, also referred to as IEEE 802.11be or Wi-Fi 7, is an extremely high throughput wireless network that uses 2.4Ghz, 5Ghz, and 6Ghz frequency bands. Wi-Fi 7 leverages advanced technology to maximize overall capacity, decrease latency and increase speed to every device. It is expected that Wi-Fi 7 will be certified by the Wi-Fi Alliance in the latter half of 2023

Wi-Fi 7 is the platform for the next 10 years of wireless experiences, which require higher speeds, lower latency, improved reliability, and greater capacity. Wi-Fi 7 leverages new features including wider 320 MHz channels in unlicensed 6GHz spectrum, higher order 4K QAM data modulation, simultaneous connections across multiple bands with multi-link operation, and improved channel utilization efficiency with multi-resource unit puncturing.

Wi-Fi 7’s deterministic operation enables new product classes, including augmented and virtual reality, ultra-high-definition 16K media streaming, and super-responsive and reliable gaming while supporting large numbers of connected devices in the home or office. And with Wi-Fi 7’s greatly increased speeds, broadband subscribers will get full value from their multi-gigabit internet plans.

This achievement is proof that Wi-Fi 7 has arrived, and Broadcom and Intel will continue to show the additional capabilities of Wi-Fi 7.

Carlos Cordeiro, Intel Fellow and Wireless CTO, Client Computing Group, Intel, said, "We are proud to highlight how next-generation Wi-Fi 7 can make new mobile PC experiences possible. Industry collaboration is essential to ensure we deliver on the promises of this new wireless technology. We would like to thank our colleagues at Broadcom for their great technical cooperation, which helped enable this unprecedented, first-of-its-kind demonstration of ultra-high speed and ultra-low latency Wi-Fi 7."

Vijay Nagarajan, vice president, Wireless Connectivity Division, Broadcom, said, “Today’s milestone sends a clear message: the ecosystem is ready and Wi-Fi 7 is here to deliver extraordinary capacity and blazing fast speeds to extend gigabit broadband. The reliable, low latency communication provided by Wi-Fi 7 is a key element of Broadcom's vision for connecting everything as the Internet evolves to its next iteration replete with immersive experiences. Industry collaboration is key to making this unprecedented connectivity a reality and we were delighted to work with Intel to achieve another industry first.”

DoT Warns E-Commerce Platforms on Illegal Sale and Facilitation of Wireless/Signal Jammers, Boosters and Repeaters

Department of Telecom issues advisory to public on proper use of wireless jammer, booster

Warns e-commerce platforms on illegal facilitation & sale of wireless jammers

Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Ministry of Communications, on 1st July, 2022 issued an advisory to the general public on the proper use of Wireless jammer and booster/ repeaters. Wireless jammer or signal jammer are devices that intentionally jams/ blocks authorized signals such as cellular communications (2G/3G/4G etc.), personal communications (WiFi etc.), navigational communications (GPS etc.) by radiating strong radio energy of similar frequencies.

The use of such jammer, GPS blocker or other signal jamming device is generally illegal, except specifically permitted by Government of India.

According to the latest issued advisory, private sector organizations and/ or private individuals cannot procure/ use jammers in the country. It is also unlawful to advertise, sell, distribute, import or otherwise market jammers in India, except as permitted under the above guidelines. 

It has been stated that the use of cellular signal jammer, GPS blocker or other signal jamming device is generally illegal, except specifically permitted by Government of India. The detailed guidelines in this regard are available at https://cabsec.gov.in/others/jammerpolicy/. 

It has also been stated that it is unlawful to advertise, sell, distribute, import or otherwise market signal jamming devices in India, except as permitted under the guidelines mentioned above.

With regards to signal booster/ repeater it has been stated that it is unlawful to possess, sale, and/ or use mobile signal repeater/ booster by any individual/ entity other than the licensed Telecom Service Providers.

The DoT had issued a notice in January this year too, warning all e-commerce companies from selling or facilitating the sale of wireless jammers on their online platforms. A copy of the above Notice was also circulated to Ministry of Commerce, Department of Promotion of Industry & Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY), CBIC/ Customs, for appropriate actions.

It is unlawful to possess, sale, and/ or use mobile signal repeater/ booster by any individual/entity other than the licensed Telecom Service. In case, consumers are experiencing problems with the quality of service/ connectivity issue, the concerned TSP should be contacted to address the issue.

Global 5G Connections to Reach 3.2 Billion by 2026; Growing 940% as Network Orchestration Tools Maximise Monetisation

A new study from Juniper Research has found that the total number of 5G connections will reach 3.2 billion by 2026; rising from 310 million in 2021. To maximise the monetisation of this significant growth in connections, it predicts that operators will accelerate investment into standalone 5G networks to best position their services to manage future capacity. Standalone 5G networks leverage next-generation technologies, such as network orchestration tools, to enable operators to monetise data‑intensive use cases, like remote healthcare and mobile gaming.

For more insights, download our free whitepaper: How to Monetise Future 5G Services

Operators Must Monetise Value-added 5G Services

The new study, 5G Monetisation: Business Models, Strategic Recommendations & Market Forecasts 2021-2026, identified automating network orchestration tools as a key priority for operators in monetising their 5G services. These tools allow operators to adapt network conditions based on AI analysis of traffic; providing more bandwidth to connections that need it, and maintaining service performance.

By 2026, the report predicts that the average revenue per 5G smartphone connection will fall to $17 globally, from $29 in 2021; significantly impacting operator revenue. To alleviate this decline, it recommends that operators leverage orchestration tools to retain a network’s highest throughput and lowest latency for connections that require it. By utilising this approach, operators can justify charging a premium to these prioritised connections over other 5G connections, and slow this declining average revenue.

Asia Pacific to Account for 2 Billion Connections by 2026

The report found that over 60% of global 5G connections will be located in the Asia Pacific region by 2026. Network orchestration technologies, alongside mmWave frequencies that enable data-intensive 5G services, will be a key driver in creating an ecosystem in this region that allows mobile subscribers to leverage 5G networks for emerging mobile services, whilst maintaining network performance.

Report co-author Dave Bowie remarked: ‘Operators in China, Japan and South Korea have all implemented lower subscription costs, which have accelerated 5G adoption, thus enabling these subscribers to explore novel services that require 5G connectivity.’

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National Internet Exchange of India Launches Neutral Platform for Providing Network and Telecom Services to Its Users

The National Internet Exchange of India (NIXI), today launched NIXI-Mandi. NIXI-Mandi is a neutral platform for providing network and telecom services. It is designed with the concept and aim of facilitating NIXI members with a neutral platform for transacting their business. It is brought so as to extend the services of data centres and telecom service providers to the existing and even the new Internet Service Providers (ISPs).

NIXI-Mandi can be used by members as a compelling value proposition to reach out to prospective clients effectively. Data centres and Telco’s can offer any services be it cross-connects, last-mile connectivity, Cloud computing, International Internet bandwidth to ISP’s.

Sh. Anil Kumar Jain, CEO NIXI on the inauguration of NIXI-Mandi said, 

NIXI-Mandi is the effort of bringing seller and purchaser of various products and services which are being offered by data centres, Telecom Service Providers to our ISPs.

It is an e-commerce platform for the Internet exchange community and the people around us. This has been made possible with the guidance and support of Sh. Ajay Prakash Sawhney, Secretary MeitY and Chairman-NIXI, Board of directors, the entire team of Internet Exchange and efforts of Node officers and BD & Marketing team of NIXI.

NIXI-Mandi is the marketplace that has all the features of an e-platform. This platform is well tested, and sellers have an option to register themselves and various products and services along with specifications and indicative delivery time of the services. There is a possibility for the customer to negotiate and re-negotiate which is not available on normal e-platforms."

The advantages of NIXI-Mandi are:

• For sellers, a ready-made market is available only to a limited number of people
• For purchasers, he/she will be able to get the right price and reduced time in getting a service or product

For more information, please visit: www.niximandi.in

5G Roamers to Surpass 200 Million by 2026 as Operators Pushed to Accelerate Rollouts

4,500% Growth in 5G Roaming Subscribers Over Next 5 Years

Basingstoke, UK – 26th July 2021: A new Juniper Research study has found that the global number of roaming subscribers using 5G services will increase from 4.5 million in 2021 to 210 million in 2026. As the international travel industry recovers from the COVID-19 pandemic, it recommends that operators must now focus on increasing 5G roaming support to accommodate the future rise in demand for data when roaming over 5G networks.

The new research, 5G Roaming Strategies: Future Outlook, Opportunities & Market Forecasts 2021-2026, urges roaming vendors to develop 5G-enabled roaming features such as:

1. Roaming analytics
2. Sponsored roaming
3. Steering of roaming

These services will support the management of an increasing number of 5G roaming connections, the rise in demand for 5G roaming data, and help operators to maximise 5G roaming monetisation.

For more insights, download our free whitepaper: The Rise of the 5G Roaming Empire

5G Roaming Data to Represent 115 Million Hours of 4K Video by 2026

The report predicts that, as 5G roaming proliferates, vendor competition around the 5G-enabled roaming services mentioned above will intensify. Subscribers will expect comparable levels of bandwidth and latency when roaming over 5G to home network connectivity, and roaming vendors must accommodate this demand via value-added services.

The study projects that global roaming data traffic from 5G subscribers will increase from 2.6 PB in 2021 to 770 PB by 2026; representing enough data to stream 115 million hours of 4K video from platforms like Netflix.

5G Technology to Necessitate Roaming Overhaul

In addition, the research found that this anticipated rise in data will necessitate the establishment of novel agreements that explicitly cover 5G roaming data, and provide roaming subscribers with comparable user experiences whilst roaming.

Research author Scarlett Woodford noted “As demand for international travel returns, operators must adjust to the significant uptake of 5G subscriptions during the pandemic. A failure to provide 5G roaming capabilities in key travel destinations will diminish brand reputation amongst subscribers and lead to churn to competitors”


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With 1000 Gbps, Samsung Claims To Achieve 50x Speed in 6G Compared to 5G

South Korean technology giant Samsung claimed to have achieved 50 times faster speed in 6G research compared to 5G.

In a white paper, released by Samsung, entitled "The Next Hyper-Connected Experience for All", the company expects that the completion of the 6G standard and its earliest commercialization date could be as early as 2028, while mass commercialization may occur around 2030.

While 5G was designed to achieve 20 Gbps peak data rate, in 6G, Samsung aim to provide the peak data rate of 1,000 Gbps and a user experienced data rate of 1 Gbps. Examples of 6G performance requirements are a peak data rate of 1,000 Gbps (gigabits per second) and air latency less than 100 microseconds (μs), 50 times the peak data rate and one-tenth the latency of 5G.

Samsung expects that the completion of the 6G standard and its earliest commercialization could be as early as 2028, while mass commercialization may occur around 2030.

Samsung defines three categories of requirements that have to be met to realize 6G services – performance, architectural and trustworthiness requirements.

The architectural requirements of 6G include resolving the issues arising from the limited computation capability of mobile devices as well as implementing AI right from the initial phase of technology development and enabling the flexible integration of new network entities. 

The trustworthiness requirement addresses the security and privacy issues arising from the widespread use of user data and AI technologies.

The Samsung white paper also introduces candidate technologies that could be essential to satisfy the requirements for 6G. These include the use of the terahertz (THz) frequency band, novel antenna technologies to enhance the coverage of high frequency band signals, advanced duplex technologies, the evolution of network topology, spectrum sharing to increase the efficiency of frequency utilization and the use of AI in wireless communications.

5G Services Market Value Forecasted To Reach US$ 250.3 Billion By 2027: Acumen Research And Consulting

Acumen Research and Consulting, a global provider of market research studies, in a recently published report titled “5G Services Market– Global Industry Analysis, Market Size, Opportunities and Forecast, 2020-2027”

LOS ANGELES, April 05, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Global 5G Services Market is expected to grow at a CAGR of around 29.7% from 2020 to 2027 and reach the market value of over US$ 250.3 Bn by 2027.

Asia Pacific will account fastest growing CAGR in the forthcoming years

Asia Pacific is expected to grow at a rapid pace. The region is undergoing a dynamic transformation in terms of the adoption of new technology across a variety of sectors. The expansion of infrastructure in APAC, specifically South Korea, Japan, Singapore, China, Australia, and India, is increasing the deployment of 4G and 5G networks, creating enormous opportunities for the implementation of 5G services. Furthermore, with a large mobile subscriber base, businesses in this region are becoming more competitive and focusing on providing better customer service. Due to its size, diversity, and strategic leadership of Singapore, South Korea, Australia, and Japan, the region is poised to dominate 5G services, edge computing, block chain, and 5G core technology.

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Market Driver

5G services transform the mobile broadband experience

5G networks provide an enhanced broadband experience with speeds of up to 1 Gbps and latency of 10ms, as well as a platform for cloud and AI-based services. IT and telecommunications, retail, healthcare, automotive, media and entertainment, BFSI, and agriculture all have different service requirements, such as high bandwidth, low power, ultra-low latency, and high speed. To meet the growing demand for mobile broadband services, network capacity must be increased by utilizing a new spectrum, which will result in the widespread adoption of the 5G core and the deployment of 5G technologies for enhanced mobile broadband services.

Top impacting factors

Factors driving the 5G services market include an increase in the number of IoT devices and edge computing adoption, an increase in demand for content streaming services, and an increase in demand for low latency connectivity in industrial automation. However, challenges with small cell deployment and fiber backhaul implementation are impeding market growth. In contrast, the 5G services market share is expected to grow significantly during the forecast period, owing to opportunities in autonomous vehicles and rising investment in smart cities. Such factors have a positive impact on the growth of the 5G services market.

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Segmental Outlook

The global 5G service market is segmented based on communication type, enterprise, and end-users. By communication type, the market is segmented as FWA, eMBB, URLLC, and MMTC.

Based on the enterprise, the market is segregated as Manufacturing, energy and utilities, media and entertainment, government, transportation and logistics, healthcare, and others. Furthermore, end-user, the market is classified into consumers and enterprises.

According to enterprises, the manufacturing segment is expected to dominate the global 5G service market by capturing a sizable market share. Because 5G services will enable more efficient manufacturing procedures involving more efficient production lines (with machine vision and high definition video for managing different processes), AGVs in factories (autonomous transportation), and machine control, with latency of less than 5ms by using URLLC, it has gained worldwide traction. The enterprise segment is expected to grow at the fastest rate during the forecast period. The rise of 5G as a foundation platform for several new applications in various verticals such as transportation, manufacturing, and healthcare is fueling the growth of the global 5G services market.

Competitive Landscape

The prominent players of 5G services involve AT&T Inc., China Mobile Limited, Verizon Communications Inc., BT Group plc, Deutsche Telekom AG, T-Mobile, Orange S.A., China United Network Communications Group Co., Telstra Corporation Limited, Telefónica, S.A., Rogers Communications Inc, Bell Canada, and among others. 

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Some of the key observations regarding 5G services include:

• In January 2021, AT&T Inc announced the launching of its 5G service in some popular areas and venues across Tampa. 5G+ is AT&T’s name for 5G service delivered using millimeter wave spectrum, which is ideal for high-traffic areas.
  
  
• In January 2021, T-Mobile announced a signing agreement together with Ericsson and Nokia for a five-year, multi-billion dollar agreements to continue advancing and expansion of the country's largest 5G network
  
  
• In February 2021, Orange S.A. announced the launching of a 3.5 GHz 5G network in 15 French municipalities and announced to cover more than 160 municipalities by the end of 2020. This new service offering allowed individuals and businesses to benefit from unprecedented quality of service and helped them developed new use.
  
  
• In January 2021, Nokia announced a partnership with China Mobile for the successful trailing of AI powered RANs to predict bandwidth traffic and detect network anomalies to advance the 5G-RAN architecture
  

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