Rethink of vendor strategies likely for mobile operators in wake of UK report on Huawei
Mobile network operators are likely reassessing vendor strategies after the UK government unveiled a security report with adverse implications for...
Terrestrial Connectivity
Mobile operators look to satellite communications to improve 5G monetisation
Growing satellite/terrestrial convergence will broaden 5G revenue streams, with ubiquitous connectivity potentially providing a foundational layer for the next ‘killer...
Post-pandemic planning in terrestrial connectivity spawns advent of special purpose acquisition vehicles
Post-pandemic planning is taking hold in terrestrial connectivity, including the sudden appearance of special purpose acquisition companies seeking nearly US$1.5bn...
Focus on detail key as connectivity and technology companies form alliances on private networks
Connectivity providers are increasingly selective about their partnerships with technology companies as they consider options for network strategies amid bullish...
Consolidation afoot in European and Asian communications infrastructure as sector players underline tactic
Several players in the European and Asian communications infrastructure markets are signaling their intent to consolidate as M&A and investments...
US and Europe incubators opening up more 5G investment opportunities
More connectivity investment opportunities are surfacing as technology providers keen on 5G innovation have recently launched at least three incubators in...
T-Mobile girds for 5G clash as other connectivity ecosystems lurk on horizon
T-Mobile could be preparing to battle cable while aligning with providers of satellite connectivity as the US MNO launches a flurry...
Race is on to secure satellite cloud opportunity as Azure Orbital expands market | Viewpoint
More satellite exposure from businesses outside the historically government-backed industry is key to the market’s long-term viability, particularly as it...
Satellite-cellular network integration coming into view
Greater simplicity for consumer and commercial users amid stepped-up 5G broadband connectivity is a key selling point for the integration...
Economic hardship boosts prepaid and could prompt more MVNO deals as Verizon buys Tracfone
The economic environment is encouraging more MNOs to acquire MVNOs, as Verizon buys Tracfone in the US in a strategy-changing prepaid push. Value...
