Smartphone technology
Smartphone technology is the fastest growing and most competitive area of the corporate mobile phone sector, with Apple's iPhone, Google's Android and Microsoft's Windows Phone 7 vying to take over from Blackberry as the smartphone of choice for business users. We look at the latest developments and products and what they mean to enterprise IT.
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02 Oct 2026
Aeris extends IoT eSIM orchestration for physical AI
Physical AI and intelligent connectivity platform intros orchestrator for IoT accelerator, adding support for the GSMA SGP.32 specification alongside single SKU eSIM and identity as a service Continue Reading
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29 Sep 2026
Private 4G/5G network takes off at Ontario International Airport
Southern California’s most popular airport looks to scale for the future with an advanced private wireless network to support security operations and future innovation Continue Reading
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14 Oct 2026
5G value, 6G lead mobile industry trade body’s priorities
Global mobile industry association to focus on maximising the value of 5G, advancing digital inclusion, tackling scams and strengthening global collaboration on 6G Continue Reading
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09 Oct 2026
Major hurdles found in transition to autonomous broadband networks
Research highlights poor device compatibility and inconsistent data as key challenges that must be addressed before broadband networks can become autonomous Continue Reading
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09 Oct 2026
Mastercard commits to offline payment capability in uncertain world
Payment card provider will enable offline payments to be accepted in Europe in the event of power and network outages Continue Reading
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08 Oct 2026
Network data accuracy fears emerge among telcos
Industry survey of 500 senior telecom decision-makers finds operators are flying blind on physical network data – an issue already affecting operations and deal valuations Continue Reading
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02 Oct 2026
Aeris extends IoT eSIM orchestration for physical AI
Physical AI and intelligent connectivity platform intros orchestrator for IoT accelerator, adding support for the GSMA SGP.32 specification alongside single SKU eSIM and identity as a service Continue Reading
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29 Sep 2026
Private 4G/5G network takes off at Ontario International Airport
Southern California’s most popular airport looks to scale for the future with an advanced private wireless network to support security operations and future innovation Continue Reading
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25 Sep 2026
Qualcomm sets out for future at beginning of agentic age
Annual conference of leading mobile platform provider sees transition into harnessing the power of agentic technologies through end product line including PCs, phones, cars and advanced eyewear Continue Reading
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17 Sep 2026
Home Office challenged on ‘farcical’ secrecy over Apple ‘backdoor’ order
UK government argues that national security would be damaged if it departs from ‘neither confirm nor deny policy’ on Apple ‘backdoor’ notice Continue Reading
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17 Sep 2026
London infrastructure planning rules could see £2.7bn output loss
Report calls for mobile connectivity needs to be addressed, identifying mobile sites earlier and introducing mechanisms to speed up infrastructure replacement Continue Reading
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16 Sep 2026
Verizon furthers forum for 6G development
Leading US comms provider expands 6G ecosystem readiness alongside pre-standard integrated sensing and communication Continue Reading
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15 Sep 2026
Zopa Bank launches voice-controlled banking
Digital challenger bank is removing more manual tasks by offering customers the ability to bank through natural speech Continue Reading
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15 Sep 2026
Soaring phone component costs threaten global connectivity divide
Report on wireless internet connectivity calls for urgent action to boost access to affordable smartphones and ensure AI reaches everyone Continue Reading
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15 Sep 2026
Nokia looks to gain AI edge for more resilient field operations
Comms tech provider releases platform designed to offer edge computing and operational AI in a single field-deployable system, initially for mining, public safety and defence Continue Reading
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14 Sep 2026
UK rolls out digital ID for alcohol sales
Changes to the law that will enable the retail and hospitality industry to introduce digital identity checks for alcohol sales are being rolled out Continue Reading
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11 Sep 2026
US lawmakers call for UK court to lift secrecy over Apple ‘backdoor’ surveillance
Congress warns that the UK’s unprecedented secrecy over a ‘backdoor’ surveillance order against Apple is straining relations between the two countries Continue Reading
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11 Sep 2026
AI improves reliability of 5G multicast broadcasting
Japanese university study presents ‘lightweight’ approach for improving the reliability of mobile broadcasting to help prevent temporary video freezing caused by lost data during wireless transmission Continue Reading
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08 Sep 2026
Virgin Media O2 launches £3m tech reuse fund
UK comms operator announces technology fund after research reveals that while 1.5 million people across the UK remain digitally excluded, around 460 million devices are sitting unused Continue Reading
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07 Sep 2026
UK gov selects Open Cosmos as sovereign comms framework provider
Oxfordshire space company approved to provide deployable comms to the UK government’s Tactical Communications framework, mapped to series of upcoming contracts over the next eight years Continue Reading
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07 Sep 2026
Orange acquires Dome tech to boost private 5G core offer
Telco swoops for tech developed by Obvios to strengthen sovereign connectivity offering for defence, public safety and critical infrastructure organisations Continue Reading
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03 Sep 2026
Digital Catapult to deliver UK’s Assured 5G Technical Authority programme
UK deep tech innovation organisation appointed tech leader in next stage next stage of innovation programme set to develop and deploy secure 5G networks across the UK Continue Reading
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03 Sep 2026
CW@60: My life as an alt-tech geek
Computer Weekly's tech-writer-in-chief Cliff Saran explains why he is perfectly suited to the job Continue Reading
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28 Aug 2026
US citizens hold onto iPhones longer than ever
Research finds mobile trade-in programmes return $1.43bn to US consumers in second quarter of 2026 as smartphones reach four-year upgrade milestone Continue Reading
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27 Aug 2026
Meta pays $18bn to settle US child safety lawsuit
As part of a legal settlement over its child safety measures, Meta will have to pay $18bn over a 10-year period, and implement a number of changes to its Facebook and Instagram platforms Continue Reading
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27 Aug 2026
Boldyn deploys 5G RedCap for smart livestock monitoring
Connected agriculture programme teams with neutral host provider to give farmers near real-time insight into livestock-building conditions, supporting animal welfare and farm resilience Continue Reading
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27 Aug 2026
Public wary of UK government ‘backdoor’ surveillance following Apple row, poll reveals
A poll of 2,000 UK citizens taken after the government issued a secret order seeking access to Apple users’ encrypted data finds that the public is sceptical of government surveillance powers Continue Reading
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26 Aug 2026
Research ‘challenges assumption’ that older generation is less confident with fintech
Older people are more confident managing money online, despite the perception that young tech-savvy people have an advantage Continue Reading
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25 Aug 2026
UK fintech investment plummets over past six months
Lowest level of fintech investment since 2016 after ‘challenging’ start to 2026, according to KPMG Continue Reading
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20 Aug 2026
EE gets in 5G Fast Lane with dedicated commercial network slice
UK mobile operator to offer country’s first commercial network slice that gives both consumers and small businesses dedicated 5G+ connectivity at the busiest times on the network Continue Reading
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19 Aug 2026
Lynk, Omnispace complete merger with Elveo Mobile launch
Recently merged company set to deliver resilient next-generation connectivity, spectrum flexibility and compute power directly to mobile devices across the world Continue Reading
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18 Aug 2026
Apple addresses multiple WebKit vulnerabilities
Apple’s latest security updates address a swathe of WebKit vulnerabilities, many of them apparently discovered using OpenAI tools Continue Reading
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18 Aug 2026
IBM Consulting joins GSMA Open Gateway API initiative
Mobile trade body’s open tech initiative expands to include support from IT giant to accelerate enterprise adoption of network application programming interface Continue Reading
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18 Aug 2026
Ericsson, MediaTek achieve decimetre-level 5G network accuracy
Global comms tech providers complete test for high-precision outdoor positioning over a commercial mobile 5G network with potential in industrial, mission-critical and enterprise use cases Continue Reading
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17 Aug 2026
Non-geostationary satellite orbit services reshape maritime connectivity
Novaspace forecasts VSAT-equipped vessel fleet will exceed 600,000 as demand for digital operations, crew welfare and high-capacity connectivity accelerates Continue Reading
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17 Aug 2026
‘Connectivity confidence’ could add £115.5bn to UK economy
Research from leading UK mobile operator reveals the need to boost mobile connectivity confidence in the UK Continue Reading
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17 Aug 2026
UK Shared Rural Network roll-out passes key target
Over 150 4G mast upgrades are now live across the UK’s national parks as part of the Shared Rural Network, as target of having 4G coverage across 95% of the UK has been achieved a year ahead of schedule Continue Reading
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14 Aug 2026
Wholesale routing choices create ‘massive’ eSIM performance gaps
Latest analysis by Ookla finds hidden challenges in wholesale embedded subscriber identity module infrastructure and routing architecture, even for users on the exact same host network Continue Reading
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13 Aug 2026
Telna, MTN Bayobab deliver eSIM services across Africa
Managed connectivity and mobile services provider partners with leading African telco to deliver travel embedded SIM services across multiple markets across the continent Continue Reading
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12 Aug 2026
EE maintains UK mobile quality leadership
Report assessing UK mobile performance in the first half of 2026 finds BT-owned leading provider fends off growing competition to lead in nation-wide market testing Continue Reading
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03 Aug 2026
Apple files fresh claim against Home Office move to access encrypted cloud data
Apple has filed another legal complaint over a secret Home Office order requiring the supplier to provide access to encrypted iCloud data stored by UK customers Continue Reading
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30 Jul 2026
Police monitored phone data of BBC security editor Brian Rowan to identify confidential sources
Northern Ireland police monitored phone communications of former BBC security editor Brian Rowan after he wrote about a police and MI5 agent in Northern Ireland Continue Reading
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29 Jul 2026
Firefighters look to the skies to stay connected during wildfire response
Firefighters responding to the wildfire near Tintwistle in north of England take advantage of satellite comms to remain connected in area with no traditional mobile coverage Continue Reading
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28 Jul 2026
Cellular IoT connectivity market powers on
Research predicts robust growth for cellular internet of things sector, projecting 6.5 billion IoT devices connected to networks worldwide by 2030, generating annual connectivity revenues of €21.5bn Continue Reading
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23 Jul 2026
MI5 and PSNI ordered to pay damages to BBC journalist Vincent Kearney over unlawful surveillance
The Security Service, MI5 and the Police Service of Northern Ireland have been ordered to pay damages to former BBC journalist Vincent Kearney following multiple attempts to identify his confidential sources Continue Reading
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23 Jul 2026
Samsung brings Galaxy ecosystem into eyewear
Smart devices developed with Gentle Monster and Warby Parker intended to show how intelligent eyewear can become part of a user’s personal style Continue Reading
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22 Jul 2026
‘Modest but notable’ regional spread of fintech funding in UK
Hubs outside London have made some headway in the UK fintech sector, but overall funding has dropped Continue Reading
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22 Jul 2026
Journalist Richard Medhurst had his mobile phone seized. Did using a secure phone protect his data?
How can journalists protect confidential data and sources on their phones when crossing borders? Continue Reading
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20 Jul 2026
Interview: Virgin Media O2's Dana Haidan on growing a green strategy
Virgin Media O2’s CSO Dana Haidan is driving growth by embedding sustainability into core strategy, slashing emissions, boosting circularity and championing digital inclusion Continue Reading
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07 Jul 2026
Druid Software acquires Node-H to accelerate private 4G, 5G
Core network software provider adds team and IP assets of RAN software and user equipment technologies developer to increase capacity to support customers and partners Continue Reading
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07 Jul 2026
How 5GA and AI are reshaping heritage tourism
From Xi’an’s immersive heritage experiences to Dubai’s smart tourism ambitions, Shaanxi’s blend of 5G-Advanced networks, generative AI and digital cultural preservation offers a blueprint for the future of destination experiences Continue Reading
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07 Jul 2026
Complaint urges ban on ‘unlawful’ Europol processing of personal data
Migration campaign group Front-Lex has filed a complaint to Europe’s data protection watchdog, calling for a ban on Europol’s data processing operations that do not comply with EU law, following an investigation by Computer Weekly, Solomon and Correctiv Continue Reading
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02 Jul 2026
UKtech50 2026: The most influential people in UK technology
Computer Weekly has announced the 16th annual UKtech50 – our definitive list of the movers and shakers in the UK tech sector Continue Reading
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01 Jul 2026
Open Cosmos takes Earth observation into near-real time
Space company unveils next generation of Earth observation satellites designed to deliver near-real-time intelligence from space, and transform how large enterprises respond to climate disasters and security threats Continue Reading
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30 Jun 2026
Samsung, KDDI complete AI-based 5G SA network optimisation trial
CE giant and leading Japanese telco reveal AI-powered radio access network optimisation service designed to deliver up to 52% improvement in 5G downlink throughput Continue Reading
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24 Jun 2026
Truecaller rings up Telna to power in-app travel eSIM service
Caller ID and spam call-blocking service selects multi-network infrastructure to power its recently launched travel eSIM service, allowing users to buy and activate a global eSIM directly in app Continue Reading
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22 Jun 2026
HMD Secure, Qualcomm and StreamWIDE forge NR Sidelink collaboration
Partnership unveils NR Sidelink-powered device-to-device communications boasting tech firsts for first responders and critical infrastructure teams operating beyond network coverage Continue Reading
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22 Jun 2026
Ericsson and unveils national 5G, 6G, AI test centre in Sweden
Global comms tech provider invests more than SEK 300m to create ‘unique’ test environment for next-generation mobile networks to shorten time for market-ready solutions Continue Reading
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22 Jun 2026
Wimbledon’s ‘hidden court 19’ uses IBM Bob to complete 10 years’ work in months
IBM unleashed its artificial intelligence-driven software development technology in preparation for the latest Wimbledon tennis tournament Continue Reading
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19 Jun 2026
Scotland officially launches own NHS app
People in Scotland are able to download the first version of the MyCare.scot app on their smartphones, following the roll-out of the web-based version Continue Reading
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19 Jun 2026
4G persists as 5G availability and usage gap widens across Europe
Research reveals that the vast majority of Europe’s connectivity is still over 4G, and while the performance uplift of 5G Standalone is real, deployment in the region is localised to just 11 networks Continue Reading
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19 Jun 2026
Keysight’s chief technologist on the path to 6G
Balaji Raghothaman, Keysight’s chief technologist for 6G, discusses what it takes for the telecoms industry to move to 6G, from supporting AI workloads to integrating with satellites connectivity and driving enterprise use cases Continue Reading
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18 Jun 2026
Rising memory costs reshape smartphone economics
Smartphone trade-in market data reveals new dynamics as higher device prices drive greater reliance on trade-ins and refurbished units Continue Reading
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18 Jun 2026
F1 Japanese Grand Prix podiums with 5G SA and mmWave use cases
Ericsson and SoftBank reveal Formula One success in balancing diverse communication services on a single 5G network through the convergence of network slicing and mmWave Continue Reading
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18 Jun 2026
Applied Materials unveils integrated visual system for next-gen smart glasses
Co-optimised smart glasses system designed to bring high-performance augmented reality displays to market faster, featuring improved visual performance, integration and scalable manufacturing Continue Reading
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17 Jun 2026
Uplink traffic gains momentum as 5G subscriptions top three billion
Research from Ericsson counts 162 million new 5G subscriptions in the first quarter of 2026, bringing the total to 3.1 billion, with steadily growing service offerings based on 5G SA network slicing Continue Reading
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15 Jun 2026
FCC gives assist to World Cup nets as Virgin Media O2 warns of broadband surge
US comms and broadcast regulator reveals role in supporting World Cup network infrastructure, while leading UK operator warns of broadband and mobile network surges Continue Reading
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11 Jun 2026
Telefónica and Halotech drive smart industrial safety with IoT and AI
Firms unite to offer advanced industrial safety solutions, combining IoT connectivity with AI-powered sensors, to anticipate risk situations Continue Reading
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11 Jun 2026
Wi-Fi 7 gains ground but advanced Wi-Fi standards lag in Europe
Study reveals wireless internet market in flux with Wi-Fi 4 in rapid decline, Wi-Fi 6 the net recipient, and Wi-Fi 7 beginning to scale but only in the most advanced markets Continue Reading
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05 Jun 2026
Widespread struggle to gain effective connectivity on UK trains
Study from national regulator reveals mobile performance was poor on 58% to 83% of tests carried out on UK trains Continue Reading
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02 Jun 2026
Direct-to-cell growth hits headwinds while 6G set for rapid uptake
Research predicts monthly active satcom users to reach over 130 million by 2031, but usage forecast to be lower than anticipated, while 6G services set to grow from 4.6 million in 2029 to 2.9 billion in 2035 Continue Reading
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02 Jun 2026
Virgin Media O2 to switch on O2 Satellite for iPhone
Leading UK operator offers satellite comms links direct to leading Apple devices, initially supporting messaging and data across a range of apps Continue Reading
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02 Jun 2026
EE accelerates UK 5G+ roll-out and teams with Meta to boost mobile video
UK mobile provider activates advanced 5G connectivity at more than 25 major events and in more than 30 tourist destinations, and teams with social media giant to bring about smoother video Continue Reading
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20 May 2026
Spanish police ‘systematically’ hid cryptophone intercepts from courts, claims ex chief
Former Spanish police chief, on trial for drug trafficking, claims UK and Colombian police assisted in creating fictitious intelligence reports to hide use of intercept from encrypted phone networks Sky ECC and Anom Continue Reading
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20 May 2026
Ericsson and Telstra team up for Australian 6G development
Australian operator and global comms tech provider join forces on 6G development work spanning research, standards and real-world testing looking to pave way for the next era of advanced connectivity Continue Reading
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15 May 2026
Ericsson elevates wireless WAN from failover to foundational
Adapter with wireless wide area network orchestration said to be able to deliver enhanced resiliency and simplified wireless operations at scale for modern distributed enterprises Continue Reading
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13 May 2026
Implementation gap threatens progress in AI and 5G
Despite current patchy deployment of key 5G services, study finds that across regions, company sizes and markets, telecoms leaders are strikingly confident about their ability to capture the next wave of growth Continue Reading
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12 May 2026
Space42 appoints Skylo to power D2D satellite connectivity
AI-powered SpaceTech company enlists non-terrestrial network service provider to enable standards-based D2D connectivity over Thuraya-4 geostationary satellite Continue Reading
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11 May 2026
What businesses need to fix now to avoid expensive 6G lock-ins
6G networks will be coming over the course of the next three to four years, offering more unprecedented capability than their predecessors, but this does not mean unprecedented amounts need to be spent to make them viable Continue Reading
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11 May 2026
BT scores Euro 2028 connectivity deal
UK’s leading telco appointed Official Telecommunications Partner of the UEFA European Football Championship 2028, with BT launching products and services designed for customers nationwide Continue Reading
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07 May 2026
Extreme Connect 26: Wi-Fi 7 line aims to address needs of 6GHz era
Wi-Fi 7 access points designed to provide reliable, high-speed connectivity and key deployment made at University of Florida arena Continue Reading
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01 May 2026
First-quarter revenues fall but VMO2 sees brighter prospects for fiscal year
Leading UK comms operator VMO2 says financial performance for the first three months of 2026 lays foundations for full fiscal year, with targeted network investments across expanding coverage area Continue Reading
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30 Apr 2026
EE evolves 5G strategy after major usage surge
UK’s leading mobile provider announces set of 5G+ network upgrades as it continues coverage roll-out while embarking on plan to improve overall performance at scale Continue Reading
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30 Apr 2026
UK businesses being held back by growing ‘complexity trap’
Research from O2 Business finds that rising technology and operational demands are undermining confidence in long-term growth Continue Reading
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29 Apr 2026
Boldyn, EE, TfL deploy ESN infrastructure across London Underground
Neutral host provider selected to deliver 4G mobile network infrastructure to enable Emergency Services Network across London Underground, supporting delivery of a critical national comms programme Continue Reading
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29 Apr 2026
Leeds Bradford Airport takes mobile connectivity to higher altitude
Neutral host provider installs all-operator 4G mobile connectivity to English airport’s refurbished terminal and newly opened extension as an ongoing managed service, ensuring connectivity for passengers and staff Continue Reading
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24 Apr 2026
Eseye boosts global IoT resilience with SGP.32 eSIM orchestration
Internet of things connectivity provider combines SGP.32 remote provisioning with multi-IMSI, intelligent fallback and managed eSIM orchestration to ensure resilient global IoT connectivity Continue Reading
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23 Apr 2026
5G market enters selective and strategic phase of development
Research finds 5G market no longer defined simply by how many 5G networks exist, but by what those networks are becoming, shaped by ability of operators to translate technical capability into commercial value Continue Reading
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23 Apr 2026
SITA launches campus network to keep airport operations connected
Air transport industry technology provider taps networking giant to keep transport hubs connected and running smoothly, without the cost and effort of managing networks in-house Continue Reading
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14 Apr 2026
Turkey launches nationwide 5G services with ambitious domestic production targets
Country’s three mobile operators go live across all 81 provinces following $2.95bn spectrum auction, with government mandating 60% local content requirements Continue Reading
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13 Apr 2026
Sateliot launches €100m series C financing round
Barcelona-based satellite operator announces investment that will see use in financing deployment of constellation and starts selection process for a lead investor in new round expected to close in summer Continue Reading
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02 Apr 2026
Wilson Connectivity, Autonomous Systems team for in-building wireless service
Joint development brings AI-ready, automated monitoring and real-time service assurance to indoor distributed antenna system and private network deployments Continue Reading
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02 Apr 2026
North America drives video telematics market to 22 million units by 2030
Study from M2M/IoT market research firm finds installed base of active video telematics systems growing at a steady clip driven by North America and camera technology enhancements Continue Reading
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01 Apr 2026
AI-driven operating model key to cloud-native, autonomous networks
Operator-driven guidance outlines how mobile network operators can adopt AI-based operating models to enable increasingly autonomous network operations Continue Reading
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01 Apr 2026
SpaceLocker launches first shared satellite mission
French startup looks to redefine space infrastructure by turning satellites into shared platforms, and claims faster, more sustainable missions Continue Reading
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31 Mar 2026
Virgin Media O2 accelerates UK 5G upgrade programme
UK operator inks multi-year agreements with strategic essential equipment partners to upgrade radio access network to next-generation 5G technology, boosting capacity, coverage and reliability Continue Reading
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31 Mar 2026
HMRC is watching you…
In this week’s Computer Weekly, we investigate how HM Revenue & Customs has been quietly building its surveillance capabilities to crack down on tax fraud. We find out how a new supercomputer is helping the UK Atomic Energy Authority research nuclear fusion. And we visit Estonia to learn why its healthtech startups are targeting the NHS. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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30 Mar 2026
‘Hot’ property: Azzurri Group’s chicken chain and the greenfield tech opportunity
Dave’s Hot Chicken provides rare ‘greenfield’ tech development opportunity for Azzurri Group, says tech director Jim Hingston, amid rumours of an imminent sale of the US-themed food chain Continue Reading
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23 Mar 2026
Avaya finds louder voice for mission-critical comms platform
Enterprise software provider unveils mission-critical platform to deliver secure, zero-downtime voice communications for environments including government, healthcare, financial and emergency services Continue Reading
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23 Mar 2026
Trade-ins returned $6.4bn to US mobile consumers in 2025
Quarterly study of US mobile trade-in arena finds that strong interest in new features – paired with clear, competitive promotions – drove record trade-in value in full‑year 2025 data Continue Reading
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19 Mar 2026
Apple issues first Background patch for WebKit browser flaw
Apple’s first ever Background Security Update fixes a WebKit browser engine bug that could enable threat actors to see and steal important data from their victims Continue Reading
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17 Mar 2026
AI tools offer ‘near-real-time’ analysis of data from seized mobile phones and computers
Cellebrite demonstrates how AI tools are able to analyse the contents of mobile phones and computers during crime investigations Continue Reading
