1. Ramp secures $150M, valuation hits $13B
Fintech giant Ramp has completed a $150 million secondary sale, bringing its valuation to $13 billion as it continues expanding its expense management and financial automation solutions. Source
2. InvestiFi and Madison County FCU partner
Madison County Federal Credit Union has teamed up with InvestiFi to integrate digital investing tools into its banking services, allowing members to invest seamlessly from their checking accounts. Source
3. PayNet and university launch cashless campus
Payments firm PayNet has partnered with a Malaysian university to introduce a fully cashless campus, enhancing digital payment adoption among students and staff. Source
4. SoftBank says AI-RAN builds on Open RAN
SoftBank claims its AI-RAN technology enhances Open RAN’s capabilities, optimizing network performance through AI-driven automation and efficiency improvements. Source
5. Intelsat pushes satellite-terrestrial integration
Intelsat emphasizes the future of satellite communications lies in seamless integration with terrestrial networks, ensuring better global connectivity. Source
6. Nokia launches cloud-native 5G voice core
Nokia has introduced a cloud-native 5G voice core for Boost Mobile, enhancing voice service performance and network efficiency. Source
7. Axiom Space to equip Moon missions with 4G
Axiom Space plans to integrate 4G connectivity into its lunar spacesuits, ensuring astronauts have reliable communications on the Moon. Source
8. Telefónica CEO continues M&A strategy
Telefónica’s new CEO maintains the company’s focus on mergers and acquisitions, emphasizing strategic growth at MWC 2025. Source
9. Samsung and AWS simplify AI-driven RAN
Samsung has partnered with AWS to streamline large-scale RAN deployments using AI, improving network automation and efficiency. Source
10. Vodafone, AST SpaceMobile launch satellite service
Vodafone is collaborating with AST SpaceMobile to introduce a joint European satellite service aimed at enhancing mobile coverage. Source
11. NTT Docomo launches OREX private 5G
NTT Docomo has unveiled OREX, a private 5G solution designed to offer flexible and scalable enterprise connectivity. Source
12. CORD DCU expands global connectivity services
CORD DCU is enhancing its global connectivity services, aiming to support enterprises with scalable and secure networking solutions. Source
13. VMO2 and Cisco advance AI-driven networking
Virgin Media O2 and Cisco are collaborating to enhance AI-driven networking, focusing on automation and improved performance. Source
14. Elon Musk, SoftBank CEO discuss investments
Elon Musk and SoftBank’s CEO reportedly discussed potential investment collaborations, fueling speculation about future ventures. Source
15. Nokia to acquire Infinera for $2.3B
Nokia has announced a $2.3 billion acquisition of Infinera, aiming to strengthen its optical networking capabilities. Source
