Europe and Middle East National Telecom Trends
Europe and Middle East National Telecom Trends
National Telecom trend intelligence tracks national telecom market trends, 5G rollout, fibre modernisation, wholesale network strategy, spectrum pressure, and digital infrastructure investment in Europe and the Middle East, giving readers a fuller view of the demand shifts, capacity constraints, platform strategies, capital timing, regulatory pressure, and operating assumptions behind the market.
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Samsung and Orange France trial 4G & 5G on virtualised RAN
Samsung and Orange France successfully completed 4G/5G virtualised RAN network tests, advancing future network development.
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Vodafone and AST SpaceMobile launch SatCo for D2D broadband
What happened: SatCo JV to bring satellite broadband to smartphones Vodafone and AST SpaceMobile formed a 50/50 joint venture called SatCo. They chose Luxembourg for the headquarters. SatCo will offer satellite direct‑to‑device (D2D) mobile broadband. It targets operators across…
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Ofcom unveils mobile signal coverage checker ‘Map Your Mobile’
What happened: Ofcom enabling consumers assess mobile network coverage by postcode. Ofcom has introduced ‘Map Your Mobile‘, an advanced online tool designed to provide UK consumers with detailed insights into mobile network coverage and performance. the platform allows users to…
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Verizon, Nokia power private 5G rollout across Thames Freeport
What happened: Private 5G deployment at Thames Freeport Verizon Business has landed a new contract to build out Private 5G networks across Thames Freeport, one of the UK’s key logistics and manufacturing zones. The rollout, which started in June 2025, covers sites including DP…
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Vodafone uses satellites to align mobile antennas
What happened: Vodafone trials satellite-based antenna monitoring Vodafone is testing a new way to monitor its mobile antenna network using satellite imagery. The telecoms company has partnered with M2MTech, a UK-based start-up supported by the European Space Agency (ESA), to…
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BT says nearly half of UK small firms face cyber attacks
What happened: BT survey reveals rising cyber threats for SMEs BT has revealed that nearly half (48%) of small businesses in the UK have been hit by a cyber attack in the past year, based on new data from its cybersecurity research. The telecoms group surveyed over 1,000…
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UK SMEs face cyber threats as 2 million skip cybersecurity training
BT reports 2 million SMEs lack cybersecurity training as phishing and ransomware threats rise across the UK.
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Swedish military teams up with Telia and Ericsson on defense tech
What happened: Sweden secures telecom partnership for defense upgrades The Swedish Armed Forces start a new deal with telecom company Telia and equipment maker Ericsson. The aim is to improve military communication. The plan, shared on 17 June, includes secure mobile networks. It…
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Openreach moves businesses off PSTN to avoid future disruption
What happened: Openreach urges UK businesses to upgrade from PSTN ahead of 2025 switch-off Openreach, a division of BT Group, has launched a national push urging UK businesses to move away from the ageing Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) before its full retirement in…
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Deutsche Telekom and Unikie test 5G vehicle logistics system
What happened: Deutsche Telekom and Unikie partner on automated vehicle logistics Deutsche Telekom has joined forces with Finnish software specialist Unikie to advance automated vehicle logistics, starting with a partnership at Volkswagen’s AutoLog terminal in Emden, Germany.…
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BT weighs TalkTalk takeover to expand broadband market share
What happened BT Group is considering a potential acquisition of TalkTalk, one of the UK’s smaller broadband providers, according to The Guardian. The move comes amid TalkTalk’s search for buyers or restructuring options, following declining profits and heightened competition. BT…
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Telefónica gears up for bold bid on Vodafone Spain
Telefónica explore a possible acquisition of Vodafone Spain Telefónica, under the leadership of its recently installed CEO Marc Murtra, has reportedly engaged investment bank AZ Capital to assess a potential takeover of Vodafone Spain. Expansion first revealed the appointment…
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Twilio and Orange expand RCS messaging in France
What happened: Twilio teams with Orange to scale secure RCS across France Twilio has announced a partnership with Orange to expand Rich Communication Services (RCS) Business Messaging across France. The announcement was made during the Transform London event on 11 June 2025. This…
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Vodafone Spain sale sparks new consolidation rumours
• Telefónica and MasOrange are reportedly exploring acquisition of Vodafone Spain, possibly splitting assets to satisfy regulators.• Market dominance by the two main players and the high purchase cost make any deal complex and highly scrutinised. What happened: Vodafone sale of…
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Ofcom launches AI strategy for telecoms and online safety
What happened: Ofcom outlines new AI approach Ofcom has launched a dedicated strategy to address the increasing use of artificial intelligence in the telecoms and online sectors. As reported by Capacity Media, the UK communications regulator will focus on both the risks and…
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Deutsche Telekom to manage EU IRIS² satellite ground segment
What happened: Deutsche Telekom joins IRIS² satellite project Deutsche Telekom has been selected to oversee the ground segment of the EU’s IRIS² satellite system, which aims to provide secure and sovereign connectivity services across Europe. The IRIS² (Infrastructure for…
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Vodafone’s recovery in Germany signals cautious optimism for future growth
What happened: Vodafone’s German recovery Vodafone has reported an anticipated return to growth in Germany, the company’s largest European market. For the fiscal year ending March 2025, Vodafone expects a recovery in its German operations, reversing the decline that plagued its…
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Telia announces job cuts in Norway as part of restructuring
What happened: Telia to cut jobs in Norway amid ongoing restructuring Telia Norway has confirmed plans to cut 90 jobs, accounting for more than 6% of its workforce, as part of a broader restructuring initiative. This move is intended to streamline operations and improve…
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Top tech news today: May 21, 2025
Tech News Roundup 1. Spain’s telecom network recovers from crash Telecom services in Spain have largely returned after a nationwide outage affected mobile and fixed internet, with emergency services temporarily disrupted. Source 2. MGX and Nvidia to build AI campus MGX and…
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BT to establish standalone international unit
What happened: BT to create standalone international unit BT has announced plans to establish its international business as a standalone unit, separate from its UK operations. This strategic move is intended to allow both segments to focus on their respective markets and growth…