All Standalone 5G (5G SA) articles
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NetworkAT&T says it won’t wait for 6G to deploy ISAC, as Ericsson debuts its sensing solution
AT&T and Ericsson are pushing integrated sensing and communications towards commercial deployment years before 6G, arguing that 5G infrastructure can already support useful applications such as drone detection, albeit with dedicated sensing radios and extra compute.
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InnovationT-Mobile’s Kinetic Edge bet hinges on where physical AI will run
Physical AI is giving T-Mobile another shot at making edge computing pay. Kinetic Edge promises cheaper, lighter robots by shifting AI processing into distributed infrastructure, but proving wireless networks can support time-critical inference reliably remains the crucial test.
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InnovationTelefónica turns to R&D to reinforce space platform credentials
The operator is participating in two R&D schemes that focus on integrating terrestrial and orbital networks and may provide tech backup for the operator as it jostles for a major supporting role in delivery of next-gen satellite services.
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B2BVodafone plots cloud-like future to crack 5G SA monetisation
Vodafone wants to move 5G standalone beyond selling customers an ‘insurance policy’, using digital twins and greater network observability to support a more cloud-like, on-demand commercial model.
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Partnerships & AlliancesRevolut picks O2 for expansion into German mobile
Fast-expanding fintech brand brings disruptive virtual mobile service to another European market, launching single, app-native data plan over O2 network.
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PeoplewatchBT networks R&D chief passes the baton
Chris Bramley set to take the reins of network and research strategy at BT, as Gabriela Styf Sjöman steps down.
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NetworkVodafoneThree eyes differentiation with upgraded 5G core switch-on
Telco activates upgraded, cloud-native 5G core network with Ericsson, pitching the technology as an “engine for delivering value” over 5G SA via “differentiated” connectivity offerings. Switch-on marks completion of “second major phase” in £11bn network investment programme…
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Analyst BriefingUK Infrawatch: G.Network sees revival, Gamma goes private, Voneus nabs Airband
Analyst Briefing: analysis of the altnet cost base, Voneus’ swoop for a rural peer, Gamma buyers promise a long‑term view on business development, and plenty more…
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NetworkVodafone sets out to ‘disrupt’ EE-backed ESN with critical infra network slicing
SuperMobile network slicing and prioritisation portfolio reaches B2B, and VodafoneThree lines up an Emergency Services Network challenge via an upcoming National Critical Slice…
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NetworkVodafoneThree revs 5G SA engine with SuperMobile pitched as competitive edge
VodafoneThree has unveiled its national network slicing proposition, taking the challenge directly to BT/EE and working to monetise its massive network investment.
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Products & ServicesVodafoneThree makes small screen debut with TV launch, as UK convergence battle intensifies
VodafoneThree has entered the UK TV market with platform designed to take challenge to BT/EE and Virgin Media O2 beyond connectivity. Whether it can crack the convergence code remains to be seen…
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Analyst BriefingBTwatch: 10G fibre and 5G slicing go live
Analyst Briefing: Openreach gears up for a ten million-premises XGS-PON rollout; EE puts consumer 5G into the fast lane with network slicing; and the Group’s ongoing legacy OSS cull produces automation and NaaS benefits…
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Products & ServicesBT takes network slicing mainstream with Fast Lane launch
EE becomes the first UK operator to bring network slicing to consumers, creating a test case for the tech as questions remain about customer willingness to pay a premium for the quality-of-service add-on.
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NetworkMásOrange may rethink Huawei stance as Ericsson misses mark — reports
Uncorroborated reports suggest Spanish operator is preparing a competitive tender that could dismantle an Ericsson-dominated RAN hardware replacement programme, with suggestions that Huawei could be retained, and other vendors may be in the mix.
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NetworkVodafone talks up eRedCap potential as IoT gets ‘chaotic’
With RedCap still in its relative infancy, Vodafone IoT is already looking ahead to the emergence of the next-gen ‘enhanced’ RedCap, tracking growing demand for applications above LPWA’s capabilities, but without the cost and complexity of full 5G.
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Products & ServicesEurope 5G SA go-to-market strategies: OTE differentiating with Priority Pass slicing
Analysis: with 5G standalone networks expanding, European operators face a strategic crossroads: bundle as standard or charge a premium? Explore how Greece’s OTE is leveraging slicing to offer guaranteed consumer bandwidth and also FWA success, plus how its strategy compares nationally and across the continent (top-five markets analysed)…
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Products & ServicesGreece’s OTE preps AI Calling
DT-controlled Greek incumbent indicates it is close to releasing a next-gen call translation and assistance tool as part of wider, AI-infused portfolio expansion plans covering both the B2B and B2C markets.
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NetworkVM O2 advances Giga Site rollout amidst UK network upgrade race
Operator reaches the halfway mark in its rollout of new, high throughput Giga Sites, contributing to broader, £1.4bn mobile upgrade programme. Achievement highlights ongoing race between operators to improve network quality, with VM O2 and VodafoneThree seeking to catch up to BT…
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NetworkVodafone taps Nokia for AI-powered network slicing
Telco-vendor duo have combined 5G network slicing with agentic AI, showcasing the potential for enterprise-grade, mission-critical 5G SA services, and putting Vodafone Albania on the Group’s innovation map.
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AnalysisFrom TETRA to 5G: defence as MNOs’ next big opportunity — Strand Consult
Guest analysis: as MNOs look to commercialise networks in new ways, rising connectivity demands from defence and public safety sectors present value-creation opportunity not seen since the days of 3G…