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Global RAN Market Stabilization Following Multi-Year Industry Reset

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 08:54:07 -0400

According to a newly published forecast report by Dell’Oro Group, the worldwide Radio Access Network (RAN) market has entered a new phase of stability following a multi-year industry reset.

Vodafone Albania and Nokia Demonstrate 5G Network Slicing Powered by Agentic AI

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:50:55 -0400

Vodafone Albania and Nokia have successfully demonstrated how Agentic AI could be used to dynamically and quickly create dedicated slices of network during emergencies, major public events or unexpected surges in user demand.

AI RAN to Reach $35B Over Next Five Years

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 10:05:53 -0400

According to a new AI RAN Advanced Research Report published by Dell’Oro Group, cumulative AI RAN revenue is projected to reach $35 billion over the next five years (2026-2030).

5G-A Experience Monetization Forum Debuts Milestone Results to Accelerate Terminal-Network-Business Synergy

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 08:13:15 -0400

During MWC Shanghai 2026, the industry forum "5G-A Experience Monetization: Terminal-Network-Business Synergy" concluded in Shanghai.

Telefónica Deutschland and Blue Planet Demonstrate How AI Agents Can Accelerate 5G Network Slicing Service Design

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 15:20:43 -0400

Telefónica Deutschland and Blue Planet, a division of Ciena, have successfully completed a joint proof of concept exploring the use of AI agents to accelerate the design and fulfillment of advanced 5G network slicing services.

Ericsson and Partners Launch National 5G, 6G and AI Test Center in Sweden

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 15:05:20 -0400

As the focus of Sweden’s political, business and academic leaders turns to the annual Almedalen discussion forum on Gotland, Ericsson, Telia and other partners are demonstrating their commitment to the country’s future digital competitiveness by announcing a new national connectivity and next-generation test center.

Rohde & Schwarz Achieves Highest Number of GCF Validated 3GPP NR‑NTN Test Cases for RF, RRM and PCT Domains

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 09:30:15 -0400

Rohde & Schwarz is driving the commercialization of 5G-based New Radio non-terrestrial networks, having successfully validated the highest number in GCF conformance test cases for NR-NTN to this date.

TTP Satellite Modem Module Targets Smooth Network Transition to 5G NTN

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 10:24:24 -0400

TTP plc is developing a 5G non-terrestrial networks (NTNs) modem module.

nxgsat and Universidad de Málaga Complete OTA 5G NTN Test Over GEO Satellite

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:16:54 -0400

nxgsat and the Universidad de Málaga (UMA) have successfully completed over-the-air testing of nxgsat’s 5G NR software-defined radio user equipment over a live transparent GEO satellite payload.

NGMN Urges Telcom Ecosystem to Take Lessons From 5G For 6G Simplification

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:04:46 -0400

According to two new Next Generation Mobile Networks Alliance (NGMN) industry publications, enabling the full potential of 6G requires a different standardisation approach to prevent complexity and market confusion, alongside a smooth and cost-effective migration path with a focus on MRSS as a baseline solution.

Square Peg Communications and VIAVI Solutions Join Forces to Advance 5G NTN Testing

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 10:31:39 -0400

Square Peg Communications announced a strategic partnership with VIAVI Solutions to deliver advanced test capabilities for the rapidly emerging 5G NTN market.

Liberty and Ericsson Deploy Sustainable, Energy-Efficient and High Performance 5G Network in Costa Rica

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 11:14:24 -0400

Liberty Costa Rica and Ericsson highlight the deployment of their 5G network, reinforcing their commitment to responsible connectivity.

MaxLinear and GCT Semiconductor Partner to Develop Next-Generation 5G FWA and Converged Gateways

Wed, 27 May 2026 11:30:33 -0400

MaxLinear, Inc. and GCT Semiconductor Holding, Inc. announced a strategic partnership to develop highly integrated and cost-effective 5G fixed wireless access (FWA) gateways and converged gateways for consumer and enterprise applications.

AmpliTech Group’s 5G 64T64R MIMO Cellular Radio Platform Supports Evolution of AI-Enabled Wireless Infrastructure at Northeastern University

Tue, 26 May 2026 08:06:26 -0400

AmpliTech Group, Inc. announced that its O-RAN CAT B 64T64R Massive MIMO radio unit served as the central hardware platform in Northeastern University's demonstration of the world's first open-source prototype of a Massive MIMO AI-RAN system

Ericsson and Net Feasa to Deliver Maritime Connectivity Competitive Advantage with 4G, 5G and Agentic AI

Tue, 19 May 2026 12:27:15 -0400

Container shipping on the high seas, and the broader maritime industry, are set to benefit from transformative real-time agentic AI-based connectivity and monitoring capabilities, thanks to a new global partnership between Ericsson and international IoT service provider Net Feasa.

Outside China, 5G Drives Core Network Revenue Even Higher

Tue, 19 May 2026 09:25:39 -0400

According to a recently published report from Dell’Oro Group, 5G Mobile Core Network (MCN) revenue grew at double-digit rates outside China, whereas in China revenues dropped more severely than any quarter since 5G was introduced to the market.

NextNav Joins OCUDU Ecosystem Foundation to Advance Open Source 5G and 6G Integrated Sensing and PNT

Fri, 15 May 2026 08:52:56 -0400

NextNav Inc. announced it has joined the OCUDU Ecosystem Foundation to advance open, secure and interoperable Open RAN centralized unit and distributed unit (CU/DU) implementations.

5GAA Releases 2025 Annual Report Highlighting Progress in Connected Mobility

Thu, 14 May 2026 15:13:15 -0400

The 5G Automotive Association (5GAA) has released its 2025 Annual Report, highlighting the association’s continued progress toward the global deployment of Cellular Vehicle-to-Everything (C-V2X) technology and the realisation of connected mobility solutions.

MaxLinear Launches Trinity Platform for Faster, Cost-Efficient, Cloud-Managed, AI-Enabled Wireless Backhaul for 5G Networks

Thu, 14 May 2026 11:53:56 -0400

MaxLinear, Inc. announced availability of the Trinity™ platform, based on the URX processor family, delivering carrier-grade, bidirectional wireless backhaul speeds of up to 10 Gbps.

Worldwide RAN Market Remained Stable in 1Q 2026

Thu, 14 May 2026 09:07:34 -0400

According to a recently published report from Dell’Oro Group, preliminary findings indicate that the stable trends shaping the Radio Access Network (RAN) market in 2025 extended into the first quarter of 2026.

T-Mobile 5G Advanced Network Achieves World First with Ericsson AI RAN Innovation

Tue, 12 May 2026 13:34:20 -0400

Ericsson and T-Mobile have moved AI-native Scheduler with Link Adaptation into large-scale commercial trials on live 5G Advanced network traffic, representing continued progress in 5G Advanced and AI-native RAN.

A Multi-Port mmWave Antenna Module with Hemispherical Coverage for 5G Applications

Tue, 12 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Design and Characterization of Active Antenna Arrays for 5G FR2 Applications

Tue, 12 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Fraunhofer IIS Tests High Bandwidths for NTN

Wed, 06 May 2026 08:14:54 -0400

In a recent communication experiment with the geostationary Heinrich Hertz satellite, Fraunhofer IIS demonstrated a broadband 5G NTN connection.

Telefónica and Sateliot Join Forces to Bring Satellite 5G Connectivity to Strategic Sectors

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:57:19 -0400

Telefónica España has signed a collaboration agreement with Sateliot to apply 5G NR technology in the space domain.

Ericsson Tops Frost Radar™ 5G Network Infrastructure Market Ranking for Sixth Year Running

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 11:44:49 -0400

For the sixth consecutive year, Ericsson has been positioned as the clear leader in Growth and Innovation by Frost & Sullivan’s “Frost Radar™: 5G Network Infrastructure, 2026” report.

ISCO International and Abside Networks Deliver Advanced 5G Anti-Jamming Resiliency

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 09:49:48 -0400

ISCO International and Abside Networks announced the availability of ISCO’s Interference Management and Cancellation (IMC) software in Abside’s next-generation 5G and Open RAN platforms.

UNIVITY Raises €27M to Build High Speed Space-Based Internet Infrastructure for Telecom Operators

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 08:20:59 -0400

UNIVITY announced the closing of a €27 million funding round with Blast, Expansion and the Deeptech 2030 fund managed on behalf of the French State by Bpifrance as part of France 2030, alongside two family offices.

Fibocom Showcased 5G/4G Communication Solutions at the 52nd China Electrical Instruments and Meters Industry Conference

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:47:14 -0400

At the 52nd China Electrical Instruments and Meters Industry Development Conference and Exhibition, Fibocom showcased its 5G/4G communication modules and power communication unit PCBA solutions.

GSMA Report Urges Japan to Take Bold Action to Convert Technical Excellence into Global Digital Leadership

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 14:29:07 -0400

Japan must take bold, coordinated action to translate its world-class technological strengths into global digital leadership, according to a new GSMA report launched at the Digital Nation Summit Tokyo.