The Finnish operator has moved from testing 5G using frequency division duplex (FDD) in the lab to the production network.

The Italian operator is joining the initiative launched by Deutsche Telekom, Orange, Telefónica and Vodafone in January.

The network of labs will be opened in 2021, in France and overseas.

LF launches a new group to develop an open source, packet core stack for mobile.

The deal is over an unspecified number of years and across the operator group’s European footprint.

José María Álvarez-Pallete (pictured) called for "progress in the deregulation of the telecoms sector and the establishment of new rules for the digital world".

Average spending by consumers and prices are much higher in the US and Japan than in Europe's "stretched" telecoms sector.

CEO Kirby announces new strategy and purpose, intending to raise more revenue from better customer experience and reducing costs.

The Swedish vendor says it promises customised 5G services with guaranteed performance parameters.

Deutsche Telekom (DT) is trying out options to replace its heavy dependence on Huawei kit.

The agreement is part of the Shared Rural Network project and scheduled to begin this year and go through to 2024.

The government has approved the draft legislation – but bidding is not expected to begin before early 2022.

The operator plans to sell part of the fixed fibre assets in its home market to a consortium.

Scott Petty, CTO of the UK opco, will take over responsibilities at group level for digital and services.

The vendor claims it is the first to demonstrate this capability, which it expects to be a common requirement.

Sweden’s latest spectrum auction might have been delayed, but the frequencies’ activation is immediate.

AI is becoming an essential part of IoT deployments, creating opportunities for players across the mobile ecosystem, finds Kate O’Flaherty.

After many weeks' delay, the bidding was over in one day.

The Swiss operator says its Salt Home offer is now available to more than 2 million – about 50% of – households.

Tata Consultancy Services will help the British operator configure and maintain 5G infrastructure.