Through the Qualcomm Wireless Academy (QWA) program, students from the Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, the University of Malaga and the Polytechnic University of Valencia will have access to courses and receive a 5G training certification.
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Europe launches next phase of 6G Research and Innovation Programme
The second phase consists of another call for project proposals under Horizon Europe. The Commission set aside €132 million for this. It will be launched on the 17th of January 2023
Spain and Portugal trial first 5G autonomous public transport
The 5G-driven public transport system had its first run crossing the Spanish-Portuguese border.
European operators pilot 5G holographic calls
Deutsche Telekom, Orange, Telefonica and Vodafone Group teamed up with company Matsuko for a trial to make holographic calls employing 5G and edge computing.
Estonia and Latvia sign a coordination agreement for 3.6 GHz
The new cross-border agreement ensures better 5G coverage without interference.
EU telcos say streaming companies should make “fair contribution” to 5G network investment
The comments relate to a wider political debate about whether the “over-the-top” players which generate so much network traffic should contribute to network costs.
5G Stand Alone with network slicing launched in Finland
A deal with Nokia will allow the Finnish operator Telia to boost its broadband offering by providing Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) using a dedicated slice of its 5G network.
Vodafone and Ericsson launch continuity service for 5G-powered factory in Hungary
Ericsson and Vodafone developed the support service to ensure a reliable 5G private network.
Spain announces second phase of 5G and 6G R&D fund
The Spanish government is offering an extra €116 million euros in funding for new R&D projects.
New industry body offers support and funding for 5G startups
Bouygues Telecom, Cellnex, KPN, MTN, Telefonica and WindTre have come together in a new telco alliance, named Alaian, to connect their innovation ecosystems and support startups in 5G-based ventures.