The German operator also says their 5G services are available in over 200 cities.
THE EU Digital Decade
Announced in 2021, the EU Digital Decade sets out a vision for Europe’s digital transformation by 2030. It has four key areas: ICT skills; business transformation; secure and sustainable digital infrastructures; and digitalisation of public services.
5G is key to this vision: the Digital Decade sets a goal for coverage of all populated areas by 2030 and regards 5G verticals as digital transformation enablers for businesses. Read more about the Digital Decade here.
Telefónica says its 5G network covers 30% of Germany’s population
Telefónica Germany, which operates under the brand name O2 says it now operates 10,000 5G antennas in the country.
Vodafone UK to deploy marine-focused 5G trials
The operator will build a marine-focused private network in collaboration with Nokia in the port of Plymouth.
French regulator says 5G will reduce energy consumption
The French regulator Arcep says that introducing 5G in the 3.6 GHz band will lead to reduced energy consumption when compared to a 4G-only network.
Italian government makes €2bn in incentives available for 5G
The announcement was made by Infratel Italia, which says the funds will be used to improve 5G infrastructure in the country.
German government aims for full 5G population coverage by 2030
This goal was unveiled by the Ministry for Digital Affairs and Transport in its new Gigabit strategy plan.
Lithuanian regulator to allow operators to use existing spectrum holdings for 5G
The ruling, which was made by the Lithuanian Communications Regulatory Authority (RRT) will likely enable mobile operators to roll out 5G faster.
Vodafone UK and Ericsson trial on-demand 5G network slicing
The two companies say the trial is the first of its kind to take place in the United Kingdom.
German operator 1&1 to launch 5G network by year-end
1&1, which currently operates as an MVNO (Mobile virtual network operator) says its network will feature 1000 base stations.
Deutsche Telekom trails 5G valet parking
The German mobile operator conducted the test with BMW and Valeo.
