The findings came from a study conducted by the French spectrum regulator ANFR.
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.
Vodafone Spain to expand 5G coverage with the 700 MHz band
The Spanish operator will begin using the frequencies it obtained in the 700 MHz auction last July.
Vodafone Germany says its 5G services cover 54% of the population
The operator also claims its 5G rollout is happening more quickly than previous generations.
Spain launches consultation on 26 GHz for 5G
Spain’s Ministry of Economic Affairs and Digital Transformation (MINECO) says making this band available will serve as a national “stimulus for the implementation and development of 5G technology”.
Sony and Vodafone conduct remote 5G car trial in Germany
The experiment used the VISION-S prototype car developed by Sony.
O2 Czechia launches 5G for home internet
The Czech operator O2 has announced a new 5G wifi modem for mobile broadband customers which aims to reach underserved areas.
Spanish operator Yoigo claims its 5G services cover 54% of the population
Yoigo, which is operated by Masmovil, says its 5G network now reaches a total of 686 municipalities.
Deutsche Telekom says 63,000 antennas now transmitting 5G
The German telco says this is a faster deployment than previous mobile generations.
Portuguese regulator seeks to establish market interest in 26 GHz
Portugal’s National Communications Authority has launched a consultation on the use of the 26 GHz band for 5G.
US Operators delay c-band 5G rollout after aviation sector warning
Verizon and AT&T have decided to delay their rollouts until 5 January 2022, after the US Federal Aviation Administration raised possible interference concerns.
