By the end of 2026, mobile operators will have to remove equipment from their core networks, and by 2029 wider network components must also be replaced.
5G security
There is increasing concern that 5G should improve the security of mobile networks, both in the sense of preventing hacking and in the sense of ensuring a diversity of suppliers.
Nokia set to supply 5G equipment to MEO
Nokia is expected to sign an agreement with the Portuguese operator.
Huawei files a lawsuit against Portuguese 5G equipment ban
Chinese technology company Huawei has filed a lawsuit at Lisbon Circle Administrative Court against a resolution that prevents operators from using “high-risk” equipment in 5G mobile networks.
European Commission publishes 5G cybersecurity toolbox progress report
Prepared by NIS Cooperation Group, it assesses progress towards implementing security measures.
Portugal one step closer to banning Chinese 5G vendors
A new document lays out the rationale for banning some 5G equipment that is deemed “high-risk”.
Rakuten and NEC launch commercial Open RAN site on Virgin Media O2’s network
The deployment will take place in the Northamptonshire region.
5G Observatory releases new July 2022 report
The 5G Observatory has published its latest report which gives readers an overview of 5G developments within the EU and internationally.
T-Mobile Netherlands signs long-term contract with Ericsson
T-Mobile says it will use Ericsson equipment for its upcoming 5G network. The company had previously used Huawei for its 4G network.
Nokia signs ten-year deal with T-Mobile Polska
Nokia will be responsible for the modernisation of the operator’s radio infrastructure as well as the rollout of 5G.
Canada bans Huawei and ZTE from its 5G network
The Canadian government has announced plans to ban two of China’s biggest telecom equipment makers from working on its 5G network.
