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.
5G verticals
With its low latency and high speeds, 5G aims to enter new “vertical” markets like automotive, industry, agriculture and manufacturing. Previous mobile generations just provided voice and data to domestic and business customers.
Nokia launches 5G Open Lab to accelerate private wireless networks in South Korea
The initiative will allow local companies to test their solutions and services and will use licences in the 4.5 GHz and 28 GHz bands.
Lufthansa expands its private 5G network in Hamburg
Lufthansa Technik, which provides maintenance and repair services for aeroplanes has announced that it will expand its private 5G network with a new ten-year licence issued by the regulator.
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.
Deutsche Telekom trails 5G valet parking
The German mobile operator conducted the test with BMW and Valeo.
Telenor Norway launches 5G TV service
The Norwegian telecommunications company has launched a new TV service that uses 5G fixed wireless access instead of relying on wired broadband.
Vodafone Germany launches 5G standalone network at University Hospital
Vodafone says this will enable the university to begin developing 5G use cases.
European Commission workshop on 5G funding to take place next week
The online workshop will discuss the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) initiative, which will fund 5G projects.
Nokia to launch private 5G network in French velodrome
Nokia will deploy a 5G network at the 2022 TISSOT UCI Track World Championships.
Germany and France to fund private 5G projects
The German and French Governments have pledged €17.7 to fund four projects.
