Telefónica’s Movistar launched a 5G+ service for consumers, enterprises and society in Spain using Ericsson’s 5G core network technology combined with its radio access network (RAN).
News in the EU
Austria prepares to auction 3.6 GHz, 26 GHz spectrum
Austrian spectrum regulator RTR has launched a public consultation on tender conditions for its upcoming auction of 3.6 GHz and 26 GHz spectrum.
Nokia announces mmWave 5G download speed record
Nokia reached sustained average downlink speeds of over 2 Gbps using mmWave spectrum and 5G fixed wireless access (FWA) over 10.86 kilometres.
Spain allocates €500 million for 5G deployment
Spain will allocate state funds for 5G rollout in rural parts of the country.
O2 5G network expansion continues in Slovakia
The mobile operator says over 52% of Slovakia’s population now has access to 5G.
European Commission publishes 5G cybersecurity toolbox progress report
Prepared by NIS Cooperation Group, it assesses progress towards implementing security measures.
Telefónica Deutschland to develop 5G on railway routes
The company is partnering with equipment supplier Ericsson, cell tower operator Vantage Towers and Deutsche Bahn for the project.
Telekom Romania officially launches 5G
The operator has confirmed that its 5G network is now available in eleven cities.
Report: 455 operators have launched Fixed Wireless Access services
The Global Suppliers Association (GSA) says that while the majority of these operators are using 4G, the number deploying 5G has also grown.
Plus Poland launches gigabit 5G service
The Polish operator calls the new service ‘5G Ultra’.
