Swiss telecoms regulator the Federal Office of Communications (Ofcom) is planning to make the 3400 MHz-3500 MHz range available for private 5G mobile networks on January 1, 2024.
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Telia Norway demonstrates 5G network slicing for Norwegian Armed Forces
A network slicing trial results in Norwegian Armed Forces’ mobile traffic being separated from other traffic in Telia Norway’s national 5G network, ensuring secure communication.
Ericsson, AWS and Hitachi trial 5G smart factory
The trial took place at Hitachi Americas’ electric motor vehicle manufacturing plant in Berea, Kentucky, USA.
Red Sea Global claims first zero carbon 5G network in Saudi Arabia
Together with Zain, the company has launched a 5G network to serve a new tourism resort.
India says operators have deployed 300,000 5G base stations
The government has called it the fastest rollout of 5G services in the world.
T-Mobile launches network-slicing beta
The US-based operator has launched a new beta for developers to test video calling features.
Jio to use network slicing for its FWA service
The Indian mobile operator says it will use the technology for its home 5G offering.
Docomo launches fully managed private 5G network in Hong Kong
NTT Docomo Business has announced the rollout of a fully managed private 5G (“P5G”) service in Hong Kong.
Report: Satellite-enabled 5G mobile networks could reach market value of $18 billion
Technology intelligence firm ABI Research says integrating non-terrestrial network (NTN) connectivity into the 5G mobile ecosystem has the potential to reach a market value of $18 billion by 2031.
AIS, ZTE showcase Thailand’s first 5G mmWave standalone network
AIS, Thailand’s leading mobile operator, partnered with ZTE and Qualcomm to complete a successful trial of mmWave 5G standalone (SA) technology at the AZ Centre in Bangkok.