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Michuki Mwangi, Internet Society: Bridging the global digital divide

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March 26, 2025
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With 2.6 billion people worldwide still lacking Internet access, the need for innovative and scalable solutions has never been greater. In response, the Internet Society (ISOC), a non-profit organisation dedicated to promoting an open, secure and acces…

Ofcom plans rules to drive UK full-fibre broadband to 96% coverage

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March 20, 2025
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UK telecoms regulator Ofcom has unveiled new rules to support the country’s full-fibre broadband rollout. The proposals are aimed at further stimulating competition and investment in the sector and build on regulations introduced in 2021. The regulator…

SKYNET 6A satellite passes key space tests

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March 7, 2025
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SKYNET 6A, part of the UK’s next-generation military satellite communication system, has successfully completed its initial phase of rigorous testing. The test was completed at the newly established, government-funded National Satellite Test Faci…

AT&T and AST SpaceMobile achieve satellite video call using regular smartphones

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February 26, 2025
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A satellite video call has been completed with regular smartphones using AT&T spectrum and powered by AST SpaceMobile satellites. This demonstration was made possible through the BlueBird satellites, which were launched in September 2024 and enable…

Eutelsat, MediaTek, and Airbus trial 5G NTN satellite connectivity

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February 24, 2025
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Airbus and MediaTek have successfully completed the world’s first trial of 5G NTN (Non-Terrestrial Network) technology over Eutelsat OneWeb’s low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites. The milestone promises to enable seamless terrestrial and satellite network …

Amazon Kuiper satellite constellation granted UK licence

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February 4, 2025
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UK telecoms regulator Ofcom has granted Amazon an earth station network licence for its Kuiper satellite constellation. The regulator has also expanded radio spectrum availability to unlock more opportunities for satellite and fixed wireless services.&…

UK Space Agency awards £16M to satellite projects

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February 3, 2025
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The UK Space Agency has awarded £16 million to two projects helping to solidify Britain’s position as a leader in satellite communications. The funding will enable the development of technologies set to enhance the efficiency and capability of satellit…

Vodafone achieves first space video call using regular smartphones

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January 31, 2025
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Vodafone has successfully completed the world’s first space-based video call using everyday 4G and 5G smartphones. The landmark call showcases a technological marvel: the ability to deliver a full mobile broadband experience directly from satellites to…

FullFibre and Zzoomm merger creates a UK full-fibre leader

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January 27, 2025
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FullFibre and Zzoomm have announced plans to merge. Once operational, the combined entity will boast a formidable network—encompassing approximately 600,000 properties with ready service access and more than 65,000 active customers. The mer…

CityFibre begins rollout in all nine ‘Project Gigabit’ areas

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January 21, 2025
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CityFibre has commenced full-fibre network rollouts in all nine of the ‘Project Gigabit’ areas awarded to the company. The UK Government’s £5 billion Project Gigabit is set to connect over 1.3 million homes and businesses in underserved areas over the …