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Updated 1h agoWhat's happening: ZTE unveils AI‑native 6G prototype and Wi‑Fi 8 Mesh at MWC Barcelona 2026
ZTE showcased its "All in AI, AI for All" roadmap, unveiling an AI‑native L4 autonomous network stack, the world’s first 6G GigaMIMO prototype, a 200 Gbps PON system and the inaugural Wi‑Fi 8 Mesh solution. The company highlighted low‑carbon Elastic AIDC as part of its push toward AI‑driven connectivity.
News•Mar 2, 2026
Qualcomm's X105 Modem Will Keep You Connected in Elevators and Parking Garages
Qualcomm unveiled its X105 5G Modem‑RF at MWC 2026, positioning it as the next‑gen connectivity engine for Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 smartphones. The modem adds 5G‑Advanced Release 19 support, enabling NR‑NTN satellite links and a low‑power NB‑IoT fallback for hard‑to‑reach spots like elevators and parking garages. Built around agentic AI, X105 promises predictive performance tuning and offers developer APIs for custom intelligence. Qualcomm claims peak downlink speeds of 14.8 Gbps and uplink rates of 4.2 Gbps, a notable jump from the X85.
By Android Central
News•Mar 2, 2026
Qualcomm's Wi-Fi 8 Chips Are Here, and They Actually Fix the Stuff that Annoys You
Qualcomm unveiled its AI‑ready Wi‑Fi 8 portfolio at MWC 2026, featuring the FastConnect 8800 mobile chipset and Dragonwing router platforms. The FastConnect 8800 introduces a 4×4 Wi‑Fi radio delivering up to 11.6 Gbps, while integrating Bluetooth 7, UWB and Thread on a 6 nm die. Dragonwing’s NPro A8 Elite...
By Android Central
Podcast•Mar 1, 2026•52 min
1166: Building Equity Value in a Capital-Intensive World | Derek Doyle, CFO, C Spire
In this episode, CFO Derek Doyle discusses how capital discipline, not just network assets, drives equity value at C Spire, a privately held telecom and technology company. He draws on his background in public accounting, international CFO roles, and transformation...
By CFO THOUGHT LEADER
News•Mar 1, 2026
ZTE at MWC Barcelona 2026: Advancing AI-Native Connectivity and Intelligent Computing for a Digital Future
ZTE is showcasing its "All in AI, AI for All" roadmap at MWC Barcelona 2026, unveiling eight AI‑driven breakthroughs across connectivity, cloud, smart home and devices. The company highlighted its AI‑native L4 autonomous network stack, the world’s first 6G GigaMIMO...
By TelecomLead
News•Mar 1, 2026
Nokia Launches Doksuri AI-RAN Ready Radios to Boost 5G Performance, Energy Efficiency and Network Automation
Nokia unveiled Doksuri Remote Radio Heads, the latest evolution of its AirScale portfolio, built on the ReefShark System‑on‑Chip to embed AI capabilities directly in the radio layer. The new radios promise up to 30% better power efficiency, 25% lighter weight...
By TelecomLead
News•Mar 1, 2026
Airtel, Google Partner to Launch Secure, Carrier-Backed RCS Messaging in India
Bharti Airtel and Google have teamed up to launch a carrier‑backed Rich Communication Services (RCS) messaging platform in India, accessible via Google Messages on Android phones. The service combines Airtel’s network intelligence with Google’s RCS infrastructure and AI‑driven spam detection,...
By TelecomTalk (India)
Blog•Mar 1, 2026
Fast Growth, Controlled Debt, Still Paying You to Wait
T‑Mobile delivered an 8% jump in 2025 service revenue to $71.3 billion, while core adjusted EBITDA rose 7% to $33.9 billion and free cash flow hit $18.0 billion. The carrier added 3.3 million post‑paid phones and 7.8 million total post‑paid lines, keeping churn under 1%...
By Fixed Income Beacon
News•Mar 1, 2026
Huawei to Unveil Industry’s First AI-Native Framework for Intelligent Operations at MWC 2026
Huawei announced that it will unveil the telecom industry’s first AI‑Native framework for intelligent operations at MWC Barcelona 2026, accompanied by a new generation of AI‑driven solutions. The framework is built around outcome‑oriented intelligence, digital‑twin‑network (DTN) and domain‑model driven architecture,...
By TelecomLead
News•Mar 1, 2026
Huawei to Launch Open-Source Project for A2A-T Software at MWC26
Huawei announced at MWC 2026 the launch of an open‑source project for its A2A‑T (Agent‑to‑Agent for Telecom) protocol software, including an SDK, Registry Center, and low‑code Orchestration Center. The A2A‑T protocol, built on the IG1453 beta and IG1453A meta‑model, aims...
By Telecom Review
News•Mar 1, 2026
Huawei Unveils Full U6GHz Product Suite at MWC Barcelona 2026 to Power 5G-A and Accelerate 6G Evolution
At MWC Barcelona 2026, Huawei announced a complete U6GHz product suite designed to boost 5G‑Advanced performance and lay groundwork for 6G. The portfolio includes macro AAUs with 256 transceivers delivering up to 100 Gbps downlink, indoor small cells with 400 MHz bandwidth,...
By TelecomLead
News•Mar 1, 2026
GSMA and Wing Announce Nova Future Summit, a New Event for Trailblazing Technology and Connectivity Leaders
GSMA and Wing Venture Capital announced the Nova Future Summit, an invite‑only, closed‑door event for senior technology and telecom leaders. The three‑day summit will be held in Napa, California, from September 28‑30, bringing together CEOs, C‑suite executives, venture capitalists, and...
By GSMA Newsroom
News•Mar 1, 2026
MWC 2026 Spotlight: MobiMind Builds the Foundation for Recurring Digital Growth
At MWC 2026, MobiMind announced a strategic pivot from pure aggregation to an AI‑powered intelligent monetization engine that emphasizes recurring, value‑based revenue. The company is investing in AI‑driven revenue orchestration, API‑first infrastructure, and advanced behavioral intelligence to boost yield per...
By Telecom Review
News•Mar 1, 2026
Optimizing, Securing, and Monetizing the Future of Telecom: Enea’s Strategic Vision
At Mobile World Congress 2026, Enea unveiled a three‑pillar portfolio—Optimize, Secure, Monetize—to help telecom operators and CPaaS providers cut costs, defend against AI‑driven threats, and generate new revenue streams. The strategy addresses shrinking margins, rising regulation, and sophisticated attackers by...
By Telecom Review
News•Mar 1, 2026
FTI CEO Johannes Hummer on Rewriting the Telecom Playbook Through Fintech Integration
Freedom Telecom International (FTI) CEO Johannes Hummer says telecom operators are uniquely positioned to dominate the next wave of fintech by exploiting their massive customer bases, rich data intelligence, and existing billing infrastructure. He outlines three high‑impact focus areas: embedded...
By Telecom Review
Video•Feb 28, 2026
Building the 6G Future with Qualcomm
Qualcomm’s briefing ahead of MWC frames 6G as an imminent reality, emphasizing that the technology is moving from concept to demonstrable prototypes. The company highlights an AI‑native architecture that will reshape connectivity, sensing, and compute, with standardization already underway and...
By Fierce Network TV
News•Feb 28, 2026
T-Mobile and Deutsche Telekom Set 6G Strategy Around AI-Native Networks and Physical AI
T‑Mobile and Deutsche Telekom have launched a joint 6G Innovation Hub in Bellevue and Berlin to develop AI‑native wireless networks. The partnership reframes 6G as the foundational layer for “Physical AI,” embedding intelligence directly into network architecture rather than treating...
By TelecomLead
Video•Feb 27, 2026
Inside the Case: A Hardware Deep Dive with Meter (Sponsored)
The video is a sponsored deep‑dive into Meter’s hardware philosophy, hosted by Heavy Networking’s Ethan Banks and featuring Joshua Markle, Meter’s head of hardware. Rather than outsourcing generic chassis, Meter builds every component—from sheet‑metal enclosures to PCB layouts—in‑house to deliver...
By Packet Pushers
Video•Feb 27, 2026
Mauritius Telecom Ltd and 3 Others v Emtel Ltd (Mauritius)
The Mauritius Court of Appeal examined whether the Telecommunications Authority created by the Telecommunications Act 1988 possessed its own legal personality, or whether it remained a mere extension of the government. Counsel argued that the 1988 Act never incorporated the Authority...
By Supreme Court of the United Kingdom
Video•Feb 27, 2026
University of Surrey Unveils Pioneering Surrey Space Institute
University of Surrey has launched the Surrey Space Institute, a multidisciplinary hub that turns space research into tangible societal outcomes. The institute consolidates talent, technology and industry partners to serve society, secure space and explore the unknown. The institute leverages Surrey’s...
By University of Surrey (6GIC)
Deals•Feb 26, 2026
Cable One to Acquire Remaining 55% of Mega Broadband Investments for $480M
Cable One announced it will acquire the remaining 55% stake in Mega Broadband Investments (MBI) for an estimated $480 million, with the transaction slated to close on Oct. 1. The acquisition will add $308.9 million in annual revenue and 206,000 broadband customers,...
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Video•Feb 26, 2026
Fixed Wireless vs Fiber: The Real Trade-Offs
The Unmuted episode pits T‑Mobile’s executive vice president Alan Samson against the growing debate over fixed wireless versus fiber, outlining how the carrier is tackling the nation’s broadband expansion challenge. Samson explains T‑Mobile’s dual‑technology strategy: a flexible fixed‑wireless network that now...
By RCR Wireless News
Video•Feb 26, 2026
IETF Interim: Network Time Protocols (NTP) 2026-02-26 15:00
The IETF Network Time Protocol (NTP) working group convened for its interim meeting, covering leadership turnover, document status, and upcoming coordination efforts. Eric Klein, the area director for six years, announced his departure, while Tommy Jensen was introduced as his...
By IETF
Video•Feb 26, 2026
Verizon Wireless | Verizon Has Big Mission 👀😳 But What Is It ❓
Verizon CEO Dan Schulman will address investors at the Morgan Stanley Technology, Media and Telecom Conference on March 2, marking the first public forum where the company is expected to outline its next‑generation strategy. The analyst notes that Verizon has not introduced...
By Tech Life Channel
Video•Feb 26, 2026
Ericsson Goes All-In on Enterprise at MWC
At this year's Mobile World Congress, Ericsson has turned its Hall 2 presence into a showcase for enterprise‑focused connectivity, unveiling a suite of private‑5G, coverage‑extension and wireless‑van solutions aimed at vertical markets. The company highlighted live demonstrations, notably an autonomous warehouse...
By Fierce Network TV
Video•Feb 26, 2026
ExpressRoute Scalable Gateway #azure #networking
ExpressRoute’s new scalable gateway replaces the legacy fixed‑throughput SKUs with a dynamic, auto‑scaling model. Customers can now define minimum and maximum scale units, each delivering 1 Gbps of bandwidth, and let Azure automatically adjust instances based on CPU, packet rates, and...
By John Savill’s Technical Training
Video•Feb 25, 2026
T-Mobile | Wow Tmobile Makes Another Move ‼️😳 Is This Good ❓
T‑Mobile announced an extension of its partnership with DoorDash, now offering same‑day delivery of home internet equipment such as routers. The service, which began with same‑day phone shipments, aims to bring broadband hardware directly to customers’ doors, leveraging DoorDash’s on‑demand...
By Tech Life Channel
Deals•Feb 25, 2026
Airgain Acquires HPUE Product Line From Nextivity
Airgain announced the acquisition of the high‑power user equipment (HPUE) product line from Nextivity, gaining IP, a customer base and a reseller agreement. The deal was disclosed during Airgain's Q4 2025 earnings call and is expected to be immediately adjusted...
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