Information and Communications Technology

Communication Technology

While explaining the technical features, applicability, and latest trends of millimeter wave (mmWave), we will also provide information on the synergistic effects of using mmWave in combination with local 5G (Private 5G), which has a high affinity with mmWave, use cases and introduction scenarios, and available solutions. The presentation will also discuss the approach to terahertz wave (6G), which is expected to be used in the next generation.

2024/10/17

Samsung and NTT Docomo cooperate on AI technology research for 6G

Samsung Electronics announced on October 1, 2024, that it is collaborating with NTT DoCoMo on joint research on the application of AI for next-generation mobile communications technology....

2024/10/15

Apple's own 5G modem under development does not support millimeter wave?

The Taiwanese trade newspaper Digitimes reports a story about Apple's own 5G modem that is reportedly under development by Apple, and that the first version of the modem will not support millimeter wave. Apple is expected to start adopting its own 5G modem next year, but millimeter wave, such as the iPhone for the U.S....

2024/10/10

Nokia launches tool to estimate the sustainability impact of self-owned wireless networks.

On September 20, Finland's Nokia announced a "sustainability calculator" for companies to estimate the environmental and social benefits of self-owned wireless networks (private LTE/local 5G) and Industry 4.0 applications that utilize them. The tool is based on the company's...

2024/10/08

SoftBank and Nokia Collaborate on AI-RAN and 6G Research

On September 11, SoftBank and Nokia signed a memorandum of understanding on joint research and development for the realization of AI-RAN and 6G. Through this joint research, the two companies aim to provide flexible, high-speed, and highly reliable communication networks....

2024/10/03

New Local 5G Project Transforms Food and Wine Production, West Sussex, UK

Boldyn Networks, a UK-based neutral host provider (an operator that builds telecommunications infrastructure on behalf of and provides it to multiple telecommunications carriers), recently announced that as part of a 5G innovation project in West Sussex, in the southern part of the region, it has launched a food and wi...

2024/09/30

iPhone 16 series, 5G millimeter wave support continues only for U.S. models.

On September 9 local time, Apple announced four new iPhone 16 series models. The new models are notable for upgrades such as the inclusion of Apple Intelligence, a unique generative AI, and a new "camera control" button, but the 5G milli...

2024/09/27

NTT DATA to Provide Local 5G and Smart City Solutions to Brownsville, Texas

Brownsville, Texas, USA, recently decided to implement NTT Data's local 5G and smart solutions. The city will use data analytics and AI, enhanced by a secure and seamless wireless network, to enhance citizen services, improve public safety, achieve sustainability goals,...

2024/09/11

Finland Launches Working Group to Promote 6G Technology

The Finnish Ministry of Transport and Communications recently announced that it has initiated the activities of a working group to promote 6G telecommunications technology. The objective is to create a 6G roadmap in Finland while promoting public-private-academic cooperation and information exchange in the development of next-generation wireless networks....

2024/09/06

New Recommendations to Promote Use of Terahertz Bands, Indian Telecom Authority

On August 21, the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) issued new recommendations on the use of the terahertz frequency band. It urges the Indian government and telecom operators in the country to consider future 6G technology and related services...

2024/08/28

Private enterprise LTE/5G spending to exceed $1 trillion annually by 2028 (Kaleido Intelligence forecast)

Research firm Kaleido Intelligence recently released its latest report on the private LTE/5G market. In it, spending on private LTE/5G networks by enterprises will grow to over $7 billion per year by 2028....

2024/08/13

UAE telecom giant du successfully completes new 5G-Advanced trial with Nokia and Mediatek

UAE telecom giant du, Finland's Nokia and Taiwan's MediaTek recently conducted a new trial of 5G-Advanced technology in Abu Dhabi. The trial will improve the uplink performance of du's 5G-Advanced network by 70%, while pre...

2024/08/08

Korean Government Launches "6G Society" to Realize Hyperspace Communication Services Linking Land, Sea, and Air

South Korea's Ministry of Science and ICT (MSIT) recently announced the launch of the 6G Society, a new initiative aimed at strengthening technology exchange and cooperation between the 6G mobile and satellite communications industries....

2024/07/29

Germany to exclude Huawei, ZTE-made components from 5G network

German Interior Minister Nancy Feser announced on July 11 that components manufactured by China's Huawei and ZTE will be phased out of the country's 5G network, citing security concerns. Similar measures have already been taken by the United States, the United Kingdom, Japan, Canada, Sweden, Australia,...

2024/07/25

SK Telecom and Singtel Collaborate on 6G and AI Research

On July 8, Korean telecom giant SK Telecom and Singapore telecom giant Singtel announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for cooperation in the areas of next-generation communication networks, AI and 6G. Promoting innovation in these areas and improving network performance and security...

2024/07/16

NTT DATA Offers New Private 5G and AI-Based Experience for British Open Golf

NTT DATA will provide cutting-edge data analysis and fan experience to the British Open Golf this summer using private 5G, AI, Digital Twin, and other technologies. The company has had a sponsorship agreement with the British Golf Association (R&A) since 2013, and will provide private...

2024/07/12

Nokia and Telefonica Sign Three-Year Agreement for Local 5G Promotion in Spain

Finland's Nokia recently announced a three-year agreement with local telecommunications giant Telefonica to develop the local 5G market in Spain. Through this collaboration, the two companies aim to improve productivity, worker safety, and sustainability in key industries such as ports, manufacturing, and logistics....