In its efforts to reduce any potential security threats to its developing 5G networks, the European Union (EU) is urging its member states to adhere to a set of measures laid out earlier this month. The 'toolbox' of policies and actions that the EU has set forth pays particular attention to the reduction of involving certain "high risk" suppliers in favor of a multi-vendor … [Read more...] about EU’s Updated 5G Safety Guidelines Warn About ‘High Risk’ Vendors
FCC Auctions 5G Mid Band Spectrum
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) launched a nationwide auction of "prime" spectrum in the 3.55 to 3.65Ghz range this week, signaling the first chance for national and regional carriers in the country to bid on seven separate mid band segments of spectrum per county to bolster their existing 5G holdings. As VentureBeat reports, the auction -- referred to as … [Read more...] about FCC Auctions 5G Mid Band Spectrum
Verizon, Marine Corps Set Up 5G Test Site at California Military Base
Verizon and the United States Marine Corps have teamed up to set up a 5G "living lab" at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS), a San Diego military base. The installation is meant to function as a test bed for potential 5G-enabled military defense applications that may, among other things, facilitate and secure smart bases of the future. “In discussions with the Marine Corps … [Read more...] about Verizon, Marine Corps Set Up 5G Test Site at California Military Base
Samsung Opts for Side-Mounted Biometric Sensor in Foldable 5G Phone
Samsung is launching a 5G version of its Galaxy Z Flip smartphone. The Galaxy Z Flip 5G is built with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 865 Plus 5G Mobile Platform, and is expected to debut on August 7 in select markets. The Flip 5G is the first Samsung smartphone to take advantage of the 865 Plus platform. The phone supports both face and fingerprint recognition, with the latter … [Read more...] about Samsung Opts for Side-Mounted Biometric Sensor in Foldable 5G Phone
Reversing Course, UK Bans Huawei 5G Tech
In a reversal of a decision made by the U.K. government back in January, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has ordered the removal of all Huawei equipment from the country's 5G network by the year 2027. Per Johnson's instructions, it will be considered illegal for telecom operators to purchase any 5G equipment from Huawei following the end of this year. Britain's … [Read more...] about Reversing Course, UK Bans Huawei 5G Tech
Verizon and Ericsson Complete Test of Pop-Up 5G Towers
Ericsson and Verizon have completed a successful test of a battery-powered wave cell site built with Integrated Access Backhaul (IAB) technology. The result is essentially a pop-up 5G tower that can be deployed in a pinch to augment or expand an existing 5G network. As it stands, 5G cell towers use the millimeter wave spectrum to relay information to individual devices. … [Read more...] about Verizon and Ericsson Complete Test of Pop-Up 5G Towers
GSMA Forecasts $331 Billion 5G Investment in APAC Region
The GSMA has released a new report on the mobile economy of the Asia Pacific region, which predicts that mobile operators will invest more than $400 billion in their networks in the five-year period between 2020 and 2025. The majority of that money ($331 billion) is earmarked for the deployment of 5G infrastructure. According to the report, mobile technologies generated … [Read more...] about GSMA Forecasts $331 Billion 5G Investment in APAC Region
GSMA Releases New Guidelines for 5G Networks
The GMSA has released new guidelines to assist mobile operators that are looking to launch 5G Stand Alone networks. The document contains advice about technological, spectrum and regulatory best practices, and was developed in collaboration with many of the current leaders of the 5G industry. “The deployment of networks using 5G Stand Alone Cores will enable … [Read more...] about GSMA Releases New Guidelines for 5G Networks
Rogers Launches Canadian 5G Networks with Ericsson Tech
Rogers Communications has officially deployed Canada’s first commercial 5G networks. The networks are being introduced in the respective downtown cores of Vancouver, Toronto, Ottawa, and Montreal, and in several of the country’s largest sports and concert venues. The list includes the Rogers Centre and the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, and Rogers Arena in Vancouver. The … [Read more...] about Rogers Launches Canadian 5G Networks with Ericsson Tech
Ericsson and O2 to Expand UK 5G Network
Ericsson will continue to work with O2 to extend the reach of its 5G radio access network (RAN) in the UK. O2 launched its initial 5G network in October, and will now be moving to the western part of the country to update its existing 2G, 3G, and 4G infrastructure. As it did with O2’s original 5G network, Ericsson will be providing both the hardware and the software for … [Read more...] about Ericsson and O2 to Expand UK 5G Network
5G, Smart Cities, FinTech, and Controversy in This Week’s Top Stories Roundup
It's been another widely varied week in Mobile ID World news, with the most popular stories concerning mobile and smart city infrastructure, FinTech, and some controversy from a major global identity project. Starting with infrastructure, this week brought the announcement that the US National Telecommunications and Information Administration has called for public comment on … [Read more...] about 5G, Smart Cities, FinTech, and Controversy in This Week’s Top Stories Roundup
Bell Canada Partners with Ericsson to Build Nationwide 5G Network
Ericsson will be providing the Radio Access Network (RAN) technology for Bell Canada’s commercial 5G network. The two companies previously collaborated on a 4G LTE network. Bell Canada will eventually offer nationwide 5G coverage, and is hoping to increase its footprint when the Canadian government auctions off the 3.5 GHz spectrum later in the year. “Ericsson plays an … [Read more...] about Bell Canada Partners with Ericsson to Build Nationwide 5G Network
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