A group calling itself Action Against 5G has raised £105,000 in a crowdfunding campaign to support a lawsuit that will seek to prevent the ongoing expansion of 5G networks in the UK. The group has used the money to secure the services of Michael Mansfield, a barrister who has handled several high-profile legal cases that garnered national attention in the past. As the … [Read more...] about Anti-5G Group Crowdfunds Lawyer Fees for UK Legal Challenge
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
Payments, Biometrics, and Connectivity are Key in This Week’s Mobile ID Top News
It's been another rich and varied week in Mobile ID World news, with payments, biometrics, and connectivity being the hot topics in the latest roundup of our most popular stories. On the FinTech side of things, Mobile ID World visitors were understandably interested in learning more about Samsung's new debit account platform, about which the company offered new … [Read more...] about Payments, Biometrics, and Connectivity are Key in This Week’s Mobile ID Top News
Qualcomm Forms Smart City Partnership with Infinite
Qualcomm is hoping to accelerate the adoption of smart city solutions through a new strategic partnership with Infinite Computer Solutions. Together, the two companies will try to provide developers with end-to-end IoT-as-a-Service (IoTaaS) technology that will make it easier bring new connected solutions to the market. To that end, the partnership will give companies in … [Read more...] about Qualcomm Forms Smart City Partnership with Infinite
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
TCL Highlights In-display Biometrics and 5G in New Line of Smartphones
TCL Communication has unveiled its first TCL-branded line of smartphones. The affordable Android devices are being released as part of the TCL 10 Series, which includes the TCL 10 5G, the TCL 10 Pro, and the TCL 10L. All three phones will debut at a price point lower than $500. “Expanding the TCL brand into the mobile space ensures that we offer a fully integrated ecosystem … [Read more...] about TCL Highlights In-display Biometrics and 5G in New Line of Smartphones
Mobile Tech Marches On in This Week’s Top Stories Roundup
At a time of deep concern over the spread of COVID-19 and its future economic effects, this week's roundup of Mobile ID World's top stories may offer a balm with its assortment of stories pointing to the future of mobile and identity technologies. First up, some news that could see mobile technology proliferate more widely in emerging markets: Samsung and Mastercard … [Read more...] about Mobile Tech Marches On in This Week’s Top Stories Roundup
Huawei, Nuance Score Big Wins at 2020 GLOMO Awards
The GSMA may have been forced to abandon its plans for MWC Barcelona, but the organization is still doing its best to celebrate pioneering accomplishments in the mobile industry. The organization has officially announced the winners of the annual GLOMO Awards to recognize the companies and solutions that are driving mobile technology forward. “The GLOMOs are a testament to … [Read more...] about Huawei, Nuance Score Big Wins at 2020 GLOMO Awards
GSMA Board Issues Statement on MWC Cancellation
The GMSA Board has issued a statement on the cancellation of MWC Barcelona. The event was scheduled to kick off on February 24, but the GSMA was forced to cancel its flagship event due to escalating concerns about the coronavirus. In its statement, the Board extended its sympathies to those affected by the outbreak, and thanked both GSMA partners and employees for their … [Read more...] about GSMA Board Issues Statement on MWC Cancellation
Fujitsu Receives First Private 5G License in Japan
Fujitsu will soon begin implementing Japan’s first private 5G network. The company has been granted a provisional license for a private 5G radio station by the Kanto Bureau of Telecommunications, becoming the first company in the country to receive such a license. With the license, Fujitsu will be able to set up a radio station and emit private 5G radio waves at the … [Read more...] about Fujitsu Receives First Private 5G License in Japan
GSMA Cancels MWC Barcelona 2020 Over Coronavirus Concerns
The GSMA -- the organization that represents mobile operators around the world -- has announced that it will be cancelling its MWC Barcelona 2020 conference this year amid concerns over the spread of the recent coronavirus outbreak. The Barcelona edition of the massive MWC usually attracts more than 100,000 attendees from around the world. This year's MWC Barcelona was … [Read more...] about GSMA Cancels MWC Barcelona 2020 Over Coronavirus Concerns
Google, Selfie Authentication, 5G and More in This Week’s Top Mobile ID Stories
Another richly varied week in mobile identity news is once again reflected in this week's roundup of Mobile ID World's top stories. Topics covered in this group span across security keys, FinTech, 5G, and more. The most popular story of the week comes as little surprise. Google had announced an open source initiative aimed at helping third party vendors to build their own … [Read more...] about Google, Selfie Authentication, 5G and More in This Week’s Top Mobile ID Stories
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