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Inaccurate maps delay US government's $42bn broadband plans

By Steve McCaskill published

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FCC will have to wait for more accurate maps.

5G

5G data surge set to see small cell deployments soar

By Steve McCaskill published

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Small cells help operators maximise spectrum and densify networks.

Inmarsat and Viasat satellite merger faces UK and EU probes

By Steve McCaskill last updated

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CMA and EC launch investigations into deal.

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GSMA warns full potential of 5G will be wasted without licensed 6GHz

By Steve McCaskill published

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6GHz spectrum are valuable mid-band frequencies.

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Antarctica is about to get its first submarine internet cable

By Joel Khalili published

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A new submarine cable will bring hardwired internet connection to Antarctica for the first time.

Wi-Fi

We finally know what 'Wi-Fi' stands for - and it's not what you think

By Cesar Cadenas published

An old interview with one of the founding members of the Wi-Fi Alliance has resurfaced.

OneWeb and Eutelsat to merge and create 'global player' in satellite communications

By Steve McCaskill published

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OneWeb and Eutelsat sign initial merger agreement.

Fibre optic

Shortage of fiber optic cables could spell disaster for technology firms

By Joel Khalili published

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Manufacturers of fiber optic cabling are failing to keep pace with demand.

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FCC says it needs billions more to fund Huawei telco kit removal

By Steve McCaskill published

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US government had allocated $1.9bn for Huawei and ZTE kit removal, but could need several billions more.

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FCC proposes major boost in minimum broadband speeds

By Steve McCaskill published

TechRadar Pro

FCC proposes minumum broadband standard of 100Mbps download for US.

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