Hello, this week we’re cutting through the noise and focusing on what actually moves creators forward.

AI in telecom is just starting, but the industry is moving faster than most operators can keep up with. New deployments happen weekly across different regions. Vendors announce capabilities. Standards evolve.

Let’s dive in.

A possible $1B investment from Aramco Digital, led by Open RAN proponent Tareq Amin, could offer Mavenir a much-needed lifeline amid liquidity concerns and missed interest payments. The investment would focus on Open RAN developments in Saudi Arabia and regional markets.
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IQ Fiber is set to acquire ThinkBig Networks, expanding its reach into Maryland. The deal, backed by SDC Capital Partners, could signal more consolidation in the FTTx space as IQ Fiber grows its network footprint.
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Orange, Meta, and OpenAI will collaborate to train AI models like Whisper and Llama 3.1 in African languages like Wolof and Pulaar. This initiative aims to enhance digital inclusion across Orange’s footprint in Africa.
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The UK Space Agency has announced £3.5M in funding for hybrid satellite solutions in remote areas. Projects will explore integrating LEO/GEO satellites with 5G/6G to enhance connectivity in rural communities.
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