Telecom sector news

Here are some recent news and updates from the telecom sector:

1. 5G Rollouts

• Verizon has launched its 5G network in 30 US cities, with plans to expand to 50 cities by the end of the year. (Source: CNET)
• AT&T has launched its 5G network in 19 cities, with plans to expand to 30 cities by the end of the year. (Source: The Verge)
• T-Mobile has launched its 5G network in 200 cities, with plans to expand to 250 cities by the end of the year. (Source: T-Mobile)

2. Network Infrastructure

• Nokia has partnered with Telefónica to deploy a 5G network in Spain, using Nokia's AirScale radio access technology. (Source: Nokia)
• Ericsson has partnered with Vodafone to deploy a 5G network in the UK, using Ericsson's Radio System technology. (Source: Ericsson)
• Huawei has partnered with China Mobile to deploy a 5G network in China, using Huawei's 5G base station technology. (Source: Huawei)

3. Mergers and Acquisitions

• T-Mobile has acquired Sprint for $26.5 billion, creating a new wireless carrier with over 100 million subscribers. (Source: T-Mobile)
• Vodafone has acquired Liberty Global's cable and fiber assets in Germany, Italy, and Eastern Europe for $18.4 billion. (Source: Vodafone)
• AT&T has acquired Time Warner for $85.4 billion, creating a new media and entertainment company. (Source: AT&T)

4. Cybersecurity

• A report by Cybersecurity Ventures predicts that the global cybersecurity market will reach $300 billion by 2024, driven by the increasing need for cybersecurity in the telecom sector. (Source: Cybersecurity Ventures)
• A report by Kaspersky Lab reveals that 71% of telecom companies have been targeted by cyberattacks in the past year, with 45% experiencing a data breach. (Source: Kaspersky Lab)
• A report by Juniper Research predicts that the number of IoT devices connected to telecom networks will reach 64 billion by 2025, increasing the risk of cyberattacks. (Source: Juniper Research)

5. Regulatory

• The US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has approved the merger between T-Mobile and Sprint, subject to certain conditions. (Source: FCC)
• The European Commission has approved the merger between Vodafone and Liberty Global, subject to certain conditions. (Source: European Commission)
• The Indian government has announced plans to auction off 5G spectrum in the country, with bids expected to start in 2020. (Source: Indian government)

These are just a few of the recent news and updates from the telecom sector. If you're interested in staying up-to-date with the latest developments, I recommend following reputable sources such as Telecoms.com, Light Reading, and FierceTelecom.