Global Scans · Mobile Tech · Weekly Summary

• [New] Connectivity remains the largest category of the M & E industry, with spending reaching US$ 1.3 trillion in 2029, growing at a CAGR of 2.8% and driven mainly by mobile internet service revenue. IBC
• [New] Google is testing its new online coupon service in Portland, Oregon, and will then rapidly expand it to large cities such as New York and San Francisco as a part of a new mobile payment service Google also unveiled recently that allows users to pay for products directly through their smartphones. SlideShare
• [New] As demand for drone deliveries is projected to expand across the EU, Vodafone has been conducting research into how its mobile network can support communication between multiple commercial drones to enable them to fly safely. iTWire
• [New] During the beta period, Verizon and AT&T customers can experience T-Mobile Starlink text messaging for free, and once the service launches in July, it will be available for $ 20/month per line. T-Mobile Newsroom
• [New] The UK Home Office-led Emergency Services Mobile Communication Programme to replace the existing Airwave Radio Network will provide mission mobile-based critical communications across the three Emergency Services. The Scottish Government
• Boost Mobile will now operate as a hybrid service, utilizing AT&T's robust 5G infrastructure alongside remnants of DISH's existing buildout where feasible. Cord Cutters News
• EchoStar will decommission parts of its Boost Mobile radio access network (RAN) and will serve Boost Mobile customers with connectivity from AT&T's network. Via Satellite
• Mobile network APIs could unlock global revenues of $31 billion for the telecom industry by 2030 - however due to some initial launch delays that is down 8% from the $34 billion in revenue it expected in last year's forecast. ytd2525
• Mobile operators will return to Worthy Farm in 2027 after a fallow year, equipped with significant network enhancements. Ookla
• Microsoft Dynamics 365 Field Service will deliver AI agents, enhanced scheduling tools, mobile usability improvements, and deeper Microsoft 365 integration in the upcoming release wave. Microsoft Dynamics 365 Blog
• Extended 5G deal - Nokia will upgrade Elisa's mobile network in Finland and Estonia over the next four years, supporting faster speeds, wider coverage and readiness for 5G Advanced. RCR Wireless News
• Starlink Cellular's T-Mobile service will expand with third-party app data support starting in October, enhancing connectivity in cellular dead zones. TESLARATI
• One other surprise bit of news - T-Mobile has announced that everyone, even non-subscribers, will get 911 texting service later in 2025. Mobile Internet Resource Center
• When FWA is included, total mobile network data traffic is forecast to grow by a factor of around 2.6, rising to 430 EB a month by 2030. Engineering News
• Total monthly global mobile network data traffic reached 172 EB, with Ericsson forecasting growth, excluding traffic generated by Fixed Wireless Access, by a factor of around 2.3 to reach 280 EB a month in 2030. Engineering News
• Mobile network data traffic continues to grow, but with a declining year-on-year growth rate, resulting in a forecast compound annual growth rate of 17% to 2030. Engineering News
• By 2027, Telstra's satellite-to-mobile service may expand to include voice calls and data. The Sydney Morning Herald
• T-Mobile says its goal is to eliminate mobile dead zones for good by utilizing 657 Starlink satellites that will be used exclusively for cellphone service. Yahoo Tech
• VodafoneThree is the only mobile network operator with a fully funded, regulated and guaranteed network build plan, reaching 99.95% population coverage by 2034. TelecomTV
• Over 20% of all mobile connections will be 5G connections, and over 40% of the world's population will have 5G network access. Latest Global Market Insights
• SpaceX has already signed direct-to-cell partnership deals with mobile operators in 10 countries and plans to roll out initial text messaging service by Q4 2025, expanding to voice and data in 2026 reuters.com. TS2 Space

Last updated: 07 September 2025