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• [New] FIFTH-generation mobile technology (5G) is expected to reach 2.9 billion users worldwide by the end of 2025, accounting for nearly one-third of all mobile subscriptions. The Vibes
• [New] On 5G subscriptions, the report forecasts subscriptions will top 2.9 billion globally by the end of 2025 - about one third of all mobile subscriptions. Mobile Europe
• [New] The overall growth projection for global fixed broadband connections is that 1.6 billion broadband connections today will increase to 2 billion by 2030, with 550 million new connections in fiber, FWA and satellite. Mobile Europe
• [New] Reduced emphasis on fiber means fixed wireless access and low earth orbiting satellites could play a larger role in rural America's broadband access and accelerate connectivity. CoBank
• [New] 5G is anticipated to overtake 4G as the dominant mobile access technology by subscription in 2027, nine years after launch. GSA
• [New] The rollout of 5G networks is expected to have a significant impact on the growth of IoT devices in 2025. Preventive Approach
• [New] Recent changes to the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program could funnel as much as $20 billion in government subsidies to Starlink for providing internet in rural areas. CNet
• In the near future of satellite technology, satellite constellations supporting space-based 5G networks will manage data in space, seamlessly integrating more devices and transporting data at higher speeds globally, even in the most remote locations. TechAnnouncer
• Total telecom service revenue in Cameroon will increase at a five-year CAGR of 4.6% over 2024-2029, driven by growth in mobile data and fixed broadband services. Yahoo Finance
• The internet and AI are not going away anytime soon, and as we continue to bridge the broadband divide in the US and countries lacking access, millions more will get online in the coming years. CNet
• Asia's rapid 5G adoption, powering 70% of IoT devices in 2025, amplifies network vulnerabilities. Welcome to COE Security | AI Cyber Security Solutions C
• Total telecom revenue in Slovakia will grow at a CAGR of 4.4% over 2024-2029, supported by growth in mobile data service revenue and fixed broadband service revenue. Research and Markets
• Starlink's service is expected to revolutionize internet access in India's remote and underserved regions, where laying traditional fiber or broadband infrastructure remains a major challenge. The Voice Of Sikkim
• Fiber optic suppliers have significant opportunities as global investments in 5G infrastructure have expanded. Persistence Market Research
• The accelerated rollout of 5G technology worldwide presents significant opportunities for fiber optic suppliers to support high-capacity network infrastructures. Persistence Market Research
• India could generate $1 billion in annual satellite broadband revenues by 2030, driven by demand from rural homes, educational institutions, and remote businesses. NextWhatBusiness
• The number of cars equipped with 5G communication modules is expected to grow from 4 million in 2024 to 75 million by 2032, representing a compound annual growth rate of 43%. The Manila Times
• Challenges to Overcome While 5G brings transformative benefits, challenges persist: - Infrastructure gaps: Rural areas and developing regions still lag in 5G deployment, with full global coverage projected by 2028. Learn about Technology with TDK
• While 5G will be the dominant network technology in 2025, some companies and researchers may start exploring the early stages of 6G technology, which promises even faster speeds and lower latency. Archynewsy
• 5G technology will continue to mature in 2025, offering faster speeds, lower latency, and improved network capacity. Archynewsy

Last updated: 29 June 2025