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• [New] High-frequency electronics applications, including 5G networks and defence radar systems, create specific demand for gallium and indium that doubles projected consumption by 2030. Discovery Alert
• [New] AST SpaceMobile, a U.S.-based aerospace company, is developing a space-based cellular broadband network that will connect mobile phones and other devices directly with satellites - a game-changing technology expected to launch in early 2026. investing.com
• [New] Initiatives like GSMA's Net Zero Initiative like evolving 3GPP standards that signal sustainability, energy efficiency, and carbon emissions will be part of the core design of 5G. European Business Magazine
• [New] By 2028, there will be 7.7 billion 5G connections worldwide. European Business Magazine
• [New] By Battery Chemistry: Lithium-ion (Li-ion) dominated with an 84% share in 2025; Solid-state equipment will grow the fastest at a 34.5% CAGR. Straits Research
• [New] Sateliot aims to first deploy five more 15-kilogram spacecraft in 2026, bolstering a connectivity service for Internet of Things devices using global 5G standards known as 3GPP. SpaceNews
• [New] Air France has already begun deploying free, high-speed Starlink-powered Wi-Fi on select aircraft, with plans to reach full-fleet coverage by 2026. TravelPirates
• [New] Bluetooth and Wi-Fi-enabled antennas will account for more than 60% of total shipments by 2030. Cision PR Newswire
• [New] In 2025, 5G technology will be a cornerstone of the digital transformation that is sweeping across industries. Gadget Evolution
• [New] The convergence of AI accelerators, 5G infrastructure, and edge-cloud integration will transform industries such as manufacturing, healthcare, BFSI, and transportation. Cision PR Newswire
• [New] Ecuador just flipped the switch on its first national 5G network via Nokia, unlocking new opportunities for businesses and consumers. upframeiq.com
• [New] Vodafone Idea announced a narrower-than-expected second-quarter loss, a positive development attributed to improved Average Revenue Per User and growth in 4G/5G subscribers. Prem Srinivasan
• [New] Vodafone Idea surged after reporting a narrower-than-expected quarterly loss, driven by an increase in 4G and 5G users. Prem Srinivasan
• [New] By 2025, 5G will enable businesses to leverage advanced technologies such as IoT devices, augmented reality, and virtual reality in ways previously unimaginable. SMS-iT Blog
• [New] Digital transformation in 2025 will be driven by data security, AI, cloud computing, remote work, 5G, customer experience, IoT, sustainability, and blockchain technology. SMS-iT Blog
• [New] In 2026, as edge computing, 5G/6G deployment, and IoT devices become more common, we will witness big assaults coming from the weakest embedded device instead of the main data center. Forbes
• [New] 5G will have catalyzed a 30% increase in global digital economy contributions, but only if we address ethical concerns like data sovereignty and inclusivity. Top CNN Featured Futurist Keynote Speaker on AI, Tech L
• [New] In the near term, expect 5G to become more ubiquitous, with coverage expanding to 90% of urban populations globally. Top CNN Featured Futurist Keynote Speaker on AI, Tech L
• [New] Infrastructure costs are substantial, with estimates from GSMA suggesting that global 5G investments could reach $1 trillion by 2025. Top CNN Featured Futurist Keynote Speaker on AI, Tech L
• [New] Technologies like quantum computing, 5G connectivity, and digital twins will further enhance efficiency and simulation capabilities across global supply chains. TradingView
• [New] Fueled by 5G, AI, private networks, and IoT, connections are expected to surge, with U.S. 5G Fixed Wireless Access topping 25 million by decade's end. MEF
• [New] As AI, 5G, and blockchain converge, IoT will redefine industries, enhance sustainability, and create a truly connected global ecosystem. Smart Automations Tech - Smarter Automation, Greater Ef
• With the US FCC announcing new frequency allocations, global system integrators are mentioning the possibility of transitioning to 5G standalone and introducing 5G Advanced in 2026, highlighting the potential for a major cycle in telecom equipment.

Last updated: 23 November 2025