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Vodafone has become the latest UK operator to launch a ...| CCS Insight
CCS Insight's latest operator forecast shows that the UK's three major network operators will lose connections to their main brands every year from 2025 to 2029. Main brands refers to EE, O2, Three and Vodafone. Changes in consumer behaviour have created clear openings for mobile virtual network operators (MVNOs), and some have taken full advantage. ... The post UK Operators’ Main Brands Face Years of Subscriber Losses appeared first on CCS Insight.| CCS Insight
Vodafone has become the latest UK operator to launch a ...| CCS Insight
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There's been a lot of debate recently about smartphone ownership and internet access by children. It's a tricky and contentious subject — opinions inevitably vary and there's no one-size-fits-all solution. Netflix's hard-hitting series Adolescence has further elevated an already complex discussion that affects parents, children, schools, government, regulators, content providers, telecom operators, charities and more. ... The post EE Addresses Online Safety Concerns with New Phone Plans for...| CCS Insight
Earlier this month, the UK government invested in European satellite company Eutelsat. The announcement came a few weeks after the French government also invested in the company. This combined funding totalled over €800 million from two permanent members of the United Nations Security Council, highlighting a determination to strengthen European satellite sovereignty, improve the resiliency ... The post European Governments Back Eutelsat OneWeb in Push for Satellite Sovereignty appeared firs...| CCS Insight
Although mobile network download performance is now usually good enough on a 5G network, upload continues to be a problem for many activities. For upload, the challenge is that it is the user's device that must transmit data, not the mobile base station. But mobile devices are much more restricted in their power output than ... The post Why 5G-Advanced Is the Unseen Backbone of AI Economy appeared first on CCS Insight.| CCS Insight
For nearly two decades, O2 has built a strong presence ...| CCS Insight
Our 2025 Senior Leaders’ IT Investment survey reveals a sharp divide: while 76% of executives expect their IT spend to grow; only 45% have the headroom to drive true innovation without hard trade-offs. New investment is concentrating into a few critical areas, while operational discipline and board-level governance are reshaping what gets funded – and what gets deferred.| CCS Insight
Providing reliable connectivity at major events has become an important ...| CCS Insight
5G a Star Performer at Glastonbury 2019 I’ve always been ...| CCS Insight
Investment in Event-Specific Networks Keep Growing As the festival season ...| CCS Insight
The rise of the second-hand device market is a topic we cover in depth at CCS Insight. An informal market for used devices was well-established before the organized segment began to take hold in the early 2020s. This was driven by several factors, not least of which was consumer demand for affordable technology amid difficult ... The post Second-Hand Laptops Power Up with 8% Market Growth appeared first on CCS Insight.| CCS Insight
Each year, TM Forum's Digital Transformation World (DTW) Ignite event highlights tangible efforts by vendors and operators to modernize the telecom industry. Collaboration is always at the heart of the show, and with numerous catalysts, this year was no different. TM Forum's highest-profile initiative is its Autonomous Networks mission and the collaborations around a standard ... The post Improving Service Quality with AI-Powered End-to-End Automation appeared first on CCS Insight.| CCS Insight
The London stop of Google Cloud Summit marked a deliberate pivot from invention to measurement. Executives led with adoption metrics, claiming that 7 million developers now build on Vertex AI or AI Studio and that Gemini workloads have grown 40-fold in a year. This signals that progress will be judged by real usage rather than ... The post Beyond London Summit 2025: Decoding Google Cloud’s Scale Narrative appeared first on CCS Insight.| CCS Insight
Over the years, I’ve taken a keen interest in how ...| CCS Insight
London, 18 September 2024: The latest research from CCS Insight ...| CCS Insight
On 28 December, the EU will introduce the Radio Equipment ...| CCS Insight
Today marked the first day of MWC, and artificial intelligence ...| CCS Insight
As we expected, AI is everywhere at MWC this year, ...| CCS Insight
Before leaving my smartphone behind, I didn’t feel like it ...| CCS Insight
Earlier this month, I had the privilege of attending MWC ...| CCS Insight
China’s operators are building on their extensive 5G networks with ...| CCS Insight
TM Forum’s annual Digital Transformation World (DTW) Ignite event is ...| CCS Insight
In recent years, T-Mobile in the US has enjoyed a remarkable turnaround. In 2013, it was unable to sell iPhones because it hadn’t reached a deal with Apple. In 2025,...| CCS Insight
It was a pleasure to host the Prioritizing Sustainability panel at CCS Insight’s inaugural Circular Markets event in Paris earlier this month. The day saw more than 180 delegates from...| CCS Insight
Generative AI is the latest industry megatrend to engulf the technology sector. Leading benefits include summarizing information and generating concise responses and recommendations from both simple and complex queries. In...| CCS Insight
Service Convergence in the UK Poised for Next Wave of Growth| CCS Insight
5G is now middle-aged. This might be surprising to many who are not closely involved in the mobile industry, but 5G-Advanced is the midpoint in the range of 5G specifications...| CCS Insight
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has become one of the leading countries in 5G innovation. At the Samena Summit in May, it set out a national objective to quickly roll...| CCS Insight
Companies can lead by example, just like human leaders. I’ve recently been made aware of a notable case study of using AI and 5G to produce AI and 5G products....| CCS Insight
In-building connectivity has long been a problem, but two new technologies can help: Wi-Fi 7 and fibre to the room (FTTR). Ensuring a fast broadband connection in every room is...| CCS Insight
Businesses have different mobile connectivity needs to consumers. This has always made choosing a mobile operator difficult for a business because most network quality comparison reports consider consumer needs first....| CCS Insight
With the hype around AI continuing, we’re often asked to give examples of where and why AI is being used. In networks, there’s a clear answer. The rising complexity of...| CCS Insight
AI is rapidly reshaping the world of work. In the ...| CCS Insight
Service convergence has been a buzz term in telecom for years, particularly in Europe. However, industry momentum has stalled in recent times as operator strategies have largely failed to evolve...| CCS Insight
CCS Insight has been tracking the growth and development of the organized second-hand smartphone market for several years. We’ve seen robust growth, with plenty of bright spots as countries and...| CCS Insight
Second-hand devices: trends, insights and implications in a burgeoning market With shipments of new smartphones showing annual declines over the past 10 years, and now reaching only half of what...| CCS Insight
Honor Underlines Commitment to Foldables and Proposes AI Device Ecosystem Alliance| CCS Insight
At MWC Shanghai 2025, a notable keynote session focused on ...| CCS Insight
Although the primary reason for my recent visit to California was to attend Apple’s WWDC event, I was fortunate to spend some time at one of Apple’s Durability Labs, which...| CCS Insight
Digital transformation is reshaping organizations in all industries, enabling them to improve efficiency, enhance service delivery and optimize resources. In the private sector, businesses have embraced cloud computing, automation and...| CCS Insight
With Google Cloud Next 2025 approaching, the tech giant has been busy. Over two days, it hosted a tightly produced UK-focused event in London and confirmed a $32 billion acquisition...| CCS Insight
The conversation about mainframes is often dominated by hyperbole. On one hand, some mistakenly argue that mainframes are “legacy tech” destined for retirement. On the other hand, there are warnings...| CCS Insight
When KubeCon Europe 2025 in London opened on 1 April, the atmosphere was reflective but also charged with a quiet inevitability. After 10 years of the Cloud Native Computing Foundation...| CCS Insight
Heroku has launched a flurry of platform updates that represent more than routine enhancements; they mark a clear move to make the platform relevant for the next wave of cloud-native,...| CCS Insight
Cloud computing’s rise is a success story under scrutiny. It has been nothing short of transformative, enabling businesses to scale their operations, innovate rapidly and optimize costs. It has become...| CCS Insight
CCS Insight’s Survey: Senior Leadership IT Investment captures the views ...| CCS Insight
A couple of weeks ago, CCS Insight had the pleasure ...| CCS Insight
In the fast-changing Indian smartphone landscape, market leadership is never guaranteed. Xiaomi, once a household name synonymous with value for money, was dethroned from its market leadership position in 2022....| CCS Insight
In an unusual and surprising move, CEO Sam Altman has revealed that OpenAI is buying the company created by renowned designer Sir Jonathan Ive to create an “AI companion” —...| CCS Insight
You’d be forgiven for thinking that Samsung’s big news today is the unveiling of the new super-thin Galaxy S25 Edge, a sleek addition to its line-up of flagship premium smartphones....| CCS Insight
It’s been a busy few days for the mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) landscape in the UK. Widespread rumours that energy provider Octopus was mulling a move into mobile were...| CCS Insight
Last week, Apple unveiled the iPhone 16 series, the first ...| CCS Insight
Much has been made of cord-cutting and the undoing of ...| CCS Insight
Fibre broadband has many benefits over older broadband solutions beyond speed. Notably, passive optical networks are also greener because of their better energy efficiency and lower operational costs. This attractive...| CCS Insight
AI in the Enterprise: Priorities, Pressures and Pragmatism| CCS Insight
Today’s selection of the biggest announcements from MWC 2025, from ...| CCS Insight
Today MWC 2025 officially opened its doors, bringing a mix ...| CCS Insight
Our team is back in Barcelona to bring you the ...| CCS Insight
Digital transformation has become a fundamental driver of change across industries, altering how businesses approach procurement, IT infrastructure and decision-making. Procurement is undergoing significant changes as digital transformation reshapes traditional...| CCS Insight
It’s that time again, and excitement is building ahead of our trip to Barcelona for MWC 2025. The event is undoubtedly the most significant gathering of the year for the...| CCS Insight
The discussion about hybrid work might be raging on, but the numbers tell a clear story: hybrid working is now the dominant model. CCS Insight’s 2024 survey of 601 employees...| CCS Insight
AI is driving transformation across industries by streamlining workflows, enhancing collaboration and redefining productivity. But critical questions remain: are businesses truly prepared to harness its potential? How do organizations ensure...| CCS Insight
Intel Appoints New CEO With A Familiar Strategy| CCS Insight
It’s been a busy week at CES, the tech show with a sprawling presence along the length of the Las Vegas strip. For many attendees (myself included), there’s an element...| CCS Insight
It’s that time of year when the decorations are packed away, resolutions to be happier and healthier are in full flow, and people return to their desks after a well-earned...| CCS Insight
It’s always a pleasure when I get the opportunity to write about topics that intersect my work and personal pursuits, and this blog piece is a chance for me to...| CCS Insight
At the Digital Leaders Programme at MWC Shanghai, I was among some of the most senior leaders in China and the Asia–Pacific region to discuss the role of AI and...| CCS Insight
Mobile network generations evolve enormously over time. There isn’t a single 5G standard, but now with the arrival of 5G-Advanced we’re up to four major 5G versions. Announcements and examples...| CCS Insight
AI was one of the major topics at MWC Shanghai, which took place last week with CCS Insight in attendance. Among the eye-catching announcements in this area, we saw ZTE...| CCS Insight
There’s no doubt this is shaping up to be a good year for Qualcomm. Its Snapdragon chips continue to dominate the premium smartphone market, and the company seems to have...| CCS Insight
At Huawei’s Analyst Summit (HAS), the company articulated a strong ...| CCS Insight
The Consumer Electronics Show — CES for short — is the tech world’s annual curtain raiser, hosted in Las Vegas each January. It’s usually a chance to get a glimpse...| CCS Insight
