5G Observatory news20 February 2026South Korea: Samsung and KT validate 7 GHz X-multiple-input and multiple-output for 6GField trials achieve 3 Gbit/s peak speeds using ultra-dense antenna architecture.
5G Observatory news19 February 2026United States: AT&T and Cisco launch 5G standalone-native internet of things platformJoint platform integrates nationwide 5G standalone core with programmable capabilities for enterprises.
5G Observatory news19 February 2026Belgium: Citymesh launches commercial 5G core software as a service mobile offerNokia-powered 5G core software as a service runs on Amazon Web Services for enterprise connectivity.
5G Observatory news17 February 2026United Kingdom: Boldyn Networks deploys permanent 5G network at SilverstoneNew hybrid distributed antenna system to deliver year-round, multi-operator 5G coverage.
5G Observatory news17 February 2026Germany: Bundesnetzagentur consults on spectrum sharing below 1 GHz for 1&1Regulator considers mandating cooperative spectrum access to support fourth mobile network rollout.
5G Observatory news17 February 2026Spain: Telefónica Tech to showcase internet of things-5G aquatic drones at Mobile World CongressConnected drones use 5G and internet of things (IoT) to support marine waste detection and collection.
5G Observatory news16 February 2026Spain: MasOrange launches 5G advanced in 40 cities, targets 5GbpsOperator activates 5G advanced in 40 cities, aiming for peak speeds of 5 Gbps.
5G Observatory news16 February 2026Italy: Ericsson, Leonardo and Italian Navy trial 5G Standalone at seaMaritime trials demonstrate secure long-range 5G standalone communications between naval vessels.
5G Observatory news14 February 2026Ukraine: Third pilot 5G zone activated in KharkivMulti-operator 5G pilot expands to Kharkiv in 3.5 GHz band using non-standalone mode.
5G Observatory news13 February 2026Norway: Telia Norge launches nationwide 5G standaloneOperator introduces ‘advansert 5G’ offer for enterprises with nationwide 5G standalone availability.
