Guangdong pushes 5G-A scale deployment, 10Gbps fiber and 6G test networks
On July 10, Guangdong's communications authority released a 15th Five-Year Plan draft calling for scaled 5G-A deployment with carrier aggregation to achieve 10Gbps downlink in hotspots. The plan also extends 10G-capable fiber and establishes a 6G industry innovation alliance. Guangdong has built nearly 450,000 5G base stations.
Beijing 6G industry enters scaled validation phase, debuts three achievements at MWC Shanghai
On July 3, Beijing's 6G industry achievements were showcased at MWC Shanghai, including cross-city naked-eye 3D calling, remote robot control, and semantic communication boxes. Beijing launched a district-level 6G policy with up to CNY 30 million in R&D funding, targeting 50 core technology breakthroughs and 100 specialized enterprises by 2030.
Huawei launches Wi-Fi 7 rail transit communication solution in Shenzhen
Huawei recently introduced a Wi-Fi 7-based train-to-ground wireless communication solution, first deployed in Shenzhen's rail transit system. Wi-Fi 7's high bandwidth and low latency complement LTE-M networks. The solution will expand to major Chinese cities, high-speed rail, airports, and intercity transport, creating dual Wi-Fi 7 + 5G converged transport infrastructure.
5G + Wi-Fi 7 converged CPE gains momentum, operators target multi-gigabit home broadband
In H2 2026, Wi-Fi 7 integrated 5G CPE is accelerating commercially. KT (Korea), T-Mobile US, and Deutsche Telekom have launched Wi-Fi 7 FWA gateways. China Mobile's 2026 FWA procurement mandates Wi-Fi 7 for premium devices. Wi-Fi 7 MLO delivers over 30 Gbps aggregate throughput, eliminating the last-30-foot bottleneck when paired with 5G-A carrier aggregation.
Semtech urges FCC to protect 900 MHz unlicensed IoT ecosystem
On July 8, a Semtech executive published an op-ed urging the FCC to balance GPS interference protection with the preservation of the 900 MHz unlicensed band IoT ecosystem. The band supports LoRaWAN-based smart metering and infrastructure monitoring applications.
Druid Software accelerates private 5G scaling with Node-H acquisition
On July 7, Druid Software acquired Munich-based Node-H to simplify private 4G/5G system integration. The company plans a unified management platform to lower deployment barriers and expand operator channels, targeting 50-60% annual growth.
Mimosa and Viaero deploy 5/6 GHz fixed wireless broadband in rural US
On July 9, Mimosa Networks and Viaero Wireless deployed commercial fixed wireless broadband using 5 GHz and 6 GHz unlicensed spectrum with AFC technology in rural US markets, bringing high-capacity connectivity to areas where fiber deployment is challenging.
5G plays vital role in mission-critical workflows, Motorola Solutions says
On July 10, Motorola Solutions noted that 5G has become an important connectivity layer for utilities, public safety, and industrial sectors, but mission-critical operations still rely on resilient LMR networks. 5G broadband complements rather than replaces LMR for data backhaul and remote monitoring.
Verizon 5G network powers BMW vehicle telematics
On July 9, Verizon announced its 5G Ultra Wideband network is powering BMW's vehicle telematics systems, enabling real-time navigation, remote diagnostics, OTA updates, and emergency calling.
Tele2 wins 5G spectrum in Lithuania
On July 10, Swedish operator Tele2 successfully bid for 5G spectrum in Lithuania, expanding its Baltic region 5G coverage and enabling enterprise private network capabilities.
California approves $53M for tribal and rural broadband
On July 10, California approved $53 million in funding for tribal and rural broadband infrastructure, supporting fiber-to-the-home and fixed wireless deployments to close the digital divide.
UK 5G experience still worst in Europe, Opensignal finds
On July 10, Opensignal rankings showed that one year after the Vodafone-Three merger, UK 5G experience remains the worst in Europe, with operators needing to invest further in spectrum utilization and network density.