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The Ultimate Guide to 5G & Beyond

A curated Indian edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for 5G & Beyond.

What to know about 5G & Beyond

5G & Beyond represents the evolving frontier of telecommunications technology, focusing on the transition from traditional mobile networks to ultra-fast, low-latency, and highly connected digital ecosystems. This tag covers innovations related to 5G deployment, enhancements, and the emerging 6G research that promise to revolutionize communication infrastructures.

Through our curated stories, readers can explore how global industry leaders are trialing and advancing 5G technologies, the convergence of networks with cloud computing and AI, and the transformative impact on sectors like IoT, smart cities, and industrial applications. Insights also delve into the challenges of security, infrastructure development, and regulatory environments shaping the future of connectivity.

Engaging with content under the '5G & Beyond' tag offers a comprehensive understanding of the current state, future potential, and strategic business implications of next-generation mobile networks, making it an essential resource for enthusiasts, professionals, and decision-makers interested in the technological evolution shaping our connected world.

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Recent 5G & Beyond News

Blue Cloud Softech wins nod for national ISP licence
Cloud Services

Blue Cloud Softech wins nod for national ISP licence

Blue Cloud Softech wins key LoI from India's DoT for a national ISP licence under the Unified Licence VNO framework, pending compliance steps.

Thu, 19th Feb 2026

Blue Cloud deploys AI video system at Telangana clinic
FWA

Blue Cloud deploys AI video system at Telangana clinic

Blue Cloud rolls out AI video analytics at a Telangana dialysis centre, integrating patient ID, workflow tracking and safety monitoring.

Fri, 30th Jan 2026

Amantya drives global push for AI-native 5G networks
Education, Learning & Training

Amantya drives global push for AI-native 5G networks

Amantya accelerates global rollout of AI-native 5G platforms as operators seek automation-first networks from core to edge and test labs.

Thu, 29th Jan 2026

BCSSL & BSNL validate 5G FWA model, prepare for rollout
Network Infrastructure

BCSSL & BSNL validate 5G FWA model, prepare for rollout

BCSSL and BSNL validate enterprise-grade 5G FWA in Visakhapatnam, clearing the way for commercial rollout across India's BSNL network.

Mon, 29th Dec 2025

Arrcus strengthens India focus with AI-ready networking push
IT Industry

Arrcus strengthens India focus with AI-ready networking push

Arrcus expands operations in India, boosting AI-ready networking solutions to support the nation's growing digital and AI infrastructure demands.

Thu, 9th Oct 2025

Tata Communications & AWS build AI-optimised network in India
Cloud Services

Tata Communications & AWS build AI-optimised network in India

Tata Communications and AWS are building India's largest AI-optimised network to connect key data centres in Mumbai, Hyderabad and Chennai for faster cloud services.

Fri, 25th Jul 2025

Jio unveils new plans with unlimited 5G data & apps
Wireless Networks

Jio unveils new plans with unlimited 5G data & apps

Jio unveils new unlimited plans in India, marking a leap forward in digital accessibility with its cutting-edge True 5G network and AI-driven apps.

Wed, 3rd Jul 2024

Jio acquires additional spectrum in Bihar & West Bengal
Data Traffic

Jio acquires additional spectrum in Bihar & West Bengal

Jio acquires additional 1800 MHz spectrum in Bihar and West Bengal, investing INR ₹973.63 crores to bolster 4G and 5G capabilities, enhancing its telecom leadership.

Tue, 2nd Jul 2024

Constl partners with Ciena to enhance India's digital network
Network Management

Constl partners with Ciena to enhance India's digital network

Constl partners with Ciena to boost India's digital network, deploying advanced optical tech to enhance MAN and NLD services, promising up to 1.6T capacity.

Tue, 4th Jun 2024

CBNG opens Bangalore engineering hub for VectaStar NR
Network Infrastructure

CBNG opens Bangalore engineering hub for VectaStar NR

The expansion strengthens CBNG's software development capacity as demand grows for faster fixed wireless broadband updates and wider network coverage.

3 days ago

Westcon-Comstor expands Ericsson private 5G in APAC
Network Infrastructure

Westcon-Comstor expands Ericsson private 5G in APAC

Channel partners across Asia-Pacific will gain wider access to private 5G as Ericsson broadens distribution through Westcon-Comstor.

3 days ago

Asia-Pacific GSMA roundtable calls for AI network upgrade
Network Infrastructure

Asia-Pacific GSMA roundtable calls for AI network upgrade

Rising AI demand is forcing Asia-Pacific telecoms to upgrade networks for lower latency, higher bandwidth and tighter cross-border coordination.

Last week

Asia-Pacific telecoms push AI monetisation at roundtable
Robotics

Asia-Pacific telecoms push AI monetisation at roundtable

Operators in Asia-Pacific are under pressure to find new revenue as AI services and 5G-Advanced reshape telecoms economics.

Last week

Verizon outlines AI-driven roadmap for autonomous networks
Productivity

Verizon outlines AI-driven roadmap for autonomous networks

Verizon has outlined its strategy to build AI-driven autonomous networks that can identify, diagnose and resolve issues with limited human intervention.

Last week

RANsemi & TechPhosis integrate OCUDU for 5G small cells
Defense

RANsemi & TechPhosis integrate OCUDU for 5G small cells

Operators could gain a deployable open-source 5G stack for compact small cells as the pair link OCUDU software to commercial PHY hardware.

Last month

Tech Mahindra expands Telefónica Germany cloud deal
Storage

Tech Mahindra expands Telefónica Germany cloud deal

The multi-year project aims to give Telefónica Germany more control over data, resilience and AI-ready services as it modernises infrastructure.

Last month

AI-native telco accelerator launched to speed deployment
Digital Transformation

AI-native telco accelerator launched to speed deployment

A new benchmark and shared guidance aim to help telecom operators turn scattered AI pilots into large-scale deployments across their networks.

Last month

Transatel, Docomo & Zscaler launch IoT security service
Virtual Private Networks

Transatel, Docomo & Zscaler launch IoT security service

Enterprises linking thousands of low-power devices across borders can now secure them without VPNs or on-device agents in Japan.

Last month

Small Cell Forum crowns 2026 Mobile Network Awards
Smart Cities

Small Cell Forum crowns 2026 Mobile Network Awards

Public safety, enterprise mobility and neutral host deployments were among the winners as the forum highlighted live commercial use of small-cell technology.

Last month

NGMN urges simpler 6G migration with MRSS baseline
Supply Chain

NGMN urges simpler 6G migration with MRSS baseline

Operators risk higher costs and fragmented networks unless 6G migration is simplified, with standards still expected in the early 2030s.

Last month