The Ultimate Guide to 5G & Beyond
A curated UK 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.
UK 5G & Beyond News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Antevia & Ontix team up on shared indoor 5G network
It could cut indoor 5G deployment costs for venues by letting public mobile and private network services share the same radio kit.
Uswitch warns of mobile signal disruption at London Marathon
Crowds of more than 59,000 runners and spectators could leave phones struggling with calls, data and live tracking along the route.
Cambridge Wireless unveils 2026 conference on AI & security
More than 500 delegates will hear how AI, cyber threats and automation are reshaping the role of telecoms networks and infrastructure.
Europe launches HiCONNECTS to cut AI data centre power
Researchers say light-based computing could curb rising electricity demand as AI and cloud services push data centres towards higher power use.
AccelerComm wins 56th patent as 5G satellite growth continues
Its technology is already in more than 200 commercial satellites, as the Southampton firm broadens 5G non-terrestrial networks and standards work.
Wilson brings shipboard mobile coverage to Mercy Ships
The hospital ship will gain reliable cellular service for crew and volunteers, easing care coordination and family contact across African ports.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to 5G & Beyond
Data centre market set to hit USD $1.08 trillion by 2034
Satellite Connect Europe unveils MNO-first space network
Enterprise IoT hits USD $324bn as AI drives autonomy
Aeris tops 100 million devices on IoT platform after deal
Forrester maps ten edge & IoT trends set to shape 2025
Reviews
Expert Columns
Recent 5G & Beyond News
Thames Freeport names winners in Connectivity Lab trials
Trials at Thames Freeport are moving AI, 5G and tracking tools into live port operations, with productivity gains of at least 25% expected.
Sticklers to unveil PRO360° cleaner at ANGA COM 2026
The touchless cleaner is aimed at reducing contamination risks in high-volume fibre networks, where poor end-face cleanliness can disrupt service.
Antevia joins O-RAN Alliance to simplify private 5G
Smaller firms could gain easier in-building 5G as Antevia joins the O-RAN Alliance to push open standards and cut deployment costs.
RANsemi chip powers Apeiroon deployable 5G systems
Deployable 4G and 5G kits for defence and emergency teams are set to shrink as Apeiroon adopts RANsemi's RNS802 chip.
AETA joins TCCA to boost critical audio communications
The move gives the French supplier a bigger role in standards work for mission-critical audio, from broadcast to public safety and transport.
BT says over 3 million UK homes move to digital landlines
More than 3m UK homes have switched to digital landlines as BT warns those ignoring the rollout risk disruption before analogue ends in 2027.
Virgin Media O2 pays GBP £6.6m to recycle 85,500 devices
Virgin Media O2 paid GBP £6.6m to customers for 85,500 unwanted devices in 2025, highlighting e-waste risks and data security fears.
b<>com offers free Open XG Hub for 5G & 6G testing
b<>com launches Open XG Hub, a free 5G/6G testbed to help labs trial open RAN components, private networks and new architectures.
Ontix & Virgin Media O2 light up 5G small cells in Bath
Ontix and Virgin Media O2 have activated 5G small cells across central Bath, boosting mobile capacity in busy historic and retail areas.
Tide adds embedded 5G mobile plans for UK small firms
Tide launches embedded 5G mobile plans in its app, giving UK small firms business numbers with unlimited calls, texts and optional data.
SUSE revamps structure to boost digital sovereignty focus
SUSE reshapes its European tech structure, adds senior leaders and new business units to sharpen its digital sovereignty and AI focus.
Telefónica Spain standardises networks on Red Hat OpenShift
Telefónica Spain makes Red Hat OpenShift its standard platform to unify IT and network workloads and speed 5G-ready service delivery.
WMIS joins TCCA to boost critical comms recruitment
UK recruiter WMIS joins industry body TCCA to strengthen global talent pipelines across the evolving critical communications sector.
Netherlands tops MedUX ranking for European 5G quality
The Netherlands has been named Europe's top market for 5G mobile quality, beating Denmark, Norway and Switzerland in MedUX's latest study.
UK councils join industry in new small cell push
UK councils and telecoms firms form new Small Cell Forum group to simplify street-level 4G and 5G upgrades in towns and cities.
Infovista unveils VistAI agentic AI for telecom ops
Infovista launches VistAI, an intent-driven agentic AI framework to automate cross-domain telecom operations and cut network complexity.
EE opens Lakeside store with AI safety appointments
EE has opened a new Lakeside Experience store, piloting 'Stay Safe with AI' sessions amid a GBP £3 million UK retail investment plan.
CBNG unveils VectaStar NR 5G mmWave fixed wireless
Cambridge Broadband Networks Group launches VectaStar NR, a 5G mmWave fixed wireless platform promising fibre-grade last-mile speeds.
Small Cell Forum maps 2026 push for scalable 5G growth
Small Cell Forum targets 2026 to standardise small cell frameworks, boost neutral host models and clear barriers to scalable 5G growth.
RANsemi, Radisys unveil all-in-a-box 5G for defence
RANsemi and Radisys unveil an all-in-a-box private 5G platform for rapid, resilient mission-critical defence and public safety deployments.