UK

EE Unveils UK’s First 5G Standalone Network at Wembley Stadium
Wembley Stadium has made history as the first sports venue in the UK to have its own dedicated 5G standalone (SA) network, following an upgrade by mobile network operator EE. This advancement places Wembley ahead of other major UK sporting venues such as Twickenham, the Principality Stadium, and Wimbledon in terms of mobile connectivity, offering […]
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Freshwave Deploys 4G Network at London
UK connectivity infrastructure provider Freshwave, in collaboration with real estate technology firm Electracom Projects, has successfully deployed 4G connectivity from all four major UK mobile network operators (MNOs) at 8 Bishopsgate, a landmark development in the City of London. Developed by Mitsubishi Estate London and Stanhope, the 50-storey skyscraper spans over 900,000 square feet, with […]
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Why is UK 5G Rollout Slower?
The United Kingdom’s slower pace in 5G deployment can be attributed to structural and policy inefficiencies, despite its geographical and urbanisation advantages comparable to high-performing Nordic countries. Leading UK telecom operators include BT/EE, Virgin Media, Vodafone, Three UK, and SKY. In Q4 2024, the UK recorded 5G availability of 42.2%, falling behind Ireland (61.9%), France […]
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