Global Scans · Internet Communication · Weekly Summary

• [New] Project Kuiper's carrier-centric strategy and OneWeb's partnerships with telecom operators could help integrate LEO capacity into national broadband plans rather than positioning it purely as a premium product. Programming Helper
• [New] CEVA Inc is poised for continued growth, supported by an anticipated rise in licensing revenue from AI processor technology and robust royalty streams from expanding markets such as 5G and IoT, which offer higher long-term royalty potential. Public
• [New] The broader implication is that satellite internet is evolving beyond consumer broadband into a layered global infrastructure, where diversity in technology, markets, and operational models will define competitive advantage going forward. Wasel & Wasel
• [New] 5G will carry 83% of all mobile data by 2031, up from 34% in 2024. Mobile Industry Review
• [New] The 5G Integrated Command Centre by AETOS, an SJ company, fuses AI and 3D digital twins for virtual patrols and predictive risk detection. Building
• [New] SpaceX's acquisition of spectrum from EchoStar, some globally licensed like Iridium's own spectrum, will allow it to offer not just usable broadband to mobile devices but also its own IoT services. Light Reading
• [New] The shift towards 5G as the primary capacity layer for businesses will continue to gather pace in 2026. Wireless Infrastructure Group
• [New] Extended reality live streaming is projected to grow at 34% annually through 2027, driven by falling hardware costs and 5G-enabled low-latency transmission. Market Data Forecast
• [New] By 2026, the integration of Edge AI, ultra-reliable 5G connectivity, and advanced digital twins will make predictive maintenance not just an option, but a standard operating practice for competitive manufacturers. ManufactureNow
• [New] By the end of 2025, fiber broadband will pass over 60% of U.S. households, with projections showing fiber on track to become the dominant delivery platform by 2028. Wray Castle
• [New] Starlink's IPO could help establish satellite internet as a defined and measurable category alongside traditional telecom and broadband services. Yahoo Finance
• [New] Tech-focused travelers will be drawn to London as it has become Europe's premier smart city, with the 2026 rollout of 5G across the entire Underground network and the world's most advanced contactless payment ecosystem. BusinessMole
• [New] In the UK, all 3G networks are set to switch off by early 2026, with full 2G/3G closure by 2033 to boost 5G expansion. TelecomLead
• [New] Globally, 5G subscriptions are forecast to reach 6.4 billion by 2031, making up nearly two-thirds of all mobile subscriptions. Banking Finance - News, Articles, Statistics, Banking E
• [New] If enacted, the Middle Mile for Rural America Act would amend Section 602 of the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 by replacing 2018 through 2023 with 2026 through 2031, extending USDA's authority to support middle-mile broadband infrastructure in rural communities. AGDAILY
• [New] In 2026, IoT and 5G will drive sustainability by tracking emissions in real time and supporting autonomous fleets. HotBot
• [New] As 5G networks are anticipated to manage 80% of mobile data traffic by 2030, protecting the ecosystem and ensuring secure data exchange remains integral. Yahoo Finance
• [New] Worldwide satellite broadband subscriptions are forecast to grow from 6.76 million at the end of 2024 to 12.67 million by the close of 2026. Tele Info Today |
• LEO broadband will enter a new phase of scaled roll-out as more constellations come online, including Amazon Kuiper and China's Qianfan (Thousand Sails). Access Partnership

Last updated: 01 February 2026