While Antel de Uruguay tests the first terminals to deploy specific services, in Mexico, Chile and Brazil there is an intense level of discussion about spectrum prices, positioning of each operator against the new technology and the 3.5 Ghz band, respectively.

Uruguay took the first step in April, with Antel's pre-commercial 5G launch, and remains the only case in Latin America with a real foray into new technology. Sources from the state-owned company told Convergencia that FWA (Fixed Wireless Access) terminals finally reached Antel after a considerable delay, and are now in a trial period, prior to the installation of services.

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While Antel de Uruguay tests the first terminals to deploy specific services, in Mexico, Chile and Brazil there is an intense level of discussion about spectrum prices, positioning of each operator against the new technology and the 3.5 Ghz band, respectively.

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There are already 24 agreements between satellite and mobile operators to provide sat-to-phone service

This was reported by the GSA in a recent report. Of these agreements, 2 are operational in island nations located in the Pacific: Palau and the Cook Islands. In 4 other countries, the technology is being tested, and there are 18 projects in the planning stage.

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Marck Zuckerberg, CEO of big tech, asked Wall Street for "patience" so that it does not abandon its actions, although he reaffirmed that the firm will continue with its advanced technological initiatives that consume a lot of Capex, in a turnaround from the 2023 decision to limit those expenses.

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