Huawei carried out the commercial launch of its Apollo platform, with the 3GPP Release 18 standards. Nokia has already defined its lines of action and Ericsson launched a pilot test with the Saudi operator STC.

After the recent definition of 3GPP Release 18, with the standards for 5G Advanced, it was the starting signal for announcements by providers of initiatives with a view to positioning themselves in the mobile market. Both providers and operators see 5G A as a source of income that improves their balance sheets.

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Huawei carried out the commercial launch of its Apollo platform, with the 3GPP Release 18 standards. Nokia has already defined its lines of action and Ericsson launched a pilot test with the Saudi operator STC.

MORE ANALYSIS

Telcos keep losing staff, now due to AI impact

A report by consultancy MTN covering 72 major operators recorded a total of 4.344 million employees in the third quarter of 2025, 2% fewer than a year earlier. Telefónica led the layoffs, reducing its workforce by 10,100 people.

Telefónica reported 2025 losses linked to exceptional events

The sale of four Latin American subsidiaries, along with the layoff of 5,000 employees, generated a negative accounting impact.

Liberty Latin America maintains postpaid, B2B revenue after Melissa hurricane

Its revenues reached US$1.16 billion in the fourth quarter, with a slight year-on-year increase of 1%. Mobile subscribers totaled 6.79 million, while RGUs reached 3.83 million.

Warning to telcos: Job cuts may leave them vulnerable and unable to innovate

According to an MTN report, operators are continually adjusting their workforce under the pretext of improving dividends, while also taking advantage of the growing presence of AI. However, one possible consequence is excessive staff turnover and the loss of know-how, particularly in cybersecurity.

Pressed by weak results, Nokia relaunches with a renewed focus on AI

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