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GSMA: Achieving universal connectivity in Latin America requires a reassessment of Universal Service Funds
Thursday 30 March, 2023 | Brasil | Colombia | Costa Rica | Ecuador
A new study reveals the limitations of this instrument’s present-day design and examines reforms and alternatives to expand 4G beyond the current market frontier. 30 March, 2023, Buenos Aires: With an exponential growth in recent years, mobile connectivity in Latin America ...
Brazilian mobile operators join GSMA’s We Care campaign to address the mobile internet usage gap
Tuesday 21 March, 2023 | Brazil | We Care
In MWC Barcelona, operators and authorities discussed how to connect the quarter of Brazilian population who do not use mobile internet services despite living within broadband coverage. 21 March, 2023, Brasília: The Brazilian mobile industry has joined forces for digital ...
Balanced 6 GHz decisions continue as regional and global trend
Friday 24 February, 2023 | Uncategorized
Following a recent decision from telecom regulator IFT, Mexico has joined a growing number of countries that are keeping their regulatory options open for the 6 GHz band – an important decision for the future of 5G. IFT has limited the unlicensed use of… Read the full ...
Chile 6 GHz 5G decision follows global trend
Thursday 29 September, 2022 | Uncategorized
Chile’s Ministry of Transport and Telecommunications has opened the door to using 6 GHz for 5G, reversing an earlier decision to make the whole band (5925-7125 MHz) available for Wi-Fi… Read the full article on the GSMA Spectrum Blog.
Brazil multi-band auction: one of the largest in mobile history
Wednesday 12 January, 2022 | Uncategorized
Government and mobile industry set the stage for 5G in assignment of 2.3 GHz, 3.5 GHz, and 26 GHz to mobile. Brazil’s recent multi-band auction was one of the largest in history and it was designed to drive a period of intense investment and competition in 5G services. ...
5G Momentum Builds, But 4G Peak is Still Expected in Latin America
Tuesday 30 November, 2021 | Uncategorized
5G is Anticipated to Represent 12% of Total Connections by 2025 (86 Million); While 4G Adoption is Forecast to Rise from 55% in 2020 to 67% by the Same Year 30 November 2021, Buenos Aires: ‘The Mobile Economy Latin America 2021’, GSMA’s flagship regional report, was launched ...
GSMA calls on governments to license 6 GHz to power 5G
Monday 17 May, 2021 | Uncategorized
5G’s economic potential at risk as countries diverge on critical 6 GHz spectrum 17 May 2021, London: The global future of 5G is at risk if governments fail to align on licensing 6 GHz spectrum, the GSMA said… Read full story.
Crunch time in Brazil ahead of 6 GHz consultation
Wednesday 9 December, 2020 | 5G | Blog | Brazil
Wireless connectivity is a crucial part of Brazil’s infrastructure and the decisions we make about the 6 GHz band must be based on a deep understanding of the way our market works. Access to 6 GHz spectrum is a high priority for Brazilian mobile operators and will play a ...
Latin America enters the 5G era with 15 million connections expected by 2022
Tuesday 1 December, 2020 | Report launch
5G productivity boost in the enterprise segment set to improve further the mobile industry’s contribution to the regional economy, which already accounts for 7% of GDP (USD 421 billion in 2019) 1 December, Buenos Aires: 5G becomes a reality in Latin America. The service was ...
The 3.5 GHz range and the future of 5G in Latin America
Tuesday 10 November, 2020 | 5G | Spectrum
How can governments and regulators across Latin American help start unlock the full potential 5G? Our latest report offers in-depth analysis at the 3.5 GHz range in LATAM; what the current situation is, how to overcome all challenges, and what should happen next. When done ...
La industria móvil continúa cerrando la brecha digital y acelerando su impacto global en todos los ODS, señala informe de la GSMA
Friday 25 September, 2020 | English News
En 2019, la industria móvil aumentó el impacto en los 17 Objetivos de Desarrollo Sostenible por quinto año consecutivo. La conectividad móvil ha generado importantes beneficios económicos, sociales y ambientales. Para maximizar la contribución de la industria móvil a los ODS ...
GSMA announces date changes for its MWC21 Series
Wednesday 23 September, 2020 | English News | newsspa
MWC Shanghai to Precede MWC Barcelona, MWC LA Remains as Planned 23 September 2020, London: GSMA today announced a rescheduling of its world-class MWC series for 2021. MWC21 Shanghai will now take place from 23 – 25 February 2021, and MWC21 Barcelona will now take place ...
A balanced approach to 6 GHz is needed
Friday 7 August, 2020 | 5G | English News | Spectrum
Mid-band spectrum is a vital component of universal 5G connectivity. Discussions regarding 6 GHz spectrum need to maximise its value and balance different uses: this is a priority band for mobile network operators. Amid this period of change during the pandemic, the value of ...
Adjusting mobile tax policy in light of COVID-19: How fiscal policy can keep us connected
Friday 29 May, 2020 | English News
As countries battle with the coronavirus outbreak, governments around the world are taking unprecedented fiscal and economic measures to support their economies. Recognising the critical role of digital technologies in keeping people connected, enabling business continuity, ...
Maintaining consumer trust in the fight against COVID-19
Wednesday 29 April, 2020 | English News | Privacy
COVID-19 continues to fundamentally change the global landscape. Responding to this crisis situation, mobile network operators are working with stakeholders around the world –including governments, international organisations, NGOs, and academics– to ensure that mobile can ...
Eleven Regulatory Recommendations to Sustain Connectivity during the COVID-19 Crisis
Friday 3 April, 2020 | English News
The COVID-19 pandemic is a public health crisis shared by all, requiring consumers, companies and governments to adapt to new circumstances and support efforts to contain the spread of this disease. The foremost goal is to save lives. But there are many other critical ...
Keeping everyone and everything connected: How temporary access to spectrum can ease congestion during the COVID-19 crisis
Thursday 2 April, 2020 | English News
In the wake of the social restrictions in place to help manage the threat of COVID-19, billions of people worldwide are relying on mobile access as family interactions, socialising and work activities move online. While the world shuts down normal activities to limit the ...
Mobile industry has never been more important to world’s citizens and global economy
Thursday 26 March, 2020 | English News
I would like to recognise the contributions that mobile operators around the world are making to help their communities meet the unprecedented challenges caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Providing robust and secure connectivity to individuals, businesses and governments has ...
GSMA: 5G Moves from Hype to Reality – but 4G Still King
Thursday 5 March, 2020 | English News
Global Mobile Economy Valued at $4.9 Trillion by 2025 as 5G Ramps Up London: 5G has gained significant traction over the past year and is now live in 24 markets worldwide, supported by an expanding roster of 5G devices and growing awareness among consumers. According to the ...
ICT Industry Agrees Landmark Science-Based Pathway to Reach Net Zero Emissions
Thursday 27 February, 2020 | English News
ITU, GeSI, GSMA & SBTi Set Science-Based Pathway In Line With Paris Agreement London: The ICT industry is today taking an unprecedented step forward in tackling climate change with the release of the first-ever science-based pathway to reduce Greenhouse Gas (GHG) ...