[New] The next round of field tests is scheduled for early 2026, in the Mojave Desert - one of the hottest, driest places on Earth.
MIT Technology Review
[New] CFS is developing the SPARC tokamak - a compact, high-field fusion device aimed at achieving net energy gain (burning plasma) by 2026.
NextBigFuture.com
[New] The Vera C. Rubin Observatory in Chile, which came online in 2025, will soon survey the entire southern sky every three nights, identifying changes within 60 seconds of their detection to create near-real-time movies of the sky and finding 10 million changes every day.
Scientific American
[New] Expected to arrive around 2030, 6G will tap into the terahertz spectrum, enabling speeds near 1 terabit per second-fast enough to stream immersive holograms in full real-time.
Tech Times
[New] With projected speeds near 1 terabit per second and the rise of terahertz communication, real-time holograms, digital twins, and ultra-intelligent IoT networks could redefine work, communication, and global infrastructure.
Tech Times
[New] By 2026, telecom networks will not be just about data.
aipix.ai
[New] Telecom consolidation is accelerating as capex spending, which weakened in 2024, remains muted and is projected to extend further into 2026, compounded by weak 5G monetization. / USAFrank Rayal
[New] Near-term monetary easing, fiscal support, and a booming AI-led capex cycle could push U.S. growth above expectations.
WTW
[New] The current environment shows a greater awareness among governments of AI's disruptive potential, leading to more proactive regulatory discussions, contrasting with other historical tech bubbles like the Telecom Bubble, Chinese Tech Bubble, and Cryptocurrency Bubble.
FinancialContent
Every residence will feature Wi-Fi, voice and app controls, emergency calling features, smart speakers, room-to-room intercom systems, emergency lighting, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and smart thermostats-making it one of the most comprehensive smart living developments in American history.
CCE l ONLINE NEWS
AST SpaceMobile is accelerating its production and operations, and by the end of 2026, the space telecommunications firm plans on having between 45 and 60 BlueBird satellites in LEO servicing the United States, Europe, and Japan.
investing.com
Over the next few years, space-based networks will evolve from simply being extensions of a telecom company's capacity (i.e., satellite phones) to being fully integrated components of the globe's telecom communication infrastructure.
CIO&Leader
Five technological developments are emerging as the most important factors influencing telecom in 2026 as operators compete to enable new digital services at cheaper costs.
CIO&Leader
Starlink Wi-Fi connectivity is expected to launch in early 2026 following certification.
Red94
British Airways passengers will soon be among the first fliers to enjoy complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi following a deal with Starlink.
Meon Travel
British Airways has partnered with Starlink to bring fast, reliable satellite Wi-Fi to over 500 aircraft from 2026.
Meon Travel
Emirates will roll out complimentary ultra-fast Starlink Wi-Fi across its entire in-service fleet, providing ground-level internet quality for streaming, gaming, calls, and browsing on both seatback screens and personal devices.
Luxury Travel Expert
The signing of the MoU comes as Somalia prepares to commence trading on NSES in early 2026, targeting key sectors such as telecommunications, banking, energy, real estate, and agriculture.
FinExtra
In the near future, TIPS could evolve into a global hub for instant cross-border payments by interlinking with other fast payment systems.
European Central Bank
Last updated: 22 December 2025
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