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technology2 hours ago•9 min saved

Triple Carriers Forge Satellite-Backed Venture to End Wireless Dead Zones

AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon announced plans to form a joint venture that would pool spectrum and invest in satellite-based direct-to-device technologies to expand mobile connectivity and reduce dead zones, especially in rural or unserved areas, while improving reliability during emergencies and accelerating innovation across wireless and satellite services. The deal awaits definitive agreements and regulatory approvals.

via AT&T Newsroom|

#joint-venture #rural-areas #satellite-direct-to-device

business2 years ago•0 min saved

AT&T's Ericsson Deal Fails to Cut Costs, CEO Admits

AT&T's CEO, John Stankey, stated that the recently announced $14 billion supply deal with Ericsson will not be a "secret sauce" for reducing costs, but rather the savings will be allocated towards other spending priorities such as improving wireless coverage and building fiber-optic cables. Stankey also mentioned that Nokia could still compete for business in the future, particularly in the era of 6G networks. The deal with Ericsson will result in AT&T moving away from Nokia equipment in many markets.

via The Wall Street Journal|

#atandt #business #cost-savings