Today’s telecom news includes announcements on Visible, FIFA World Cup 2026, McGraw Hill, T-Mobile, Telecom Italia, INWIT, Fastweb, among others.
Game on Without Roaming: Visible Unveils eSIM Travel Pass for FIFA World Cup 2026 Fans
Visible has introduced a new eSIM Travel Pass to help fans stay connected during the FIFA World Cup 2026 across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The service removes the need for physical SIM cards and expensive international roaming by offering a fully digital, easy to activate solution. Travelers can install the eSIM before departure and instantly access mobile data upon arrival. Designed for convenience, the pass enables seamless connectivity across multiple countries, making it ideal for fans attending matches in different cities.
Closing the Connectivity Gap: McGraw Hill and T-Mobile Power Digital Learning for All
McGraw Hill has partnered with T-Mobile to help school districts address the digital divide by combining digital learning tools with 5G-enabled devices. The initiative equips students with tablets preloaded with McGraw Hill’s educational platforms, while T-Mobile delivers reliable high-speed connectivity through its nationwide network. These devices also function as mobile hotspots, extending internet access to students’ homes and supporting continuous learning beyond the classroom. The solution integrates digital curriculum with seamless connectivity, enabling students to access lessons, assignments, and interactive tools anytime, helping schools enhance engagement and improve overall learning outcomes.
Telecom Italia Considers Early Exit from INWIT Deal, Raising Sector Tensions
Telecom Italia is reportedly exploring an early exit from its long-term contract with INWIT, according to sources familiar with the matter. The potential move follows a similar decision by Fastweb, adding pressure on INWIT, whose key tenants contribute roughly 85 percent of its total revenue. The issue is expected to be reviewed at an upcoming board meeting, signaling its strategic importance. INWIT is resisting any renegotiation efforts, maintaining that altering agreed terms would undermine existing contractual commitments. The development highlights rising strain between telecom operators and tower companies as firms increasingly look for ways to reduce infrastructure costs and improve financial flexibility.
Ericsson and Julich Harness AI and Supercomputing to Power 6G Revolution
Ericsson has signed a memorandum of understanding with Germany’s Forschungszentrum Jülich to collaborate on artificial intelligence technologies for the evolution of 5G and the development of future 6G networks. The partnership will leverage Julich’s JUPITER supercomputer, Europe’s first exascale system, to design and test advanced AI solutions aimed at making next‑generation mobile networks more intelligent and energy‑efficient. A key focus is on novel computing approaches like neuromorphic (brain‑inspired) computing to handle complex network tasks with reduced power usage. The collaboration brings together Ericsson’s global telecom infrastructure expertise with Jülich’s high‑performance computing capabilities to advance next-generation wireless technologies.
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