The Ultimate Guide to 5G & Beyond
A curated Canadian edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for 5G & Beyond.
What to know about 5G & Beyond
5G & Beyond represents the evolving frontier of telecommunications technology, focusing on the transition from traditional mobile networks to ultra-fast, low-latency, and highly connected digital ecosystems. This tag covers innovations related to 5G deployment, enhancements, and the emerging 6G research that promise to revolutionize communication infrastructures.
Through our curated stories, readers can explore how global industry leaders are trialing and advancing 5G technologies, the convergence of networks with cloud computing and AI, and the transformative impact on sectors like IoT, smart cities, and industrial applications. Insights also delve into the challenges of security, infrastructure development, and regulatory environments shaping the future of connectivity.
Engaging with content under the '5G & Beyond' tag offers a comprehensive understanding of the current state, future potential, and strategic business implications of next-generation mobile networks, making it an essential resource for enthusiasts, professionals, and decision-makers interested in the technological evolution shaping our connected world.
Canadian 5G & Beyond News
Regional stories with direct local relevance.webp)
Arrcus & TELUS test sovereign AI network in Canada
The trial could help public safety and government users keep AI processing in Canada while improving latency for distributed workloads.
Private 5G looking to rewire Canada's factory floors
Private 5G aims to help manufacturers connect factory systems, automate operations and use real-time data more easily across production sites.
TELUS chief Darren Entwistle joins BC Innovators hall
The honour spotlights TELUS's CAD $70 billion British Columbia investment as the company faces pressure to link spending with jobs and access.
Traditional banks, telcos among Canada's top valued brands
Growth has spread beyond banking in Canada, with telecoms, utilities and retailers helping lift the country’s top brand values 16 per cent.
6G in Canada: Terahertz research drives early work
Room-temperature terahertz detectors could help Canada’s 6G networks gain more bandwidth, faster data and lower latency within years.
Canadians tracking astronaut health with AI for lunar missions
Data from the Artemis II mission could help shape safer moon voyages by letting Canadian researchers spot astronaut health risks in real time.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to 5G & Beyond
Data centre infrastructure market to hit USD $128bn by 2034
Application modernisation services market set to soar
NTT DATA named market shaper in Gartner physical AI
Proximus Global rises to Gartner CPaaS leaders group
Data centre market set to hit USD $1.08 trillion by 2034
Reviews
Expert Columns
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the networkRecent 5G & Beyond News
Schnell LiFi eyes Canada expansion after Fedeli talks
Ontario will be the first Canadian test bed for light-based networking as Schnell LiFi targets government, defence and smart city sites.
From Bill C-26 to C-8: Canada's cyber law reboot explained
Canada's long-stalled cybersecurity overhaul is reborn as Bill C-8, promising strict rules for critical infrastructure after years of delay.
Videotron taps Samsung to modernise Canadian 5G core
Videotron is expanding its deal with Samsung to deploy a cloud-native 4G and 5G core, backing its national growth and Fizz brand rollout.
Exclusive: TD's Josh Death on the patents that follow financial innovation
TD's head of intellectual property explains why patents have become central to banking innovation, from mobile to responsible AI.
David Owasi on turning missed calls into an AI business
After losing his job, David Owasi grew OutreachGenius into an AI call-handler for trades - and now has his sights set on space technology.
CANARIE: The network behind Canada's scientific breakthroughs
A little-known research network, built before the cloud, now underpins Canada's AI, biotech and climate science - but its future is uncertain.
TELUS & kini launch phone plans for Filipino-Canadians
TELUS and kini mobile launch dual-number prepaid plans letting Filipino-Canadians use Philippine and Canadian lines on one 5G device.
AI transformation begins with connectivity
Canadian firms say secure, high-speed 5G connectivity is vital to unlocking AI's full potential and boosting business efficiency and innovation.
Ericsson wireless tech boosts productivity on Canadian high-rise sites
Ericsson wireless tech powers Coffrages Synergy Formwork's Sky Shack offices, boosting connectivity and productivity on Canadian high-rise construction sites.
Ontario invests CAD $50 million to boost manufacturers' tech edge
Ontario commits CAD $50 million to support manufacturers adopting advanced technologies like AI, robotics, and 5G, boosting innovation and global competitiveness.
Canada's new space race is about one main thing: Satellites
Canada is accelerating its space ambitions, aiming to lead the next era of space exploration with innovative technology and bold missions.
Exclusive: Ericsson EWS' Jason Falovo on Canada's 5G evolution
Jason Falovo of EWS discusses the rapid expansion and opportunities in Canada's booming 5G market, highlighting key industry insights and growth potential.
TELUS to invest CAD $2 billion in Ontario & Quebec broadband
TELUS will invest CAD $2 billion over five years to expand broadband fibre and wireless infrastructure across Ontario and Quebec, boosting connectivity and digital services.
NGMN backs MRSS as baseline for 5G-to-6G migration
Operators want to avoid costly 6G roll-outs, with NGMN saying any migration path must minimise hardware changes and complexity.
Tech Mahindra unveils telco architecture for AI rollouts
AI pilots in telecoms often stall before production, as fragmented data and legacy systems hinder operators' attempts to automate core operations.
Totogi Ontology goes live in seven telecoms deployments
Telecoms operators are using the software to cut outages, alarm noise and order failures after live trials expanded across five continents.
Apple unveils iPhone 18 Pro with variable aperture
The top-end iPhone range gains AI features and a variable-aperture camera, as Apple targets better photos, battery life and performance.
Apple unveils iPhone Duo, its first foldable phone
Apple is entering the foldable market with a dual-screen handset that adds split-screen multitasking and starts at AUD $3,499.
Ciena says AI services to drive telecoms revenue growth
Telecom operators face urgent network upgrades as most expect AI and managed fibre services to be major new revenue sources.
Verizon backs end-to-end 5G slicing for critical users
Mission-critical users could get more reliable service as Verizon says full-network slicing beats separate physical cores for 5G traffic.