{"id":9072,"date":"2026-02-12T16:08:56","date_gmt":"2026-02-12T15:08:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/squire-technologies.co.uk\/blog\/?p=9072"},"modified":"2026-04-28T10:52:40","modified_gmt":"2026-04-28T09:52:40","slug":"telecoms-hot-or-not-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/squire-technologies.co.uk\/blog\/telecoms-hot-or-not-2026","title":{"rendered":"Telecoms: Hot or Not 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"bsf_rt_marker\"><\/div><div>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><span class=\"bsf-rt-reading-time\"><span class=\"bsf-rt-display-label\" prefix=\"Reading Time\">\n\t\t<\/span> <span class=\"bsf-rt-display-time\" reading_time=\"5\"><\/span> \n\t\t<span class=\"bsf-rt-display-postfix\" postfix=\"mins\"><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Telecoms: Hot or Not 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/hot-or-not-2026-main-blog-image.png\" alt=\"Telecoms Hot or Not 2026\"><\/p>\n<div>\n<h4>What in the telecom market is hot and not in 2026? Wondering \u201cAm I talking to an AI agent?\u201d will be a super-hot trend for 2026. Not hot in 2026 is tech companies bragging about AI robots that keep falling over.<\/h4>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We\u2019ve looked at our data, consulted with our team, chatted with our customers and partners and reviewed 2026 telecom industry analysis articles. Here are our deductions, and we don\u2019t believe AI is as burning hot as many people think.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3>\n<h3><b>Agentic AI in Telecom \u2013 Hot and cold in places like a microwaved dinner<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Agentic-Ai-pic.png\" alt=\"Agentic Ai \"><\/p>\n<div>\n<p>Beware! Most of the people heralding the great telecom agentic AI revolution are probably AI software and AI chip vendors.<\/p>\n<p>While AI innovation is surging, its use in telecommunications infrastructure will likely be incremental until it\u2019s risk-free and cheaper. However, a divide may arise between those telcos that can make incremental investments in agentic AI and those who can\u2019t.<\/p>\n<p>Risks, the pragmatism of telecom operators and the cost of infrastructure upgrades will temper AI deployments. AI learning from telecom data history will likely increase in 2026.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3>\n<h3><b>5G \u2013 Warm<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/h3>\n<div>\n<p><span>The 5G killer app never materialised, and talk about 5G is losing ground to 6G and AI. Additionally, network operators&#8217; focus is shifting from 5G deployment to optimisation for revenue extraction.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>However, 5G private networks are growing in Europe, and 5G API monetisation will likely experience growth in 2026. Furthermore, 5G Advanced (5G-A or 5.5G) is paving the way to 6G. So, soon, we could see more 5G-A-enabled technologies launching and <a href=\"https:\/\/squire-technologies.co.uk\/products\/open-gateway\/\">greater Open Gateway expansion<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/squire-technologies.co.uk\/document-download-form-5g-core-product-presentation\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/5G-core-product-enhanced-profile-image.png\" alt=\"5G core product presentation\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h3>\n<h3><b>Telecom security \u2013 Riding a solar flare<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/cybersecurity.png\" alt=\"cybersecurity\"><\/p>\n<div>\n<p>Quantum computing and AI are escalating cyber-threats.<\/p>\n<p>Here are three AI and quantum computing cyber threats to be aware of:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Faster attacks and decryption of traditional encryption.<\/li>\n<li>More varied and optimised social-engineer attacks.<\/li>\n<li>Increased HNDL (harvest now, decrypt later) attacks. <span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Operators can\u2019t simply deploy AI and quantum solutions to counter these threats either. A rushed AI deployment could rapidly scale up configuration errors and data mistakes and misinterpretations. Similarly, interoperability issues on complex networks could be exacerbated by hasty post-quantum cryptography rollouts.<\/p>\n<p><span>Operators must work with suppliers to ensure data and privacy remain secure in a quickly changing security threat landscape.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3>\n<h3><strong>MVNOs \u2013 Inferno!<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/h3>\n<div>\n<p><span>Expanded eSIM use, demand for cheaper deals and services, and niche market and branded MVNO ventures are driving MVNO growth. Africa, Latin America and Southeast Asia all saw MVNO growth in 2025, and 2026 should be the same.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Screenshot-2026-04-28-at-10.51.33.png\" alt=\"people on phones\"><\/p>\n<h3>\n<h3><b>Silent authentication \u2013 Warming up<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/silent-authentification.png\" alt=\"silent authentification\"><\/p>\n<div>\n<p>The extension of data network coverage could make silent authentication more viable. Doing so might protect or even increase A2P messaging market share.<\/p>\n<p>Silent authentication can improve security and user experience by reducing phishing scams and speeding up authentication. By eliminating OTPs for end users, silent authentication can reduce business and consumer losses.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3>\n<h3><b>Satellite communications \u2013 Failing to engage boosters<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/h3>\n<div>\n<p>Launch delays and low consumer uptake create a contrasting picture against optimistic satellite comms market speculation in 2026.<\/p>\n<p>In 2025, EchoStar sold its spectrum to SpaceX due to its inability to pay the interest on its debts. The cause of the debts seems to be a lack of consumer interest in space-based MNO services.<\/p>\n<p>Reasons for a lack of consumer interest may stem from:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Expensive subscription costs.<\/li>\n<li>A perception that satellite communication is for emergencies and hard-to-reach, rural areas.<\/li>\n<li>Improving coverage and faster speeds of traditional communications infrastructure.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Market Research Intellect reveals that consumer growth is still primarily centred on hard-to-reach rural areas. There are typically fewer people in rural areas, and they might not be able to afford the rates, slowing adoption.<\/p>\n<p>Nevertheless, competition is heating up. The EU is providing \u20ac10bn of funding to launch IRIS2, an alternative to Starlink. SpaceX could go public in 2026, boosting public interest. Furthermore, despite recent delays, more companies are seeking launch dates.<\/p>\n<p>However, until customers are convinced that satellite communication is reliable, fast and cost effective, businesses face an uphill battle.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/satellite-communications.png\" alt=\"satellite communications\"><\/p>\n<h3>\n<h3><strong>Telecom mergers \u2013 Simmering<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/mergers.png\" alt=\"mergers\"><\/p>\n<div>\n<p>In many countries, conditions for M&amp;As are improving due to deregulation and interest rates trending downwards. M&amp;As are being driven by desires for:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Affordable network upgrade and efficiency projects.<\/li>\n<li>Revenue generation through increased scaling and service diversification.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>M&amp;As present an opportunity for regulators to compel and incentivise telcos to improve infrastructure and connectivity. The UK\u2019s Vodafone\/Three merger is an example where Ofcom used the merger to prioritise standalone 5G objectives. As a result, regions like Europe could improve standalone 5G deployment beyond 2026.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3>\n<h3><strong>Speed and coverage \u2013 Cold<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/h3>\n<div>\n<p>In several regions, 5G deployments are failing to impact consumer sentiment. Customers are favouring customisable services over speed and coverage, which are now expected features.<\/p>\n<p>Providing customisable services presents a challenge for operators that are seeking to reduce network complexity and cut costs.<\/p>\n<p>So, demand for Interworking Functions and solutions that create network harmonisation could increase, while network expansions and upgrades falter.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/5g-coverage.png\" alt=\"5g coverage\"><\/p>\n<h3>\n<h3><strong>Network sharing \u2013 Turning up the heat<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/network-sharing.png\" alt=\"network sharing\"><\/p>\n<div>\n<p>Various forms of network sharing have been occurring for a few years. However, sharing may intensify as operators seek to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cut costs<\/li>\n<li>Scale up<\/li>\n<li>Increase revenue<\/li>\n<li>Meet sustainability targets<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span>Sustainability is no longer a pseudonym for ecology; it\u2019s a serious business strategy and revenue concern. Network sharing has become a critical tool in this strategy, though security concerns will increase as deeper infrastructure sharing occurs.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3>\n<h3><strong>Single-vendor network primacy \u2013 Icebergs!<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/h3>\n<div>\n<p>Communication service providers are searching for network harmony and reduced operational costs, making single-vendor networks appealing.<\/p>\n<p>However, other factors stand in opposition to this, such as:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The need to leverage rapidly changing technologies to optimise network efficiency.<\/li>\n<li>The cost of locked-in single vendor networks strategies.<\/li>\n<li>The need to meet consumer demands for customisable services.<\/li>\n<li>The growing interest in network sharing strategies.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>All of this suggests networks are only going to become more diverse.<\/p>\n<p>Furthermore, it\u2019s more cost effective to interwork new and legacy network components than replace the legacy components. As such, the increasing complexity of networks will build demand for solutions that unify signalling.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/squire-technologies.co.uk\/platforms\/sigla-unified-signalling\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Sigla_Blog-Preview-Image_1.png\" alt=\"\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p><p>\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/squire-technologies.co.uk\/platforms\/sigla-unified-signalling\/\">Find out more<\/a>\n    <\/p>\n<\/p>\n<h1>\n<h3><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/h1>\n<div>\n<p>While A2P SMS value-based pricing strategies present a way for operators to sustain market share, there are other options. Operators can utilise LCR, fraud detection, SMS firewalls and 10DLC regulations to reduce fraud and costs and inspire trust.<\/p>\n<p>SMS has proven to be highly adaptable, and A2P SMS revenue will continue to increase. Operators can use the ubiquity, simplicity and adaptability of SMS to generate revenue in growth markets like IoT.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Douglas-headshot-copy.png\" alt=\"Douglas Bryce\"><\/p>\n<hr>\n<div>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span>\u201cIf 2025 taught us anything, it\u2019s that anything can happen. To handle the current frenetic nature of economic, political and technological changes, you either must have versatility or deep pockets. <\/span><span>\u00a0<\/span><span>Oh, and nerves of steel. Good luck to us all.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Douglas Bryce, Marketing Communications Specialist at Squire Technologies<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<hr>\n<div>\n<p><b>References<\/b><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gsmaintelligence.com\/research\/2026-research-themes-topics-shaping-the-industry-and-driving-our-focus\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.gsmaintelligence.com\/research\/2026-research-themes-topics-shaping-the-industry-and-driving-our-focus<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/andoverintel.com\/2025\/12\/16\/telco-priorities-for-2026-can-they-change-anything\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/andoverintel.com\/2025\/12\/16\/telco-priorities-for-2026-can-they-change-anything\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.prnewswire.co.uk\/news-releases\/global-satellite-communication-services-market-expanding-at-a-steady-5-5-cagr-amid-rising-demand-for-broadband-connectivity-and-remote-communication-services--market-research-intellect-302668114.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.prnewswire.co.uk\/news-releases\/global-satellite-communication-services-market-expanding-at-a-steady-5-5-cagr-amid-rising-demand-for-broadband-connectivity-and-remote-communication-services\u2013market-research-intellect-302668114.html<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.emeoutlookmag.com\/technology\/top-five-technology-trends-in-2026\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.emeoutlookmag.com\/technology\/top-five-technology-trends-in-2026<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cerillion.com\/blog\/top-telecom-anti-trends-for-2026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.cerillion.com\/blog\/top-telecom-anti-trends-for-2026\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lightreading.com\/satellite\/amazon-leo-seeks-satellite-deployment-extension?utm_source=Sailthru&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=Issue:%202026-02-03%20Light%20Reading%20%5Bissue:81375%5D&amp;utm_term=Light%20Reading\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.lightreading.com\/satellite\/amazon-leo-seeks-satellite-deployment-extension?utm_source=Sailthru&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=Issue:%202026-02-03%20Light%20Reading%20%5Bissue:81375%5D&amp;utm_term=Light%20Reading<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/sites\/bernardmarr\/2025\/11\/05\/6-critical-telecom-trends-in-2026-what-industry-leaders-need-to-know\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/sites\/bernardmarr\/2025\/11\/05\/6-critical-telecom-trends-in-2026-what-industry-leaders-need-to-know\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gsmaintelligence.com\/research\/mvnos-in-focus-the-state-of-the-market-and-trends-shaping-growth\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.gsmaintelligence.com\/research\/mvnos-in-focus-the-state-of-the-market-and-trends-shaping-growth<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lightreading.com\/satellite\/where-is-the-value-in-cellular-satellite-messaging-\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.lightreading.com\/satellite\/where-is-the-value-in-cellular-satellite-messaging-<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/iclg.com\/practice-areas\/telecoms-media-and-internet-laws-and-regulations\/01-10-telecom-regulatory-trends-in-the-last-year\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/iclg.com\/practice-areas\/telecoms-media-and-internet-laws-and-regulations\/01-10-telecom-regulatory-trends-in-the-last-year<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.geo-tel.com\/top-6-telecom-trends-for-2026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.geo-tel.com\/top-6-telecom-trends-for-2026\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quantumxc.com\/blogs-podcasts\/quantum-computing-and-ai-threats\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/quantumxc.com\/blogs-podcasts\/quantum-computing-and-ai-threats\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kaspersky.com\/about\/press-releases\/kaspersky-warns-telecom-threats-from-2025-will-carry-into-2026-as-new-technology-adds-new-risk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.kaspersky.com\/about\/press-releases\/kaspersky-warns-telecom-threats-from-2025-will-carry-into-2026-as-new-technology-adds-new-risk<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pwc.com\/gx\/en\/services\/deals\/trends\/telecommunications-media-technology.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.pwc.com\/gx\/en\/services\/deals\/trends\/telecommunications-media-technology.html<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pwc.com\/us\/en\/industries\/tmt\/library\/telecom-media-deals-outlook.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.pwc.com\/us\/en\/industries\/tmt\/library\/telecom-media-deals-outlook.html<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.juniperresearch.com\/media\/skdnfrvg\/top-10-telecoms-connectivity-trends-2026.pdf?vgo_ee=x41IKQUeODZe4G0INjJTEkpyihdz3EyIN2q0BdcM7JnE08oiKtEIfoh5HFij8g%3D%3D%3AiZL1042m5bMzcDldSzw0faER9%2BQ%2B3uWv\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.juniperresearch.com\/media\/skdnfrvg\/top-10-telecoms-connectivity-trends-2026.pdf?vgo_ee=x41IKQUeODZe4G0INjJTEkpyihdz3EyIN2q0BdcM7JnE08oiKtEIfoh5HFij8g%3D%3D%3AiZL1042m5bMzcDldSzw0faER9%2BQ%2B3uWv<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/127720\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/linkedin-banner-overlay.png\" alt=\"linkedin banner overlay\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p><!--more--><br \/>\n<!-- 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Wondering \u201cAm I talking to an AI agent?\u201d will be a super-hot trend for 2026. Not hot in 2026 is tech companies bragging about AI robots that keep falling over.<\/h4>\n\n\\n\n\n<p style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">We\u2019ve looked at our data, consulted with our team, chatted with our customers and partners and reviewed 2026 telecom industry analysis articles. Here are our deductions, and we don\u2019t believe AI is as burning hot as many people think.<\/p>\n\n\",\"margin_bottom\":\"default\",\"margin_top\":\"default\"}}]}],\"props\":{\"margin_bottom\":\"remove\",\"margin_top\":\"remove\",\"row_gap\":\"collapse\"}}]},{\"type\":\"section\",\"props\":{\"image_position\":\"center-center\",\"padding_bottom\":\"none\",\"padding_top\":\"none\",\"style\":\"default\",\"title_breakpoint\":\"xl\",\"title_position\":\"top-left\",\"title_rotation\":\"left\",\"vertical_align\":\"\",\"width\":\"default\"},\"children\":[{\"type\":\"row\",\"children\":[{\"type\":\"column\",\"props\":{\"image_position\":\"center-center\",\"position_sticky_breakpoint\":\"m\"},\"children\":[{\"type\":\"headline\",\"props\":{\"content\":\"\n\n<h3><b>Agentic AI in Telecom \u2013 Hot and cold in places like a microwaved dinner<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\",\"image_align\":\"left\",\"image_margin\":\"xsmall\",\"title_element\":\"h3\",\"title_style\":\"h3\"}}]}]},{\"type\":\"row\",\"props\":{\"layout\":\"1-3,2-3\"},\"children\":[{\"type\":\"column\",\"props\":{\"image_position\":\"center-center\",\"position_sticky_breakpoint\":\"m\",\"width_medium\":\"1-3\"},\"children\":[{\"type\":\"image\",\"props\":{\"image\":\"wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Agentic-Ai-pic.png\",\"image_alt\":\"Agentic Ai \",\"image_svg_color\":\"emphasis\",\"margin_bottom\":\"default\",\"margin_top\":\"default\"}}]},{\"type\":\"column\",\"props\":{\"image_position\":\"center-center\",\"position_sticky_breakpoint\":\"m\",\"width_medium\":\"2-3\"},\"children\":[{\"type\":\"text\",\"props\":{\"column_breakpoint\":\"m\",\"content\":\"\n\n<p>Beware! Most of the people heralding the great telecom agentic AI revolution are probably AI software and AI chip vendors.<\/p>\n\n\\n\n\n<p>While AI innovation is surging, its use in telecommunications infrastructure will likely be incremental until it\u2019s risk-free and cheaper. However, a divide may arise between those telcos that can make incremental investments in agentic AI and those who can\u2019t.<\/p>\n\n\\n\n\n<p>Risks, the pragmatism of telecom operators and the cost of infrastructure upgrades will temper AI deployments. AI learning from telecom data history will likely increase in 2026.<\/p>\n\n\",\"margin_bottom\":\"default\",\"margin_top\":\"default\"}}]}]}]},{\"type\":\"section\",\"props\":{\"image_position\":\"center-center\",\"padding_bottom\":\"xsmall\",\"padding_top\":\"xsmall\",\"style\":\"default\",\"title_breakpoint\":\"xl\",\"title_position\":\"top-left\",\"title_rotation\":\"left\",\"vertical_align\":\"\",\"width\":\"default\"},\"children\":[{\"type\":\"row\",\"children\":[{\"type\":\"column\",\"props\":{\"image_position\":\"center-center\",\"position_sticky_breakpoint\":\"m\"},\"children\":[{\"type\":\"headline\",\"props\":{\"content\":\"\n\n<h3><b>5G \u2013 Warm<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\",\"image_align\":\"left\",\"image_margin\":\"xsmall\",\"title_element\":\"h3\",\"title_style\":\"h3\"}}]}]},{\"type\":\"row\",\"children\":[{\"type\":\"column\",\"props\":{\"image_position\":\"center-center\",\"position_sticky_breakpoint\":\"m\",\"width_medium\":\"3-4\"},\"children\":[{\"type\":\"text\",\"props\":{\"column_breakpoint\":\"m\",\"content\":\"\n\n<p><span>The 5G killer app never materialised, and talk about 5G is losing ground to 6G and AI. Additionally, network operators' focus is shifting from 5G deployment to optimisation for revenue extraction.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\\n\n\n<p>However, 5G private networks are growing in Europe, and 5G API monetisation will likely experience growth in 2026. Furthermore, 5G Advanced (5G-A or 5.5G) is paving the way to 6G. So, soon, we could see more 5G-A-enabled technologies launching and <a href=\\\"https:\/\/squire-technologies.co.uk\/products\/open-gateway\/\\\">greater Open Gateway expansion<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\",\"margin_bottom\":\"default\",\"margin_top\":\"default\"}}]},{\"type\":\"column\",\"props\":{\"image_position\":\"center-center\",\"image_size\":\"contain\",\"position_sticky_breakpoint\":\"m\",\"width_medium\":\"1-4\"},\"children\":[{\"type\":\"image\",\"props\":{\"image\":\"wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/5G-core-product-enhanced-profile-image.png\",\"image_alt\":\"5G core product presentation\",\"image_height\":180,\"image_svg_color\":\"emphasis\",\"image_width\":180,\"link\":\"https:\/\/squire-technologies.co.uk\/document-download-form-5g-core-product-presentation\/\",\"margin_bottom\":\"default\",\"margin_top\":\"default\"}}]}],\"props\":{\"layout\":\"3-4,1-4\"}}]},{\"type\":\"section\",\"props\":{\"image_position\":\"center-center\",\"padding_bottom\":\"xsmall\",\"padding_top\":\"xsmall\",\"style\":\"default\",\"title_breakpoint\":\"xl\",\"title_position\":\"top-left\",\"title_rotation\":\"left\",\"vertical_align\":\"middle\",\"width\":\"default\"},\"children\":[{\"type\":\"row\",\"children\":[{\"type\":\"column\",\"props\":{\"image_position\":\"center-center\",\"position_sticky_breakpoint\":\"m\"},\"children\":[{\"type\":\"headline\",\"props\":{\"content\":\"\n\n<h3><b>Telecom security \u2013 Riding a solar flare<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\",\"image_align\":\"left\",\"image_margin\":\"xsmall\",\"title_element\":\"h3\",\"title_style\":\"h3\"}}]}]},{\"type\":\"row\",\"props\":{\"layout\":\"1-3,2-3\"},\"children\":[{\"type\":\"column\",\"props\":{\"image_position\":\"center-center\",\"position_sticky_breakpoint\":\"m\",\"width_medium\":\"1-3\"},\"children\":[{\"type\":\"image\",\"props\":{\"image\":\"wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/cybersecurity.png\",\"image_alt\":\"cybersecurity\",\"image_svg_color\":\"emphasis\",\"margin_bottom\":\"default\",\"margin_top\":\"default\"}}]},{\"type\":\"column\",\"props\":{\"image_position\":\"center-center\",\"position_sticky_breakpoint\":\"m\",\"width_medium\":\"2-3\"},\"children\":[{\"type\":\"text\",\"props\":{\"column_breakpoint\":\"m\",\"content\":\"\n\n<p>Quantum computing and AI are escalating cyber-threats.<\/p>\n\n\\n\n\n<p>Here are three AI and quantum computing cyber threats to be aware of:<\/p>\n\n\\n\n\n<ol>\\n\n\n<li>Faster attacks and decryption of traditional encryption.<\/li>\n\n\\n\n\n<li>More varied and optimised social-engineer attacks.<\/li>\n\n\\n\n\n<li>Increased HNDL (harvest now, decrypt later) attacks. <span><\/span><\/li>\n\n\\n<\/ol>\n\n\\n\n\n<p>Operators can\u2019t simply deploy AI and quantum solutions to counter these threats either. A rushed AI deployment could rapidly scale up configuration errors and data mistakes and misinterpretations. Similarly, interoperability issues on complex networks could be exacerbated by hasty post-quantum cryptography rollouts.<\/p>\n\n\\n\n\n<p><span>Operators must work with suppliers to ensure data and privacy remain secure in a quickly changing security threat landscape.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\",\"margin_bottom\":\"default\",\"margin_top\":\"default\"}}]}]}]},{\"type\":\"section\",\"props\":{\"image_position\":\"center-center\",\"padding_bottom\":\"xsmall\",\"padding_top\":\"xsmall\",\"style\":\"default\",\"title_breakpoint\":\"xl\",\"title_position\":\"top-left\",\"title_rotation\":\"left\",\"vertical_align\":\"middle\",\"width\":\"default\"},\"children\":[{\"type\":\"row\",\"children\":[{\"type\":\"column\",\"props\":{\"image_position\":\"center-center\",\"position_sticky_breakpoint\":\"m\"},\"children\":[{\"type\":\"headline\",\"props\":{\"content\":\"\n\n<h3><strong>MVNOs \u2013 Inferno!<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\",\"image_align\":\"left\",\"image_margin\":\"xsmall\",\"title_element\":\"h3\",\"title_style\":\"h3\"}}]}]},{\"type\":\"row\",\"props\":{\"layout\":\"2-3,1-3\"},\"children\":[{\"type\":\"column\",\"props\":{\"image_position\":\"center-center\",\"position_sticky_breakpoint\":\"m\",\"width_medium\":\"2-3\"},\"children\":[{\"type\":\"text\",\"props\":{\"column_breakpoint\":\"m\",\"content\":\"\n\n<p><span>Expanded eSIM use, demand for cheaper deals and services, and niche market and branded MVNO ventures are driving MVNO growth. 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Doing so might protect or even increase A2P messaging market share.<\/p>\n\n\\n\n\n<p>Silent authentication can improve security and user experience by reducing phishing scams and speeding up authentication. 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The cause of the debts seems to be a lack of consumer interest in space-based MNO services.<\/p>\n\n\\n\n\n<p>Reasons for a lack of consumer interest may stem from:<\/p>\n\n\\n\n\n<ul>\\n\n\n<li>Expensive subscription costs.<\/li>\n\n\\n\n\n<li>A perception that satellite communication is for emergencies and hard-to-reach, rural areas.<\/li>\n\n\\n\n\n<li>Improving coverage and faster speeds of traditional communications infrastructure.<\/li>\n\n\\n<\/ul>\n\n\\n\n\n<p>Market Research Intellect reveals that consumer growth is still primarily centred on hard-to-reach rural areas. There are typically fewer people in rural areas, and they might not be able to afford the rates, slowing adoption.<\/p>\n\n\\n\n\n<p>Nevertheless, competition is heating up. The EU is providing \u20ac10bn of funding to launch IRIS2, an alternative to Starlink. SpaceX could go public in 2026, boosting public interest. Furthermore, despite recent delays, more companies are seeking launch dates.<\/p>\n\n\\n\n\n<p>However, until customers are convinced that satellite communication is reliable, fast and cost effective, businesses face an uphill battle.<\/p>\n\n\",\"margin_bottom\":\"default\",\"margin_top\":\"default\"}}]},{\"type\":\"column\",\"props\":{\"image_position\":\"center-center\",\"position_sticky_breakpoint\":\"m\",\"width_medium\":\"1-3\"},\"children\":[{\"type\":\"image\",\"props\":{\"image\":\"wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/satellite-communications.png\",\"image_alt\":\"satellite communications\",\"image_svg_color\":\"emphasis\",\"margin_bottom\":\"default\",\"margin_top\":\"default\"}}]}]}]},{\"type\":\"section\",\"props\":{\"image_position\":\"center-center\",\"padding_bottom\":\"xsmall\",\"padding_top\":\"xsmall\",\"style\":\"default\",\"title_breakpoint\":\"xl\",\"title_position\":\"top-left\",\"title_rotation\":\"left\",\"vertical_align\":\"middle\",\"width\":\"default\"},\"children\":[{\"type\":\"row\",\"children\":[{\"type\":\"column\",\"props\":{\"image_position\":\"center-center\",\"position_sticky_breakpoint\":\"m\"},\"children\":[{\"type\":\"headline\",\"props\":{\"content\":\"\n\n<h3><strong>Telecom mergers \u2013 Simmering<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\",\"image_align\":\"left\",\"image_margin\":\"xsmall\",\"title_element\":\"h3\",\"title_style\":\"h3\"}}]}]},{\"type\":\"row\",\"props\":{\"layout\":\"1-3,2-3\"},\"children\":[{\"type\":\"column\",\"props\":{\"image_position\":\"center-center\",\"position_sticky_breakpoint\":\"m\",\"width_medium\":\"1-3\"},\"children\":[{\"type\":\"image\",\"props\":{\"image\":\"wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/mergers.png\",\"image_alt\":\"mergers\",\"image_svg_color\":\"emphasis\",\"margin_bottom\":\"default\",\"margin_top\":\"default\"}}]},{\"type\":\"column\",\"props\":{\"image_position\":\"center-center\",\"position_sticky_breakpoint\":\"m\",\"width_medium\":\"2-3\"},\"children\":[{\"type\":\"text\",\"props\":{\"column_breakpoint\":\"m\",\"content\":\"\n\n<p>In many countries, conditions for M&amp;As are improving due to deregulation and interest rates trending downwards. 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As a result, regions like Europe could improve standalone 5G deployment beyond 2026.<\/p>\n\n\",\"margin_bottom\":\"default\",\"margin_top\":\"default\"}}]}]}]},{\"type\":\"section\",\"props\":{\"image_position\":\"center-center\",\"padding_bottom\":\"xsmall\",\"padding_top\":\"xsmall\",\"style\":\"default\",\"title_breakpoint\":\"xl\",\"title_position\":\"top-left\",\"title_rotation\":\"left\",\"vertical_align\":\"middle\",\"width\":\"default\"},\"children\":[{\"type\":\"row\",\"children\":[{\"type\":\"column\",\"props\":{\"image_position\":\"center-center\",\"position_sticky_breakpoint\":\"m\"},\"children\":[{\"type\":\"headline\",\"props\":{\"content\":\"\n\n<h3><strong>Speed and coverage \u2013 Cold<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\",\"image_align\":\"left\",\"image_margin\":\"xsmall\",\"title_element\":\"h3\",\"title_style\":\"h3\"}}]}]},{\"type\":\"row\",\"props\":{\"layout\":\"2-3,1-3\"},\"children\":[{\"type\":\"column\",\"props\":{\"image_position\":\"center-center\",\"position_sticky_breakpoint\":\"m\",\"width_medium\":\"2-3\"},\"children\":[{\"type\":\"text\",\"props\":{\"column_breakpoint\":\"m\",\"content\":\"\n\n<p>In several regions, 5G deployments are failing to impact consumer sentiment. Customers are favouring customisable services over speed and coverage, which are now expected features.<\/p>\n\n\\n\n\n<p>Providing customisable services presents a challenge for operators that are seeking to reduce network complexity and cut costs.<\/p>\n\n\\n\n\n<p>So, demand for Interworking Functions and solutions that create network harmonisation could increase, while network expansions and upgrades falter.<\/p>\n\n\",\"margin_bottom\":\"default\",\"margin_top\":\"default\"}}]},{\"type\":\"column\",\"props\":{\"image_position\":\"center-center\",\"position_sticky_breakpoint\":\"m\",\"width_medium\":\"1-3\"},\"children\":[{\"type\":\"image\",\"props\":{\"image\":\"wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/5g-coverage.png\",\"image_alt\":\"5g coverage\",\"image_svg_color\":\"emphasis\",\"margin_bottom\":\"default\",\"margin_top\":\"default\"}}]}]}]},{\"type\":\"section\",\"props\":{\"image_position\":\"center-center\",\"padding_bottom\":\"xsmall\",\"padding_top\":\"xsmall\",\"style\":\"default\",\"title_breakpoint\":\"xl\",\"title_position\":\"top-left\",\"title_rotation\":\"left\",\"vertical_align\":\"middle\",\"width\":\"default\"},\"children\":[{\"type\":\"row\",\"children\":[{\"type\":\"column\",\"props\":{\"image_position\":\"center-center\",\"position_sticky_breakpoint\":\"m\"},\"children\":[{\"type\":\"headline\",\"props\":{\"content\":\"\n\n<h3><strong>Network sharing \u2013 Turning up the heat<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\",\"image_align\":\"left\",\"image_margin\":\"xsmall\",\"title_element\":\"h3\",\"title_style\":\"h3\"}}]}]},{\"type\":\"row\",\"props\":{\"layout\":\"1-3,2-3\"},\"children\":[{\"type\":\"column\",\"props\":{\"image_position\":\"center-center\",\"position_sticky_breakpoint\":\"m\",\"width_medium\":\"1-3\"},\"children\":[{\"type\":\"image\",\"props\":{\"image\":\"wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/network-sharing.png\",\"image_alt\":\"network sharing\",\"image_svg_color\":\"emphasis\",\"margin_bottom\":\"default\",\"margin_top\":\"default\"}}]},{\"type\":\"column\",\"props\":{\"image_position\":\"center-center\",\"position_sticky_breakpoint\":\"m\",\"width_medium\":\"2-3\"},\"children\":[{\"type\":\"text\",\"props\":{\"column_breakpoint\":\"m\",\"content\":\"\n\n<p>Various forms of network sharing have been occurring for a few years. However, sharing may intensify as operators seek to:<\/p>\n\n\\n\n\n<ul>\\n\n\n<li>Cut costs<\/li>\n\n\\n\n\n<li>Scale up<\/li>\n\n\\n\n\n<li>Increase revenue<\/li>\n\n\\n\n\n<li>Meet sustainability targets<\/li>\n\n\\n<\/ul>\n\n\\n\n\n<p><span>Sustainability is no longer a pseudonym for ecology; it\u2019s a serious business strategy and revenue concern. Network sharing has become a critical tool in this strategy, though security concerns will increase as deeper infrastructure sharing occurs.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\",\"margin_bottom\":\"default\",\"margin_top\":\"default\"}}]}]}]},{\"type\":\"section\",\"props\":{\"image_position\":\"center-center\",\"padding_bottom\":\"xsmall\",\"padding_top\":\"xsmall\",\"style\":\"default\",\"title_breakpoint\":\"xl\",\"title_position\":\"top-left\",\"title_rotation\":\"left\",\"vertical_align\":\"middle\",\"width\":\"default\"},\"children\":[{\"type\":\"row\",\"children\":[{\"type\":\"column\",\"props\":{\"image_position\":\"center-center\",\"position_sticky_breakpoint\":\"m\",\"width_medium\":\"2-3\"},\"children\":[{\"type\":\"headline\",\"props\":{\"content\":\"\n\n<h3><strong>Single-vendor network primacy \u2013 Icebergs!<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\",\"image_align\":\"left\",\"image_margin\":\"xsmall\",\"title_element\":\"h3\",\"title_style\":\"h3\"}},{\"type\":\"text\",\"props\":{\"column_breakpoint\":\"m\",\"content\":\"\n\n<p>Communication service providers are searching for network harmony and reduced operational costs, making single-vendor networks appealing.<\/p>\n\n\\n\n\n<p>However, other factors stand in opposition to this, such as:<\/p>\n\n\\n\n\n<ul>\\n\n\n<li>The need to leverage rapidly changing technologies to optimise network efficiency.<\/li>\n\n\\n\n\n<li>The cost of locked-in single vendor networks strategies.<\/li>\n\n\\n\n\n<li>The need to meet consumer demands for customisable services.<\/li>\n\n\\n\n\n<li>The growing interest in network sharing strategies.<\/li>\n\n\\n<\/ul>\n\n\\n\n\n<p>All of this suggests networks are only going to become more diverse.<\/p>\n\n\\n\n\n<p>Furthermore, it\u2019s more cost effective to interwork new and legacy network components than replace the legacy components. As such, the increasing complexity of networks will build demand for solutions that unify signalling.<\/p>\n\n\",\"margin_bottom\":\"default\",\"margin_top\":\"default\"}}]},{\"type\":\"column\",\"props\":{\"image_position\":\"center-center\",\"position_sticky_breakpoint\":\"m\",\"vertical_align\":\"middle\",\"width_medium\":\"1-3\"},\"children\":[{\"type\":\"image\",\"props\":{\"image\":\"wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Sigla_Blog-Preview-Image_1.png\",\"image_svg_color\":\"emphasis\",\"link\":\"https:\/\/squire-technologies.co.uk\/platforms\/sigla-unified-signalling\/\",\"margin_bottom\":\"default\",\"margin_top\":\"default\"}},{\"type\":\"button\",\"props\":{\"css\":\".el-content {\\n background-color: #213871;\\n    border: 0.5px solid #fff;\\n    color: #fff;\\n    transition: all .3s ease-in-out;\\n    border-radius: 25rem;\\n    }\\n.el-content:hover {\\nbackground-color:#f2c200;\\ncolor:#000;\\n}\\n.uk-button {text-transform: none; \/* was uppercase*\/}\\n.el-content {\\n    min-width: 220px;\\n}\",\"grid_column_gap\":\"small\",\"grid_row_gap\":\"small\",\"margin_bottom\":\"default\",\"margin_top\":\"default\",\"text_align\":\"center\"},\"children\":[{\"type\":\"button_item\",\"props\":{\"button_style\":\"default\",\"content\":\"Find out more\",\"dialog_layout\":\"modal\",\"dialog_offcanvas_flip\":true,\"icon_align\":\"left\",\"link\":\"https:\/\/squire-technologies.co.uk\/platforms\/sigla-unified-signalling\/\"}}]}]}],\"props\":{\"layout\":\"2-3,1-3\"}}]},{\"type\":\"section\",\"props\":{\"image_position\":\"center-center\",\"padding_top\":\"xsmall\",\"style\":\"default\",\"title_breakpoint\":\"xl\",\"title_position\":\"top-left\",\"title_rotation\":\"left\",\"vertical_align\":\"\",\"width\":\"default\"},\"children\":[{\"type\":\"row\",\"children\":[{\"type\":\"column\",\"props\":{\"image_position\":\"center-center\",\"position_sticky_breakpoint\":\"m\"},\"children\":[{\"type\":\"headline\",\"props\":{\"content\":\"\n\n<h3><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\",\"image_align\":\"left\",\"image_margin\":\"xsmall\",\"title_element\":\"h1\"}},{\"type\":\"text\",\"props\":{\"column_breakpoint\":\"m\",\"content\":\"\n\n<p>While A2P SMS value-based pricing strategies present a way for operators to sustain market share, there are other options. Operators can utilise LCR, fraud detection, SMS firewalls and 10DLC regulations to reduce fraud and costs and inspire trust.<\/p>\n\n\\n\n\n<p>SMS has proven to be highly adaptable, and A2P SMS revenue will continue to increase. Operators can use the ubiquity, simplicity and adaptability of SMS to generate revenue in growth markets like IoT.<\/p>\n\n\",\"margin_bottom\":\"default\",\"margin_top\":\"default\"}}]}],\"props\":{\"margin_bottom\":\"default\",\"margin_top\":\"remove\"}}]},{\"type\":\"section\",\"props\":{\"image_position\":\"center-center\",\"padding_top\":\"small\",\"style\":\"default\",\"title_breakpoint\":\"xl\",\"title_position\":\"top-left\",\"title_rotation\":\"left\",\"vertical_align\":\"\",\"width\":\"default\"},\"children\":[{\"type\":\"row\",\"props\":{\"layout\":\"1-5,4-5\"},\"children\":[{\"type\":\"column\",\"props\":{\"image_position\":\"center-center\",\"position_sticky_breakpoint\":\"m\",\"vertical_align\":\"middle\",\"width_medium\":\"1-5\"},\"children\":[{\"type\":\"image\",\"props\":{\"image\":\"wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Douglas-headshot-copy.png\",\"image_alt\":\"Douglas Bryce\",\"image_svg_color\":\"emphasis\",\"margin_bottom\":\"default\",\"margin_top\":\"default\",\"text_align\":\"center\"}}]},{\"type\":\"column\",\"props\":{\"image_position\":\"center-center\",\"position_sticky_breakpoint\":\"m\",\"width_medium\":\"4-5\"},\"children\":[{\"type\":\"divider\",\"props\":{\"divider_element\":\"hr\"}},{\"type\":\"text\",\"props\":{\"column_breakpoint\":\"m\",\"content\":\"\n\n<p style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\"><span>\u201cIf 2025 taught us anything, it\u2019s that anything can happen. To handle the current frenetic nature of economic, political and technological changes, you either must have versatility or deep pockets. <\/span><span>\u00a0<\/span><span>Oh, and nerves of steel. Good luck to us all.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n\n\\n\n\n<p style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\"><strong>Douglas Bryce, Marketing Communications Specialist at Squire Technologies<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\",\"margin_bottom\":\"default\",\"margin_top\":\"default\"}},{\"type\":\"divider\",\"props\":{\"divider_element\":\"hr\"}}]}]}]},{\"type\":\"section\",\"props\":{\"image_position\":\"center-center\",\"style\":\"muted\",\"title_breakpoint\":\"xl\",\"title_position\":\"top-left\",\"title_rotation\":\"left\",\"vertical_align\":\"middle\",\"width\":\"default\"},\"children\":[{\"type\":\"row\",\"children\":[{\"type\":\"column\",\"props\":{\"image_position\":\"center-center\",\"position_sticky_breakpoint\":\"m\"},\"children\":[{\"type\":\"text\",\"props\":{\"column_breakpoint\":\"m\",\"content\":\"\n\n<p><b>References<\/b><\/p>\n\n\\n\n\n<p><a href=\\\"https:\/\/www.gsmaintelligence.com\/research\/2026-research-themes-topics-shaping-the-industry-and-driving-our-focus\\\" target=\\\"_blank\\\" 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