The telecoms industry is facing a complex and continuously changing environment. As the transition to 5G and FTTP continues and new technologies surface, the challenges to the industry and regulators are only exacerbated. Moreover, the emergence of over-the-top services, such as messaging apps and streaming platforms, has impacted revenue streams and has required a rethinking of how to monetise telecoms services. There is a constant need for substantial investments to maintain a robust infrastructure, increase coverage, but also to keep up with the rapid evolution of technology.
Multiple areas require further consideration in relation to the future for digital connectivity. These include trends such as the separation of a typical vertically integrated Telco, the increasing role of private wireless networks, the role of neutral host operators, the demand and importance of indoor coverage, supply chain diversification related to RAN, Telco Cloud and Core, the role of satellites, Quantum computing, network APIs and Mobile Edge Compute, innovative use and licensing of Spectrum and 6G.
Our Telco & Digital team, comprised of a mix of economics, regulatory, telecoms, and technology sector specialists, helps clients with their regulation, policy, and commercial strategy issues.
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