Global Scans · Proximity Tech · Weekly Summary

• [New] Every residence will feature Wi-Fi, voice and app controls, emergency calling features, smart speakers, room-to-room intercom systems, emergency lighting, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and smart thermostats-making it one of the most comprehensive smart living developments in American history. CCE l ONLINE NEWS
• [New] AST SpaceMobile is accelerating its production and operations, and by the end of 2026, the space telecommunications firm plans on having between 45 and 60 BlueBird satellites in LEO servicing the United States, Europe, and Japan. investing.com
• [New] Over the next few years, space-based networks will evolve from simply being extensions of a telecom company's capacity (i.e., satellite phones) to being fully integrated components of the globe's telecom communication infrastructure. CIO&Leader
• [New] Five technological developments are emerging as the most important factors influencing telecom in 2026 as operators compete to enable new digital services at cheaper costs. CIO&Leader
• [New] Starlink Wi-Fi connectivity is expected to launch in early 2026 following certification. Red94
• [New] British Airways passengers will soon be among the first fliers to enjoy complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi following a deal with Starlink. Meon Travel
• [New] British Airways has partnered with Starlink to bring fast, reliable satellite Wi-Fi to over 500 aircraft from 2026. Meon Travel
• [New] Emirates will roll out complimentary ultra-fast Starlink Wi-Fi across its entire in-service fleet, providing ground-level internet quality for streaming, gaming, calls, and browsing on both seatback screens and personal devices. Luxury Travel Expert
• [New] The signing of the MoU comes as Somalia prepares to commence trading on NSES in early 2026, targeting key sectors such as telecommunications, banking, energy, real estate, and agriculture. FinExtra
• [New] In the near future, TIPS could evolve into a global hub for instant cross-border payments by interlinking with other fast payment systems. European Central Bank
• [New] AI could reduce banking-industry costs by up to 20% in the near term, driven by automation in customer service, fraud detection, payments, and back-office operations. Acceleron Bank
• [New] In the near-term (2026 and immediate years following), AI will continue to rapidly enhance financial services by improving efficiency, reducing costs, and offering more tailored solutions. The Daily Press
• [New] With over 10,000 Coinstar kiosks across the US, Lithic will enable Coinstar to recognise kiosk-loaded funds in near real time so that consumers can use what they insert with their virtual card credentials. FinExtra
• [New] Global AI infrastructure investment is near $400bn in 2025 and by 2030, cumulative spending could exceed $ 5-7 trn. MR Online
• [New] The amount of energy that data centers will need in the near future is estimated to at least double in the next few years and by 2035 they will be the single largest consumer of electricity in the United States. New Atlas
• [New] Drax announced plans to expand its power station near Selby with a new 100 MW data center, which could be operational by 2027. BBC News
• [New] Britain and NATO allies have expressed growing concern about the risk Moscow poses to offshore infrastructure following the suspected sabotage in recent months of several undersea telecom and power cables. Space War
• [New] With already near 42 million inhabitants today Jakarta will remain among the largest, with seven new megacities - including Kuala Lumpur and Addis Ababa - emerging by 2050. The Joint Research Centre: EU Science Hub
• [New] Russian advances near Danylivka (north of Hulyaipole at the junction of the Yanchur and Haichur rivers) could threaten to isolate the Ukrainian grouping in Hulyaipole from Ukrainian forces in the Pokrovske-Oleksandrivka area (north of Danylivka along the T-0401 Pokrovske-Hulyaipole highway). Critical Threats
• [New] The combination of AI analytics with video surveillance technology will revolutionize the ISPs and telecom strategies during 2026. aipix.ai
• [New] Telecom operators from 2026 are working to establish technical base implementation, determine spectrum distribution and deployment plans. aipix.ai
• [New] Provisioned services, which includes telecommunications services and IaaS, will be the fastest growing technology category by 2028. IDC: The premier global market intelligence company

Last updated: 15 December 2025