Photography-focused P40 smartphone range launched by Chinese tech giant, as it contends with US restrictions, and potentially a chip ban
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Coronavirus: American Singer Blames 5G For Pandemic
Seriously? American singer/songwriter Keri Hilson blames 5G networks for the start of Coronavirus pandemic around the world
ZTE Targeted By New US Corruption Probe
Two years after export ban that nearly destroyed ZTE, US Justice Department now reportedly involved in a new probe into bribery and corruption
5G Declared Safe By Radiation Watchdog
International radiation experts in Germany declare there is no scientific evidence that 5G technology poses a threat to human health
EE Extends 5G Network In 21 Towns And Cities
Need for speed? 5G network of mobile operator EE is now available in more than 70 large towns and cities in the UK, it says
Boris Johnson Defeats MP Rebellion Over Hauwei Decision
Parliamentary rebellion from a number of Tory MPs over Government decision to allow Huawei limited role in 5G networks has been defeated
Mobile Operators Agree Shared Rural Network Deal
After some disagreements along the way, the £1 billion plan to eliminate mobile not-spots in rural areas, is agreed by all major players
Government’s Huawei Decision Faces Parliamentary Inquiry
Commons defence committee now plans to review government’s decision to allow Huawei a 5G role, as Conservative rebels seek a complete ban
5G Wireless Networks Ruled Safe By Ofcom
5G networks well within safety limits. Testing by UK regulator Ofcom of 16 5G base stations in the UK find no identifiable risks for people’s health
US Renews Pressure On UK Over Huawei In 5G Networks
Senior US officials say they will continue to work with the UK over finding 5G alternatives, following decision to allow Huawei a limited role in 5G networks
Expansion For HAPS Alliance For High Altitude Connectivity
Telcos, tech, and aviation firms join alliance that seeks to utilise stratosphere for telecommunications and broadband connectivity
US-China Huawei Row Overshadows Munich Security Conference
US officials rally support for alternatives to Chinese firm’s 5G dominance, while Huawei hits back at new charges and ‘lawful intercept’ wiretap allegations
Vodafone To Remove Huawei From Core European Networks
Removing Huawei kit from core European networks will cost 200 million euros, but Vodafone warns about delays if European governments follow British lead
Qualcomm Confirms EU Antitrust Probe Of 5G Chips
Not again. Qualcomm admits it is facing an EU antitrust investigation over sales of its 5G modem chips, as it warns of Coronavirus disruption
US Meeting To Review Fresh Huawei, China Restrictions – Report
High level Trump administration officials to meet later this month to discuss further restrictions on tech exports to China and Huawei
British Government Approves Huawei For Limited 5G Role
United Kingdom shrugs off persistent US pressure and allows Huawei a restricted 5G role after designating it a “high risk vendor”
Government Set To Approve Restricted 5G Role For Huawei
Government decision on Huawei set for Tuesday, as US secretary of state warns Chinese-made 5G equipment puts UK sovereignty at stake
US Tells UK It Still Has ‘Significant Concerns’ Over Huawei
With a UK decision on Huawei expected by the end of the month, US officials maintain ‘significant concerns’ about the Chinese vendor
Apple To Launch Low Cost iPhone In March – Report
Low-cost Apple iPhone SE 2 is reportedly in the works, with a possible launch slated for March this year, according to media report
Austria ‘Working With EU Partners’ On Huawei 5G Decision
Country does not rule out deploying Chinese-made equipment in its 5G networks amidst heavy US lobbying of UK and other allies
US Evidence Of Huawei Contained ‘No Smoking Gun’ – Report
Dossier of evidence about Huawei from America’s delegation to the United Kingdom this week, reportedly contains no smoking gun information
Nokia Cuts Jobs As It Ramps Up 5G Investment
Finnish equipment maker Nokia pledges to increase its investment in developing 5G technology, but at the same time confirms 180 job cuts
Prime Minister Asks For Alternatives To Huawei For 5G
As US officials state UK allowing access would be “nothing short of madness”, as PM asks for alternatives to using its equipment
US Mounts Final Campaign To Bar Huawei From UK 5G Networks
US delegation set to arrive in UK on Monday, as MI5 chief dismisses risk that allowing Huawei would threaten intelligence sharing
CES 2020: Lenovo Shows Off First 5G PC, Plus ThinkPad X1 Fold
Chinese vendor claims two world firsts, with first ever 5G PC (Lenovo Yoga 5G) and first ever foldable PC (ThinkPad X1 Fold)
The State of Mobile
What is the current state of mobile, and how will this sector develop over the next few years? For businesses, is a mobile-first development strategy essential for their long-term growth and profitability?
2019: Highlights and lowlights for the tech sector
2019 has seen technology and big name tech firms dominate news headlines, amid privacy concerns, digital tax and national security issues
Germany Delays Huawei 5G Decision
German government delays Huawei 5G decision until 2020, despite pressure from local operators against ban
Huawei Sidelined In Norway After Telenor Opts For Ericsson
Norway’s largest telecom provider Telenor is to phase out Huawei equipment as it opts for 5G kit from Ericsson
Boris Johnson Victory: What It Means For Tech Sector
What does the general election victory of Boris Johnson and the Conservatives mean for the technology sector? Silicon UK takes a quick look