Global Scans · Proximity Tech · Weekly Summary

• [New] As the cellular ecosystem begins early preparations for 6G, greater clarity is expected in 2026 on how Wi-Fi and 6G will work together. TelecomLead
• [New] The 2026 telecom price war is redefining valuation models, with T-Mobile and Verizon representing divergent risk profiles. Ainvest
• [New] Companies might conduct science in Tel Aviv or Zurich; co-develop parts with Korean or Japanese partners; test designs near Shenzhen; and mass-produce in the Yangtze River Delta or Mexico's Bajio. Swiss Institute of Artificial Intelligence
• [New] SMILE will provide the first global images of how Earth's magnetic field responds to the constant stream of charged particles flowing from the Sun. The Conversation
• [New] Diffraqtion plans to use its quantum imaging architecture to field large constellations of low-cost, high-precision satellites for space domain awareness, defence, and commercial Earth observation. Copernical.com
• [New] Astronauts could maintain near real-time conversations with Earth, sharing discoveries with a richness never before possible. Futura-Sciences
• [New] In 2026, telecom and utility operators that outperform will not simply have the largest footprints, they will have the clearest visibility, tightest operations and most customer-centric cultures. IQGeo blog
• [New] Brazilian Real - > Steady near R$5.38 as Banco Master risk tests confidence but high yields & commodity support hold. The Rio Times
• [New] By 2026, AI adoption will be near-universal across private-equity portfolios, with around 80% of companies implementing at least one AI-driven tool. TelecomReview Canada
• [New] Telecoms and enterprises will rethink resilience As major outages dominate headlines, 2026 will see telecoms and enterprises rethink resilience. Wireless Logic Limited
• With ever increasing reliance on digital services in all aspects of our lives and with various telecom switch-offs underway, connectivity resilience will become a stronger priority in 2026. FarrPoint
• The integration of satellite connectivity with terrestrial telecom networks will provide seamless connectivity to users across the globe, especially covering underserved remote areas. Electronics For You - Official Site ElectronicsForU.com
• In networking and telecoms, it can be said with some certainty that, in 2026, AI will be as indispensable as it has been for the recent past. ComputerWeekly.com
• The MediaTek Filogic 8000 series of products will cater to premium and flagship devices leveraging Wi-Fi 8 technology, with the first chipset expected to reach customers later in 2026. RCR Wireless News
• ASUS Networking plans to release its first lineup of Wi-Fi 8 home routers and mesh systems in 2026. RCR Wireless News
• Network cabling trends in 2026 will emphasize integration with Wi-Fi 6/7 and future wireless technologies. Bridge Cable
• In 2026, network cabling will increasingly leverage single-mode and multi-mode fiber for enterprise networks, data centers, and telecom applications. Bridge Cable
• From smarter data centers to advanced cabling materials, 2026 promises exciting developments in the field of network cabling that will influence how organizations plan, install, and maintain their networks. Bridge Cable
• Wi-Fi offload gains in prominence with OpenRoaming: A plethora of trends will act to spur investments into Wi-Fi offloading in 2026. The National Law Review
• The Wi-Fi Alliance forecasts 1.1 billion total Wi-Fi 7 device shipments in 2026, including 196.1 million IoT devices, 22.3 million healthcare devices and 159.4 million consumer devices. Network World
• While Wi-Fi 7 adoption is accelerating among enterprises, retail Wi-Fi 8 products could arrive as early as summer 2026. Network World
• In 2026, multiple airlines, including British Airways and United, are expected to deploy LEO-based in-flight Wi-Fi, with several carriers offering free connectivity to all passengers regardless of travel class. TelecomLead

Last updated: 19 January 2026