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Datapoint – Planned Network Sunsets

Datapoint - Planned Network Sunsets

Did you know that 2023 is shaping up to be the year of network sunsets? We’ve already witnessed a total of 12 sunsets from 11 operators, including big names like Telkomsel and Telia-Denmark, and there are another 49 sunsets expected in the coming months.

With continuous usage of 2G networks for IoT, public and emergency services, operators are more likely to sunset their 3G services. But how many operators are planning to phased out their old-generation networks in the near future? Will the customers be impacted by this?

Listen on to the datapoint from Yashika Shankar, Research Analyst to hear how many operators are planning to sunset 2G and 3G services before 2030.

You can learn more about network sunsets through our Spectrum Navigator tool here.

Evolving consumer trends: smartphone upgrades, circularity, and the rise of smart devices

According to our latest GSMA Intelligence Consumer Survey conducted in August 2024 across 12 of the world’s key telecoms markets, 77% of smartphone users are looking to replace their smartphones, … Continue reading “Evolving consumer trends: smartphone upgrades, circularity, and the rise of smart devices”

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Full recording: Telecom 2025: Trends and Innovations Shaping the Digital Landscape

The telecoms industry and wider digital ecosystem are evolving at an unprecedented pace, with new technologies and market dynamics reshaping the landscape daily. In this fast-moving market, understanding key trends … Continue reading “Full recording: Telecom 2025: Trends and Innovations Shaping the Digital Landscape”

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Green network evolution

Sustainability and energy efficiency recently became a fundamental part of network development and network operations and is expected to remain in constant consideration in the future. However, efficiency remains difficult to … Continue reading “Green network evolution”

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