The trajectory of growth within the European smart metering market is currently characterized by a steady and consistent ascent. By the end of 2023, more than 60% of electricity customers in EU27+3 had smart meters installed. The region expects a notable increase in deployment, with projections surpassing 88 million units between 2024 and 2028.

The EU is contemplating mandating significant tech companies and other stakeholders to contribute to the funding of 5G deployment. Additionally, there are discussions about easing telecom merger regulations.

In an age of lightning-fast technological progress, the European Union (EU) remains steadfast in its determination to mold artificial intelligence (AI) research and applications in a way that promotes quality and reliability. At the core of the EU's approach lies a dual ambition: to bolster research and industrial capacity while safeguarding safety and fundamental rights.

Virgin Media O2 will provide all mobile customers with free AI-powered spam-fighting tools and new caller identification services to help protect them from fraud, through a new partnership with voice security leader, Hiya.

Amdocs has partnered with Spanish service provider, Finetwork, to upgrade its core systems, allowing it to offer end-users triple-play options that include fiber, TV, and mobile services in a more flexible and cost-effective manner.

Vodafone and e& have teamed up to offer other operators comprehensive, fully-managed voice solutions to support their international voice traffic needs and growth plans, as well as to help meet the growing demand for voice over 4G/5G (VoLTE) services.

Europe's data center market is expanding rapidly, particularly in Western Europe, the Nordics, and Central and Eastern Europe. Investments in IT, electrical, and mechanical infrastructure are transforming data center capabilities and performance.

According to research commissioned by Amazon Web Services (AWS), more than a third of European businesses used AI in 2023, paving the way for the technology's adoption to deliver an economic impact of approximately EUR3.4 trillion by 2030.

The European Internet of Things (IoT) market has faced numerous challenges that have slowed its growth, including the disruptive effects of COVID-19, geopolitical tensions from the Russia-Ukraine War, supply chain disruptions, inflation, and rising energy prices.

The European Commission's overhaul of broadband rules, known as the Gigabit Infrastructure Act (GIA), is expected to be completed during EU negotiations on February 5, according to the lawmaker in charge of the issue in the European Parliament.