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Public Networks and Mobile Operators – February 2026<\/p>\n

The latest report provides a snapshot of global public network and operator activities based on GSA\u2019s GAMBoD database. The report outlines the slowdown in LTE investment, with no public LTE network launches so far in 2026. Currently, there are 843 operators that offer LTE broadband and mobile services, including 445 operators with public fixed wireless access networks.<\/p>\n

In 5G, 645 operators across 192 countries are investing in tests, pilots and deployments. Of these, 383 operators in 146 countries have launched commercial 5G services. A total of 94 operators have launched or soft launched a 5G standalone network, and 28 operators are investing in 5G-Advanced for public networks, with seven of these networks launched.<\/p>\n

The report provides a snapshot of the development of LTE and 5G networks. To dive deeper into GSA data, explore the GAMBoD database, which has information on spectrum assignments, spectrum pricing, public networks, private networks and more. The members’ report provides data from OpenSignal, including the average 5G download speeds.<\/p>\n

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Mobile industry research is the backbone\u00a0of GSA activity and covers topics from\u00a0devices, chipsets and technology, to\u00a0networks, features and spectrum.<\/p>\n

The GSA research team is constantly\u00a0following market dynamics and activity\u00a0to ensure the latest data is available to\u00a0GSA users via the GSA website.<\/p>\n

Data is updated monthly and quarterly\u00a0and can be referenced by users who\u00a0register for free on the GSA website and download multiple reports, charts and videos of webinars. GSA welcomes any contributions on industry data from mobile operators, vendors and suppliers what want to ensure accurate industry data is shared globally.<\/p>\n

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GSA reports are based on extensive data\u00a0contained in the GSA GAMBoD databases,\u00a0which is a resource available to GSA\u00a0members and associates. Companies\u00a0and policy makers can subscribe, as a\u00a0GSA associate, to gain access to GSA\u00a0databases and member reports for\u00a0additional insights into the source data\u00a0behind reports, which can be used for\u00a0their own research purposes.<\/p>\n

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