Telecom Weekly Roundup: Trump Mobile Debuts

🏆 Top Stories

Trump Mobile Launches “47 Plan” and Flag‑Made Phone
The Trump Organization debuted its new telecom venture, Trump Mobile, featuring a patriotic “47 Plan” at $47.45/month that includes unlimited talk, text, data, telehealth, and roadside assistance. They’re planning a domestically manufactured $499 phone slated for August launch. The service operates via AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon networks with U.S.-based customer support, targeting conservative customers.
Source: Reuters

🤝 Mergers & Acquisitions

Ripple Fiber Acquires BridgeNET Fiber
Ripple Fiber, a North Carolina fiber operator, acquired BridgeNET Fiber, expanding its fiber footprint around Statesville. The deal supports Ripple’s goal to connect more rural households with gigabit speeds and deepen its presence in underserved markets.
Source: Fierce Network

Qualcomm to Acquire Alphawave for $2.4B
Qualcomm announced its acquisition of U.K.-based Alphawave, a semiconductor firm specializing in high-speed optical interconnects. The move strengthens Qualcomm’s data center and telecom hardware capabilities, with the deal expected to close in early 2026.
Source: Fierce Network

🧑‍⚖️ Regulatory & Policy

FCC Investigates EchoStar’s Spectrum Compliance
Following the EchoStar-DISH merger, the FCC’s Space Bureau issued a public inquiry into whether the company is using its AWS‑4 (2 GHz) spectrum licenses properly. The agency is focused on whether required mobile-satellite services are being delivered. The outcome may impact future license enforcement.
Source: Mondaq

🛡️ Industry Recognition

TPx Wins Global Infosec Award
Texas-based TPx earned a 2025 Global Infosec Award for its managed cybersecurity offerings tailored to enterprise and telecom clients. The win highlights TPx’s role in protecting communications networks amid increasing cyber threats. The award was announced at the RSA Conference.
Source: Telecom Reseller

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