Cellnex UK boss banks on VodafoneThree spurring 5G buildout

The head of Cellnex UK expects the merged VodafoneThree to accelerate 5G rollout across the country. Meanwhile, Cisco is preparing to retire its flagship cBR-8 CMTS, pushing cable operators toward virtual platforms or other alternatives.

• Cellnex UK ties 5G buildout growth to the Vodafone and Three merger
• Cisco will retire its cBR-8 CMTS in the coming years
• Cable operators will need to move to virtual platforms or alternatives