UK execs warn lagging telecom upgrades risk AI race fall behind
nordicinst · x · 2026-08-30
Senior industry executives warn that the UK risks falling behind in the global AI race due to lagging telecom upgrades. While broadband speeds have improved, 5G network upgrades are trailing behind EU and G7 nations. Analysis shows the UK ranks low globally in network performance and download speeds, potentially crippling its ability to handle the surge in AI-related traffic.
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