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• The year 2025 is set to mark a turning point in the telecommunications sector, with the consolidation of technologies such as advanced 5G and the explosion of IoT devices.
• Televes is fully prepared to offer infrastructure solutions for buildings and homes that are perfectly aligned with market demands.

Santiago de Compostela - March 4, 2025.

The telecommunications sector has undergone an unprecedented transformation in recent decades, becoming a fundamental pillar for global economic and social development. According to data from the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), 67% of the global population—approximately 5.3 billion people—were using the internet by the end of 2023, reflecting a 24% increase since 2019. This exponential growth has been driven by the expansion of mobile networks, the mass adoption of connected devices, and the digitalization of services in key sectors such as healthcare, education, and industry.

In this context, telecommunications have evolved from a basic service into a strategic infrastructure that underpins the digital transformation of nations. Governments and businesses are making substantial investments in deploying next-generation networks, such as 5G and fiber optics, to ensure universal connectivity and prepare for future innovations. However, this growth also presents challenges, such as the need to efficiently manage the radioelectric spectrum, develop telecommunications infrastructure in buildings and homes, ensure cybersecurity, and reduce the digital divide in less developed regions.

Given this scenario, 2025 will be a crucial year for the sector. This article explores the key trends that will shape telecommunications in 2025, analyzing their evolution, applications, and benefits from a technical and specialized perspective.

Key telecommunication trends for 2025

These trends are closely aligned with the sector's evolving needs, focusing on the development of distributed networks, spectrum optimization, and the integration of disruptive technologies.

The deployment of advanced 5G: the rollout of 5G networks has been a key industry priority in recent years, and by 2025, this technology is expected to reach maturity, giving way to what is known as advanced 5G. This evolution will include variations in radioelectric spectrum usage, latency reductions to below 1 ms and support for a greater number of connected devices per square kilometer. Additionally, significant progress is being made in the development of 6G networks, which promise speeds of up to 1 Terabit per second and unprecedented integration with artificial intelligence and edge computing. Distributing these signals in areas with poor coverage presents an additional challenge.

Expansion of GPON technology in the Hospitality sector: Gigabit Passive Optical Network (GPON) technology is emerging as a key solution for the hospitality sector due to its ability to deliver ultra-high-speed connectivity, scalability, and energy efficiency. GPON utilizes a passive optical network architecture to transmit data over fiber optics, reaching speeds of up to 10 Gbps downstream and 2.5 Gbps upstream. This technology is particularly suitable for hotels, where high numbers of connected devices—from smartphones and tablets to room management systems and entertainment services—must be supported simultaneously.

By 2025, GPON is expected to be widely adopted in hotels and resorts to implement converged networks integrating services such as IPTV, VoIP telephony, climate control, and security systems under a single infrastructure. Furthermore, GPON's passive nature significantly reduces operating costs by eliminating the need for intermediate active equipment and minimizing energy consumption. This not only enhances operational efficiency but also provides a superior user experience with low latency and high reliability, essential for applications like 4K/8K streaming, video calls, and gaming.

Efficient telecommunications networks to enhance the sustainability of critical infrastructures: critical infrastructures essential for social and economic stability, such as Data Centers, are undergoing a transformation driven by the need for greater energy efficiency, scalability, and flexibility. In 2025, technologies like Software-Defined Networking (SDN) and Network Functions Virtualization (NFV) will be crucial for optimizing telecommunications infrastructures in these environments. SDN enables centralized and automated network management by separating the control plane from the data plane, facilitating dynamic network policies and real-time traffic optimization.

Meanwhile, NFV virtualizes traditional network functions such as firewalls, load balancers, and routers, running them as software on standard servers. This not only reduces hardware costs but also enhances scalability and energy efficiency. In data centers, the combination of SDN and NFV enables the creation of more agile and adaptable networks capable of supporting variable workloads and cloud services efficiently.

Additionally, these technologies facilitate the implementation of Intent-Based Networking (IBN), where networks are automatically configured based on the specific needs of applications and services.

Critical communications for smart buildings and Smart Cities: in the realm of Smart Buildings and Smart Cities, Low-Power Wide-Area Networks (LPWAN) are gaining prominence due to their ability to efficiently connect thousands of IoT devices. Two leading technologies in this field are LoRaWAN (Long Range Wide Area Network) and NB-IoT (Narrowband IoT). LoRaWAN operates on unlicensed spectrum and offers long-range connectivity with extremely low power consumption, making it ideal for applications such as infrastructure monitoring, waste management, and public lighting control.

On the other hand, NB-IoT operates on licensed bands and provides higher reliability and better indoor penetration, which is crucial for smart building applications like HVAC monitoring, security, and energy management. Both technologies enable the deployment of scalable and cost-effective networks to connect sensors and IoT devices in urban environments and intelligent buildings. Additionally, their integration with data analytics platforms facilitates real-time decision-making, optimizing resource usage and improving quality of life in cities.

Televes: nearly 70 years of experience in developing cutting-edge solutions for telecommunication infrastructures

With almost seven decades of experience in designing, developing and manufacturing cutting-edge technological products, Televes has established itself as a leading company in the telecommunication infrastructures sector. Since its inception, the company has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to innovation, positioning itself as a benchmark in the industry both nationally and internationally. Its extensive portfolio of products and services ranges from network infrastructures to advanced connectivity systems, always tailored to market needs and the latest technological trends. This track record has allowed the company to accumulate deep technical expertise and a unique capability to provide comprehensive solutions that combine reliability, efficiency, and scalability.

In line with current and future industry trends, Televes is prepared to offer services and solutions fully aligned with market demands. From the implementation of GPON networks in the Hospitality sector to the deployment of high-capacity, low-latency infrastructure for critical networks, the company continues to lead digital transformation.

Finally, it is worth highlighting how its expertise positions the company as a strategic partner for the development of Smart Buildings and Smart Cities. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, Televes continues to drive industry advancements, offering solutions that not only meet current needs but also anticipate future challenges.