Nokia Corporation (NYSE:NOK), Telia, and the Finnish Defense Forces completed the world's first successful 5G standalone slice handover across multiple countries on a live network on Wednesday.

The trial was made possible by Nokia's advanced 5G Core Software as a Service (SaaS) and AirScale 5G base stations, powered by ReefShark System-on-Chip technology, integrated with Telia's commercial network.

Conducted in Finland in March during a Nordic defense exercise, the trial marks a major advancement in 5G capabilities for defense and other mission-critical sectors.

The test demonstrated seamless, secure connectivity over a 5G standalone slice while transitioning across three networks in three countries.

Tommi Uitto, President of Mobile Networks at Nokia, added, "Seamless 5G slice continuity over country borders is a breakthrough for defense operations, enabling secure and reliable communications for collaborative missions that extend beyond national territories."

"Our trial with Telia and the Finnish Defense Forces reflects our commitment to delivering robust 5G solutions for defense customers, helping them achieve mission-critical objectives,"

Jarmo Vähätiitto, Major General, Finnish Defense Command, Chief of C5 said, "This trial marks a significant milestone in showcasing the dual-use possibilities of 5G for defense while also enhancing communication capabilities within the NATO domain."

Yesterday, the company entered a five-year deal with Fibrus, which is a leading broadband provider in Northern Ireland and Cumbria.

The company plans to implement its Deepfield solution across Fibrus' expanding network.

Investors can gain exposure to the stock via Shares U.S. Digital Infrastructure and Real Estate ETF (NYSE:IDGT) and Defiance Connective Technologies ETF (NASDAQ: SIXG).

Price Action: NOK shares are down 1.08% at $4.60 at the last check on Wednesday.

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