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Founded in 1977, IDATE is an independent European digital consulting firm.
IDATE's experts support their clients worldwide through hundreds of projects designed to meet the challenges of the digital economy and inform strategic decisions.

Consulting: The guarantee of independent and reliable consulting solutions, based on the expertise of teams specialised in monitoring the telecom, media and Internet markets.

Market Intelligence: A publication program offering an international view of the major digital disruptions, both in the digital sectors and in the traditional sectors undergoing transformation, around thematic collections (FTTx, Wireless, Smart Verticals & IoT, Future TV & Digital Content, Enabling Digital Technologies, Digital Economy).

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6G Readiness: network economics in an ultra-dense infrastructure era

US$ 7,490.00

This report examines the economic and infrastructure implications of mobile network evolution toward 5G Advanced and future 6G architectures. While new radio technologies continue to improve network p...

May 2026 32 pages

Unlocking cross-domain barriers in autonomous networks through digital twins

US$ 7,490.00

The report examines the limitations of current telecom network automation, particularly amid growing complexity in infrastructure, services, and quality requirements. In an environment defined by incr...

May 2026 35 pages

Minimum Efficient Scale in telecom infrastructure

US$ 7,700.00

The telecom infrastructure industry is entering a new economic phase. While network architectures are becoming more modular and open, the capital intensity required to compete is increasing. Disaggreg...

April 2026 34 pages

Energy 4.0: the IoT backbone of the net-zero grid in Europe

US$ 7,700.00

This report examines how utilities, grid technology vendors, and flexibility players can leverage IoT to make power systems more observable, controllable, and resilient between 2026 and 2030. It argue...

April 2026 40 pages

Evolving Fixed Access Economics in the 25G and 50G PON Era

US$ 7,700.00

This report examines how the transition toward 25G and 50G PON reshapes fixed access economics beyond simple speed upgrades. While next-generation PON technologies are technically mature, their econom...

March 2026 35 pages

Structural capacity tension between FWA and mobile traffic

US$ 7,700.00

Mid-band spectrum is the backbone of both 5G capacity and Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) growth, but it is also becoming a structural constraint for access networks. Unlike mobile traffic, FWA generates...

March 2026 33 pages

Who Controls the Access Layer?

US$ 7,700.00

LEO constellations and Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN) are not just adding new connectivity. They are reshaping control within hybrid terrestrial + satellite architectures. Between 2026 and 2030, NTN i...

March 2026 34 pages

AI-driven Automation and Business Transformation

US$ 9,200.00

This report analyses organisational transformations driven by the integration of AI into the contemporary economy and assesses the ability of institutions to adapt to end-to-end automation. It highlig...

September 2025 42 pages

Small 5G Cells and Neutral Host

US$ 8,050.00

This report aims to provide a strategic and in-depth overview of the evolution of the European small cell market, in the context of the rise of 5G and the densification of mobile networks. It explores...

July 2025 36 pages

Future of Video Content

US$ 8,050.00

This study provides an analysis of current dynamics and prospects for change in the video content sector. First, the report highlights the major trends in the audiovisual market, both in terms of usag...

July 2025 40 pages

6G and Societal Impact

US$ 8,050.00

The rollout of 6G is poised to mark a major technological breakthrough. Beyond enhanced network performance, 6G carries a broader ambition: to become a strategic infrastructure supporting digital, soc...

July 2025 37 pages

OSS/BSS for 5G

US$ 8,050.00

The OSS/BSS market is thriving, driven by 5G, IoT, and digital transformation, positioning these systems as vital for telecom operators to manage networks, billing, and customer engagement. North Amer...

July 2025 48 pages

5G and Sustainability

US$ 8,050.00

The transition to a sustainable digital future requires telecom operators to balance network performance, surging data traffic, and a reduction in environmental impact. Although often perceived as ene...

June 2025 38 pages

Enterprise Fibre Access Market

US$ 8,050.00

The report on the enterprise fibre access market provides a detailed examination of how fibre connectivity is transforming business communications and infrastructure. It explores the role of fibre in...

June 2025 58 pages

Tech Giants in Digital Entertainment

US$ 8,050.00

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the digital entertainment market, including video, music, and gaming, from the perspective of the major Tech Giants. The introductory section outlines the...

June 2025 41 pages

Diversification of the Video Game Sector

US$ 8,050.00

This study examines the expanding influence of video games beyond their traditional domain. It highlights the commercial exploitation of gaming-related intellectual property (IP) and the increasing in...

May 2025 43 pages

Fibre for SMEs

US$ 7,700.00

As residential FTTH markets across Europe mature, operators face slowing growth and diminishing returns on further household expansion. At the same time, SMEs remain significantly underserved: their f...

March 2025 35 pages

AI in Media & Entertainment

US$ 4,500.00

The aim of this study is to examine the impact of the arrival of AI in the media and entertainment sector. It seeks to answer the following questions:What disruptions can be expected as a result of th...

December 2023 40 pages

Analysis of the evolution of the IoT platform market

US$ 4,500.00

This report examines the transformation of the IoT platform business, exploring recent divestment trends and the growing niche forces shaping the market. Following a comprehensive analysis of the IoT...

December 2023 35 pages

Government aid and broadband/FTTH plans: Where are we?

US$ 4,500.00

At a time when digital connectivity significantly drives economic growth, societal inclusion, and technological progress, the implementation of Fiber to the Home (FTTH) and Fiber to the Building (FTTB...

December 2023 59 pages

Transforming logistics: The impact of IoT on industry development

US$ 4,500.00

This report examines the market opportunities for solutions based on new technologies and in particular the Internet of Things (IoT), including many emerging technologies such as augmented and virtual...

December 2023 47 pages

Key digital trends 2023

US$ 4,500.00

This study provides a broad yet in-depth view of the key digital trends being adopted. The study provides an analysis of three main trends:AI: where we stand, where we are going, how to build trust in...

December 2023 41 pages

5G indoor: Demand analysis: 5G indoor overview and challenges, evolution of the ecosystem, diversity of applications and real use cases

US$ 4,950.00

5G offers enhanced capabilities such as ultra-high speed, very low latency, and the potential for network slicing, making it a valuable asset for both consumer and industrial applications. With up to...

July 2023 36 pages

How and when will 6G emerge from 5G? Milestones and next steps: How can Europe stay ahead in the 6G race?

US$ 6,600.00

Unlike other sectors of the digital economy, Europe is one of the world’s market leaders in telecommunications equipment. Thanks to world-class companies, innovative research project platforms and div...

July 2023 45 pages

Open RAN and network virtualization: Open RAN and network virtualization strategies of MNOs

US$ 4,950.00

Open RAN and network virtualization are transformative technologies that are revolutionizing the mobile network industry. Particularly in the second half of 2020, the emergence of the Open RAN movemen...

July 2023 47 pages

5G indoor deployment strategies and technical trends: 5G indoor overview, deployment approaches, technical trends, and vendor landscape analysis

US$ 4,950.00

5G offers enhanced capabilities such as ultra-high speed, very low latency, and the potential for network slicing, making it a valuable asset for both consumer and industrial applications. Considering...

July 2023 42 pages

Optical Distribution Network (ODN) innovation and market sizing: Exploring the key trends and growth opportunities in the ODN Market

US$ 4,950.00

The report discusses the Optical Distribution Network (ODN), which plays a critical role in fiber-based networks by connecting central offices and end users. It highlights the strategic importance of...

July 2023 43 pages

Web 3.0 value chain demystified: Analysing the ecosystem and regulatory framework: A comprehensive study of key Web 3.0 components, including blockchain wallets, decentralised finance (DeFi) and institutional staking

US$ 4,950.00

This report analyses the dynamic trends and changes taking place in the Web 3.0 landscape with main focus on blockchain wallets, decentralised finance (DeFi) and institutional staking services. In add...

June 2023 44 pages

Telecom operators in Web 3.0: Navigating the changing landscape of services and infrastructure: Analysis of leading telco initiatives and assessment of telco market opportunities in Web 3.0

US$ 4,950.00

This report analyses the dynamic trends and changes taking place in the Web 3.0 landscape with a focus on the involvement of telecom operators. In addition to breaking down the Web 3.0 value chain, it...

June 2023 35 pages

Artificial intelligence applications and challenges: Exploring the impact of artificial intelligence on the telecommunications industry: Applications and Challenges

US$ 4,950.00

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is one of the most disruptive technologies of this decade and has the potential to transform every aspect of our society, including vertical industries. Telecom operators...

May 2023 28 pages

Artificial intelligence in the telecommunications industry: Unlocking opportunities: How AI is transforming the telecoms industry

US$ 4,950.00

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is one of the most disruptive technologies of this decade and has the potential to transform every aspect of our society, including vertical industries. Telecom operators...

May 2023 37 pages

Future TV: What are the market scenarios in the face of the current disruptions?

US$ 4,950.00

The uncertainties about the future of broadcasting are changing in nature. It is now a given that linear television channels will not disappear tomorrow, but that their consumption will continue to de...

April 2023 35 pages

Network Sharing: A cost-saving strategy to be considered on a case-by-case basis

US$ 4,950.00

In the field of 5G, what are the main practices and trends in terms of network sharing? This report addresses the following issues:What are the different types of sharing agreements?What are the key c...

March 2023 50 pages

What are the global growth areas in the fibre industry? Countries where more needs to be done in terms of FTTH/B deployment

US$ 4,950.00

This report highlights the global growth areas of the fibre industry, focusing on Europe, APAC, the Americas and MEA. It shows that there are still millions of homes still to be connected to fibre in...

March 2023 45 pages

Connected TV: The TV streaming accelerator

US$ 4,950.00

This report examines the market for connected TV (CTV) services, solutions and devices. The first part presents the segmentation of the CTV market as well as the main trends in the evolution of usages...

March 2023 40 pages

Industrial 5G deployments: Key findings

US$ 4,950.00

This report analyses 5G network deployments in industrial use cases.It presents the underlying technologies needed to achieve 5G objectives for industry.As an introduction, it also reviews current 5G...

February 2023 43 pages

The future of V2X market: An intermediate step towards self-driving systems

US$ 4,950.00

This report analyses the major upcoming innovations in the global automotive market. It explores the driving forces behind the market transformation, including a review of the two main technologies, k...

February 2023 47 pages

The Video Surveillance Market: Analysis of a very dynamic IoT market

US$ 4,950.00

This report analyses the major innovations taking place in the video surveillance market around the globe. It explores the driving forces behind the transformation of the market, including a review of...

February 2023 48 pages

In-home broadband: Technologies for in-home broadband

US$ 4,950.00

The outbreak of the pandemic has led to an inevitable surge in the use of digital technologies and placed broadband networks as a key enabler for various digital applications in home, including teleco...

December 2022 36 pages

Cloud and Data center markets: Market Trends

US$ 4,125.00

This report analyses the datacenter and cloud markets’ development.It presents the key stakes and challenges for each of them.The market structure is also examinedAn analysis of the market development...

December 2022 40 pages

5G mmWave use cases: When will mmWave unleash the full potential of 5G?

US$ 4,950.00

This report provides an update on mmWaves, the new frequencies available for 5G. It details their availability, assignments and reminds of their key characteristics. It also stress opportunities and c...

December 2022 41 pages

European regulation of media and digital entertainment

US$ 4,950.00

The media and digital entertainment market is still largely impacted by the weight of non-European players, including the Internet giants. In this context, the European Union has initiated processes t...

October 2022 54 pages

Main trends in the Technology, Media, and Telecom sector: From infrastructure to services: the rise of ecosystems

US$ 3,300.00

This study places the key digital technologies which are being adopted into a broad yet deep perspective. The choice of the most promising infrastructure and services in the period ahead is based on a...

September 2022 49 pages

World OTT video services markets: Revenues and usages, 2018 - 2026

US$ 4,400.00

This observatory covers the OTT video market according to multiple inputs, players and markets:Access to OTT video services (subscriptions and subscribers to paid offers, by country and service), acti...

September 2022 -

Telecom operators’ strategies in the health market

US$ 3,300.00

Telecom operators are looking for new opportunities in other sectors to increase their revenues, and digital healthcare is one of them. This report provides an overview of the digital health market, i...

September 2022 47 pages

Digital Markets Act: What impact on digital players?

US$ 1,650.00

As Internet usage has grown and tech companies have expanded considerably in the digital marketplace, the Digital Markets Act aims to regulate this market by establishing uniform rules to ensure conte...

September 2022 42 pages

Digital Services Act: What impact on the European digital market?

US$ 1,650.00

The growth in Internet usage and the diversification of online activities have increased the risk of users being confronted with illegal content. Recognising the need to regulate Internet content at a...

September 2022 36 pages

Cybersecurity: Outlook for the main threat in the digital economy

US$ 3,300.00

This report analyses the development of the cybersecurity market.It presents the key cyber stakes and challenges the digital economy is currently facing.It also provides solutions and recommendations...

August 2022 50 pages

The future of (N)GPON: Will 25G or 50G be the winner beyond 10G PON?

US$ 3,300.00

This report provides a global overview of PON technologies and their future developments, which are among the most important in the telecommunications sector today. It begins with a retrospective of P...

July 2022 42 pages

FAST services, the new television? After the USA, offers are developing in Europe

US$ 3,300.00

This report examines the market for Free Ad Supported Streaming TV (FAST) services. The first part presents a segmentation of OTT video services and positions the FAST offers in this environment. It a...

June 2022 57 pages

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