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MWC 2025: From AI to smartphone penetration – 5 Things to know

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The Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2025 in Barcelona highlights key trends shaping the mobile industry. AI is central, with brands like Honor and Xiaomi integrating it into devices, despite concerns of "AI fatigue" among consumers. Trade tensions, particularly US-China disputes, impact global supply chains and prices. Calls for regulatory easing in telecoms grow, while smartphone sales rise after a downturn. Europe pushes for tech sovereignty amid geopolitical tensions, aiming for strategic independence in critical sectors.