楽天モバイルは、佐賀市で自動運転バスのレベル4を目指した実証実験を実施。総務省の「地域社会DX推進パッケージ事業」に採択された。3つの検証（無信号交差点の右折支援、通信混雑時の遠隔監視、山間部トンネルの電波環境整備）を行い、成功を確認。既存の携帯電話網を活用することで、導入コストを抑え安全な移動手段を確保する取り組みを進める。
KDDI's povo brand posted a cryptic message on X, likely targeting Rakuten Mobile users experiencing poor indoor reception due to reduced roaming areas. KDDI's CEO previously hinted at offering povo as a "secondary line" to dissatisfied Rakuten users.
KDDI will significantly reduce its roaming service area for Rakuten Mobile, particularly in urban centers like Tokyo, Kawasaki, and Yokohama, starting June 2026. The contract is set to expire in September 2026. This move aligns with Rakuten Mobile's strategy to expand its own network infrastructure.
