AI gadgets could strain UK phone and internet networks within years, executives warn

UK telecoms executives warn that AI-equipped consumer devices could overwhelm Britain's networks within two to three years. The UK ranks 57th globally for mobile performance — worse than every EU and G7 nation. VodafoneThree's Andrea Donà said the quality "embarrassed" him, despite an £11bn 5G upgrade. The risk echoes Britain's slow broadband catch-up, but faster.