Over the last two decades, the world has experienced widespread innovation in wireless technologies. We have seen breakthroughs in Wi-Fi connectivity, cellular, and significant growth in connected devices. However patchy coverage, dropped calls, and inconsistent data speeds continue to challenge 4G and 5G networks,...
Anyone in networking understands that bandwidth growth is a constant. We’ve had to adapt to meet the increasing demand from consumers for data; from the now-minor transmission of email to the streaming of videos in 4k to the access and analysis of big data,...
Global data usage has skyrocketed since the launch of the first smartphones. In 2010 the figure stood at just 2 ZB. Fast forward to now and it has reached 120 ZB and this figure is predicted to increase by a further 150% by the...
Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) 5G is defining the U.S. broadband market, empowering U.S. mobile network operators (MNOs) to rapidly expand their footprints and effectively absorbing all broadband subscriber growth in the market since mid-2022, according to a recent report from OpenSignal.
For instance, AT&T reported...
Think of a cutting-edge, high-tech environment. You’re probably not thinking of a farm, are you? Yet, in the flourishing landscapes of New Zealand, a cherry farm is leading the charge in embracing smart farming and Industry 4.0 applications to improve productivity, costs, safety and...
While public Wi-FI can be very convenient, both for users and providers, it also introduces a number of security challenges. Unsecured or under-secured public Wi-Fi networks can expose users to cyber threats like identity theft, financial fraud and data breaches. Once they are connected, attackers...
A remarkable shift is underway in Africa. Driven by the world's youngest and fastest-growing population, dynamic companies across the vast continent continue to revolutionise diverse sectors, from transport to financial services and renewable energy. As a result, Africa will account for eleven of the...
Network operators are transitioning towards the next stage of cloud-based networks as they work to meet customer demand for high-bandwidth services. To maintain service delivery effectively, operators require a cost-effective, low-maintenance solution that enables them to allocate resources as network demand waxes and wanes.
Proactive...
The name Wi-Fi is as recognizable as Band-Aid or Coca-Cola. And it’s just as universally used — from classrooms to stadiums to the factory floor, Wi-Fi is a critical part of the modern, seamless, technology-driven experiences we’ve come to expect.
This past January, the Wi-Fi...
The integration of the Internet of Things (IoT) with audio-visual (AV) technology is revolutionizing the AV industry. IoT, which involves connecting devices through the internet to collect and exchange data, is enhancing the functionality and efficiency of AV solutions. This article delves into the...
In the United Kingdom, a nation with a deep love for caravans, and other recreational vehicles, one in five adults has embarked on a caravan holiday since the beginning of the pandemic. But there is an ongoing struggle to ensure that these beloved mobile...
Mass telco cloud adoption is just beginning
Network operators are transitioning towards the next stage of cloud-based networks as they work to meet customer demand for high-bandwidth services. To maintain service delivery effectively, operators require a cost-effective, low-maintenance solution that enables them to allocate resources...
Cloud-native functions (CNFs) offer flexible deployment options
As cloud-native networks advance and the telecom industry moves toward advanced 5G services, IT platforms have shifted toward horizontal cloud infrastructures. These scalable and shared cloud platforms support a range of applications and services across different layers of...
Technology advancement means both unprecedented opportunities and significant security challenges
The digital era is hurtling towards a hyper-connected future fueled by advancements like 5G and the looming promise of 6G. While these next-generation networks unlock a treasure trove of possibilities – from the ubiquitous Internet...
This month, we celebrate the 25th anniversary of Wi-Fi — one of the most transformative connectivity technologies on the planet. It's an incredible moment for the industry to be proud of. As I reflect on the past 25 years, standing on the shoulders of...
For the past decade or so, speed was the primary focus for operators. More bandwidth meant happier customers, paving the way for more data-intensive use cases like high-resolution video streaming and AR/VR services. That’s all well and good, but what use are lightning-fast speeds...
The unprecedented governmental investment in infrastructure to provide universal and reliable connectivity for all is hampered by a looming labor shortage. Training the workforce of the future can help us bridge the great divide, but the growing demand for skilled workers requires a collective...
The much-hyped 5G network rollout has hardly begun in earnest. Even though the technology was first launched in South Korea five years ago, much of the world is still yet to benefit from its lower latency, higher reliability, and blazing data transfer speeds.
Carriers have...
The vast majority of CSPs have digitally transformed the systems and automated many of the processes to support their B2C customers. Many are now turning their attention to transforming the systems that they use to support their B2B customers.
Here is where they find many...
There is significant policy debate around the use and development of shared wireless spectrum in the United States. Carriers, represented by the CTIA, argue that spectrum should continue to be allocated to the highest bidder via traditional auctions rather than through a sharing system....
With major carriers now embracing Open RAN, the conversation on the potentially game-changing network construct and its ability to transform the telecommunications industry in the U.S. has shifted significantly over the last year.
First, in December, AT&T announced plans to spend $14 billion over the...
Picture a future where your telecommunications company doesn't just keep pace with your expectations — it anticipates and exceeds them at every turn. With the onset of generative AI (gen AI), this scenario is becoming a reality, building change for communications service providers (CSPs)...
According to Deloitte’s 2023 Connected Consumer Survey, 67% of mobile users have concerns about data security and privacy on their smartphones, while 62% of smart home users worry about data security and privacy on their smart home devices. This information sends a clear message...
Americans received more than 16 billion political calls in Q1 2024
Over the first three months of 2024, Americans received more than 16 billion political robocalls. The unwanted calls, which ranged from AI deepfake election disinformation campaigns to financially motivated scams and more traditional nuisance...
