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Qualcomm Report: Wi-Fi 8 and the rise of ultra-reliable connectivity for the AI era

For years, advances in wireless connectivity have been defined largely by speed. Each new Wi-Fi generation has pushed peak throughput higher and reduced latency, with Wi-Fi 7 representing a major leap forward in peak wireless performance. But as AI...

WBA urges interoperability in AI-native Wi-Fi, but predicts ‘big fight’

The WBA argues that AI and ML are becoming foundational to Wi-Fi operations as network complexity grows In sum — what to know: Frameworks, not algorithms - A new Wireless Broadband Alliance report argues the success of AI-driven Wi-Fi depends on...

WPA3: Why Wi-Fi security is more nuanced than you think (Analyst Angle)

WPA3 adoption in multi-dwelling units presents a unique set of challenges The Wi-Fi industry loves a good checklist. WPA3 support? Check. Six gigahertz? Check. Protected management frames? Check. But as a recent CWNP webinar titled "Wi-Fi Security in 2026: Beyond WPA3...

Enea White Paper: Converging Telecom Architecture & Business

Connectivity is shifting fast. Satellite-based NTN, next-generation Wi-Fi, and 5G SA are redefining how operators deliver services, manage data, optimize traffic, enforce policy, and protect national-grade infrastructure. This white paper explains the architectural, commercial, service management and security implications—and...

Ofcom maps out split-priority approach for upper 6 GHz band

The 6 GHz spectrum sharing proposal outlines a Wi-Fi-first, mobile-later approach In sum – what to know: Wi-Fi first, mobile later - The split-priority approach gives Wi-Fi early and broader access to the upper 6 GHz band — under AFC control...

FCC votes to unlock high-power 6 GHz for Wi‑Fi and IoT devices

The FCC will vote to create a new category of ‘geofenced variable power’ (GVP) devices that can use the 6 GHz band under specific rules; the idea is to enable outdoor and longer-range Wi‑Fi, and to support new innovations in...

Ookla on the network trends shaping 2026

How does Ookla expect networks to evolve in 2026 to support new applications, devices, and usage patterns? RCR Wireless News spoke with Kerry Baker, who leads Ookla’s research and content efforts in North America, to learn more about how networks...

Wi-Fi 2026 predictions: What to expect in the year ahead (Analyst Angle)

The intersection of AI and Wi-Fi will be the dominant theme in 2026 and beyond As 2025 draws to a close, I had the opportunity to speak with three of the most influential voices shaping the future of Wi-Fi technology:...

Cellular beats Wi-Fi in most US airports: Ookla report

Mobile services offer flyers much better speed than airport Wi-Fi — sometimes reaching up to 2x Wi-Fi's performance In sum — what to know: Cellular outperforms Wi-Fi in U.S. airports: Ookla found that in a majority of U.S airports, cellular is...

WBA trials show Wi-Fi QoS can slash latency by 70%

New trials show how intelligent Wi-Fi QoS management can drive operational efficiency across gaming, real-time collaboration, IoT, and streaming A new report from the Wireless Broadband Alliance (WBA) details key Wi-Fi QoS management trials conducted by Alliance members Airties, Charter...

Wi-Fi 8, AI, and why the future of Wi-Fi is managed

It’s hard to keep up with Wi-Fi. Even as telecommunication providers continue rolling out Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 7, the next generation is already taking shape. Wi-Fi 8 is now being defined, with early pre-standard products expected around 2027...

Mimosa promises purpose-built FWA as a practical alternative to private 5G

Mimosa Networks is offering either an alternative or a complement to private 5G – using unlicensed Wi-Fi spectrum to deliver simple, scalable, and cost-effective FWA broadband for enterprises worldwide. In sum – what to know: Simplicity and speed – Mimosa’s point-to-point...

Who can property owners trust? Navigating telecom consultants in a fast-moving tech environment (Analyst Angle)

Connectivity is no longer an optional amenity but a critical infrastructure in multifamily housing The technology landscape in multifamily housing is shifting faster than most property owners and asset managers can keep track of. Wi-Fi 7 is arriving before many...

Why Wi-Fi 8 isn’t about speed — and why that matters

The next Wi-Fi generation shifts the focus from peak throughput to intelligence, reliability, and real-world performance. For more than two decades, every major Wi-Fi generation has leaned on one reliable message: it’s faster than the last. Wi-Fi 5 increased peak...