Carriers

Carriers see open source as a way to break vendor-lock model, but standards and compliance remain key challenges to deployments. Telecommunication operators appear to be full on board in terms …

An IHS Markit survey of service providers found a slow down in the adoption of live SDN into data centers, with lab trials continuing to dominate. The integration of software-defined …

FCC views on Open Internet regulations expected to hit significant review under Pai, though 5G support could flourish. The Federal Communications Commissions looks to have found a new leader as …

Organizational support for open source initiatives is easing the integration of platforms into the telecom world. One key challenge for growing the support of open source into the telecommunications space …

South Korean operators continue to push NFV, SDN and 5G plans, with Juniper scoring a deal to bolster LG Uplus deployment. South Korea continues to be on the leading edge …

Mobile network operators need to take steps in order to prepare their networks and business operations for the oncoming challenges of 5G and IoT. Editor’s Note: In an attempt to …

AT&T might have killed off its 2G network for the benefit of 4G and 5G, but let’s not forget just how awesome that GSM/GPRS/EDGE network was. Hello! And welcome to …

Greater definition of mobile strategy decision making, mobile development and wearables are set to expand across enterprise space in 2017. Editor’s Note: With 2017 now upon us, RCR Wireless News …

Open source software may still be a new model for the telecommunications industry, but it’s rapidly gaining traction as operators look to mimic computing world. While the open source community …

Regional telecom operator Windstream launched the VeloCloud-powered SD-WAN solution targeted at enterprise WAN management. Telecommunication operators continue to adopt software-defined wide area network solutions, with the latest deployment announced by …

Forward auction bidding hits key milestone in FCC 600 MHz incentive auction, leaving broadcasters with $10B in proceeds and telecom operators to maneuver. The Federal Communications Commission’s 600 MHz incentive …

Wireless technology and costs are set to support reach of broadband, while advanced capabilities bolster convergence, IoT plans. Editor’s Note: With 2017 now upon us, RCR Wireless News has gathered …

Qualcomm asks FCC for quick award of 700 MHz spectrum, while House telecom subcommittee Chairman Tauzin claims FCC corrupted by shakedowns … 17 years ago this week. Editor’s Note: RCR …

A new report from SNS Research predicts 125% CAGR over the next three years on VRAN spending, with 5G a significant influence by 2020. Forecasts on the expected increased use …

Forward bidding in FCC 600 MHz incentive auction stage four set to begin on Wednesday with target price seen as attainable to end proceedings. The Federal Communications Commission’s ongoing 600 …

QoE regulations, IoT security challenges and the expansion of zero-rated data services set for 2017. Editor’s Note: With 2017 now upon us, RCR Wireless News has gathered predictions from across …

First-of-its-kind partnership between Ericsson and Cisco said to tap SDN, NFV and cloud in move to modernize VHA network operations. Vodafone Hutchison Australia is set to have its core network …

Application-to-person text messaging platforms will see expansion from new business models, enterprise adoption and take a bite out of IoT. Editor’s Note: With 2017 now upon us, RCR Wireless News …

CTIA-commissioned report from Accenture targets local communities in touting workforce and economy boost from 5G deployments. Nothing boosts an argument for investing billions of dollars into a technology like throwing …

Unlimited data fans on Verizon and AT&T being strong-armed to comply or at least pay a bit more for the privilege, but at least the FCC has a sense of …

Potential impact of new administration on the telecom industry could see a green light for further M&A activity, changes to net neutrality legislation and expansion of zero-rated data. Editor’s Note: …

Straight Path to pay up to $100M in penalties tied to falsifying build out claims for 28 GHz and 39 GHz millimeter wave spectrum core to 5G plans. Straight Path …

AT&T Wireless began sifting through multibillion dollar bids, while Sprint offered up third-party billing … 13 years ago this week. Editor’s Note: RCR Wireless News goes all in for “Throwback …

Nokia’s Nuage Networks division to see its SDN Virtualized Services Platform used to support 2,000 public cloud servers for China Mobile. Nokia’s Nuage Networks division snagged a deal with China …

Are LTE smartphones not moving as fast as the networks they support? Editor’s Note: In the Analyst Angle section, we’ve collected a group of the industry’s leading analysts to give …