In this episode, Wes Cummins, Founder and CEO of Applied Digital, shares how a journey that began on a 200-person Idaho potato farm led to building some of the largest AI-optimized data center campuses in the world. From early...
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Spectrum readiness is crucial for U.S. 6G leadership: The OBBB Act mandates the identification and auctioning of 800 MHz of licensed spectrum by 2034, but at least 600 MHz must be ready for full-power mobile deployments...
As telecom operators face growing pressure to innovate and scale, AI is emerging as a powerful ally. In this webinar, we’ll explore how AI infrastructure is opening the door to new opportunities for CSPs to diversify and grow.
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New report identifies critical infrastructure gap as companies rush to deploy AI agents without adequate network or data foundations
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An AI readiness gap - Cisco finds only 13% of organizations ("Pacesetters") are fully AI-ready, while 54%...
AI-RAN could improve network efficiency, heighten security, and even raise throughout
AI has made its way into nearly every corner of technology, and telecom infrastructure is no exception. Among the more interesting developments in that space is AI-RAN -- a...
GlobalData’s latest China fixed communication forecast shows fixed voice and fixed broadband lines growing modestly, at CAGRs of 1% and 1.5%, respectively
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Slow fixed services revenue growth – Declining ARPU across voice and broadband services...
Ericsson won’t be drawn on Nokia’s retreat, but it’s happy to talk about its own momentum in the private 5G market: rising deployments, surging traffic, and sales that are outrunning the early years of Wi-Fi. Far from stalling, it...
AI could help telcos reduce downtime, predict maintenance, and more
Network planning has always been a bit reactive. Engineers analyze historical traffic data, build capacity models, and make infrastructure decisions based on what's happened before. When congestion pops up or...
The deal will see the two companies co-develop test cases, validation standards, and deployment frameworks, laying the foundation for quantum-safe communications
Viavi inks deal with QNu Labs: Viavi Solutions and India-based QNu Labs are collaborating to deepen push for quantum...
The potential acquisition targets a massive portfolio of AI data centers
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A major AI play for SoftBank - SoftBank is in active talks to acquire DigitalBridge Group and take the New York-listed firm private, potentially within...
Despite claims that 6 GHz global harmonization has been achieved, disparities remain
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6 GHz defines Wi-Fi 8 – Wi-Fi 8 shifts the narrative from peak speed to reliability, determinism, and intelligent coordination — capabilities that...
Lumine Group will acquire Synchronoss for $116.4m, taking the cloud-software firm private, expanding Lumine’s global scale and long-term “buy-and-hold” strategy.
Acquisition – Lumine buys Synchronoss for $116.4m equity value (enterprise value $258.4m), completing its multi-step acquisition and taking the firm...
The BT system will support upcoming sovereign-focused services in voice, cloud, and AI
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BT introduces a new sovereign platform for U.K. organizations – aimed at giving customers more control over where data, systems and operations...
Private 5G is moving beyond pilots and niche deployments. Recent developments in spectrum access, simplified models, and edge convergence are accelerating its role as core infrastructure for industrial and enterprise transformation. But what is driving this shift, and how...
Private 5G has long carried a reputation for being heavy, complex, and slow to deploy. But it can be a lightweight and scalable foundation for AI in mission-critical industrial operations, as well – provided it is designed properly. As...
Telcos may soon offer AI services to customers, but there are other ways to leverage new tech too
AI is touching every corner of the tech industry, including telecommunications. For decades, the industry's core business model has remained relatively static...
The N99xxD-Series supports wideband signal analysis to take on some of the most challenging RF environments
In sum — what to know:Keysight touts new RF analyzer: Keysight rolled out the new N99xxD-Series FieldFox handheld analyzers with wideband signal analysis capabilities...
Deal focuses on creating "Digital Twins" for 3 million subscribers and automating enterprise financial and support operations
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A first-in-region deal - Synergetics.ai and Tcell formalized a strategic deal on December 2, 2025, with financial terms undisclosed.
Internal and external -...
BSNL plans to roll out 5G services in Delhi and Mumbai by December 2025, according to recent reports
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97,068 4G sites installed, 93,511 live – Government data shows rapid progress in BSNL’s indigenous rollout, with...
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...
Ongoing tests will ensure broadband networks are performing as promised and public investments are paying off
Between 2011 and 2023, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) ran an in-home broadband measurement program called Measuring Broadband America (MBA). The campaign enlisted thousands...
T-Mobile has promoted Easy Switch as a way for new customers to join its network in as little as 15 minutes
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Easy switching – T-Mobile US has introduced a new onboarding tool, which it...
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...
Telcos could be major players for enterprise clients who want fast, customized access to AI services
Telecommunications operators are moving beyond mere pipes. As enterprise demand for AI accelerates, telcos are starting to think about repositioning themselves as AI solution...
New on-premises managed service targets data residency needs, challenging telecommunications providers
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AWS AI factories - A new managed service allowing enterprises and governments to deploy AWS-managed AI infrastructure (Trainium or NVIDIA) within their own data centers.
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