Juniper Research’s 2026 trends report highlights how AI, eSIM convergence, 6G innovation, and satellites are reshaping global connectivity In its new report, Top 10 Telecoms & Connectivity Trends 2026, Juniper Research identifies the technologies and business models that will define …
Catherine Sbeglia Nin
Catherine Sbeglia Nin
Catherine Sbeglia Nin is the Managing Editor for RCR Wireless News, where she covers topics such as Wi-Fi, network infrastructure, AI and edge computing. She also produced and hosted Arden Media's podcast Well, technically... After studying English and Film & Media Studies at The University of Rochester, she moved to Madison, WI. Having already lived on both coasts, she thought she’d give the middle a try. So far, she likes it very much.
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‘Verizon is clearly falling short of our potential,’ declared new CEO Dan Schulman Verizon reported its third-quarter 2025 earnings, reaffirming full-year guidance and highlighting steady wireless service growth alongside new fiber expansion plans and a candid appraisal from its recently …
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The first phase of Zayo’s deployment is underway in New York and New Jersey, with plans to extend the upgraded infrastructure to additional markets In sum – what to know: AI-fueled fiber boom – hyperscale data centers and AI workloads are …
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As regulatory uncertainty looms and carriers recalibrate, CBRS — once the model for spectrum sharing — stands at a critical inflection point In sum – what to know: Policy ambiguity – CBRS sits in regulatory limbo between federal and commercial …
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As most states finalize their broadband expansion plans, a few are standing out for their speed, strategy, and scope In sum – what to know: States push ahead – Louisiana, Texas, Hawaii, Mississippi, and Nevada are turning BEAD plans into …
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T-Mobile US COO and incoming CEO Srini Gopalan said the carrier had its ‘best Q3 in over a decade’ In sum – what to know: Subscriber growth surges: T-Mobile added a record 2.35 million postpaid customers in Q3 2025 — …
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AT&T posts steady Q3 results as it advances fiber expansion, spectrum acquisitions, and nationwide 5G deployment plans In sum — what to know: Steady financials: AT&T reported Q3 revenue of $30.7B and adjusted EPS of $0.54, with strong free cash …
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T-Mobile Business CMO calls 5G-Advanced and network slicing the ‘secret sauce’ behind Edge Control’s ability to route local traffic securely and efficiently T-Mobile US launched Edge Control this week, a hybrid private 5G-Advanced service for enterprises, promising “private network-like performance …
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Wi-Fi 8 is building the wireless foundation for a hyper-connected future The wireless world is on the brink of another major leap forward. As homes, enterprises, and industrial environments grapple with an unprecedented surge in connected devices — from smart …
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SK Telecom is restructuring its new AI division and doubles down on infrastructure In sum – what to know: AI-first pivot – SK Telecom is restructuring its new AI division just weeks after launch, consolidating units and offering voluntary retirement as …
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In the AI era, telcos are rethinking infrastructure, accelerating innovation, and redefining revenue models — and Nvidia is positioning itself as a key enabler Telecom has never been known for rapid transformation. For decades, operators have built networks in predictable …
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Despite a 9% revenue drop, Ericsson’s profit and margins surged In sum – what to know: Profitability surged despite revenue decline – Net sales fell 9% to ~$5.12 billion, but adjusted EBITA doubled to ~$1.44 billion, boosted by cost efficiencies …
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Nationwide rollout marks next step in AT&T’s 5G and cloud evolution In sum – what to know: Standalone milestone – AT&T has deployed its 5G Standalone (SA) network nationwide, laying the groundwork for lower latency, more flexible service delivery, and …
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Embedding AI in the PHY layer gives the telco ecosystem new tools for efficiency, spectrum use, and performance — and lays the groundwork for 6G’s AI-native vision 5G promised speed and capacity, but delivering on that promise has created new …
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Judge dismisses remaining claims in Qualcomm licensing dispute, but Arm vows to appeal ruling Qualcomm and its subsidiary Nuvia have secured a decisive legal victory over Arm Holdings, concluding a multi-year dispute over the scope of license agreements tied to …
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OQ Technology and KPN signed a roaming deal that adds OQ’s LEO satellites to KPN’s terrestrial and geostationary systems In sum — what to know: Strategic industry trend – This is KPN’s second satellite-IoT partnership in 2025, reflecting a broader …
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Wi-Fi 7 trials show multi-gigabit speeds, low latency, and readiness for mainstream adoption, says WBA Wi-Fi 7, the next generation of wireless technology, is quickly moving from lab concepts into real-world deployments. Three trials conducted this year — led by …
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Federated Wireless CEO outlines the breakthroughs, challenges, and future opportunities tied to AFC systems In sum – what to know: Standard power Wi-Fi 6E is commercially viable – Federated Wireless and Cisco demonstrated that AFC can safely manage 6 GHz …
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Ericsson secures lead vendor role as VodafoneThree accelerates post-merger network modernization In sum – what to know: Ericsson + Nokia – Ericsson will supply RAN and core tech to more than 10,000 VodafoneThree sites, with Nokia covering 7,000, in a …
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Nvidia’s $5 billion stake highlights Intel’s enduring relevance in the AI era In sum – what to know: $5B Nvidia stake – Nvidia is investing $5 billion in Intel at $23.28 per share, becoming a major shareholder while the two …
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The agreement gives DT roaming access to Iridium NTN Direct, a 3GPP standards-based service that enables NB-IoT direct-to-device connectivity In sum – what to know: “Pole-to-pole” coverage – By integrating Iridium’s forthcoming 5G non-terrestrial network with DT’s terrestrial IoT footprint, …
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The Giffgaff launch comes as the U.K. broadband market is experiencing uneven fiber dynamics In sum – what to know: Expansion into broadband – Best known as a mobile-only brand, giffgaff has launched its first full-fiber service using Nexfibre’s wholesale …
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Installed at DB’s digital railway test field in, the 5G system marks a key step away from legacy GSM-R technology, says Nokia In sum – what to know: World-first 5G rail network in n101 band – Nokia and Deutsche Bahn …
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Enterprises overwhelmingly view 5G as the backbone for future competitiveness, according to a new Ericsson report The U.S. enterprise sector is placing unprecedented importance on connectivity as businesses navigate economic uncertainty, talent shortages, and rising expectations for digital transformation. According …
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SpaceX plans to deploy the new airwaves for its direct-to-cell service, designed to provide broadband-speed satellite connectivity directly to ordinary smartphones SpaceX’s $17B spectrum buy reshapes telecom competition – The EchoStar deal positions Starlink as a disruptive force in U.S. …