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2017 started with a near-death experience for community-owned broadband network customers in Virginia. Under the guise of a benevolent-sounding Virginia Broadband Deployment Act, a zealous state legislator’s bill would have …

The Mobile World Congress question: Is it better to go visit people on their stands and filter their undiluted marketing, or to sit in your meeting room like the Sybil …

Kentik looks at how telecom operators can use big data in their DDoS security platforms. Editor’s Note: In an attempt to broaden our interaction with our readers we have created …

Improved CEM, disaster recovery, business continuity, scalability and cost cited as reasons to move a contact center to the cloud. Editor’s Note: In an attempt to broaden our interaction with …

Gemalto looks at five scenarios regarding IoT device security that need to be addressed. Editor’s Note: In an attempt to broaden our interaction with our readers we have created this …

Telecom networks operate in two different planes: the user plane and the control plane. The user plane – also known as the “bearer” plane – is where all user data …

The telecom industry’s move towards 5G through greater use of virtualization technologies is set to change the view of service assurance. Editor’s Note: In an attempt to broaden our interaction …

When digging into SD-WAN, why outer space and networking have a lot more in common than we think. Editor’s Note: In an attempt to broaden our interaction with our readers …

Smartphones — thanks to superior user experiences and affordable pricing models — dominate the market worldwide. In the first quarter of 2016, they represented 78% of total mobile phone sales …

“5G” networks are expected to unleash solutions that will help overcome barriers to widespread internet of things adoption. Existing technology limitations lead to high connectivity costs, and security and privacy …

Cellular carrier ownership of mmWave 5G spectrum creates challenges for fixed deployment With huge recent acquisitions of 5G spectrum licenses in the 28 GHz and 39 GHz frequency bands in …

The telecommunications market is ripe to take advantage of new workforce opportunities provided by the gig economy. Editor’s Note: In an attempt to broaden our interaction with our readers we …

Update: The FCC has rescinded its cybersecurity white paper as of February 3, but the comment period for the notice of inquiry is still in effect. In its recently released …

Millimeter wave spectrum bands are shaping up to be a key component of 5G fixed wireless deployment plans. Editor’s Note: In an attempt to broaden our interaction with our readers …

I recently bought a new car with all the bells and whistles. It warns me if I stray out of my lane. It warns me if there is a car …

Many of the apps that we know and love — Uber, Slack, Amazon — have set a new bar for engaging, dynamic, and personalized digital experiences. To date, mobile operators …

FCC regulatory progress needs worldwide continuation to ensure adoption and progress. Editor’s Note: In an attempt to broaden our interaction with our readers we have created this Reader Forum for …

A robust IoT ecosystems can be used by cities to help facilities waste management to the benefit of its citizens. Editor’s Note: In an attempt to broaden our interaction with …

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 …

SAS interoperability achieved, but many regulatory steps remain for CBRS operators on the road to 5G. Editor’s Note: In an attempt to broaden our interaction with our readers we have …

A recent rash of malware attacks on Microsoft’s RDP calls into question current thinking in terms of battling Trojan attacks. Editor’s Note: In an attempt to broaden our interaction with …

Operators commonly expect that moving to SDN and NFV with white box CPEs will enable cost reductions, however reality is telling a different story. Editor’s Note: In an attempt to …

As carriers continue to roll out VoLTE, VoWi-Fi and WebRTC solutions on their path to 5G, adjunct transcoding is seen as a solution for interoperability. Editor’s Note: In an attempt …

Online shopping continues to grow, with a recent Pew Research study indicating more than half occurred via a cellphone. Don’t tell the kids, but even Santa probably use the internet …

Baby boomers may not be as young as they once were, but their bandwidth demands match those of younger generations and service providers should be aware. Age-of-use is becoming an …