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Security is a growing challenge for the telecommunications space, made even more so by the lack of attention paid by operators. The last decade has seen a boom in the …

Baby boomers may not be as young as they once were, but their bandwidth demands match those of younger generations. Baby boomers are the rock-n-roll generation that was raised on …

Telecom operators need to evolve their customer experience plans to meet new expectations. We’re experiencing a unique moment in the history of the telecommunications industry. We all know this is …

Breaking down some of the reasons Google Fiber has yet to gain traction. Google is one of those company names that everyone recognizes. In fact, Google is the No. 2 …

The proposed AT&T acquisition of Time Warner shows streaming video content and faster data technology services continue to drive the world forward. In fact, mobile data usage is projected to …

A perceived lull in NFV deployment and development can be overcome with the right model in place. When people run out of things to say in a conversation or a …

Network outages can haunt mobile telecom operators, but there are ways to avoid the long-term embarrassment. Too many users, not enough bandwidth, “busy hour congestion” and a plethora of other …

Virtualization is critical to developing next-generation intelligent networks, with cloud central offices seen as an important part of bolstering SDN and NFV. Communication service providers are facing challenges on multiple …

Verizon’s recent release of 5G standards and protocols highlights the carrier push for next-generation network technologies. There’s a lot of hype around the next “G” generation. In July, Verizon Communications …

Heavy-handed zoning for small cells is holding back connected cities and hurting consumers. Whenever you see “one size fits all” on a label, you should be a bit skeptical. The …

Mobile operators should look to sports fans as a way to educate them on potential security threats and the opportunity to sell new services. Mobile has changed the way people …

Pokémon Go was a phenomenon with repercussions still being felt throughout the mobile telecom space in terms of security, information management and AR. I have a confession. Temptation got the …

Big data is a gold mine for telecom operators if they can put the pieces in place to take advantage of the opportunity. Without a doubt the rise of big …

DAS and small cells are garnering more attention, but macro sites are still the main deployment method for carriers. Macro sites are still a vital piece of the growing wireless …

With Wi-Fi now becoming an expected service by consumers, telecom operators have a new avenue in driving increased revenue sources. The following is a familiar scenario to many: You are …

Could solutions to smart city challenges like power and internet connectivity be as close as the nearest cable service provider? The connected city is here, and interconnectedness is only increasing. …

This is the first article in a three-part series that looks at how carriers will navigate the complexities of their own digital transformation – and those of their customers. “Digital …

Mobile telecom operators are in a prime position to take advantage connecting the digital experience for consumers Digitalization of services has driven convergence across industries leading to a very fast …

Mobile device traffic continues to surge and stress network resources, but opportunities abound for those willing to embrace the challenge No phenomenon in history can compare to the growth rate …

Partnerships and analytics are called out as key for companies looking to gain a competitive foothold in the IoT space This is the final article in a three-part series examining …

The move towards virtualized and cloud-based network systems can appear significant for telecom operators, but here’s a good place to start the journey Analysts predict that more than half of …

Business, technology and operational challenges could trip up service providers as they look to take advantage of IoT opportunities This is the second article in a three-part series examining the …

There are ample IoT opportunities for communication service providers if they have the right plan in place to capitalize on the opportunity This is the first article in a three-part series …

Fraud remains a significant risk for communication service providers, but the right tools can help prevent issues and speed up the onboarding of new customers Today’s business environment is fraught with …