As legacy networks phase out, RedCap offers a 5G-ready path for low-power, high-volume IoT
As 5G networks continue to evolve globally, a quieter but equally important transformation is underway: the integration of massive-scale, reduced capability cellular applications into the 5G ecosystem. These are the...
AI could prove hugely and positively transformative — but it's also not without its difficulties
Recently, OpenAI announced the Stargate Project — a $500 billion investment in infrastructure to support artificial intelligence (AI) technology. Although this investment is necessary to support the booming growth of...
From cloud migration to AI integration, five forces are reshaping global enterprise telecom strategies
It’s nothing new that with strong communications comes business success. However, the nature of strong communications in the post pandemic workplace has changed dramatically, with technologies and tools almost unrecognizable compared...
Many North American CSPs remain bogged down by legacy systems and vendor silos — Will a shift to intent-driven, open automation platforms help?
Even after years of investment and innovation, many North American communication service providers (CSPs) remain stuck in a persistent cycle of complexity —...
There’s a growing need for secure, reliable and local connectivity, compute and data
The telco industry has faced its share of challenges over the past decade, affecting both their consumer and business sectors. From the rise of over-the-top services to the commoditization of traditional connectivity,...
In situations with transformative potential, just before a revolutionary breakthrough takes place, the forthcoming innovation is met with some hesitancy and skepticism. Presently, Open Radio Access Networks (Open RAN) is experiencing such a moment. The benefits of Open RAN — ranging from increased flexibility...
The end of the ACP federal program to provide low-cost internet is creating an interesting, but complicated, opportunity for internet service providers
This past June, the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) and its monthly discount on broadband services for qualifying households ended. The popular program provided...
Amid the economic volatility today, a significant digital divide still exists between urban and rural communities, where many across the US have limited access to acceptable broadband speeds. Eighty-five percent of Americans consider the internet a utility along with electricity, gas or water, yet...
In the early heyday of Open RAN, experts were predicting rapid growth and adoption worldwide. As the overall telecommunications market contracted, however, these predictions failed to fully materialize and initial 5G Open RAN deployments fell short of industry expectations. But now a second wave...
As 5G becomes vital to national infrastructure, U.S.-based production offers security, supply chain control and long-term growth for America’s digital future
Manufacturing the next generation of cellular telecommunications equipment within the United States offers numerous advantages, particularly from the perspective of ensuring national security. As...
As billions of devices go intelligent, next-gen Wi-Fi is emerging as the quiet powerhouse behind our connected future
Wi-Fi has evolved from its inception in the 1980s to become a foundational pillar of modern connectivity. While the rise of smartphones in the late 2000s propelled...
It’s no secret that today’s Cell towers are essential to everything from emergency services to our daily smartphone usage. With nearly two million sites managed by the top 100 global cellular tower companies, it’s no surprise that these critical infrastructure hubs face enormous pressures...
eSIMs are changing — and improving — how businesses manage mobile devices, but how can they ensure a successful integration?
The rise of embedded SIM (eSIM) technology is reshaping how businesses manage mobile connectivity. Unlike physical SIM cards, which often require manual installation and swapping,...
The Citizens Broadband Radio Service (CBRS) encompasses 150 megahertz of spectrum in the 3.5 GHz band (3550 MHz–3700 MHz), with plans to expand by an additional 100 megahertz. Historically, this spectrum has been actively utilized by the U.S. government and the Coast Guard. Since...
From IoT devices to consumer tech, the digital world continues to grow more interconnected, and industrial applications are changing the landscape of digital communication. As the landscape expands, so does its attack surface and the complexity of its provisioning standards. Organizations involved in developing...
Mobile World Congress (MWC) is just behind us with the focus on how incredibly quickly the digital era is expanding. Telcos are becoming more customer-centric service operators. And while disruptive technologies continue to impact the industry, key trends will become more apparent, including mobile...
Cybersecurity plays a crucial role in enabling the safe and secure function of our increasingly hyperconnected world. The rising frequency and sophistication of cyber-attacks, which have targeted major hospitals, tech giants and government agencies alike, highlights a pressing need for advanced security strategies. With...
In the early days, Narrowband IoT (NB-IoT) was touted as the ultimate low-cost, low-power solution that would upend the IoT connectivity market for good. Offering reliable indoor coverage and minimal power consumption, it promised massive-scale deployments across essential products such as smart meters, environmental...
As environmental regulations tighten and sustainability goals move to the forefront of corporate agendas, the telecommunications industry finds itself at a crossroads. Like many sectors, telcos face mounting pressure to reduce their carbon footprint while maintaining operational excellence. This convergence of environmental responsibility and...
The telecom industry is on the precipice of enormous upheaval thanks to disruptive technologies, shifting consumer behavior, and other industry-wide changes, opening the doors for new entrants and potentially shaking up established hierarchies. The two previous installments in this three-part series discussed how telecommunication...
Telecommunication companies (telcos) are at a pivotal crossroads, and apart from getting left behind the competition, the only path is forward, which means embracing change. The first installment of this three-part series delved into one of the most significant influences shaping the new telecom...
The convergence of 5G technology and artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the telecommunications landscape. Communications service providers (CSPs) can leverage AI tools — including machine learning, predictive analytics and natural language processing — to streamline operations, increase productivity and implement new monetization strategies.
While many...
The telecommunications industry is managing unprecedented volumes of data — from continuous streams generated by 5G networks to vast information flows from IoT devices and edge computing. Yet, big data organizations like telcos may find themselves utilizing only a fraction of the data they...
Editor's note: The following Reader Forum was written by Anish Sharma, a junior at at Eastside Preparatory School, where he studies computer science, robotics and applied AI.
In the era of digital transformation, ports worldwide are embracing private 5G cellular networks to revolutionize their...
