5G in Africa vs. the World: Digital Haves and Have Nots
Two reports on the growth of 5G deployments were released recently. One covered progress around the world and the U.S., which was very encouraging. The other, in stark contrast, described […]
Distressed Cambium Networks Sees a Glimmer of Hope
Although it has recently faced numerous challenges, Cambium Networks is forging forward with a new AI-powered product. Cambium’s ONE Network line has been expanded with multi-gigabit Wi-Fi 7 access points […]
Satellite D2D Service Receives Another Entrant
Yet another satellite service is being planned for the growing device-to-device (D2D) segment. Space42, a UAE-based spacetech company, and Viasat, a satellite broadband company, have formed Equatys, a venture focused […]
MNO Increases 5G Performance Without Adding Towers
New technology from Ericsson that offers faster download speeds and improved coverage without the need for new towers or antennas is being deployed by EE, a mobile network operator, in […]
Twenty States and Territories Granted Short-Term BEAD Extensions
NTIA has extended the submission deadline for final BEAD Program proposals for twenty entities that missed the September 4, 2025, cutoff, giving these states and territories additional time to complete their plans under the restructured “Benefit of the Bargain” framework. This move keeps the broader $42.45 billion broadband initiative on track for deployment.
September 2025 Forums Tackle AI, 5G, Regulation and the Global Digital Divide
In September 2025, a wave of high-level international forums convenes to address critical crossroads at the heart of our digital future—AI governance, 5G-enabled infrastructure, regulatory harmonization, and strategies to finally close the global digital divide.
US Carriers and EE Push 5G Standalone and L4S to Unlock Ultra-Low Latency Networks
Leading carriers have begun actualizing advanced 5G standalone (SA) networks and deploying Low Latency, Low Loss, Scalable Throughput (L4S) protocols. The shift promises significantly improved speed, reliability, and ultra-responsive experiences for both consumer and enterprise use cases—from cloud gaming to remote control systems.
5G Summits Spotlight Public-Private Collaboration
A wave of 2025 5G summits and forums underscores how federal guidance is catalyzing public‑private partnerships, addressing permitting hurdles, and advancing 5G‑enabled broadband infrastructure. From industry‑government conferences to streamlined NEPA regimes, stakeholders are converging on strategies to accelerate build‑out and close coverage gaps—demonstrating a pragmatic shift in deployment policy.
5G AI-RAN Boosts Throughput by 30 percent in SoftBank Test
SoftBank Corp. has achieved a 30 percent improvement in 5G throughput during a test using artificial intelligence in the RAN, the company recently announced. The technology was demonstrated in real-time […]
Private 5G is Becoming the Go-To Option – Report
Private 5G networks are on the verge of mainstream adoption, according to SNS Telecom & IT’s latest research report, with accelerated investments by industrial giants and other end user organizations. […]
