Biden-Harris Administration Launches $450 Million Initiative to Boost Wireless Innovation
The Biden-Harris Administration has unveiled a groundbreaking $450 million funding initiative through the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) to drive advancements in Open RAN wireless network software. This bold move aims to enhance competition, lower costs, and cement the U.S.’s leadership in global technology innovation.
Fixed Wireless Access Networks Rising
Operators saw increasing demand for their fixed wireless access (FWA) deployments in the last year, becoming a bright spot in their efforts to begin monetizing their 5G spectrum. The number of SA 5G networks also accelerated during the year, saying goodbye to their 4G LTE cores.
