AI, ML step into a bigger role for service provider networks (Reader Forum) Modern dependence on “always on” connectivity has changed the game for service providers and networks Service provider networks have grown well beyond the traditional offerings of video and residential broadband, and meeting the needs of today’s subscriber will depend on how these networks integrate Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning… Published on: 2026-01-07 Source: RCR Wireless Viavi unveils testing and certification platform as hollow core fiber edges towards wider adoption The solution brings to offer testing capabilities tailored to the unique optical and physical properties of hollow core fiber In sum — what to know: A broad suite: Viavi has dropped a new testing and certification platform for hollow core fiber that leverages several of its proprietary solutions. Key capabilities:… Published on: 2026-01-07 Source: RCR Wireless China ends November with 4.83 million 5G sites Operators in China had deployed a total of 4.83 million 5G base stations as of the end of November 2025 In sum – what to know: Modest revenues – Telecom sector revenue rose 0.9% year-on-year to nearly CNY1.61 trillion ($228 billion) in the first 11 months. Higher adoption – China… Published on: 2026-01-07 Source: RCR Wireless Wi-Fi Alliance move brings Wi-Fi 7 features to 20 MHz-only devices The Alliance says the new certification will bring Wi-Fi 7 features to a wider range of residential, enterprise, and industrial devices In sum – what to know: Beyond high-performance devices – By certifying 20 MHz-only devices, the Wi-Fi Alliance is enabling sensors, wearables, and industrial endpoints to access Wi-Fi 7… Published on: 2026-01-07 Source: RCR Wireless Fastweb+Vodafone and TIM agree shared 5G rollout in Italy Fastweb+Vodafone and TIM plan to use a RAN sharing model to accelerate 5G deployment om Italy, targeting small towns. In sum – what to know: Shared rollout – Fastweb+Vodafone plan to use a RAN sharing model to accelerate 5G deployment across Italy, pending regulatory approvals. Smaller towns – The project… Published on: 2026-01-07 Source: RCR Wireless Marvell expands AI interconnect portfolio with $540m XConn deal Marvell is acquiring XConn to strengthen its PCIe, CXL, and UALink switching capabilities, combining electrical and optical interconnect expertise to become a vendor-neutral platform provider for large-scale AI data centers. In sum – what to know: Strategic deal – Marvell buys XConn for $540m, adding high-speed PCIe and CXL switches… Published on: 2026-01-07 Source: RCR Wireless Palistar Capital: Investing in Digital Infrastructure The tower business is alive and well. U.S. mobile network operators are expanding their networks and tower companies are benefiting from that increased deployment activity. Smaller, private tower companies remain […] The post Palistar Capital: Investing in Digital Infrastructure appeared first on Inside Towers. Published on: 2026-01-07 Source: Inside Towers Phoenix Tower Closes Acquisition of Around 3,700 Sites from Bouygues Telecom and SFR Phoenix Tower International announced last week the company successfully closed the acquisition of Infracos, the joint venture owned by Bouygues Telecom and SFR that manages approximately 3,700 wireless sites located in […] The post Phoenix Tower Closes Acquisition of Around 3,700 Sites from Bouygues Telecom and SFR appeared first on Inside… Published on: 2026-01-07 Source: Inside Towers Global 6 GHz spectrum policy and the outlook for Wi-Fi 8 6 GHz spectrum is a key enabler for Wi-Fi 8, delivering higher throughput, lower latency, and greater capacity for dense networks and AI-driven applications. This RCR Wireless News’ report examines global 6 GHz spectrum policies, highlighting regional differences in allocation, regulatory approaches, and device certification that impact Wi-Fi 8 adoption. It explores… Published on: 2026-01-07 Source: RCR Wireless FCC’s Proposal to Simplify Wireless Infrastructure Deployment Draws 3,550+ Comments Wireless groups and carriers are calling on the FCC to adopt proposed streamlined rules for wireless infrastructure deployment while localities oppose the effort. That’s according to public comments filed in […] The post FCC’s Proposal to Simplify Wireless Infrastructure Deployment Draws 3,550+ Comments appeared first on Inside Towers. Published on: 2026-01-07 Source: Inside Towers AT&T’s 3.45 GHz Gambit UPDATE AT&T Wireless (NYSE: T) is the largest holder of 3.45 GHz spectrum in the U.S., according to Inside Towers Intelligence. The company spent $9 billion in FCC Auction 110 […] The post AT&T’s 3.45 GHz Gambit appeared first on Inside Towers. Published on: 2026-01-07 Source: Inside Towers Tower Damage Disrupts LA Local Government Communications A Los Angeles, CA communications tower was damaged last week, cutting off radio communications for several local government departments. The tower in Elysian Park was damaged by two suspected copper […] The post Tower Damage Disrupts LA Local Government Communications appeared first on Inside Towers. Published on: 2026-01-07 Source: Inside Towers AST SpaceMobile Announces Successful Orbital Launch of BlueBird 6 UPDATE AST SpaceMobile (NASDAQ: ASTS) announced the successful orbital launch of BlueBird 6. The Midland, TX-based company claims to be building the first and only space-based cellular broadband network accessible […] The post AST SpaceMobile Announces Successful Orbital Launch of BlueBird 6 appeared first on Inside Towers. Published on: 2026-01-07 Source: Inside Towers Interview: Render Networks on building trusted data with AI Render Networks CEO Stephen Rose argues that true network intelligence starts in the trench Telcos have poured significant time, money, and energy into AI for network operations and customer-facing chatbots, but there’s a phase of the business that remains much more analog — actually building network infrastructure. Render Networks, a… Published on: 2026-01-06 Source: RCR Wireless SGS acquires India-based Panacea Infosec to boost cybersecurity capabilities The merger highlights SGS’s growing ambitions for its Digital Trust business, and strengthening capabilities in payment security and information security assurance In sum — what to know: The deal: SGS buys India-based cybersecurity company Panacea Infosec, boosting its cybersecurity and compliance capabilities. Focus on Digital Trust: The acquisition reflects an… Published on: 2026-01-06 Source: RCR Wireless 1 2 3 … Next
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