Peter Cappiello

I enjoyed the discussion and insights from GSMA and others on Private 5G deployment use cases and what it takes to drive adoption.

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Alive Telecom Solutions Available for 900 MHz Antennas

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The US government continues to support the development of the Open RAN ecosystem as it seeks to widen vendor choice for operators networks. The $420 million in new funding announced by the Commerce Department's National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) is a significant boost for the development of open radio units. This initiative has two key aims: ▪ Commercialisation: Accelerating readiness for commercial trials to prove the technology's viability for wider deployment. This has been a long held reservation on the new technology. Many operators we speak with have concerns about wide level commercial deployments in existing infrastructure. ▪ Innovation: Supporting R&D efforts in Open RAN performance and capabilities to drive the technology forward. The investment is a clear signal that the US remains committed to fostering a competitive, diversified telecoms equipment market. It should open up opportunities for US-based Open RAN vendors and could create a more innovation-friendly environment following a difficult few months with some of the larger names in the sector #OpenRAN #telecomsequipment #NTIA #innovation #USinvestment

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Read the latest Broadband Forum press release 'Enhancements made to key #5G convergence standards' Major enhancements have been made for the advancement of next-generation applications, network resilience, and support of converged services for residential customers thanks to Broadband Forum’s latest 5G work that is integrating wireless and wireline networks. Read the full press release here: https://lnkd.in/d5R6UwbD

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Heading to D.C. for the Federal Communications Commission Technology Advisory Council quarterly meeting tomorrow 6/21. We are midway through the year and will provide an update alongside Brian Daly on #6G developments as part of our charter. We have explored the recently concluded first 6G workshop in 3GPP, interacted with IEEE 802.11 working group(s) to expand the horizon beyond cellular to unlicensed and #WiFi and looked at the state of the art and requirements for 6G of #URLLC applications in the automotive sector. The breath of technologies being investigated ( #ISAC, #RIS, #metasurface, #nativeAI, #quantum, #security ) will need motivating use cases and spectrum needs will tie it together. Look forward to updates from the spectrum sharing and AI working groups as well. Tune in on www.fcc.gov/live starting at 10 AM ET. https://lnkd.in/eeU38TJx

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Another one of the hidden assets in broadband networks. This is truly transformational!

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Excellent post by Javier Domínguez Lacasa about spectrum policy for midband Midband is the lifeline for Telcos to provide high-speed and reliable data services. There is no other spectrum band that offers the reach, bandwidth, and properties like midband. Unfortunately, this is a scarce resource and extremely expensive. As a scarce resource, regulators need to prioritize the benefits of the majority of users who connect daily to these services. Consider this: effective spectrum allocation can enhance network capacity by up to 50%, which directly improves service quality and user satisfaction. With 5G technology expected to cover one-third of the world’s population by 2025, the efficient use of midband spectrum becomes even more crucial. This band is essential for enabling advancements in IoT, smart cities, and autonomous vehicles, and its optimal use could significantly boost these developments. Moreover, the economic implications are substantial. A 10% increase in mobile broadband penetration can lead to a 1.5% rise in GDP in developing economies. This highlights the critical role of midband spectrum in driving not only technological innovation but also economic growth and digital inclusion. https://lnkd.in/gYtybk_s #Telecommunications #Midband #SpectrumPolicy #Connectivity #Innovation

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📣 Join us for an exciting webinar with industry experts as we explore the outlook for the second half of North America's 5G technology rollout! 🌟📡 🚀 This webinar will cover a variety of topics, including: - How to tackle the multiple technology and architecture shifts before 6G - The migration to Open RAN and the impact it has on the network - How new antennas and site topologies increase spectral efficiency and handle new frequency bands - How to ensure long-term network efficiency and cost-effectiveness through optimal antenna selection 👨‍💻 Don't miss this opportunity to learn from the experts and gain valuable insights into the future of 5G technology deployment. Register now! 📝 https://lnkd.in/ewCNaXT2 #5G #ORAN #NetworkEfficiency #EricssonAntennaSystem

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CMS Technology Partners Announces Partnership with CEIA to Enhance Local Security and Weapons Detection. This collaboration aims to bolster security measures in schools, concerts, event venues, museums, and other places of large congregations, providing a safer environment for all. WAYNE, N.J., April 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CMS Technology Partners, a leading technology solutions provider, is proud to announce a strategic partnership with CEIA, a renowned security device manufacturer, to offer cutting-edge mobile weapons screening devices that don’t require the divestment of personal items to businesses and venues across the local area. This collaboration aims to bolster security measures in schools, concerts, event venues, museums, and other places of large congregations, providing a safer environment for all. This is called OPENGATE. The OPENGATE device is a state-of-the-art portable, non-invasive weapon screening solution designed to efficiently and discreetly detect a wide range of metallic threats without the need for physical contact. Its portable nature allows for flexible deployment in various settings, ensuring that security does not come at the expense of convenience or the visitor experience. In addition to supplying the OPENGATE devices, CMS Technology Partners is also excited to offer in-house financing options through CMS Funding, its family office’s financing arm. This initiative is designed to make the acquisition of these advanced security solutions more accessible to local businesses and organizations, ensuring that financial constraints do not hinder the implementation of essential security measures. "Our goal is to make high-quality security accessible to all," added Sean Loebs, VP of Sales of CMS Funding. "With our financing options, we hope to empower businesses and venues of all sizes to enhance their security protocols and provide peace of mind to their patrons." CMS Technology Partners and CEIA are committed to working together to support local businesses in creating safe and secure environments for their customers and communities. For more information about the OPENGATE devices and financing options, please contact CMS Technology Partners. **About CMS Technology Partners** CMS Technology Partners is a leading provider of technology solutions, specializing in security, communication, and information technology. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, CMS Technology Partners delivers comprehensive solutions designed to meet the diverse needs of businesses and communities. **About CEIA** CEIA is a world-leading manufacturer of security screening equipment, specializing in the design and production of high-quality, innovative security devices. With a focus on reliability and performance, CEIA offers solutions for a wide range of security needs, ensuring safety and peace of mind across the globe. Chuck Seergy, CEO CMS Technology Partners chuck@callcms.com 973-317-2802 www.callcms.com

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Protect your FTTx Broadband and 5G SLAs by anticipating service problems! This is critical for Communication Service Providers (CSPs) that are rolling out their latest FTTx Broadband and 5G/enterprise services. MYCOM OSI’s Service Experience Assurance Solutions leverage the capabilities of the EAA platform, proven at some of the world’s largest, most complex Tier- 1 mobile and fixed CSP networks. Here are the key drivers that our Service Experience Assurance Solutions are based on: - Guaranteeing high performance for fixed line consumer and enterprise services - Guaranteeing high performance for 5G/enterprise connectivity services - Monetizing industry 4.0 services - Monitoring enterprise SLAs - Proactive customer messaging - Investing in new services based on service predictions To find out about the capabilities and benefits of our Service Experience Assurance Solutions, click the link below. #serviceassurance #AInsights #AI #Automation #FTTx #Slicing #5G #telcocloud #industry40 #enterpriseservices

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🚨 The FCC's push to ban bulk billing in multifamily communities might be well-intentioned, but it risks widening the digital divide. Bulk billing solutions offer affordable, reliable internet to many, especially in low-income and rural areas. Removing these options could increase costs and reduce access where it's needed most. Let's keep discussing how we can advocate for policies that support broadband providers in reaching underserved communities and ensuring digital inclusion for all. #DigitalInclusion #BroadbandForAll #FCC #AffordableInternet https://lnkd.in/gKSqk3fM

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✅ Always Inspect Before You Connect (IBYC)! You want to know why? (IBYC) process, essential for anyone handling #fiber connectors. Contamination poses a significant threat to optical networks, leading to signal degradation and permanent defects. IBYC process is a simple yet crucial step that takes seconds to perform, reducing downtime, troubleshooting and potential network damage. Register today to learn how you can maintain faultless fiber networks through proper inspection and cleaning techniques:  https://lnkd.in/e3CkpiDe #inspect #before #you #connect #webinar

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ECFiber is extending Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) benefits for eligible customers through May 2024. As quoted in the Benton Institute for Broadband & Society write-up: "ECFiber customers in danger of losing a $30 monthly credit on their bill as the federal Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) expires will receive a one-month extension directly from ECFiber. The decision was made by the executive committee in hopes that the ACP program funding will be replenished by congressional action in the coming weeks. “We can move quickly because we are a small community-oriented ISP,” said committee member Irv Thomae, who chaired ECFiber for many years, “but we cannot provide this support on our own for very long.” ECFiber has also been enhancing the ACP benefit by providing a private $20 monthly credit through its internal affordability fund, which previously had been the source of donations totaling $270,000 to the now-inactive Equal Access to Broadband, Inc., a nonprofit that ECFiber leadership created to develop affordability programs prior to the advent of the ACP. The full governing board of ECFiber had previously voted to continue the $20 subsidy for the remainder of 2024." Continuing the story in a Vermont Business Magazine article: "The cost of building and operating a business that delivers world-class broadband where cable and phone companies refuse to invest means the lowest price ECFiber can offer is $72 a month, largely because it is funded by borrowed money, not grants. “If ECFiber had no debt service expenses, our lowest price could probably be $39 a month,” said F. X. Flinn, Board Chair, “That day is 15 to 25 years in the future, but at that point we will not only be the best technology, but also the low-cost provider. Until then, we need the Federal and State governments to help low-income households with targeted subsidies. The ACP accomplishes that; it certifies eligible households and has a simple system for registering customers. It just needs to be funded.” The combined $50 credit brings that down to $22 for eligible households." For the complete articles, please click the following links below: Broadband Breakfast: https://lnkd.in/gcvxErf3 Vermont Business Magazine: https://lnkd.in/gQReYWpT Benton Institute for Broadband & Society: https://lnkd.in/g_FvV6VG #ecfiber #affordableconnectivityprogram #acp #savetheacp #vermont #vermontbiz

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AT&T and AST SpaceMobile Announce Definitive Commercial Agreement May 15, 2024 https://lnkd.in/evWxqnFY AT&T* and AST SpaceMobile have entered a definitive commercial agreement to provide a space-based broadband network direct to everyday cell phones. This agreement extends until 2030. Previously the companies were working together under a Memorandum of Understanding. This is not just one small step, but one giant leap towards enhanced connectivity for consumers and businesses across the country. This summer, AST SpaceMobile plans to deliver its first commercial satellites to Cape Canaveral for launch into low Earth orbit. These initial five satellites will enable commercial service that was previously demonstrated with several key milestones. These industry first moments during 2023 include the first voice call, text and video call via space between everyday smartphones.

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A broadcast messaging system is a valuable tool for government agencies to enhance their communication capabilities, strengthen emergency preparedness, and better serve the needs of the community. NetSfere’s field-proven, carrier-grade Broadcast Message Center allows agencies to effortlessly distribute mass alerts to a range of cellular users in targeted areas. Learn more: bit.ly/37iajco #communication #emergencycommunication #governmentagencies #massalerts #messaging #broadcasting

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The National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) has announced a second Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO), with $420 million available for innovations in open radio units for 5G and 6G cellular networks, as well as commercializing the findings. https://lnkd.in/giEpXZZU The $1.5 billion Public Wireless Supply Chain Innovation Fund is intended to develop these units, crucial components atop cell phone towers for transmitting and receiving signals. Those units are the largest and most expensive segment of carrier networks. Increasing the availability of open radio units, both domestically and internationally, is key to encouraging adoption of open networks. #Nationaltelecommunicationsandinformationadministration #NTIA #Funding #Innovation #wirelessconnection #opennetworks 

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As long as antennas remain the bottleneck in wireless broadband networks, the need for spectrum will grow along with the growth in network traffic

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This is about using all of the tools In the toolbox to get broadband to people!

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