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Happy Independence Day to all my US friends out there!

Great news and first partnership for Sync on the Chinese market - one of the largest 5G markets!

Can Ilya Sutskever's new venture SSI and Open RAN deliver on their promises? I truly admire the cofounder of OpenAI, Ilya Sutskever, who just announced SSI, a new company with a mission to build safe AI superintelligence. This bold move follows a tumultuous year at OpenAI, where Sutskever, after firing and then supporting the return of CEO Sam Altman, decided to carve his own path. With ex-OpenAI engineer Daniel Levy and investor Daniel Gross by his side, Sutskever's SSI aims to prioritize safety above all, foregoing any immediate commercial products to focus solely on the development of safe superintelligence. The speculation around SSI's non-commercial stance is rife, with many believing that Sutskever and his team are on the brink of a breakthrough that could lead to the safe realization of superintelligent AI. This higher purpose in many ways resembles that of the Open RAN initiative when it comes to mobile network infrastructure. Open RAN, or Open Radio Access Network, aims to disaggregate the traditional monolithic RAN architecture by promoting interoperability through standardized interfaces. This initiative is crucial for fostering innovation, reducing costs, and increasing flexibility in mobile networks. Recently, Open RAN has seen significant advancements, with major telecom operators and tech companies rallying behind its principles. The focus is on creating a more open and versatile network infrastructure that can keep pace with the rapid evolution of mobile technology. Like with OpenAI, the high standards have evolved into less open but still virtualized RAN solutions from the larger vendors. Remarkably, time synchronization is the only function in Open RAN architectures that is not virtualized and disaggregated but still require dedicated hardware support in special line cards  How come we are in 2024 and that is still not the case, I wonder. I'm proud to say that we at least walk the talk! #AI #Superintelligence #OpenRAN #TechInnovation #SafeAI #NetworkSynchronization #LeadershipInTech

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Our CTO and Head of Sync Per Lindgren on why time synchronization is key for 5G in terms of resilience and for monetization.

Will T-Mobile's acquisition of UScellular transform US 5G connectivity? T-Mobile announced the acquisition of UScellular's wireless operations for $4.4 billion, aiming to enhance rural connectivity with its extensive 5G network. The deal is expected to close in mid-2025, pending regulatory approvals. This strategic focus aligns with the broader goal of leveraging 5G to support innovative applications and services across industries, ultimately driving operational efficiency and competitive advantage for enterprise customers. T-Mobile reported record growth in service revenues, profitability, and cash flow for 2023, completed its merger integration, and delivered $14 billion to stockholders, solidifying its position as the nationwide overall network leader. I view this acquisition as a major boost for the US 5G market. Integrating UScellular's operations with T-Mobile's network will enhance service quality and coverage, especially in rural areas. This will drive competition, pushing other carriers to innovate, ultimately benefiting consumers with better services and value. The next phase of 5G development will focus on expanding coverage, enhancing network capacity, and improving latency. Deployment of more mid-band and mmWave spectrum will deliver faster speeds and support more connected devices. Network slicing will allow for new high-growth segments optimized for specific applications. AI will undoubtedly have a strong impact on this development by optimizing network operations, managing traffic, and enhancing security. AI-driven analytics will enable predictive maintenance, reducing downtime and improving reliability. In general, new 5G enterprise applications will require higher security and availability, making synchronization increasingly important. The US government has put more focus on synchronization, and Net Insight was a few weeks back attending the US PNT advisory board to discuss GNSS alternatives to make synchronization more robust.  #5GInnovation #TelecomIndustry #TMobile #USCellular #NetworkExpansion #AIinTelecom #FutureOfConnectivity Links: https://lnkd.in/gcznmf2K https://lnkd.in/gb3tpb_4

Can the integration of 5G and satellite communications revolutionize global connectivity? The integration of 5G with satellite communications offers several compelling benefits. First, satellite access significantly expands the coverage of terrestrial mobile operators, enabling connectivity in remote and underserved areas. This allows for a near-ubiquitous outdoor network that benefits both individual users and IoT devices. Additionally, the collaboration between satellite and terrestrial operators introduces billions of new customers and devices to satellite systems, enhancing their utility and reach. The standardized 3GPP technology ecosystem helps lower costs and improve the economics of satellite operations, ensuring more affordable and scalable technology deployment. This integration promises service continuity between terrestrial and non-terrestrial networks, setting the stage for global coverage and advanced 6G systems. I believe such a hybrid architecture is a good balance between broader connectivity through satellites and serving the new advanced 5G/6G services and applications using the terrestrial networks. Again, resilient and precise time synchronization will be a differentiator for terrestrial networks to assure a high return on investment in more demanding critical government and enterprise applications. #5GInnovation #SatelliteTechnology #GlobalConnectivity #TelecomRevolution #IoT #FutureOfNetworks #TechIntegration Link: https://lnkd.in/dkqUY7kC

How will 5G Advanced transform the future of wireless communications? This report presented through Light Reading highlights advancements in 5G technology detailed in 3GPP Release 19, marking significant progress in 5G Advanced. These developments aim to revolutionize the 5G landscape by enhancing performance, reliability, security, and service availability. Enhanced performance and reliability through improved MIMO technology and precise beam management are crucial for real-time applications like autonomous vehicles and industrial automation. Accurate time synchronization, enabled by advanced mobility solutions, supports ultra-reliable low latency communication for mission-critical applications in healthcare, transportation, and emergency services. AI-driven security protocols and enhanced end-to-end encryption protect against sophisticated cyber threats, safeguarding sensitive data in critical sectors. Innovations in network energy efficiency and enhanced femto-cell support extend coverage to remote and underserved areas, ensuring consistent service availability. Developments in ambient IoT and extended reality (XR) enable smart agriculture and immersive educational experiences, fostering smarter cities and more efficient industries. By providing these new capabilities, 5G Advanced promises to help mobile operators achieve a significant return on investment. I believe that accurate time synchronization will be especially important in this move to 5G Advanced and on to 6G. #5GAdvanced #WirelessInnovation #TechRevolution #FutureOfConnectivity #EnterpriseTech #AIinTelecom #SmartCities Link: https://lnkd.in/gz5xRY2D