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Verizon and Ericsson Expand Collaboration on AI-Powered RAN Automation
Verizon and Ericsson are expanding their collaboration on AI-driven radio access network (RAN) automation, with plans for a nationwide deployment of Ericsson's Intelligent Controller...
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BEAD/BABA Rundown

Voices of the Industry

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The Most Important Developments in Fiber Optics
From Bell Labs’ early experiments to today’s high-speed networks, discover the innovations that shaped the world of fiber optics and what comes next.
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Learning Resources

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BEAD program support: materials, equipment, and BABA compliance for broadband builders.
Nov. 4, 2026
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How ProTek Communications grew from one backyard fixed wireless tower into a rural fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) network across southern Illinois — and built eight broadband grant ...
Nov. 4, 2026
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As broadband, wireless, and edge networks converge, the real challenge is no longer choosing a single “winning” technology—it is strategy. Networks must be built for flexibility...
Oct. 16, 2026
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Sept. 29, 2026

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Videos

Fiber Networks

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Birds Sit on Wires from Utility Poles
Pole replacements, make-ready work and terrain can make aerial fiber more expensive than underground. Evaluate field conditions before committing to a route.
Oct. 5, 2026
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MDUs
Learn how providers can simplify fiber deployment in existing MDUs, reduce installation costs and disruptions, and prepare buildings for future demand.
Sept. 29, 2026
AFL and Alcyon Photonics are collaborating to develop fiber-to-PIC coupling technologies designed to support multi-core optical connectivity, high-density silicon photonics, and...
Sept. 16, 2026
InfraTech Cables has been selected for a three-year U.S. optical fiber cable supply program representing more than $180 million in projected demand, as demand for fiber infrastructure...
Sept. 15, 2026

BEAD

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BEAD/BABA Rundown
This week, Justine Murphy discusses utility-locating challenges facing BEAD builds, a Louisiana fiber project serving nearly 2,900 locations, and Pennsylvania’s first $448 million...
Oct. 16, 2026
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BEAD/BABA Rundown
This week, Justine Murphy covers Washington's first BEAD contracts, AT&T and Corning's $3 billion fiber supply agreement, and Wisconsin's payment milestones for satellite providers...
Oct. 2, 2026
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BEAD/BABA Rundown
This week, Justine Murphy discusses Minnesota's first BEAD project, California's scaled-back LEO awards, and a new international 6G initiative.
Aug. 7, 2026
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BEAD/BABA Rundown
This week, Justine Murphy discusses new mid-band spectrum plans, Tribal broadband funding, and the FCC's latest Covered List proposals.
July 10, 2026

4G & 5G

Keysight and UC Berkeley are exploring new over-the-air (OTA) measurement techniques designed to make testing advanced 6G devices and wireless systems faster and more flexible...
Sept. 29, 2026
Hubble Network is opening its satellite network to the public, enabling Bluetooth IoT devices to connect directly to satellites without new hardware.
Sept. 24, 2026
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Broadband Forum’s TR-517 Brings Matter and USP Together
The new Matter Service API provides broadband providers and developers with a standardized interface for managing Matter devices across manufacturers and deploying smart home ...
Aug. 24, 2026
Nokia has introduced what it describes as the industry's first commercial AI-RAN platform, combining AI, accelerated computing and Open RAN technologies to improve 5G network ...
July 21, 2026

Industry Trends

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New Research Finds Growing Interest in AI Deployment Outside the Cloud
BARC research finds that 76% of organizations place greater importance on deploying AI outside the cloud, highlighting evolving priorities in enterprise AI deployment, security...
Oct. 27, 2026
The Fiber Broadband Association has announced the 2027 Regional Fiber Connect workshop schedule, featuring discussions on fiber broadband deployment, AI, data centers, rural connectivit...
Oct. 27, 2026
A new Cloud Security Alliance survey finds that 73% of organizations experienced data loss in the past 24 months, raising questions about data loss prevention (DLP) effectiveness...
Oct. 21, 2026
Consumer Cellular and Cricket lead Market Force’s 2026 wireless customer loyalty rankings, while pricing pressures and switching intentions continue to challenge major carriers...
Oct. 21, 2026

Technology

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Learn how distributed fiber optic sensing helps operators detect and locate digging, strain, temperature changes and other threats across OSP routes.
Oct. 26, 2026
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Wirecutter recognizes two CyberPower UPS systems for home backup power, highlighting their capacity to support Wi-Fi routers and other electronics during outages.
Oct. 20, 2026
A new Comcast Business cybersecurity report examines 79.3 billion security events and finds AI accelerating cyberattacks while expanding the enterprise attack surface beyond traditional...
Oct. 5, 2026
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Secure AI Networking
Learn how continuous verification, transaction monitoring and human approval can strengthen Zero Trust defenses against AI-era ransomware.
Sept. 22, 2026