Jerry Lucas

We need to use ALL of the #tools in the #broaband toolbox!

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Neutral Host Network, NHNs support various levels of infrastructure sharing including distributed antenna systems (DAS), shared radios, and basebands. Successfully navigating this market requires selecting the right technology and ensuring clear economic logic for all supply chain participants. Key sections of the 5GAmericas white paper include: 🔍 Opportunities and Benefits of NHNs:  NHNs can offer improved connectivity, coverage, favorable economics and management overhead. Significant benefits may include enhanced service quality and new revenue opportunities driven by the growth of private networks, the availability of shared spectrum, and innovative partnership models. 🔍 Market Size, Growth, and Trends:  According to some analysts, the global neutral hosting market may reach $8.7 billion by 2028, driven by surging indoor data traffic and the growing adoption of private networks, particularly in sectors such as #manufacturing, #education, #healthcare, and #retail. 🔍 Network Sharing Architectures and Technological Innovations: examination of three primary NHN architecture models, including Site Sharing, Shared Radio, and Shared RAN, as well as enabling technologies, such Distributed Antenna Systems (#DAS), small cells, repeaters, Open #RAN, virtualization, cloudification, private networks, and network slicing. 🔍 Economic and Regulatory Challenges: headwinds include declining DAS equipment sales, security risks, energy costs, and regulatory barriers. 🔍 Future-Ready for 6G: potential new applications, spectrum requirements, and technological advancements will shape the future of NHNs. Neutral host networks represent a significant #opportunity for the #telecommunications industry. By leveraging shared infrastructure, NHNs can deliver superior #connectivity and #coverage, driving #economic #growth and technological innovation Follow us on Kaneshwaran Govindasamy and Global 5G Evolution Check out this week's #5G #conference, Infobip's API updates! A must watch! click comment box! ⬇💡

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Good summary by the ATIS Next G Alliance of available spectrum access mechanisms for 6G, including spectrum sharing approaches. Let's hope the complex National Spectrum Strategy development effort can make the necessary spectrum available in time, both for 5G and 6G. https://lnkd.in/gmYGAAzS

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IEEE Computer Society is home to over 200 active IEEE Standards Association | IEEE SA standards and over 200 active projects from our 17 Standards Committees. We recognize that #standards fuel the development and implementation of technologies that influence and transform the way we live, work, and communicate, and we strongly support the development of high-quality and market relevant standards within the field of interest of the Computer Society to reflect the continuous creation of new practices and technologies. You can be a part of our team in the standards board activities.  Being a part of this community is an opportunity to share your insight with like-minded individuals from across the world!   You can visit computer.org to find ongoing calls for participation for various standards. #ieee #ieeesa #standards #computer #computerscience

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NG 911 committee, much like DHS drove APCO P25 into exsistance for Land Mobile Radio, same is being played out for NG 911 compatability and interoperability Purpose being ‘two fold’. Alignment of ‘jurisdictional governments’ who are required to provide emergency services - 1st Responders and ‘corporate industry’ who provide ‘communication services’ to the public - NG911 Title 47, Telecommunications is the regulation over… https://lnkd.in/euR6CYBE

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Across the North African and Sub-Sahara region, GSA is currently tracking 604 public networks including #LTE, LTE-Advanced, #5G and #fixedwirelessaccess. #2G and #3G networks are being switched off, non-terrestrial satellite services are being launched, and #5GStandalone is in the early stages of being evaluated, trialled and deployed. What is the true status of 4G and 5G connectivity in #Africa? What role will non-terrestrial networks play? And how will the availability of #spectrum shape the future of connectivity across the continent? In this 15-minute regional spotlight, Joe Gardiner from the GSA Research team shares the latest data on: 🔎 Status of LTE and LTE-Advanced across Africa, is the continent still behind its peers or are we starting to see an expansion in line with the rest of world? 📱 5G in Africa – is it being held back by LTE rollouts and an abundance of earlier-generation devices? 💰 Recent spectrum assignments and auctions 🌗 The situation with 2G and 3G switch off 🛰️ Satellite #NTN services, Africa has big potential for these services, but is this reflected in rollouts by operators and satellite providers? 🔦 Want to dig into the data more? Download the full Regional Spotlight: Africa report here: https://lnkd.in/e4GCGMrJ With thanks also to Luke Pearce and Jordan Cox for bringing their expert insights to the webinar Q&A! #Africa5G #connectedAfrica #

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Revolutionizing Connectivity: Galaxy Broadband Communications is redefining what's possible with resilient high-speed broadband internet. By harnessing the power of LEO, GEO, and LTE, they're delivering seamless, bonded internet services that transform industries. Imagine logistics, marine operations, and transportation networks with constant, reliable internet access. The future of connectivity is here, and it’s changing the way businesses operate. Check out their latest blog post to see how Galaxy Broadband is leading the charge in making connectivity ubiquitous and dependable, no matter where you are!

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Reserve your seat today at Selector's next webinar! Host and network engineering expert Dave Siegel will welcome Selector’s Principal Solution Architect, John Heintz, to discuss "Operational Intelligence for FTTH Networks." Service providers face a unique challenge in monitoring FTTH networks given the passive nature of the fiber plant. Being able to quickly identify fiber impairments, which fiber(s) are impacted, and their location is critical to reducing MTTD and MTTR. Discover how Selector solves this operational challenge, enabling service providers to deliver best in class performance. By attending this webinar, you’ll learn valuable insights about: 🌟 How Selector can integrate with fiber management platforms and GIS tools to correlate service outages with the associated fiber elements 🌟 How operators can leverage Selector’s intuitive topology and compliance measurement features for performance reporting and path visualization 🌟 Why Selector’s event correlation and root cause analysis will accelerate plant outage detection and remediation, minimizing the impact of FTTH issues ➡ Register now: https://lnkd.in/eSjqkBCb #machinelearning #network #innovation #datascience #Selector #SelectorAI

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The regulatory foundation for the Nations emergency communications (NG 911) is those that the FCC has defined The regulatory foundation for the Nations Warpowers communications (Command and Control) is those that the DoD has defined The two, as defined, cannot ‘integrate’, nor find interoperability / compatability solutions…. C2 and its ‘Assured Identity’ - validated credentials - Zero Trust vs Emergency Automatic Number and Location Identification regulations inhibit ability to comply as a integrated solution If this is known, then the only means is to develop a vertical architecture, a layered separation where telecom is the horizontal foundation to provide government localized common and emergency communication (defined as local access and transport authority) and support networks who provide specialized IT Infrastructure solutions

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Advancing Direct-to-Device (D2D) Communications The telecommunications landscape is evolving rapidly, with satellite communications playing a pivotal role in enhancing global connectivity. Direct-to-device (D2D) communications, which enable devices to connect directly to satellite networks without intermediary ground stations, represent a significant advancement in this domain. The Global Satellite Operators Association (GSOA) is at the forefront of this development, working closely with the GSM Association (GSMA) to explore the best ways to integrate satellite and terrestrial networks. Current Developments in D2D Communications The integration of satellites into terrestrial networks has been progressing steadily, with significant strides in developing standards for non-terrestrial networks (NTNs). With 3GPP Release 17, NTNs now support 5G and IoT services, marking a major evolution. The focus is shifting towards fully integrating satellites into the 6G framework, which promises to bring unprecedented levels of ubiquity, continuity, scalability, and resilience to global connectivity. WRC-27 Agenda Items The World Radiocommunication Conference 2027 (WRC-27) will address several critical agenda items that will shape the future of D2D communications: Agenda Item 1.12: This item focuses on considering additional spectrum allocations for Mobile Satellite Service (MSS), which is crucial for the growth of satellite communications. Agenda Item 1.13: This involves studying the use of terrestrial spectrum (IMT bands) for D2D communications. This approach leverages existing mobile handsets and requires partnerships with mobile network operators (MNOs). Agenda Item 1.14: Similar to 1.12, this item will also look at additional MSS spectrum allocations, emphasizing the need for more bandwidth to support the growing demand for satellite services. GSOA and GSMA Cooperation Collaboration is key to the successful integration of satellite and terrestrial networks. GSOA has signed cooperation agreements with GSMA and the European Space Agency (ESA) to advance this integration. These partnerships aim to harmonize standards, advocate for enabling policies, and foster innovation. https://lnkd.in/d-dabtpt For More Reference and Reading https://lnkd.in/dTv-W2Sm https://lnkd.in/d66gP954 https://lnkd.in/d7uyjBmr https://lnkd.in/d-smEjUA

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Have you heard? In support of broadband expansion and digital equity throughout Arizona, eX2 Technology, a Vivacity Company is joining forces with the Arizona Commerce Authorityand Arizona Department of Transportation to promote open access, middle mile broadband infrastructure along the state’s I-17, I-19 and I-40W corridors. This infrastructure can enable BEAD-funded programs by offering middle mile transport to support last mile connections to homes, businesses, community anchor institutions and more. Learn more about leasing dark fiber, conduit and other communications assets and wireless development opportunities >> #eX2Technology #ArizonaCommerceAuthority #ADOT #fiberbroadband #broadbandconnectivity #digitalinclusion #Arizona #darkfiber #BEAD #middlemile

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In case you missed it: Learn how Netcracker's Digital Satellite Solution is addressing the challenges of automating and operationalizing the satellite industry in this report from Appledore Research. https://lnkd.in/eCmcW6dK #LEO #satcom #satellite

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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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Explore the "New Gigabit Infrastructure Act" at FOAN2024. FTTH infrastructure involves extensive civil work, new technologies, innovation, and social needs; all of these have a significant influence on the speed and cost of implementation of FTTH networks. One of the important, if not the most important, influences is regulation; therefore, the FOAN organizers invited Cristina Contero Almagro, partner at Aphaia, to explain what is happening in EU regulation. Cristina will talk about "The New Gigabit Infrastructure Act" that replaced the 10-year-old act. Cristina's talk will conclude the practical session on FTTH infrastructure. Visit www.foan.info to learn more about FOAN. About the FTTH infrastructure session: https://lnkd.in/eRxgdA3r.

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California Opens BEAD Map Challenge Process The state's challenge phase will last 30 days. July 10, 2024 – California's challenge phase for the Broadband Equity Access and Deployment Program officially opened on Monday and will continue through August 6. During this phase, local and Tribal governments, nonprofits, and internet service providers in the state can challenge the state’s broadband coverage map by submitting evidence that it is not accurate through an online portal. Entities can identify specific locations that may not be accurately represented as unserved, underserved, or served. The BEAD program requires states to map broadband connectivity and allocate funds to connect all unserved or underserved addresses. The challenge phase is the first stage in a five-stage, 120-day process to complete broadband coverage maps. The following stages include evidentiary review by the California Public Utilities Commission, rebuttal by challenged service providers, final determination of disputes, and submission of results to the National Telecommunications and Information Administration by the Commission. California was awarded $1.86 billion through BEAD allocations. It has not yet received NTIA approval of its initial proposal.

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