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Exciting times ahead for OpenRAN and the future of mobile networks! The collaboration among industry giants like Meta, Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone, and others on the Evenstar project (https://lnkd.in/gr8Qm3dq) is truly commendable. The move towards an open-source disaggregated RAN solution has the potential to revolutionize the telecommunications landscape, making connectivity more accessible and affordable for all. I couldn't agree more that initiatives like Evenstar are essential for bridging the digital divide and ensuring that everyone, especially in developing and emerging economies, has access to high-quality connectivity and services. While it might challenge traditional vendors initially, embracing open hardware platforms is crucial for driving innovation, reducing costs, and maximizing supply chain efficiency. It's heartening to see operators rallying behind this initiative, recognizing the long-term benefits it holds for the industry and society as a whole. The future of telecommunications should be inclusive and accessible to all, and projects like Evenstar pave the way for that vision to become a reality.

Check out this post: Laying the groundwork for the future OpenRAN Open Hardware Radio Unit Platform! The OpenRAN special focus track at the upcoming OCP EMEA Regional Summit, next week in Lisbon, Portugal, is a must-attend for anyone interested in the future direction of mobile 5G and beyond networks. While the OCP’s Strategic Initiative project Evenstar is fairly new, there has been a preceding, years-long, collaborative effort between leading industry players, including Meta, Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone, and others, to develop an open-source, disaggregated Radio Access Network (RAN) solution which culminated in the contribution of a 4G/5G 4T4R Radio Unit base specification to the OCP. The Evenstar project has the potential, through open collaboration, to significantly reduce the costs and complexity associated with traditional radio access networks through the definition of an Open Radio hardware platform, providing the ITC ecosystem an extensible platform allowing customization for specific market segments while maintaining base compatibility and commonality to maximize supply chain opportunity and efficiency. Read the full story, and get involved here: https://bit.ly/3U0qYIL

7.67 billion yuan, 5G super order is coming An official announcement from the Brazilian Ministry of Communications showed that the Brazilian Ministry of Communications authorized Brazilian telecom network operators to issue incentive infrastructure bonds to raise 5.3 billion reais (approximately RMB 7.67069 billion) in the market for 5G networks and optical fiber Network expansion and construction. Relevant investments will be allocated to all 27 Brazilian federal units and are understood to include 5G networks, transmission networks, access network data centers, telecommunications network infrastructure and telecommunications network virtualization infrastructure. Brazil’s Minister of Communications said that without digital inclusiveness, Brazil will not achieve social inclusiveness. "Investment in the network in relevant regions brings alternative options to people, allowing this promising market to continue to grow and making our country more interconnected." He said.

Mavenir is a leading company proving true Open RAN. Yes, we have even integrated Mavenir Radio with Nokia Baseband. Certain vendors that are using the "Single RAN Could RAN " labels have not demonstrated any interoperability and continue to promote a single source monopoly. Monopolies are not good for the consumer. Based on demonstrated openness and interoperability - the largest incumbent is not Open Here is Mavenir's list of partners used in Commercial OpenRAN networks and yes is is independently proven that Open RAN is equal and in case better than proprietary closed RAN.

RAN network elements are evolving in terms of performance and capacity requirements. Would ORAN vendors failure to match the performance , capacity and power efficiency of Closed RAN be the reason for ORAN vendors to market RAN element interoperability?

Open RAN benefits the market by promoting interoperability and standardization among RAN elements, allowing components from different suppliers to operate seamlessly together. This fosters innovation, reduces costs, and enhances network efficiency and flexibility, ultimately benefiting consumers with improved and more affordable services.

🌐 Today, we are honored to co-host a virtual event celebrating not one, but three IEEE Milestones that have been pivotal to the worldwide success of the Internet. 🎉 1️⃣ The first Milestone commemorates the 50th anniversary of the groundbreaking IEEE technical paper on TCP, a foundational technology that ensures the Internet’s reliability. 2️⃣ The second Milestone honors the IEEE 802 Standards Committee, the architects behind the protocols that power Ethernet, Wi-Fi, and various specialty wireless networks. 3️⃣ The third Milestone celebrates the PageRank Algorithm and the Birth of Google, which revolutionized how we access digital content. Join us as industry giants like Vint Cerf, co-author of the TCP paper and a “father of the Internet,” along with Bob Metcalfe, co-inventor of Ethernet, share their insights. Leaders from the IEEE 802 Standards Committee and distinguished Google researchers will also highlight how these technologies continue to shape our digital world. 🔗 Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn from the pioneers who have made significant contributions to the digital era. Join us today! https://lnkd.in/gs-DJAy2 #Internet50 #IEEE #TechInnovation #DigitalFuture #IEEEMilestone #TCP50 #Ethernet #PageRank #Google #PeopleCenteredDigitalFuture

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7.67 billion yuan, 5G super order is comingAn official announcement from the Brazilian Ministry of Communications showed that the Brazilian Ministry of Communications authorized Brazilian telecom network operators to issue incentive infrastructure bonds to raise 5.3 billion reais (approximately RMB 7.67069 billion) in the market for 5G networks and optical fiber Network expansion and construction.Relevant investments will be allocated to all 27 Brazilian federal units and are understood to include 5G networks, transmission networks, access network data centers, telecommunications network infrastructure and telecommunications network virtualization infrastructure.Brazil’s Minister of Communications said that without digital inclusiveness, Brazil will not achieve social inclusiveness. "Investment in the network in relevant regions brings alternative options to people, allowing this promising market to continue to grow and making our country more interconnected." He said.

📍ITU-R & the 5G Networks. The International Telecommunication Union Radiocommunication (ITU-R) is responsible for the standardization of 5G. As an intergovernmental organization, the ITU guides, reviews, and supervises the entire 5G technology landscape, though it does not engage in the actual design of the technology. 📌 So, who develops the technology that meets these standards? This task is undertaken by the Third Generation Partnership Project (3GPP), an international consortium of telecommunication organizations from around the world. 3GPP creates the technologies that comply with the ITU's requirements. 📌 There is also a competing organization, the Third Generation Partnership Project 2 (3GPP2), which develops alternative solutions to meet these requirements. 3GPP2 was responsible for the development of GSM in 2G, UMTS in 3G, and LTE in 4G. Despite the presence of these two organizations, 3GPP currently holds a dominant position in the development of 5G technologies. Kazeem Sulaiman