Finland is trying to compete with China and the US in the race for 5G
Finnish telecom company Nokia is gaining momentum in the mobile communications market as a key player making 5G equipment and software. The company’s efforts have helped put Finland on the map in the worldwide race to develop and implement 5G wireless technology. "They (Noki...
AT&T upset over small-cell proposal in Beaumont
AT&T says regulations Beaumont is proposing for devices that extend service from cell towers violate state law. "To accommodate the surging data that accompanies these solutions, we are turning to small cells to expand and enhance our network," said Adrianna Bernal with AT&...
5G will make life faster for Americans. The FCC should make sure no one gets left in the dust
The Washington Post Editorial Board covered the next generation of wireless networks, stating "5G will make life faster for Americans, and it will unleash innovation in industries from telemedicine to automated transportation." The Editorial Board noted that "private and public se...
Crown Castle to Present at the Citi 2019 Global Technology, Media and Telecom West Conference
HOUSTON , Dec. 24, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Crown Castle International Corp. (NYSE: CCI) ("Crown Castle") announced today that Dan Schlanger , Crown Castle’s Chief Financial Officer, is scheduled to present on Tuesday, January 8, 2019 at 4:15 p.m. Eastern Time at the Citi 2019 Global Technolog...
Gov. Reynolds announces $1.3 million in broadband grant funding
Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds announced Friday that $1.3 million in broadband grant funding is available, with the purpose of the grants being to improve broadband access for Iowans and to eliminate underserved (targeted service areas) areas across the state. The grant program allows for...
AT&T the first to launch 5G mobile service in U.S., in a dozen cities
"This is the first taste of the mobile 5G era," AT&T Labs and chief technology officer Andrew Fuetsch said in a statement. Scott Dunaway, a spokesman for the Texas 5G Alliance, stated "5G is a global race right now. It's changing so quickly right now. Cities are really working...