Light Reading published an article about Verizon’s fiber network, FiOS. The article noted that Verizon "historically has rented access to fiber from the likes of…Crown Castle…" However, Verizon’s One Fiber program "threatens to upend some of those relationships…prompting analysts to question whether that would impact Crown Castle…" The article included a quote from Crown Castle CEO Jay Brown from the company’s recent quarterly earnings call stating, "We certainly don’t expect that we’re going to be the sole provider," and that the company is still seeing a major opportunity in the space.
CBRS could be CRE ‘game changer’ post-COVID
Following the Covid-19 pandemic, commercial real estate landlords will need to find ways to make their buildings stand out as they fight for tenants. One expected differentiator may by Citizens Broadband Radio Service (CBRS). The article states, "Landlord Rudin Management Company has recognize...
Dish's 5G network architect explains the new Amazon
Light Reading reporter Mike Dano captured the details of Dish’s new 5G network agreement with Amazon Web Services (AWS). The article states, "‘Ergen appeared to pour some cold water on the idea that a big tech player like Amazon would be a 'strategic partner,' implying that he cons...
Towercos to the Rescue?
Contributing analyst Martha DeGrasse writes about how tower owners can help carriers finance 5G rollouts by potentially giving carriers a way to turn a capital investment into an operating expense as they deploy new spectrum. Crown Castle CFO Daniel Schlanger stated, "We think we can really he...
Verizon deploys C-band gear from Ericsson, Samsung for its 5G network
Verizon announced its top priority for 2021 is to prepare its network for its C-band spectrum and has begun installing C-band equipment from Ericsson and Samsung in its Ultra Wideband network. The company also recently signed agreements with Crown Castle and SBA to lease space for C-band equip...
Houston is poised to lead 5G growth in Texas, according to a new report
According to data recently published by the Texas Comptroller’s Office, Houston led all cities in Texas for the number of small cells with 5,455 small-cell sites approved. Crown Castle government affairs director Mandy Derr stated, "Maintaining world-class communications infrastructure i...
Commercial Real Estate Appears to Embrace CBRS Post-COVID
Commercial Observer reporter Patrick Sisson published an article on how tech and building amenities such as CBRS may become key differentiators as commercial landlords battle for tenants in an oversupplied, post-pandemic office market. "In March, landlord Rudin Management Company announced it ...