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Due to the exponential growth and demand of data and video usage by customers, there was a need to accommodate the increased demand for more bandwidth by leveraging Wi-Fi. Unlike cellular networks that use limited licensed spectrum over a broad area, Wi-Fi networks use unlicensed spectrum in a localized area and can enable service providers

Internet connectivity, at its core, is a civilization changer on the same level as roadways, water systems and electric grids. It is redefining the way people interact with the world, access and share information, and improving the way we live work and play. It’s a universal, global need that supersedes economic status, language and location.

in partnership with What is the WBA Accelerator? The Accelerator is a unique event within the Wireless Global Congress that gives companies, primarily start-ups and scale-ups, the opportunity to pitch their business ideas and propositions to a panel of industry specialists as well as an audience of investors, experts and Congress attendees. Find out more

With the last third of 2017 now firmly upon us, the Wireless Broadband Alliance (WBA) is reaching out to service providers, carriers, and cities from around the world, inviting you to make your voices heard in our annual Industry Survey! The WBA works tirelessly to champion the development of a converged wireless broadband ecosystem, and

We recently had the opportunity to speak with Chris Bruce, Co-Chair of the Wireless Broadband Alliance (WBA) and Director of International Consulting Services at BT Global Services. BT is a multinational telecommunications company with head offices in London, UK. It has operations in around 180 countries; is the largest provider of fixed-line, mobile and broadband

Despite being sill defined, 5G is becoming a priority for telecom operators as 5G comes with the promise of unseen services and a broad range of new use cases and business models ranging from enabling autonomous vehicles to smart agriculture and factories. 5G is expected to push the digitization of the economy further due to

We recently had the opportunity to sit down with WBA member Purple and ask them a few questions. Gavin Wheeldon, CEO, was kind enough to take the time to speak with us and shed some light on a very interesting experiment that the company recently tried.

Picture this: you’re on summer vacation in Barcelona, and while walking throughout the city, you’re able to seamlessly and securely roam between various Wi-Fi networks. Essentially, you’ll be able to enjoy consistent connectivity at all times – this is the City Wi-Fi Roaming Project! From June until the end of August, residents and visitors of

We recently had the opportunity to sit down with WBA member Veniam and ask them a few questions. João Barros, CEO & Founder, was kind enough to take the time to discuss what 2017 and beyond has in store for Veniam.

The Wireless Broadband Alliance hosts the Wireless Global Congress twice a year and is a highlight for operators, network management providers, city planners, device manufacturers, and other companies in the wireless ecosystem. Our most recent Congress took place this past May in London, and as our first major event of 2017, it was a runaway