WBA Blog

The Wireless Broadband Alliance (WBA), the industry association focused on driving next generation Wi-Fi and its role in Public Wi-Fi services, Internet of Things (IoT), Big Data, Converged Services, Smart Cities and 5G, is pleased and excited to be attending AfricaCom 2015 next week (November 17-19). Taking place in Cape Town, South Africa, this prestigious

As the Wireless Broadband Alliance continues to implement and execute its groundbreaking Vision 2020 initiative, the organization will continue to put an emphasis on innovation – an absolutely integral part of our ecosystem. To that end, 2015 has seen the WBA introduce the Accelerator Program, and it has quickly become a significant component of the

With day one of the Wi-Fi Global Congress in San Jose offering an absolute wealth of discussion and talking points, day two kicked off with much promise (and, perhaps, a little disappointment at the fact that it was the last day of the event).

After weeks of planning, announcements, and general excitement, the 2015 Wi-Fi Global Congress officially got underway yesterday. With over 600 attendees from all corners of the globe and our ecosystem converging upon the San Jose Convention Center, the first official day of the event certainly lived up to expectations!

NGH Live Experience at the Wi-Fi Global Congress We envision a world in which the Next Gen Wi-Fi powers innovation through seamless Wi-Fi connectivity. And today that vision is becoming a reality in California. Previously enjoyed by thousands in Beijing, San Francisco, London and Barcelona, the Next Gen Wi-Fi Experience now comes to San Jose

This blog was submitted to the WBA by the United States Department of Transportation. Imagine a transportation system in which cars can see things that you can’t. These cars could warn of a potential crash or icy roads ahead, advise of a traffic jam ahead, or help find a parking space.

The Wireless Broadband Alliance is comprised of members who have come together to achieve a common goal: delivering an outstanding user experience thought next-generation Wi-Fi. We’re very proud to introduce you to these members, and give you a glimpse into their role within the WBA and the Wi-Fi ecosystem. This week, we’re profiling Mitel Mobility

This blog was submitted to the WBA by Joe Madden of Mobile Experts. LTE operators have a major problem. ARPU is dropping, but data consumption continues to grow. The big LTE operators are forced to give bigger data bundles for lower prices. This will not end well. Wi-Fi operators also have a major problem. They’re

Initiative aims to bring support to the Indian Government’s ‘100 Smart Cities’ program The Wireless Broadband Alliance, in association with FICCI, hosted the WBA Vision Forum, its first ever initiative in India, on 13th of August, 2015 at FICCI Auditorium, New Delhi, India. The event brought together several leading telecom ecosystem players and government officials

The Wireless Broadband Alliance Board of Directors recently approved the future strategic vision for the WBA – Vision 2020. JR Wilson, WBA Chairman, shared his thoughts on how Vision 2020 positions the WBA to address the changing wireless ecosystem.