For decades, mobile network operators have been constrained by a tightly integrated vendor ecosystem, with limited choice, flexibility, and innovation. Open RAN (Radio Access Network) is fundamentally reshaping this paradigm. By decoupling hardware and software and promoting open interfaces, Open RAN empowers operators with greater control, agility, and the ability to foster a more competitive […]
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VIAVI is excited to collaborate with the AI-RAN Alliance, a trailblazer in advancing AI-native Radio Access Networks (RAN), to establish the first AI-RAN Alliance-endorsed lab. This strategic initiative is set to elevate the research and testing capabilities in the telecommunications industry, with a particular focus on integrating artificial intelligence into RAN technologies. AI-RAN (Artificial Intelligence-powered […]
As digital technologies advance and consumer demands shift, the global telecommunications industry is rapidly undergoing a transformation. Faster networks and lower latencies are required to support emerging technologies such as IoT networks/systems, AI and cloud computing. As such, telcos are evolving to resemble technology companies, with a focus that extends beyond what a traditional telco […]
To recognize 100 years since the development of quantum mechanics, the United Nations has proclaimed 2025 as the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology. While quantum computing creates enormous economic and scientific opportunities, it also poses serious cybersecurity risks such as rendering current encryption tools obsolete. Experts estimate that there is a more than 50% […]
This is the third article in our three-part series on 5G synchronization. The first article focused on the transport layer’s crucial role in 5G synchronization, highlighting the importance of technologies such as GNSS, PTP and SyncE in ensuring precise timing and reducing latency across sprawling networks. It also discussed the implementation challenges and the need […]
In cybersecurity, quantum computing presents both exciting new possibilities and threats to data confidentiality, integrity and security. While it promises unparalleled computational power, it also poses a significant risk to current encryption methods, which rely on mathematical problems that could be solved on a quantum computer running Shor’s algorithm. As quantum computing advances, the urgency […]
As we continue our exploration of 5G synchronization in this second installment of our series, we shift our attention to the importance of synchronization in the radio access. The global rollout of 5G NR, predominantly employing TDD technology, underscores the necessity for all radios within a network to transmit in sync. This synchronization is crucial […]
The new frontier of ubiquitous and resilient cellular coverage lies beyond the boundaries of the Earth: Non-terrestrial networks (NTNs), or wireless communication systems that operate in space, are expected to provide larger coverage and resilience, and enable applications requiring always-on connectivity such as IoT and autonomous driving. Whether it’s connecting regions experiencing natural disaster, assisting […]
The pace of innovation in telecommunications is accelerating, with the rollout of 5G technology underscoring an ever-present need: synchronization precision across networks. This is the first in a three-part series of articles that will delve into the criticality of 5G synchronization across three layers: transport, radio and resilience. Throughout the series, we will unravel why […]
