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March sees the return of Mobile World Congress (MWC) Barcelona, and mission-critical communications is set to be a key theme at VIAVI’s booth 5B18. In every generation of mobile communications, VIAVI has been a trusted partner helping the ecosystem prepare for and validate the path forward. As we approach the AI-driven evolution from 5G to […]

Advances in quantum computing, coupled with the rise of “harvest now, decrypt later” strategies among cybercriminals, are heightening the urgency to safeguard data and networks. This has been underscored by several recent high-profile breaches, including in October 2025, when it was revealed that “vast amounts” of classified UK government data had been taken in a […]

Test and measurement for critical infrastructure is entering a new phase. In 2026, changes that have been emerging in the background are very much set to shift to become front of mind. These changes relate to security, AI, photonics, and sensing. While all could be said to be related but evolving independently, they are now […]

VIAVI has always been present at major inflection points across technology – and 2025 was no different. As we continued to engage with and support the telecommunications industry around the globe, we also reinforced our leadership in the data center ecosystem, aerospace, defense, and security sectors. In this blog, we review some of the breakthroughs from […]

At the NVIDIA GTC conference, VIAVI announced it is expanding its TeraVM AI RAN Scenario Generator (AI RSG) product by integrating it with the NVIDIA Aerial Omniverse Digital Twin (AODT). The integration enables realistic and detailed radio access network (RAN) simulations, supporting network equipment manufacturers to leverage network data and AI/ML to optimize network operations. […]

Mobile World Congress (MWC) Barcelona is almost here again. Last year saw several major announcements on the evolution to 6G, including a notable joint shared-principles statement from 10 countries announcing their intention to “support open, free, global, interoperable, reliable, resilient, and secure connectivity.” As a trusted partner in network test, automation, and optimization for over […]

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% […]

The increasing complexity of networks – driven by constant software updates, the integration of AI and machine learning (ML), the rise of edge computing, and virtualised architecture – is placing relentless pressure on network operators. To navigate this complex environment effectively, operators are turning to digital twin technologies. These digital replicas of a physical network, […]

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