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 […]
Open RAN has been actively in development since 2018. The O-RAN ALLIANCE today includes 32 operator members and 278 vendor and academic contributors. In 2023, Open RAN was the subject of much debate about its viability, but two major developments in the second half of the year put concerns to rest. First, the O-RAN ALLIANCE […]
As the telecommunications industry prepares to converge Radio Access Networks (RAN) and Core networks, the need for rigorous testing in a lab environment has never been more critical. This convergence aims to position processing functions and resources closer to the user, diminishing latency and network traffic load while simultaneously boosting quality of experience. With so […]
In 2023, VIAVI Solutions proudly celebrated our 100-year journey as a global leader in communications test and measurement, and optical technologies. As we embark on our 101st year and beyond, here is a window into the trends we are following in our target markets. Scale: 5G In 2023, The State of 5G from VIAVI observed a […]
New risks are on the rise for telecom networks, Having the right security solution in place as early in the development phase as possible is required. The proactive security strategies should include a focus on the role of DevSecOps, Zero Trust, and AI/ML to address the fast-approaching challenges of the near future. Telco networks are […]
Secure Access Secure Edge (SASE) and Zero Trust (ZT) represent a critical evolutionary step for ensuring holistic SD-WAN security in the post-Covid multi-cloud environment – ‘Secure SD-WAN.’ Learn why a comprehensive test and validation strategy is essential to ensure Secure SD-WAN’s promise of being the ‘on-ramp of choice to the cloud’ for a growing number […]
3GPP Release 18, what is it? 3GPP Release 18 is the 4th release of 5G and recognized as the first release of 5G Advanced. Overall, it marks the mid-point of 5G standardization. Significant Updates from Release 17 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks Work was carried out in Release 17 to define the first standardized solutions for 5G […]
Reducing TCO and optimizing energy use in next generation RAN demands a superior level of network intelligence. Operators are increasingly concerned about rising energy costs. Additionally, they need to lower total cost of ownership (TCO) and ensure a positive return on investment (ROI) for their network upgrades amid growing competition and stagnant subscriber growth. 5G […]
When innovation can’t slow down but safety is on the line, how do automotive manufacturers, device suppliers, and mobile network operators ensure these complex systems work as expected? Or conform to standards? This blog reveals how they can assure application performance and accelerate time-to-market. Use cases for V2X (vehicle-to-everything) communications are emerging as key differentiators […]
