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Edge Computing is the Foundation for Scaled Smart Cities. How Can the Industry Accelerate Adoption?

As cities globally accelerate their transformation into “smart cities,” the integration of a capable computing ecosystem to complement smart city initiatives has become an important part of smart city success. How critical will edge computing be in that ecosystem, and in the facilitation of today’s and tomorrow’s smart city projects, especially with where smart…

Connected Living 2030: The Technology that Will Power the Future of Smart Cities

How is technology transforming to meet the future of smart cities head-on? Helsinki, Riyadh, and Shanghai offer a glimpse into this evolution, each adopting unique strategies powered by cutting-edge technology. Helsinki’s smart city blueprint intertwines technological innovation with societal and environmental objectives, creating a hub for collaborative innovation. Riyadh’s ambitious project, a partnership between…

Spatial Computing and Wi-Fi Sensing Signal Major Advancements in Connected Living by 2030

Spatial computing, Wi-FI, and other technology advancements are bringing the promise of connected living to new and exciting possibilities. Smart cities are becoming a reality in urban development, driven by technologies like 5G, AI, IoT, and blockchain. These advancements promise to transform urban living into greener, more efficient, and inclusive spaces, addressing challenges like…

Ericsson and the Convergence of 5G and Automation in Manufacturing

The Convergence of 5G and Automation in Manufacturing: A New Industrial Revolution The manufacturing industry stands at an inflection point. Advances in 5G technology and automation are coming together to transform the way products are made, and the role that humans and machines play in this process. Per Treven, Director of Business Development at Ericsson,…

The Evolution of the Cellular Network

The cellular network evolution is miles ahead of its early 2G and 3G days. One of the industry leaders of that evolution is Digi International. Harald Remmert, CTO for Cellular Solutions at Digi International spoke with Infinite IoT’s Mat Ackley and provided insights into that journey, today’s technical advancements, and the future of cellular networks….

Does 5G Really Need Fiber to Thrive?

Key Points: Fiber is more reliable and can carry the signal over longer distances compared to other technologies. Fiber enables symmetrical download speeds and upload speeds and has unlimited information carrying capacity. If the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act is passed by Congress, the broadband industry will receive a $65 billion investment. Commentary: There…

Can the U.S. Templatize Funding for Smart Cities?

Cities are migrating from analog to digital, and according to Forbes.com, a Smart City “involves varied technology to integrate transportation, health, energy, water resources, waste collections, smart-building technologies, and security technologies and services.” We asked Tim Sylvester, founder & CTO of Integrated Roadways, where are most US cities facing the same funding and rollout…

5G Adoption Remains Steady, Powers Through the Pandemic

5G dominates tech headlines and promises to have a big impact on our culture but what is the status of creating the 5G infrastructure? We caught up with the CEO of Capstone Partners, Allen Proithis, on the concerns that need to be addressed before 5G is widely adopted. Follow us on social media for the…

How Augmented Reality May Be the Future of Live Events

The way we communicate, share data and use technology to act on those insights is changing – and it’s all leading to the cloud. On In the Cloud, every week new experts will engage in a fire side chat and will bring their extensive experience in software, IT and mobile solutions straight to you, offering a…

T-Mobile CEO Claims to be “Two Years Ahead of Competitors” in 5G Race

US cell networks are currently in a race to lay claim to the 5G spectrum and drive value for their customers. T-Mobile US President and CEO Mike Sievert claims to be in the lead of the 5G race, and feels confident about the future of the carrier. Watch below to see Sievert discuss the wireless…

How Will 5G Support Growing Needs in Telehealth and Emergency Services?

The way we communicate, share data and use technology to act on those insights is changing – and it’s all leading to the cloud. On In the Cloud, every week new experts will engage in a fire side chat and will bring their extensive experience in software, IT and mobile solutions straight to you, offering a…

Exploring the Expansion of 5G Networks into Space

For defense contractor Lockheed Martin, space represents valuable terrain, a frontier with infinite possibilities. Recently, the defense contractor announced a partnership with satellite start-up Omnispace. Their mission: To develop a network of 5G infrastructure in space. This groundbreaking operation poses multiple questions. What drivers are behind the partners’ decision to make space the place for…

How to Get Networks and Autonomous Transportation on the Same Playing Field

The way we communicate, share data and use technology to act on those insights is changing – and it’s all leading to the cloud. On In the Cloud, every week new experts will engage in a fire side chat and will bring their extensive experience in software, IT and mobile solutions straight to you, offering a…

Nokia Announces 5 Year Deal with AT&T for 5G Services

In a deal that will see customers benefit from additional 5G capacity towards the end of 2021, Nokia has announced it has signed a five-year deal with AT&T to expand the mobile operator’s C-Band network in parts of the US. Extending 5G in C-Band spectrum with Nokia will allow AT&T to provide 5G services to…

T-Mobile Bets on New Remote Work Standard

Remote work has become the norm over the past year, but reopening is on the horizon. With workers flocking back to offices sooner rather than later, will remote work stick around, or was it mostly a passing trend? On this MarketScale Industry Update, host Hilary Kennedy tackled that loaded question.   A recent study by…

How IoT is Transforming the Security Industry and Making Everyone Safer

There are few experiences more alarming than being a victim of theft or burglary. Whether it’s your home, your car or your business, the violation of your valuables leaves behind an anxious feeling that is hard to shake. For this reason, investing in security is a top priority for many Americans. But how effective…

Enterprise Asset Intelligence: IoT, Data, and What It Can Do for Business

“Data” is the word on the tip of everyone’s tongue. Arguably more valuable than oil, data has the prodigious power to change business, manufacturing and shipping in incredible ways. No one knows this more than Jim Lester, CEO of ThingTech. Lester joined MarketScale to discuss the state of the Internet of Things (IoT) and…

The Ripple Effect of 5G, 10G, and 802.11AX

By 2020, forecasts suggest that, around the globe, there will be around 6.58 network connected devices per person. With over 7.5 billion people on the planet, this means that there could be nearly 50 billion network connected devices by 2020. As such, a hot topic dominating conversations as we propel into the new year…

Cable-Tec 2019: How the Industry is Preparing for Change

The broadband and telecommunications industry is changing rapidly and burgeoning with innovation. The roll out of technology like 5G and 10G connectivity will reshape how people conduct business and connect with people all over the world. What are businesses in the industry doing to prepare for changing consumer demands? Daniel Litwin, the Voice of B2B,…

Looking at the Future of 5G at Cable-Tec Expo 2019

Cable-Tec Expo 2019 is in full swing and conversations surrounding the future of 5G and cable are consuming the show. Daniel Litwin, the Voice of B2B is sitting down with industry insiders to analyze what the future of telecommunications and broadband holds for businesses and communities. Tom Williams, Vice President of Engineering and Technology for…

MarketScale Mornings: What Industry Insiders are Saying About the Launch of 5G

While consumers are anticipating the widescale release of 5G connectivity, the professionals making it happen are focused on much more. Don Doty, a business development manager for FDH Infrastructure Services, and Jerry Folk, the Director of Broadcast Operations for FDH, both work with telecommunications technology every day. The implementation of 5G may change the…

What Will 5G Mean for Shoppers?

Over the next year 5G will roll out to most major cities around the world. Faster internet speeds and a decline in latency will lead to quicker and more seamless payments. According to PPRO research, 45% of global e-commerce purchases are made on a mobile device. Faster speeds and a wider net of coverage…

What 5G Means for Businesses from the Financial District to the Farmland

There has been plenty of buzz around the possibilities that 5G will bring to society. Steadily, new markets around the United States have tested the next generation of cellular network technology, but there is far more to come than faster cell phone service. PC Mag Lead Analyst Sascha Segan has traveled the country testing…

The Crossover of Broadband and Content at ANGA COM 2019

ANGA COM 2019 brought together more than 20,000 people to Cologne, Germany this month. One of the biggest telecom and content shows in the world every year, a heavy focus in 2019 was put on the 5G future, new content consumption platforms and the personalization of TV. Promptlink Communications was in attendance at the event…

Connectivity Will Change Sporting Events Forever

Could smart stadiums be in our future? With the increased availability of WiFi and the inevitable arrival of 5G, the future of sporting events could look a lot different. Marybeth Hall of Brown Pelican WiFi joins the podcast again this week to tell us what it was like to provide WiFi for a race…

MarketScale Industrial IoT 02/15/19: Connecting Daytona

When a sporting event is taking place, very few people stop to consider everything going on behind the scenes to allow the event to go off without a hitch. On today’s episode of the Industrial IoT Podcast, we talk to a company that is responsible for providing wifi for some of the largest events…