National Telecommunications and Information Administration

AI and ML Implementation Offering New Opportunities in the Evolving System Integration Services Landscape

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023

Companies are gradually shifting away from on-premises solutions towards cloud-based system integration services that provide mobile accessibility and other intuitive services.

Key Points: 
  • Companies are gradually shifting away from on-premises solutions towards cloud-based system integration services that provide mobile accessibility and other intuitive services.
  • End users often seek consulting services for their IT infrastructure needs, particularly in system integration.
  • System integration consulting services play a crucial role in helping organizations overcome the complexities and challenges associated with integrating diverse IT systems.
  • These economies are witnessing rapid growth in the number of businesses, leading to increased demand for system integration services.

Joint Statement by CAGW President Tom Schatz and ITPC Executive Director Deborah Collier on the Latest Net Neutrality Proposal

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Thursday, October 19, 2023

The issue of net neutrality was resolved in December 2017, when the Restoring Internet Freedom Order was adopted at the FCC overturning the 2015 Open Internet Order (OIO).

Key Points: 
  • The issue of net neutrality was resolved in December 2017, when the Restoring Internet Freedom Order was adopted at the FCC overturning the 2015 Open Internet Order (OIO).
  • The OIO led to reduced private sector investment and innovation and slowed down broadband deployment.
  • Warnings that it would be the end of the internet as everyone knew it if net neutrality was repealed proved to be false.
  • Rather than calling it the Open Internet Protection order, it should be called the Close the Internet Order.

NewEdge Wins Mobility Prize at the ITS / NTIA 2023 5G Challenge

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023

AYER, Mass., Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- (BUSINESS WIRE) – NewEdge Signal Solutions, a global leader of Open RAN compliant 5G Radio Units, working together with Analog Devices (ADI), has been awarded the Mobility Winner Prize in the 2023 5G Challenge.

Key Points: 
  • AYER, Mass., Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- (BUSINESS WIRE) – NewEdge Signal Solutions, a global leader of Open RAN compliant 5G Radio Units, working together with Analog Devices (ADI), has been awarded the Mobility Winner Prize in the 2023 5G Challenge.
  • The 2023 5G Challenge included 3 rounds of testing, each with an extensive list of protocols and metrics that needed to be met.
  • "This year's 5G Challenge winners, through their groundbreaking interoperability and mobility demonstrations, have provided a glimpse of that future.
  • "We are very excited about NewEdge's success at the NTIA 2023 5G Challenge," said Joe Barry, Vice President, Cloud & Communications at Analog Devices.

The Avery Companies to Offer Financing and Letters of Credit to Rural Broadband Providers Receiving Federal and State Subsidies

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023

BIRMINGHAM, Mich., Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Avery Companies, a privately held investment holding company, have announced a new initiative aimed at supporting broadband providers that operate in rural and underserved areas.

Key Points: 
  • BIRMINGHAM, Mich., Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Avery Companies, a privately held investment holding company, have announced a new initiative aimed at supporting broadband providers that operate in rural and underserved areas.
  • Recognizing the importance of equal access to digital services and high-speed internet, The Avery Companies are committed to empowering providers with the necessary financial resources to expand and enhance broadband services in these regions.
  • Through this initiative, we aim to bridge the digital divide by supporting broadband providers in reaching more remote and underserved communities," said Benjamin A. Friedman, Managing Partner of The Avery Companies.
  • The Avery Companies will provide tailored financing solutions and letters of credit designed to meet the unique needs and challenges faced by rural broadband providers that receive federal or state subsidies.

DHCD Announces Submission of Broadband Plans to Reach Universal Access for Virginians

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023

RICHMOND, Va., Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development announced today the submission of the Initial Proposal Volume 2 to the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), which includes the adoption of public comment. The submission of the plans and initial proposals are the final step for Virginia to access its $1.48 billion federal allocation to deploy high-speed internet networks to areas without broadband.

Key Points: 
  • The submission of the plans and initial proposals are the final step for Virginia to access its $1.48 billion federal allocation to deploy high-speed internet networks to areas without broadband.
  • "In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, high-speed broadband access is not a luxury.
  • Once funding for universal broadband access is delivered, DHCD will focus on leveraging these investments through promoting affordability and improving adoption of this critical service.
  • "Broadband is indispensable in today's digital world," said Dr. Tamarah Holmes, Director of Broadband for DHCD.

Mavenir Awarded Two Wins at the NTIA 2023 5G Challenge

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023

Mavenir, the Network Software Provider building the future of networks with cloud-native solutions that run on any cloud, won two prizes at the 2023 5G Challenge; a competition organized by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), in collaboration with the US Department of Defense (DoD).

Key Points: 
  • Mavenir, the Network Software Provider building the future of networks with cloud-native solutions that run on any cloud, won two prizes at the 2023 5G Challenge; a competition organized by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), in collaboration with the US Department of Defense (DoD).
  • The closing ceremony, held in CableLabs/Krio facilities, Boulder, Colorado on 21st September, confirmed Mavenir as the winner of two prizes: Mobility and Handover testing, and Wraparound testing for the Open RAN central unit (CU) and distributed unit (DU) - bringing Mavenir’s total awarded prize money to $850,000.
  • The 2023 5G Challenge focused on interoperability testing, testing open interfaces between the Open RAN-specified subsystems, multi-vendor interoperability across Radio Units (RU), combined Centralized Units and Distributed Units (CU+DU), as well as end-to-end integration and testing handovers between different vendors.
  • This award underscores Mavenir's commitment to pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the realm of cloud-native, open and interoperable multi-vendor networks of the future."

Radisys Wins the Mobility Prize in Stage Four of the ITS/NTIA 2023 5G Challenge

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Monday, September 25, 2023

Building on its award-winning performance in 2022, Radisys received the Mobility Prize for demonstrating the successful integration of its combined Central Unit (CU) and Distributed Unit (DU) along with partner Lions’ Radio Unit (RU) during the final element of the 2023 5G Challenge.

Key Points: 
  • Building on its award-winning performance in 2022, Radisys received the Mobility Prize for demonstrating the successful integration of its combined Central Unit (CU) and Distributed Unit (DU) along with partner Lions’ Radio Unit (RU) during the final element of the 2023 5G Challenge.
  • Radisys was also selected as a winner in the Wrap-Around Emulation category and was selected as the second place winner for the Multi-Vendor End-to-End Integration prize.
  • Winning Stage Four of the 5G Challenge for a second consecutive year reaffirms Radisys’ leadership and ongoing commitment to making open telecom solutions a reality.
  • Radisys was awarded the 2022 5G Challenge “Best Software Bills of Material” prize and was also the only DU vendor selected to advance through all the stages and win the Network Integration prize.

Calix Continues 24-Year Leadership in US Rural Broadband by Expanding Strategy To Include American Manufacturing, Ensuring Full Participation in the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program

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Friday, September 22, 2023

Calix was joined by government leaders United States Assistant Secretary of Commerce Alan Davidson and Michigan Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist.

Key Points: 
  • Calix was joined by government leaders United States Assistant Secretary of Commerce Alan Davidson and Michigan Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230922755256/en/
    Director of the Office of Minority Broadband Initiatives at NTIA, Dr. Jon Gant; Calix Chairman Carl Russo; Lt.
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    Calix was founded in the United States (US) 24 years ago with an exclusive focus on enabling rural broadband service providers (BSPs).
  • Once the NTIA issues final guidance on BABA, Calix will share additional details of its programs with industry associations and customers.

Calix To Continue 24-Year Leadership in US Rural Broadband, Affirming Commitment to BEAD ‘Build America, Buy America’

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Friday, September 22, 2023

Calix has longstanding partnerships with three manufacturing solutions providers: a five-year partnership with Jabil, an eight-year partnership with Gemtek, and a 10-year partnership with Hisense Broadband.

Key Points: 
  • Calix has longstanding partnerships with three manufacturing solutions providers: a five-year partnership with Jabil, an eight-year partnership with Gemtek, and a 10-year partnership with Hisense Broadband.
  • Other notable confirmed speakers include Jabil Executive Vice President of Operations Gerald “JJ” Creadon and Michigan Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist.
  • WHY: The ongoing collaboration with these manufacturers will create more than 100 American jobs, with additional jobs planned as Calix customers participate in the BEAD program over the next five to 10 years.
  • Calix will continue to partner with the NTIA, leading broadband associations, and state broadband offices to ensure that Calix products and solutions can be leveraged by customers across federal and state broadband programs such as BEAD.

Highline Celebrated the Completion of Construction in the Thumb

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Thursday, September 14, 2023

Highline, a leading provider of gigabit high-speed internet services, hosted a celebration event on Thursday, September 7, in Sandusky, MI, for the recent completion of construction to the obligated Rural Digital Opportunity Fund (RDOF) homes and businesses in Michigan’s Thumb region.

Key Points: 
  • Highline, a leading provider of gigabit high-speed internet services, hosted a celebration event on Thursday, September 7, in Sandusky, MI, for the recent completion of construction to the obligated Rural Digital Opportunity Fund (RDOF) homes and businesses in Michigan’s Thumb region.
  • “Highline’s state-of-the-art 823-mile fiber optic network was built with a combination of private investment backed by ITC Capital Partners and the FCC’s RDOF grant program.
  • The Rural Digital Opportunity Fund (RDOF) is a program established by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).
  • The RDOF aims to bring fixed broadband and voice services to millions of unserved households and businesses in rural America.