High-risk vendors could mean high-cost fines
If passed, the proposed legislation would levy hefty fines on telcos if they cannot satisfy security standards throughout their networks. To read the full RCR Wireless News article, click here.
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Wi-Fi wins with 5.9GHz reallocation
Formerly reserved for DSRC, the FCC votes to split the 5.9GHz band to improve wi-fi access for remote schooling and virtual work, allocating a smaller portion to transportation for Cellular V2X. To read the full c|net article, click here.
Bouygues and Big Blue collaborate on Open 5G Lab
Combining telco expertise with edge, IoT and hybrid cloud know-how, Bouygues and IBM offer a “co-innovation approach” for customers as they collaborate on 5G use cases. To read the full Total Telecom article, click here.
As 5G continues to roll-out worldwide, thoughts turn to what’s next
I don’t recall who first said standing still is the fastest way of moving backwards, but the University of Surrey is already looking ahead to the next next-gen as they open their 6G Innovation Center. To read the full TechRadar article, click here.
Congratulations to the 20 young companies named to the Facebook Accelerator Connectivity Program
Embarking on 12 weeks of industry-oriented training and workshops, expert advice, and potential strategic partners and investors, these 20 companies will be introduced to the Telecom Council community in February. To read the full Facebook announcement, click here.