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Below you will find a selection of our latest blog posts that are designed to give you an insight into trending topics and general mobile technology concepts.
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Network Slicing and Private Wireless

Where private wireless networks based on 4G or 5G technology have seen significant investment and growth in recent years, we can’t exactly say the same about network slicing. The 5G network slicing concept is sound – build a logical 5G network ...
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20th February 2024
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Open RAN – Myth vs Reality

Open RAN can be a divisive topic at times, with staunch advocates extolling the virtues of an Open RAN solution, whilst a significant contingent of industry players either reserving judgement or simply planting their feet firmly in the “it won’t ...
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20th February 2024
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The Impact of NTN on Mobile Networks

The impact of 5G NTN (Non-Terrestrial Networks on mobile networks is significant and multifaceted, offering new dimensions of connectivity, coverage, and capabilities. 5G NTN encompasses the integration of satellite and aerial platforms, such as ...
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20th February 2024
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5G Vs. Wi-Fi as a Private Wireless Network Solution

Private 5G and Wi-Fi are two key technologies used for private wireless connectivity, each with distinct advantages and areas of application. 5G stands out for its ability to deliver high-speed, low-latency communication over larger distances, ...
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20th February 2024
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Cloud Technology and Future Mobile Networks

It is becoming increasingly clear that the future of mobile networks is intrinsically linked with cloud computing. This relationship is highlighted by the transition towards the cloud-native approach of 5G. The core of this integration lies in the ...
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20th February 2024
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The Impact of 5G ROI on Future-G Investment 

The rollout of 5G has been more of a slow burn than a big bang and it may be some time before we see its full potential. This slower pace can be attributed to a variety of global challenges, including the impacts of the pandemic, geopolitical ...
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20th February 2024
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The Role of 5G Within Industry 4.0

On the whole, the global manufacturing industry is seeing a fundamental change as it experiences the fourth industrial revolution or “Industry 4.0”. 5G is considered to be a potential key enabler, since many of the facets of Industry 4.0 such as ...
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20th February 2024
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5G New Security Challenges

The development and implementation of 5G has gone hand in hand with discussion surrounding the enhancement of security for mobile networks. This has seen security led collaboration between 3GPP, ETSI, and IEFT standards outlining a new ...
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20th February 2024
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How Close Are We to Industry 5.0? 

Industry 5.0 is gaining traction and evolving, although its implementation and widespread adoption vary by region, industry, and organizational readiness. Industry 5.0 is not a fixed point to reach but a continuous evolution that builds upon the ...
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20th February 2024
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What is a Neutral Host Network?

Mitigating the costs of RAN deployment In 5G, the capital cost of deploying the 5G NG-RAN is significant, particularly with higher frequency bands such as mmWave (Millimeter Wave), which will require significant investment in small cell deployments ...
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16th January 2024
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5G NTN (Non Terrestrial Networks)

As the CW’s International Conference (CWIC) draws closer it is interesting to see the great line up of topics; it is truly “From the Moon to the Deep Blue Sea”. As such, I thought I’d provide a little background for NTN, particularly in the context ...
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29th November 2023
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Navigating Cellular – The Evolution of Vulnerabilities from 3G to 5G

In the ever-evolving landscape of telecommunications, the transition from 3G to 5G has not only promised faster speeds, high reliability, and lower latency. It has also introduced new layers of complexity and, consequently, vulnerabilities. As we ...
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27th October 2023
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