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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.

Understanding the Three Pillars of AI-RAN

Introduction Mobile networks are entering a new phase in which AI is becoming a core part of how the Radio Access Network is used, extended, and evolved. This broader shift is captured by AI-RAN, which looks beyond optimisation alone to reimagine ...
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15th December 2025

Enhancements to 5G Data Transfer – Part 2

In Part 1 of this post, we looked at how enhancements within the 5G Core and RAN, including L4S, user plane redundancy, multi-access PDU sessions and network slicing , are transforming the way data is managed inside the network. These developments ...
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3rd November 2025

Enhancements to 5G Data Transfer – Part 1

As 5G continues to mature and the first wave of 5G Advanced deployments emerge, the focus of innovation is shifting from raw speed and headline latency figures to how the network behaves under real-world conditions. The next generation of ...
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20th October 2025

The Role of Network APIs in Enabling Next-Gen Connectivity

As 5G networks continue to be deployed globally, there is a focus on innovation, monetisation, and supporting a range of market verticals, including automotive, broadcasting, government, healthcare, and industrial. How is 5G supporting the ...
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6th October 2025

5G Data Privacy: Risks, Laws, & Security Challenges Explained

As Standalone 5G networks continue their global rollout (albeit at a relatively slow pace), the conversation that fuelled the rollout of NSA 5G has shifted away from sheer speed and connectivity and headed towards other areas of critical concern, ...
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25th July 2025
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AI+

2024 emerged as a breakout year for AI. Further improvements to LLMs allowed for multi-modal content generation, and the increased efficiency and reduced cost of foundational models allowed for an increasing number of AI use cases. We saw ...
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27th January 2025
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How 5G Supports Lawful Interception

The idea of a government being able to intercept its citizens’ communications is that of an Orwellian novel. In reality, to a degree, communication interception is a possibility. In contrast to 1984, for government bodies to intercept data, there is ...
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16th October 2024
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The Evolution of Connectivity – Exploring 5G DAS

As the world becomes increasingly interconnected, the demand for faster and more reliable communication networks is ever-growing. Enter 5G, the fifth generation of wireless technology, promising unprecedented speeds, reduced latency, and better ...
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6th August 2024
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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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