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Small Cell Forum guide maps stadium connectivity models
Unified Communications

Small Cell Forum guide maps stadium connectivity models

Hybrid wireless systems are emerging as the answer for packed sports venues that need reliable mobile service for fans, staff and operations.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 1st Apr 2026
CloudRAN.AI, Firecell expand hardware for private 5G
Robotics

CloudRAN.AI, Firecell expand hardware for private 5G

CloudRAN.AI and Firecell team up to broaden private 5G radio options, aiming to cut costs and speed deployments for mid-sized sites.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Fri, 27th Feb 2026
Wilson unveils 4330i SDR BDA with boosted power for indoor use
Wireless Networks

Wilson unveils 4330i SDR BDA with boosted power for indoor use

Wilson Connectivity launches the 4330i SDR BDA, boosting indoor wireless power sixfold and coverage up to three times for flexible industrial and consumer use.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025
CommScope to sell OWN & DAS units to Amphenol for USD $2.1bn
Wireless Networks

CommScope to sell OWN & DAS units to Amphenol for USD $2.1bn

CommScope will sell its Outdoor Wireless Networks and Distributed Antenna Systems units to Amphenol for USD $2.1 billion, aiming to streamline operations by 2025.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 24th Jul 2024
CommScope revolutionises 5G with major Open RAN advancements
Unified Communications

CommScope revolutionises 5G with major Open RAN advancements

With its latest advancements in Open RAN technology, CommScope helps pave the way for open, sustainable and unified 5G indoor networks, extending benefits of optimised outdoor networks indoors.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd Feb 2024
PMT Communications welcomes industry veterans as part of expansion
Unified Communications

PMT Communications welcomes industry veterans as part of expansion

PMT Communications, a subsidiary of PMT Security, enlists seasoned industrial veterans for its key executive roles, signalling its strategy towards comprehensive expansion.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 6th Feb 2024
Why DAS is essential to better in-building mobile coverage
Unified Communications

Why DAS is essential to better in-building mobile coverage

Fortunately, extensive indoor mobile coverage is possible in any building with a well-designed DAS (Distributed Antenna System).

By Adrian Ha • 5 min read • Wed, 29th Nov 2023
Federated Wireless partners VMware to deliver private networks
Unified Communications

Federated Wireless partners VMware to deliver private networks

The managed connectivity service accelerates edge digital transformation and will become initially available in the current quarter (FY23 Q3).

By Gaurav Sharma • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Aug 2023
Fibre to the x, market to be US$17.3 billion by 2033: FMI
Gaming

Fibre to the x, market to be US$17.3 billion by 2033: FMI

The global fibre to the x (FTTx) market revenue is anticipated to reach US$17.3 billion by 2033, up from US$10.2 billion in 2023.

By Gaurav Sharma • 4 min read • Fri, 19th May 2023

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Wilson brings shipboard mobile coverage to Mercy Ships
Unified Communications

Wilson brings shipboard mobile coverage to Mercy Ships

The hospital ship will gain reliable cellular service for crew and volunteers, easing care coordination and family contact across African ports.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Fri, 17th Apr 2026
PMT wins Nextivity Elite Partner status in Australia
Digital Transformation

PMT wins Nextivity Elite Partner status in Australia

The recognition should help Australian businesses bolster indoor mobile coverage as PMT takes on more nationwide projects across retail, logistics and offices.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Tue, 31st Mar 2026
Wilson Connectivity wins Canada certification for DAS
Health Technologies

Wilson Connectivity wins Canada certification for DAS

Wilson Connectivity secures ISED approval for its Zinwave 8000 DAS and full BDA range, unlocking immediate indoor deployments in Canada.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Sat, 21st Mar 2026
PMT grows DAS footprint to boost critical connectivity
Unified Communications

PMT grows DAS footprint to boost critical connectivity

PMT Communications expands DAS projects across Australian states to strengthen in-building mobile coverage for critical services.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Tue, 24th Feb 2026
Small Cell Forum maps 2026 push for scalable 5G growth
Unified Communications

Small Cell Forum maps 2026 push for scalable 5G growth

Small Cell Forum targets 2026 to standardise small cell frameworks, boost neutral host models and clear barriers to scalable 5G growth.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Fri, 16th Jan 2026
Panduit FMPS brings safer, high-power smart building solutions
Unified Communications

Panduit FMPS brings safer, high-power smart building solutions

Panduit launches its Fault Managed Power System in EMEA, offering safer, high-power smart building solutions with up to 4.8 kW and 97%+ efficiency.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Nov 2025
Wilson Connectivity unveils hybrid DAS & opens Utah facility
Unified Communications

Wilson Connectivity unveils hybrid DAS & opens Utah facility

Wilson Connectivity launches a Hybrid Distributed Antenna System to speed deployments and opens a new Utah facility boosting private 5G and DAS production.

By Kaleah Salmon • 5 min read • Mon, 1st Sep 2025
An opportunity for unforgettable fan experiences in Australia
Wireless Networks

An opportunity for unforgettable fan experiences in Australia

Emerging digital technologies and connectivity hold potential to revolutionise fan experiences and generate new revenue streams for venue owners in Australia.

By Nick Gurney • 5 min read • Tue, 19th Mar 2024