The Network Edge – July 11, 2024

July 11, 2024

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Analysts look for silver lining around U.S. cell tower cloud

Light Reading – Cell tower owners ranging from SBA Communications to DigitalBridge have struggled under a network operator spending slowdown. But not everything is doom and gloom, according to some analysts. Read More

Cell site outages caused by Beryl are shrinking

Inside Towers – Out of a total of 4,656 cell sites in heavily impacted counties, 913 were out of service as of Wednesday morning, or 19.6 percent, mostly due to power issues. Read More

What happens to states’ leftover broadband funding?

Government Technology – The list of potential uses for any leftover BEAD funding includes digital equity, and one state has a plan that would direct the money toward the work for years to come. Read More

Building the fiber workforce with Deb Bennett, Deborah Kish and Cesar Ruiz

RCR Wireless News – WIA’s Deb Bennett joins Cesar Ruiz of Learning Alliance Corporation and Deborah Kish of the Fiber Broadband Association to explore innovative strategies and initiatives for developing the broadband workforce. Read More

Diamond roughs out cell tower plan for Southampton

Inside Towers – As a vacation destination, both the aesthetics of a cell tower and the need for reliable digital service to accommodate the summer crowds persuaded the town to accept the bid offered by Diamond Communications. Read More

Council paves a path for placement of communication towers in Ohio city

Columbus Messenger – Grove City residents and business owners have noticed a communication connection issue and officials are taking steps to address the problem. Read More

T-Mobile’s 5G network unlocks new fan experiences at MLB All-Star Week

T-Mobile – The Un-carrier is innovating during baseball’s biggest week with 5G firsts — including seamless stadium entry and connecting fans that are visually impaired to the action. Read More

ICYMI


•	WIA announces election of four new foundation board members
•	Satellites Are Taking Off, But Cell Towers Are Sticking Around
•	Kelly Lazuka and Daniel Agresta join WIA board of directors
•	WIA partners with HBCUs to connect minority communities with careers in broadband

Innovation & Technology Council


•	If monetizing 5G networks is a marathon, we are in mile two
•	The 5G killer App: More connections
•	Software innovation could shift cost, time for in-building wireless deployments
•	5G use cases to drive network densification
•	Public-private partnerships maximize 5G value through whole-network approach
•	In-building mobile coverage now a critical utility

In-Building Forum


•	In-building connectivity is key to attracting employees back to offices

Upcoming Events


•	Connect (X) 2025, May 12-14, Chicago

State Wireless Association Events


•	Virginia Wireless Association Axe Throwing Event, July 18
•	California Wireless Association NorCal Summer Networking Event, July 30
•	Northwest Wireless Association Annual Golf Tournament, August 15

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