The Network Edge – July 25, 2024

July 25, 2024

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5G is increasing customers’ perception of network reliability

RCR Wireless News – Wireless customers in the U.S. are seeing improved customer experience due to 5G midband deployments, and thus are reporting that they are more satisfied overall and perceive mobile networks as more reliable, according to a new survey by J.D. Power. Read More

T-Mobile purchase of Metronet continues diversification into fiber

Inside Towers – T-Mobile will acquire Metronet through a joint venture that it established with global investment firm KKR. The deal vastly expands T-Mobile’s broadband portfolio. Read More

American Tower’s bet on the edge takes center stage in Raleigh

Capacity Media – Last month, American Tower broke ground at the site of its new edge data center in Raleigh, North Carolina, a significant milestone following six years of hard work. Read More

AT&T: Continued consistency, with FWA adding to the mix

RCR Wireless News – AT&T reported wireless postpaid phone net additions of 419,000, with mobility service revenues up 3.4% year-over-year to $16.3 billion for the second quarter. Read More

Verizon remains on track to achieve 2024 guidance

Verizon – Verizon reported strong wireless service revenue, broadband subscriber growth, and continued momentum in its three financial priorities during the second quarter. Read More

Comcast reports a mixed quarter with growth in wireless

RCR Wireless News – Comcast added 322,000 wireless subscribers during the second quarter of 2024, with its wireless customer lines up 20% compared to the same time last year and reaching a wireless customer base of 7.2 million. Read More

Getting Connected: How wide is the Digital Divide?

Government Technology – Buoyed by unprecedented federal funding as well as a widely accepted understanding that Internet is a fundamental part of modern life, states and cities confront the remaining obstacles to getting everyone online. Read More

ICYMI


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

Innovation & Technology Council


•	New spectrum is the lifeblood of the mobile industry
•	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


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

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