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Your Wireless Connection
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WIA – By Iain Gillott, VP of Technology and Innovation – Even better than Stella getting her groove back, the FCC got its spectrum auction authority back thanks to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). And with it, an obligation to auction at least 800 MHz of spectrum within eight years, with a minimum of 100 MHz (but likely more) of Upper C-band spectrum auctioned by July 4, 2027. Congress provided the blueprint – now it’s up to us (government and industry working together) to get the job done. Read More
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WIA Innovation & Technology Council – By Tony Sabatino, CTO, Diamond Communications – As mobile technology continues to advance at a staggering pace, the foundation of our wireless networks — the cell site — is evolving to meet unprecedented demands for speed, capacity, and reliability. Read More
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WIA – At a recent Wireless Infrastructure Association (WIA) panel in Washington, D.C., industry leaders, policymakers, and strategists explored what it will take for the U.S. to maintain its edge in the global AI race. The message was clear: to lead in AI, America must invest in its wireless infrastructure now. Read More
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WIA – As the nation recognizes the contributions and sacrifices of all veterans throughout history and today, WIA salutes all of the veterans working hard to keep our communities connected and is proud to support them. We asked veterans working at our member companies to reflect upon their service and what they learned during their time in the military. Read More
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RCR Wireless News – In its new report, Top 10 Telecoms & Connectivity Trends 2026, Juniper Research identifies the technologies and business models that will define the next phase of digital connectivity, from AI-driven customer interactions and converged MVNO-eSIM platforms to terahertz spectrum breakthroughs and multi-orbit satellite networks. Read More
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Broadband Breakfast – Retirements since the start of the Trump administration could impact permit reviews, said Jill Springer, the top permitting official at NTIA. The agency has been working to streamline the federal permitting process for participants in its $42.45 billion BEAD program. Read More
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Array – Array Digital Infrastructure and Telephone and Data Systems announced Anthony Carlson will become the President and CEO of Array and join the Array board of directors. He will be responsible for overseeing operations and strategic initiatives related to the portfolio of 4,400 owned towers. Read More
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Data Center Dynamics – American Tower is planning to develop an Edge data center in Indianapolis next to one of its cell towers in the north of the city. The company aims to develop a 20,000 sq ft single-story building on seven acres of the 53-acre property. The facility would not require any additional electrical infrastructure. Read More
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Broadband Breakfast – Adam Cassady, principal deputy assistant secretary of NTIA, said the agency plans to showcase emerging 6G technologies during the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles, an initiative dubbed Mission LA 2028 that will serve as a live demonstration of AI-powered networking and advanced connectivity applications. Read More
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ICYMI
Innovation & Technology Council
In-Building Forum
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Upcoming Events
State Wireless Association Events
| | | • | New Jersey Wireless Association Holiday Social & 20th Anniversary Celebration, November 19, Atlantic City, New Jersey | | • | Arizona Wireless Association Holiday Party, December 4, Phoenix, Arizona | | • | New York State Wireless Association Holiday Event, December 4, New York City | | • | Carolinas Wireless Association Holiday Social, December 11, Raleigh, North Carolina | | • | Northwest Wireless Association Holiday Social, December 11, Seattle, Washington | | |
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