Ericsson has announced the opening of its Global Utilities Innovation Center at its facility in Plano, Texas. The new fully functional facility consists of a purpose-built operating lab and demo environment locations that will allow utilities to engage with Ericsson and its partners to solve real-world connectivity challenges.

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CommScope enhances FTTP deployments with new solution
CommScope announced a new cloud-to-edge suite of next-generation XGS-PON solutions built to facilitate the rapid global growth in FTTP deployments.
Nokia Unveils New Private Wireless Solutions
Nokia introduced its new Digital Automation Cloud (DAC) Wi-Fi solution and MX Boost for private wireless that leverage the importance of wireless networks in connecting industrial assets for organizations implementing Industry 4.0 use cases and the growing adoption of private 4.9G/LTE and 5G.
Nokia Q1 2022: Strong profitable start to the year
Q1 was a strong start for the year for Nokia, both in terms of net sales and profitability. As per comparable results, Q1 2022 net sales increased by 5% YoY to EUR 5.3 billion while profit for the period jumped by 11% YoY to EUR 416 million.
Ericsson’s New Group Structure Takes Effect From June 2022
Ericsson’s strategy is to be a leader in mobile infrastructure and to establish an enterprise business. To execute on its strategy and growth ambitions while continuing to invest in R&D to maintain its technology leadership, Ericsson announced changes to its group structure and executive team.
Huawei-powered innovation center launches in KSA
In collaboration with Huawei Tech Investment Saudi Arabia, the ministry of communications and information technology (MCIT) inaugurated the national center for emerging network technologies.
Nokia’s New SaaS Offerings Represent Significant Change for Telcos
Nokia announced two new software-as-service (SaaS) offerings which help communication service providers (CSPs) and enterprises strengthen their energy efficiency efforts and optimize the management of home devices. This is the latest push by Nokia to provide its customers with faster time-to-value in operating their telecom networks and delivering new services.
Ooredoo Qatar, Ericsson ready to unleash full 5G experience
Ooredoo Qatar and Ericsson extend their partnership to deploy 4+0 carrier aggregation microwave hops as Qatar gears up to host the world’s most anticipated football tournament in Q4 2022. This first live deployment globally of Ericsson’s high-capacity, 4+0 MINI-LINK carrier aggregation will improve the 5G user experience across the country.
CommScope publishes Q1 financial results
CommScope Holding Company, Inc., a global leader in network connectivity solutions, reported results for the quarter ended March 31, 2022.
CommScope fast tracks rollout of 5G coverage
CommScope has introduced Mosaic, a new active-passive antenna platform that assists operators with simplifying and accelerating 5G-related tower deployments.