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April 23, 2025: Justin Marron, CEO of Strategic Venue Partners, discusses how his team brings hospital system infrastructure into the present and opens the door to innovation's future. What happens when hospital connectivity systems fail to meet the demands of modern healthcare technology? Justin illustrates how Strategic Venue Partners transforms healthcare for the ever-increasing data demands of AI and real-time patient care. This episode addresses everything from 5G implementation to CBRS private networks, positioning healthcare facilities for seamless clinical and operational workflows. Key Points: 05:05 Enabling Future Innovation 08:36 Healthcare Wireless Upgrades 14:25 Client Success Stories 20:43 Future Aspirations and Industry Impact X: This Week Health LinkedIn: This Week Health Donate: Alex's Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer

In this episode of the IoT For All Podcast, Maor Efrati, CTO and co-founder of Monogoto, joins Ryan Chacon to discuss software-defined connectivity. The conversation covers private 5G networks, satellite connectivity, the importance of APIs for seamless integration and automation, SIM, IoT security, and embracing cellular solutions for next-gen connectivity.Maor Efrati is the CTO and co-founder of Monogoto. With 25+ years of experience in cellular networks and internet platforms, Efrati has built an API-driven cellular infrastructure for enterprises, running IoT connectivity, private CBRS, and 5G use cases with an as-a-service approach. He has a deep technical knowledge of the entire cellular space including mobile and fixed operator networks, IT, billing architecture, and mobile application development.Monogoto is a self-service global software-defined connectivity cloud platform. Its API-driven Connectivity-as-a-Service enables secure IoT connectivity and Private 5G/LTE networks, with seamless interoperability between public and private and NTN Satellite infrastructure with optional value-added services ranging from AI-based anomaly detection to deep packet inspection and third party cloud integration.Discover more about IoT at https://www.iotforall.comFind IoT solutions: https://marketplace.iotforall.comMore about Monogoto: https://monogoto.ioConnect with Maor: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maor-e-923b0615a/(00:00) Intro(00:13) Maor Efrati and Monogoto(02:51) What is software-defined connectivity?(04:06) Real-world problems and use cases(07:39) SGP.32, private 5G, and NTN(12:45) Future of connectivity and bold predictions(16:03) Connectivity advice for enterprises and startups(17:38) Learn more and follow upSubscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/2NlcEwmJoin Our Newsletter: https://newsletter.iotforall.comFollow Us on Social: https://linktr.ee/iot4all

Send us a textExploring Private Cellular Networks with William RichmondIn this episode of The Wireless Way, host Chris Whitaker discusses the intricacies of the wireless network industry with William Richmond, GM of Cox Communications' private network team. William shares insights from his 15+ years in wireless technology, touching on the evolution and application of private cellular networks, Wi-Fi, and other wireless solutions in various industries. The discussion covers practical use cases, the benefits of blending different wireless technologies, and the innovation brought by the CBRS spectrum. William emphasizes the importance of understanding the 'why' behind technology choices and the role of enterprise in adopting these solutions to enhance efficiency and connectivity in large areas like warehouses, hospitals, and municipal sites.00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome00:32 William Richman's Background and Expertise02:26 Journey into Wireless Technology03:28 Innovations in Wireless Solutions05:53 Practical Applications and Use Cases13:28 Private Cellular Networks and Industry Trends18:06 Customer Engagement and Sales Cycle22:51 Emerging Business Trends in Wireless Technology23:10 Defining Private Networks: Beyond 5G24:03 Innovative Wireless Solutions for Municipalities and Campuses24:47 Challenges and Solutions in Large Area Connectivity26:17 Real-World Examples: Warehouses and Retail27:58 Navigating CBRS and Spectrum Allocation30:53 Agriculture and IoT: The Future of Farming31:33 Consultative Approach to Connectivity Solutions36:22 Public Cellular Service in Modern Facilities42:03 Final Thoughts and Future OpportunitiesLean more about Cox Private Networks- https://www.coxprivatenetworks.com/Learn More about William- https://www.linkedin.com/in/williamgrichmond/Support the showCheck out my website https://thewirelessway.net/ use the contact button to send request and feedback.

Analysts Don Kellogg and Roger Entner provide a thorough breakdown of the past year in telecom, as well as provide insights for 2025 and the new regulatory environment. 00:37 AT&T year in review 01:32 FWA vs. fiber 03:29 T-Mobile year in review 07:25 Verizon year in review 09:36 US Cellular folds 10:15 Boost stays alive 11:24 Cable industry year in review 14:24 Upcoming FCC and regulatory changes 15:32 Cable vs. telecom spectrum battles 17:20 Episode wrap-upTags: telecom, telecommunications, wireless, prepaid, postpaid, cellular phone, Don Kellogg, Roger Entner, AT&T, fiber, churn, FWA, spectrum, Verizon, T-Mobile, Deutsche Telekom, Mint, cable, capital light, Frontier, US Cellular, Dish, Boost, EchoStar, cellphone internet, CBRS, rural, DOCSIS 4.0, FCC, Brendan Carr, Jessica Rosenworcel, net neutrality, Maria Cantwell, Ted Cruz, AWS-3

Analysts Don Kellogg and Roger Entner discuss the ongoing battle over CBRS, spurred by a recent AT&T proposal to shift the band's frequency range.00:24 CBRS overview 01:24 Military use of CBRS 04:46 The television incentive auction as a useful model 05:24 Power requirements and interference mitigation 07:40 Licensing and interested parties 09:56 Arguments for and against the shift 12:35 The issue's resolution will take timeTags: telecom, telecommunications, wireless, prepaid, postpaid, cellular phone, Don Kellogg, Roger Entner, CBRS, spectrum, radar, AT&T, Wi-Fi, licensing, Verizon, cable, FWA, FCC

The Light Reading editors recap AT&T's CBRS proposal, which if approved, some in the industry say would have a "catastrophic" effect on spectrum distribution. We also discuss why the cheese tax is getting out of control, Mike Dano's recipe for frozen sour grapes and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Connor welcomes Samer Bishay, founder of Karrier One, who recently acquired Cellular Spectrum in Canada. This acquisition marks a significant milestone for Karrier One, allowing them to transition from a mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) to a mobile network operator (MNO). This change not only gives them a seat at the table among major players in the telecom industry but also enhances their ability to communicate and collaborate with other MNOs. They discussed the importance of owning spectrum and how Karrier One plans to leverage this acquisition to address infrastructure challenges, particularly in rural and remote areas. The conversation also touched on the various approaches to building cellular networks, including CBRS and Wi-Fi offload, and how Karrier One's spectrum-agnostic strategy empowers spectrum holders to monetize their assets. Additionally, they explored Karrier One's inclusive approach to partnerships, emphasizing the importance of cultivating a community of deployers and contributors. Samer highlighted the excitement surrounding the potential of their technology, likening it to the early days of the internet. Overall, this episode provided valuable insights into the evolving landscape of the telecom industry and Karrier One's innovative strategies to enhance connectivity for underserved populations. 00:00 - Introduction 00:47 - Acquisition of Cellular Spectrum 01:52 - MNO vs. MVNO 02:30 - Building Cellular Networks 03:54 - Challenges of Wi-Fi Offload 05:08 - Inclusive Network Building 05:50 - Cultivating Community of Deployers 07:19 - Creating Infrastructure Equity Disclaimer: The hosts and the firms they represent may hold stakes in the companies mentioned in this podcast. None of this is financial advice.

Mobile devices are as standard in the workplace as in our personal lives, so we turned to an expert—Zebra's Eric Hilton—to investigate the market, potential opportunities, and the results of a recent BlueStar Nation survey of Field Service Companies. How have consumer devices affected the enterprise market? What challenges and problems do field technicians say they encounter more from rugged devices? When and how should VARs position CBRS-enabled devices?   #VARValue - How does Zebra's Mobility DNA platform help VARs win business and keep it?   TEConnecting with us: Eric - How AI makes us more efficient Dean - North Korean trash balloons John - Scientists creating real-life Dune "stillsuits"   Keep in Touch! Email - TEConnect@bluestarinc.com LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/blue-star Submit your topic ideas - https://www.bluestarinc.com/en-us/about-the-company/bluestar-teconnect-podcast Subscribe to the BlueStar Nation Newsletter - https://nation.bluestarinc.com/#subscribe    Sponsored by: Zebra-Sponsored Field Service Survey Elo Pay 7"

Listen as Tracy and Julie talk more with Shawn Betts, Courtney's Mom. Shawn found purpose in her pain of losing her daughter Courtney, by connecting with other loss moms to form the missing angel bill. A bill that would allow you to get a birth certificate for your baby that died after 20 weeks gestation. Shawn dives into how she worked tirelessly with those moms to get that bill approved by the PA Senate. Today, Pennsylvania Senate Bill 326 CBRS exists which allows parents to get a birth certificate for their baby who was stillborn because of moms like Shawn who found purpose in their pain. You can listen to Shawn's story here: https://bit.ly/Meet-Courtney-S7 You can find out more about the Stillborn Birth Certificate here: www.emmasfootprints.com/stillborn-birth-certificate

“Private cellular networks are more secure and more robust” - Stephen Kowal, CCO of Nextivity In March, Stephen Kowal, CCO of Nextivity, appeared on the Telecom Reseller Podcast, discussing the need for private networking solutions and why relying on wi-fi is no longer sufficient. In this week's follow-up episode, Stephen explains the need for private cellular networks, and their impact on industries including healthcare, manufacturing, schools, warehousing, and distribution. Stephen also gave an overview of Industry 4.0 for the enterprise, hashtag#CBRS (Citizens Band Radio Service), and the three tiers of hashtag#CBRS, and highlighted hashtag#HARMONY Private Network as a Service (hashtag#Naas), @Nexitvity's private networking service. About Nextivity Nextivity, Inc. makes the world's most intelligent, powerful, and easy-to-use cellular, public safety, and private networking coverage solutions that advance connectivity and allow people and businesses to achieve their most ambitious goals. Nextivity solutions include the popular CEL-FI products, which are powered by the proprietary IntelliBoost chip. IntelliBoost uses digital signal-processing to enhance cellular performance in real-time and deliver unbeatable coverage for organizations, homes, and vehicles in over 100 countries. All Nextivity solutions are unconditionally network-safe and used by over 200 mobile network operators globally. Nextivity is headquartered in San Diego, CA, USA. Visit us at nextivityinc.com and follow us on LinkedIn.

In this episode of Unlicensed Podcast we have a special guest, Richard Bernhardt from WISPA, who discusses the current status of the 6 GHz band and the Automatic Frequency Control (AFC) system. While there may be bumps in the road, the AFC system is designed to protect incumbents and ensure a fair and efficient use of the spectrum. We also spoke about the never-ending story of BEAD funding and why it is still one of the most important things to follow in the WISP world now. The conversation was also about the importance of using the right bandwidth for different scenarios. Also, do you want to know some more useful information about CBRS? Then watch this episode to find out!http://rfelements.com/ http://wispa.org/

Technology partners and industry leaders explore selected smart building projects that are leading the way in in-building communications solutions. Owners and operators can no longer allow poor or nonexistent 5G, DAS, CBRS and WiFi coverage at any location within their buildings. Enhance employee, tenant, and visitor experiences with ubiquitous connectivity that also optimizes building operations. Maximize your installed PropTech's ROI with strong and stable connections. Learn the absolute minimums that must be attained to stay competitive as the next wave of "smarter" buildings continue to evolve.

Hello and welcome to Setting the Standard, the podcast about wireless radio standards creation from the Wireless Innovation Forum.  I'm your host and Communications Director of the Forum, Stephanie Hamill. In this episode, I'm talking with Austin Egbert of Baylor University, coder of the  new AFC Test Harness and Mark Gibson of CommScope our 6 Ghz Committee Chair. The two worked tirelessly to bring the 6 GHz Band to operation, recently approved by the FCC.Timestamps:1:00 Austin: what brought about the creation of the test harness; talk of the R&O, requirements, and more (automating 128 test vectors!!).2:37 Mark: reflections on the CBRS experience in comparison, AFC being simpler.3:55 Austin: an expansion on why AFC was simpler than CBRS, and what makes them different, with one aspect that made it more complicated (e.g. power levels).5:00 Mark: DoD participation, test lab participation.6:20 Impact of the test harness, simplicity of it, ease and speed of the system in comparison to the SAS experience.8:00 Austin: on the modular nature, lots of tools and functionality.9:15 Mark: Lessons learned and how this tool was made to be replicatable and repeatable for future use.Links:https://6ghz.wirelessinnovation.orgAFC FAQ: https://groups.wirelessinnovation.org/wg/6-GHz-Cmte-SG/wiki/afc-faq Join our mailing list:  https://mailchi.mp/wirelessinnovation/email-sign-up About Baylor University SMART Hub The Hub for Spectrum Management with Adaptive and Reconfigurable Technology (SMART Hub) is a multi-disciplinary collaborative directed by Baylor University that is working to solve tomorrow's wireless spectrum issues today. SMART Hub's researchers, engineers, and economic and policy experts are developing next-generation technologies and techniques for unprecedented spectrum agility to enable a revolution in how the world uses the wireless spectrum. For more information, visit SMART Hub's website at https://spectrumsmart.org.Visit https://www.WirelessInnovation.org to learn more or email info@wirelessinnovation.org to get involved today!

On this episode of Staying Connected we continue our ongoing discussion of enterprise use of private 5G networks in general and in particular, enterprise use of Citizens Broadband Radio Service (CBRS). In this 9-minute podcast, David Lee and Steve Rosen join Tony Mangino to discuss the technical and regulatory idiosyncrasies of CBRS and examine enterprise uptake of CBRS and the role that providers, equipment manufacturers, and regulators have in supporting increased enterprise adoption of this service.  If you would like to learn more about our experience in this space, please visit our Technology Consulting & Strategy Development and Success Stories webpages. Follow us on LinkedIn: TC2 & LB3

In this episode of the 5G Guys podcast, hosts Dan McVaugh and Wayne Smith explore private wireless networks with guest Jeff Hipchen, a Principal of RF Connect. They discuss how private wireless networks are utilized differently, giving examples in healthcare, professional sports, and higher education sectors. Hipchen emphasizes that private networks allow businesses to control their destiny as they allow the customization and security not offered by public networks. He also highlights how these networks supplement existing services like Wi-Fi and address capacity issues caused by the ever-growing number of devices and applications in use. Lastly, he touches on the potential for even smaller enterprises to improve connectivity.   __________________________ Connect With Our Guest __________________________      RF Connect Website ➡︎ https://www.rfconnect.com/      Jeff Hipchen Email ➡︎ jdh@rfconnect.com   __________________________ Connect With Our Sponsor __________________________      Vertex Innovations ➡︎ https://vertex-us.com/   __________________________ Connect With Us __________________________      5G Guys Website ➡︎  https://5gguys.com        Social:        ·       Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/5Gguys      ·       LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12515882      ·       X: https://twitter.com/5gGuys   _______________________________ Submit Your Ideas or Feedback ➡︎ https://5gguys.com/contact-2 _______________________________ Subscribe to the 5G Guys Weekly Newsletter ➡︎ https://mailchi.mp/5gguys/subscribe-to-the-5g-guys _______________________________ ⏰Episode Minute-by-Minute⏰   00:00 Introduction 00:29 Welcome to the 5G Guys Podcast 01:07 Introducing the Guest: Jeff Hipchen 01:56 The History of RF Connect 03:10 The Evolution of Wireless Networks 10:03 The Shift to Private Networks 11:03 The Benefits of CBRS for Private Networks 13:04 Sponsor Break: Vertex Innovations 13:32 Public Carriers' View on Private Networks 16:00 Examples of Private Network Deployments 21:48 The Role of 4G and 5G in Private Networks 24:14 The Coexistence of Wi-Fi, Public Cellular, and Private Networks 29:36 The Future of Small Venue Solutions 29:43 The Potential of Moken for Private Networks 31:48 Conclusion and Contact Information 32:26 Outro

From an early Kawasaki Ninja through a few CBRs off to an Aprilia and landing finally on the coveted S1000RR our guest this week Mike Bishop has truly ridden it all. Not only different bikes and manufacturers, Mike has also dabbled in many different types of riding and racing on 2 wheels including, of course, track days, club racing, canyon carving, and drag racing. Sit back and relax as we chat with him this week about his many motorcycle adventures and what started his racing career. Being a track/race-focused podcast and channel of course we needed to dwell on the racing and track days for a while, so pay attention as we find out how Mike eventually found his way to the race track and then fell in love with it. Make sure you stick around to hear about his awesome plans moving forward and enjoy the show!!

In today's episode of Unlicensed Podcast, we wrap up 2023 in wireless industry as a whole and also tell the big news from RF elements! If you haven't seen this link yet: https://rfelements.com/new-products-2023, then definitely go check it out now! We have big news about the new antenna series that we were planning for some time now: ✔ NEW 6 GHz Horn Antennas (https://rfelements.com/new-products-2023#6-ghz-horn-antennas) 4th Gen of the award-winning antennas provides excellent noise rejection, network scalability, and increased throughput in ultra wide band. ✔ BIGGER DISHES! (https://rfelements.com/new-products-2023#30-dbi-dish-antennas) We have listened to our customers and created all new high gain - 30 dBi parabolic dish antennas covering both 5 and 6 GHz unlicensed bands. Highly directional UltraDish™ Antennas have suppressed side lobes for ultimate performance. Great stability of the radiation pattern and gain ensure flawless connections. ✔ 4x4 Horn Antennas (https://rfelements.com/new-products-2023#4x4-horn-antennas) 4x4 Horn Antennas are built to enable superb horn performance for 4x4 outdoor deployments using connectorized radios. Current 5 GHz product line includes 45°, 60° and 90° dual horn antennas with asymmetrical beam shape designed for deployments with popular 5 GHz MU-MIMO radio platforms such as the Cambium Networks ePMP 3000 or ePMP 4500. 6 GHz 4x4 Antenna products for Cambium Networks ePMP 4600 will be coming SOON™. ✔ 3 GHz Horn Antennas (https://rfelements.com/new-products-2023#3-ghz-horn-antennas) RF elements® 3 GHz Sector Horn Antennas are the first horn antennas ever made to serve in 3 GHz bands. They set new performance standards for 3 GHz Sector Antennas. 3 GHz Horns are optimized for high performance in 3400 - 3800 MHz, covering CBRS bands, as well as LTE bands 42, 43. In this episode, we also cover this year's WISPAPALOOZA show, BEAD funding, FCC and the long awaited Unicorn - 6 GHz spectrum that could be opening #soon

From fostering equitable access to enhancing the classroom experience, private cellular networks are transforming K-12 education. With the rise of digital learning tools, the need for continuous, reliable wireless connectivity has never been more important. In this changing educational landscape, can private 5G networks serve as the infrastructure backbone to support various on-campus and remote educational activities? Do school districts understand how best to leverage the transformative potential of private 5G? and more importantly, can it help close the stubborn digital divide in the most cost-effective way? Let's find out.Our guest for today's podcast is Jason Eyre, the Technology Department Coordinator for the Murray City School District. Jason is a pioneer in rolling out CBRS private LTE networks at K-12 schools and is often called the godfather of Utah's education broadband plan. He was instrumental in the very early adoption of private networks by the Murray School District. In our discussion today, we will uncover: -The learnings from the last two years of private LTE deployment-How a long-time user of K-12 private networks has evolved with the times-What advice a network pro would give to a school thinking of deploying a private networkSo, let us welcome Jason Eyre.Contact PrivateLTEand5G Follow us on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/privatelteand5g Tweet at https://twitter.com/privateLTEand5G For more resources on Private Cellular Networks, go to https://www.privatelteand5g.com/ Email us at ratika.garg@privatelteand5g.com

Analysts Don Kellogg and Roger Entner discuss the latest news in telecom, media, and technology with Frank Mong, COO of Nova Labs. 0:40 What is Nova Labs trying to solve for?4:34 Building a hybrid distributed cellular infrastructure on CRBS spectrum alongside WiFi and the T-Mobile macro network6:50 Where are we on the adoption curve for a distributed cellular network? What problems can we solve with a distributed network?13:56 6 months in, what are the lessons of launching a distributed cellular network?15:50 What does provisioning on the network look like?18:05 More on the new Helium Mobile cellular hotspot19:55 How does the backhaul work?Tags: telecom, telecommunications, business, wireless, cellular phone, cellular service, Recon Analytics, Don Kellogg, Roger Entner, AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, Helium Mobile, Nova Labs, CBRS, Distributed Cellular, Crypto

Analysts Don Kellogg and Roger Entner discuss the latest news in telecom, media, and technology.0:28: Examining the different facets of Owner's Economics.3:35: The logic behind T-Mobile & Verizon implementing FWA.5:44: What happens when the idle capacity has been used up?6:59: Empty network Owner's Economics.10:09: Examining the MVNO business model.12:10: What about the spectrum that the MVNOs have brought for their own usage?13:51: How WIFI plays into the cable companies' owner economics - hybrid MSO models.Tags: telecom, telecommunications, business, wireless, cellular phone, cellular service, Recon Analytics, Don Kellogg, Roger Entner, MVNO, Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, FWA, fixed wireless access, DISH, cloud network, owner's economics, business analysis, data usage, CBRS, Comcast, Charter, cable,

What can best be described as an “incestuous, co-dependent, and competitive” relationship, major US cellular and cable service providers have found themselves in an interesting competitive yet partnering dance. On one hand, cable companies offer mobile phone service plans to consumers through MVNO agreements with cellular service companies while making moves to keep their customers connected as much as possible without dependency on their cellular partners' networks. On the other hand, the cellular service companies are utilizing fiber backhaul from cable companies' extensive fiber networks to backhaul their massive 4G and 5G cell site traffic while simultaneously offering fixed wireless access from those same cell sites to directly compete with cable companies for residential internet service. In this episode, we dive into this fascinating relationship and what it means for these companies as well as their customers. Connect With Us:  Website: www.vertex-us.com Website: Website: https://5gguys.com Social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/5Gguys LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12515882 Twitter: https://twitter.com/5gGuys Submit Your Ideas or Feedback: https://5gguys.com/contact-2   Episode Minute By Minute: 0:00 Starting off with a sneak peek, welcome note, and sponsor acknowledgment. 1:25 Dan flying solo 1:46 Comparing similarities and differences between cellular and cable service operators 2:25 Telco Top 5 3:51 Technology Fab 5 4:45 Teclo Top 5 vs Technology Fab 5 6:13 How Cable partners with Cellular 7:05 Cable MVNO products use Cellular networks 8:34 How Cable does whatever it can to avoid relying on Cellular networks 10:15 Charter and Comcast partnering to avoid relying on Cellular networks 11:19 How Cellular depends on Cable 12:53 How Cellular is stealing residential customers from Cable 14:30 Big dollars are being spent by Cable and Cellular to reduce dependency on each other 14:49 Cable big spend on CBRS spectrum and deploying their own wireless networks 17:38 Cellular big spend on fiber

Join Carrie Charles as she engages in an in-depth discussion with Dan Hays, Principal at PwC, to explore the dynamic world of telecom. In this episode, they investigate prominent opportunities for growth and how PwC collaborates with companies to capitalize on them. Prepare to uncover Dan's perceptive insights on current trends and pressing topics in the telecom sector, such as narrowing the digital divide within the economy. Stay informed with valuable updates on the current state of the telecom industry, with a particular emphasis on the successful integration of the CBRS technology spectrum. As their conversation unfolds, they also analyze the pivotal role of China in the telecom supply chain and the potential risks faced by the industry. Brace yourself for a deep dive into the latest telecom trends and gain a comprehensive understanding of this ever-evolving landscape. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! http://broadstaffglobal.com/

Analysts Don Kellogg and Roger Entner discuss the latest news in telecom, media, and technology.0:26: Roger just got back from Connect(X) and he shares how it went.1:10: Roger hosted a panel on Convergence.4:07: Nicki Palmer announced her departure from Verizon the day before the Expo.5:34: Dave Mayo made an announcement about Dishes' buildout schedule.6:08: How did Boost do in Q1 compared to what Roger & Don predicted?8:57: Gigapower deal closed - what led up to this major announcement and will could happen in the future?Tags: telecom, telecommunications, business, wireless, cellular phone, cellular service, Recon Analytics, Don Kellogg, Roger Entner, Connect(X), Connect Expo, AT&T, Verizon, Digital Bridge, Bright Speed, DISH, Comcast, WIFI, WIFI hotspots, Charter, CBRS, FWA, fixed wireless access, FCC, DOJ, T-Mobile, FIOS, Google, BEAD,

In this episode, we are joined by Richard Bernhardt, Senior Director of Spectrum and Industry at WISPA, the Wireless Internet Service Providers Association. With over 20 years of experience in the wireless industry, Richard has been at the forefront of shaping policies and regulations that affect WISPs, small businesses, and rural communities. We'll also talk about the latest developments in the industry, including spectrum allocation and the impact of new technologies like 5G and CBRS. Click the link below to listen. Also, subscribe to the Broadband Bunch on your favorite podcast platform so you never miss an episode. To learn more: https://www.wispa.org/

 Our interview with Margaret Kaufer, President of the New York-based STEM Alliance about their digital equity efforts. We talk about lessons they have learned in delivering low-cost Internet access to people in Yonkers and beyond. They gave a wireless CBRS network a long workout but recently retired it and embraced signing households up for the Affordable Connectivity Program.  

David Witkowski is the "Bill Nye" of radio frequency.  Our host John Koos chats with David about his career and consulting firm Oku Solutions.  Oku Solutions provides an array of services, including:Expert witness: Local government hearing support, and facilitation of council/board study sessions.Electromagnetic engineering: EME report audits, post-commission MPE testing.RF/Microwave forensics: Field testing, site search, spectrum clearing, interference hunting and source location.Broadband strategic action planning.Implementation of Wi-Fi networks using Hotspot 2.0, OpenRoaming, Google ORION, and private LTE/NR networks using CBRS.Legislative testimony, FCC filings, and standards research.Public policy, leadership briefings, and authorship of position papers, white papers, and e-books.Authorship and filing of comments to the FCC, PUC, and other regulatory agencies.You can reach David on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/dtwitkowski/ and his company website is located at https://www.okusolutions.com/ .

Analysts Don Kellogg and Roger Entner discuss the latest news in telecom, media, and technology.0:31: Charter's Investor Day Presentation - how it went.3:53: Charter laid out their expansion - is it a good plan?5:45: How 2023 could look for Charter especially in the realm of competition.11:54: The RDOF and BEAD Program money coming into Charter in 2023 and how that will help insulate them from their competitors.Tags: telecom, telecommunications, business, wireless, cellular phone, cellular service, Recon Analytics, Don Kellogg, Roger Entner, Charter, Wall Street, 5G, 4K video, fiber, Comcast, WIFI 6E, WIFI 7, DSL, BEAD Program, RDOF, Rural Digital Opportunity Fund, Broadband Equity Access and Deployment, Fixed Wireless Access, FWA, CBRS,

Analysts Don Kellogg and Roger Entner discuss the latest news in telecom, media, and technology with special guest Nick Ludlum, Chief Communications Officer at CTIA.0:40: CTIA's perspective on future spectrum licenses should be allocated.1:33: Roger's paper about CBRS had a strange reaction within the industry.6:07: Interference management and how that is being handled - is it being handled well?8:37: How the Federal Government Exclusion Zones work.10:10: We need more time to evaluate the CBRS model 12:53: The broader environment we are operating in and its implications moving forward.Tags: telecom, telecommunications, business, wireless, cellular phone, cellular service, Recon Analytics, Don Kellogg, Roger Entner, Nick Ludlum, CTIA, spectrum, 5G, CBRS, SaaS, Google, NTIA,

Helium is the first people-powered decentralized wireless network.In episode 14 of The Zeitgeist, Boris Renski, GM of Wireless at Nova Labs sits down with Brian Friel to discuss how crypto is enabling new ways to deploy wireless infrastructure. Show Notes:00:52  - Who is Boris Renski / Background 03:23 - What is Helium?                  06:44 - Catalyst behind creating a network11:20 - People's network built by the people14:50 - Is Web3 essential to this network? 17:08 - Partnerships                     20:20 - How do Saga users benefit from Helium?24:41 - Building in a bear market / Roadmap29:05 - Things Boris is excited about       33:30 - A Solana builder Boris admires Full Transcript:Brian (00:05):Hey everyone and welcome to the Zeitgeist, the show where we highlight the founders, developers, and designers who are pushing the web through the space forward. I'm Brian Friel, Developer Relations at Phantom, and I'm super excited to have with me today, Boris Renski.(00:20):Boris is the General Manager of Cellular Wireless at Nova Labs. At Nova, Boris is responsible for leading the charge of all things related to Helium Mobile, the world's first people's carrier. Boris, welcome to the show.Boris (00:33):Thank you. Great to be here.Brian (00:35):Great to have you here as well. I'm really excited about what you guys are building. For those who were at BreakPoint, you might have seen a little bit about how you guys are going to be powering some of the upcoming Saga phones. But before we get into all that, I'd love to learn a little bit more about you. Who are you, and how did you come to start working at Nova Labs?Boris (00:52):Yeah so, this happened fairly recently. I, what the people in the cryptosphere refer to as the normie, not a Degen, so to speak. Most of my career, I spent in open source cloud infrastructure. Prior to my [inaudible 00:01:11] to Web3, I've helped build and co-found a company called Mirantis, which to this day remains one of the bigger players packaging this cloud, open source cloud operating system, so to speak.(01:29):My journey towards crypto was the extension of the work that I did in the open source cloud infrastructure, in that when I was still working for Mirantis, one of the open source projects at that time my team was focusing on, was this project called Magma that is can think of it as the open source software that allows anybody to build a cellular network.(01:58):And I, about three years ago, left Mirantis with the idea of taking this open source Magma project and creating a very simple way for people to basically take advantage of it such that anybody can just click a few buttons, get a small hardware appliance and have a small cellular network that they can operate.(02:25):And the original focus was very much towards the private LT and private 5G space. There was no even thinking of crypto at the origination of this company, FreedomFi that I've started, but then midway for our journey with come across Helium and some of the folks of the Helium team and they've pitched to us to look into this other use case which is a distributed wireless.(02:52):And we did a couple of pilots and basically the rest is history, and the whole thing culminated, and Nova acquiring FreedomFi, and my joining the team and now working on Helium Mobile.Brian (03:05):That's awesome. Yeah, I definitely think you have a unique path towards coming towards crypto building, very practical open source everyday solutions, and then finding your way into this industry.(03:17):For those who maybe aren't familiar with Helium, how would you describe what is Helium and what do they do?Boris (03:22):So Helium is a people-powered decentralized wireless network. In a nutshell, it's from the standpoint of a builder. It's a new way to build a wireless network where anybody, be it an individual or a company, can buy a piece of hardware, click a few buttons to enable it, and then this piece of hardware effectively becomes a node on a wireless network. And then the Helium blockchain aggregates all of its individual nodes into a single macro network that is usable effectively by anybody.(04:04):And I think that Helium started this with the idea to build a global worldwide network for sensors using this IOT protocol called Laura, but it ultimately has become so successful and was built out so quickly, there's over a million nodes on the network now, that it's almost like it's become a beacon for a new way to deploy wireless infrastructure. Not so much just specifically for Laura, but for almost any use case.(04:40):So that drove the community to explore, okay, well we've built out this global worldwide network for sensors, but the model, this bottoms up model of building the wireless coverage is so powerful where else can we apply that model? And that led to this concept of introducing the network of networks of which I think the cellular network for not the sensors, but the phones which Helium Mobile is all about, is the first instantiation.Brian (05:16):Yeah, and when you say sensors specifically, what type of sensors are you talking about?Boris (05:20):So any sensors that use this protocol called Laura, which is a particular protocol with a couple of aspects to it that make it useful for situations where you would have very low bandwidth and very low power usage. So if you have for example, a sensor to see if there's termites in the ground, you will have that sensor of a battery buried in the ground that'll just live there forever, and it needs access to some global network to transmit something once a day, whether or not there's termites eating something.(05:57):So there's basically a huge ecosystem of these types of Laura sensors, and any Laura sensor can work with the Helium network. So I come from a cellular side, so I'm a little bit less in the weeds with the types of lower sensors specifically, but at a high level that's what it is.Brian (06:19):That's great. Well then let's jump into the cellular side of things. So, you described this network of networks essentially that Helium now is, and one of the initiatives though as you've pointed out is this Helium Mobile.(06:31):You talked a little bit about how "Hey, we have this network that's growing very fast and is very popular and worldwide," but what specifically was the catalyst for starting a mobile network and then what does this mobile network look like today?Boris (06:44):Yeah, so let me see if I can give you a little bit of history and that will also share, provide the bigger context. So at FreedomFi prior to my joining Nova, like I said, what we have built is a very straightforward way for anybody to deploy a mini cell tower. You can think of it like a cellular wireless node, which was our technical know-how and the core differentiation for FreedomFi as a company.(07:17):And at that time, Helium was already fairly far down their path of creating global coverage for Laura. And when they saw what we did with respect to simplifying the cellular deployments, I got that pinned literally by a buy who was chief product officer at Helium, and he said, "Hey, look at the stuff that we have built with Laura and what you guys have done with the simplification of deploying cellular infrastructure at FreedomFi is amazing. How about we marry these two concepts? We enable people to deploy mini cellular towers or small cells and basically compensate them in crypto depending on whether or not the placement of the small cell is useful or not."(08:10):So it was like, "okay, that's very interesting." And we did some pilots, and we did then a bunch of work to actually productize that and we launched that to the general public just some months ago. And obviously the community just took that up and started building all of a sudden. So in the matter of, I think, now three or four months, we have close to 7,000 small cells around the US that people have deployed and that are operational.(08:43):And in parallel with doing this work to marry a Helium way of building networks with our know-how, making it very simple to deploy, we started talking to a whole bunch of operators, the mobile network operators as they call them in the US, about saying, "Hey, look at this network that we are building. How about you guys partner with us and integrate this network that we're building with your macro network?"(09:17):And we got to some degree of success there. We've announced a couple of partners, but at the same time it's also become clear that the carriers in general are very conservative and very importantly slow moving entities. So in our thinking of how we can further accelerate this? We've decided that an important pillar to doing this would be us actually eating our own dog food and launching our own people's carrier as we call it, which is Helium Mobile.(09:54):So this was the catalyst to the partnership with T-Mobile and the people's carrier announcement that we did recently.Brian (10:01):That's awesome. And so this people's carrier, this is essentially what people would expect from their normal iPhone or Android phone carrier 5G connectivity being able to make calls throughout the US. Is that right?Boris (10:15):Yes, that is absolutely correct. So it's basically a US nationwide network for cell phones that provides connectivity for data and voice globally. And what makes it unique is that unlike almost any other carrier, we are not exclusively using one macro network, but we're using the macro network of our partner, T-Mobile, which we've talked about, and we compliment that with the people built network that is basically being built by the Helium community using this very model that I have described.(10:55):So the back end to the service that the people yet to take advantage of is actually very much also built by the community.Brian (11:06):I see. So The Peoples Network quite literally means the network built by people who go in and they take the effort themselves to put up these infrastructure and then they're compensated in crypto for the effectiveness of that?Boris (11:20):Yes. That is correct. And that's the whole notion behind this concept of the people's carrier. And I think that the unique and interesting thing about it is that if you look at the mobile wireless industry at large, if you look, peek under the hood of how a mobile operator functions, there are always dozens of different entities that are collaborating under the hood to make a carrier. So if a consumer, you go to AT&T, you buy a cell phone, you buy a subscription, and then you just start using it.(11:57):But if you peek under the hood, it's not really almost one company. Any carrier is an entity that has assets in the form of wireless spectrum and there are subscribers. And then under the hood there is dozens of different organizations that actually do work to comprise a carrier.(12:22):So most carriers, they don't build their own radios, they don't build their own wireless software, they don't install or operate their own towers. Most of the time, don't even own and operate their own stores. So many different companies aggregated under one umbrella.(12:40):And I think that this notion of a people's carrier that we're trying to pioneer with Helium Mobile is all about using blockchain and crypto economics to dramatically improve the efficiencies of the value chain that is basically the modern day carrier. So instead of having dozens of different independent entities all shuffle paperwork between each other, but ultimately roll into this one umbrella of whatever, like AT&T, or Verizon, or whatever it is, you actually simplify a lot of this overhead by actually having the blockchain take care of it.(13:25):And probably the most capital intensive part of any carrier and the most complicated is actually building the network. So finding a location for deploying a radio, contracting with somebody who either builds a tower there or who maintains a building, then actually deploying it, maintaining, et cetera. So this is all very capital intensive, complicated process that usually involves a lot of entities that we are making significantly more efficient.Brian (13:56):Let's talk a little bit about that crypto element. I mean you yourself said that you consider yourself a normie and that you found yourself into this crypto environment. I think this is pretty unique because we, as a wallet, we see a lot of different players in the crypto space so much or just inherently digital. It's either DeFi or NFTs is the vast mass 95% of the use cases we see. This is very different. This is taking something that's very much real world cellular infrastructure and trying to incentivize a network around that.(14:29):I think also everything you described too, it seems other carriers may be more potentially top down, whereas this is almost a bottoms up movement of getting individuals to go out and create this network. To you, what is the importance of this Web3 element? Do you actually think this could be made without Web3? Or is Web3 really a vital ingredient to all of this?Boris (14:54):I mean, I think that this is next to maybe solving some of the problems in the financial space, probably the second biggest opportunity for the Web3, because from my standpoint, Web3 is really the key enabler, is the new way to coordinate economic activity. That's when various parties, I would argue. This is what the crux of where Web3 can unlock the most value.(15:18):And if you look at various industries, the mobile network industry is one where you have a tremendous number of different parties that are collaborating with each other with a tremendous amount of inefficiencies in between. So if you could, instead of having a company that is building and operating cellular towers, and a company that is building the radios, and a separate company that is operating the stores, and a separate company that is doing the RF planning, combine all of that using blockchain and coordinate the economic activity between these parties using blockchain and radically distribute the value that is created by this collaboration using crypto economics, you will cut out a tremendous amount of inefficiency from the value chain, and then consequently you can transfer this value to the end user, meaning the subscriber of the user of the cellular network.(16:28):So there's a few industries I think that they're like that, and I would argue that the cellular wireless space is up there and to the extent that you can apply this concept that Web3 allows more efficient collaboration and then better and more creativity around the economic activity between the different parties, can apply that to that space. There's an enormous amount of opportunity to unlock value.Brian (16:54):Yeah, I love that. I couldn't agree more. Let's switch gears a little bit and talk about some of the partnerships that you've been mentioning, so.(17:00):The first one that you brought up is T-Mobile. What specifically does that partnership entail and what made them get involved with Helium Mobile?Boris (17:08):The network that we're building uses a particular type of wireless spectrum called CBRS. And this is a shared spectrum, which is a new innovative model that allows basically anybody in the US with just a little bit of money to get access to clean wireless spectrum that is usable for the cellular use case. That spectrum and the radios that are built to operate in that spectrum, the physical properties of it are such that the reach of the wireless radio is limited to a couple of city blocks. And because of that, using that technology, it's very challenging to build a network that would be contiguous and will provide contiguous coverage around the entirety of the US.(18:00):And obviously if you're building a wireless network and if we as Helium Mobile want to provide a service to our end users, nobody's going to be using a service where you only have it working around your house and then you leave and all of a sudden there is no service, and then maybe you traveled half a mile and then your friend has a cell, and then you have a service again, and then there's no service.(18:23):So you need to have contiguous coverage.Brian (18:26):Right.Boris (18:26):So no matter where you go, you always have access to your voice and data. And to make that happen, it's important for us to partner with a macro network operator with somebody who has the service throughout the US. So T-Mobile is that macro network operator that we partnered with. And the way that, as I mentioned, Helium Mobile works is that whenever there is Helium CBRS cell in range, the subscriber would use that cell, but whenever there is no cell it would use the T-Mobile service, so that's going to be the technical underpinning behind the partnership.(19:07):The business logic here is that for T-Mo, I think we are effectively another MV&O customer. So it's not uncommon for an operator carrier to resell their network to other wholesale customers. So the relationship between us and T-Mo is that we basically procure macro network capacity from them. We augmented with the Helium 5G coverage to create this hybrid network with The Peoples Network component in it, and we sell service to the end users as Helium Mobile.Brian (19:48):That makes a lot of sense. Yeah, I could definitely see that being an important and necessary piece for when you're launching this network to have a reliable fallback in the cracks there for continuous coverage.(19:59):One additional partnership you guys mentioned more recently was actually a breakpoint that you guys are going to be powering the Saga phone when it launches. So, Solana Labs initiative to showcase what they call SMS, the Solana Mobile Stack, where they're trying to push Web3 mobile. Why is this a big deal and how might Saga phone users benefit from something like Helium Mobile?Boris (20:20):So first of all, we are quite excited about the Saga partnership. The specific thing that I think is going to be the direct benefits to any Saga users is that all the Saga phones that are sold in the US will come with the 30 days of free Helium Mobile service. So people will get to actually experience the people's carrier on their Saga phones. But I think that there's also a tremendous benefit from the technical side.(20:54):So Saga phones, unlike any devices in a cellular space, have been designed top down to support everything required from a security standpoint for people to basically use them for performing different crypto-related operations, starting with the basic ones such as having a wallet on the phone that is also secure.(21:21):Now the concept of the people's carrier, like I said, around multiple parties collaborating to build this new type of carrier does not exclusively involve folks deploying small cells contributing to the network.(21:37):It also, equally importantly, involves the users of the network as the important building pillars. So I've explained how we have this concept of the macro network that is T-Mobile and The People's Network that is providing this non-contiguous supplemental coverage to the macro network.(21:59):Now, for this network to continue growing, it's extremely important for the builders to understand where it's important to deploy additional coverage. Because in some locations you might already have three people, like maybe your neighbor and your neighbor's neighbor already has a Helium 5G cell deployed, so there isn't additional value from you deploying yet another cell. But that information needs to be continuously fed into the blockchain and everybody needs to be aware of that information. So to that effect, the users of the people's carrier, they are not just exclusively the users, they're also contributors of that information of where is it that the coverage is needed.(22:47):And our approach to making it happen is basically the users are able, on an opt-in basis, to effectively share the information, share information about the experience on the network, share information about where they're using, what type of coverage, and then we use that information to ultimately feed into the community and have them build the network around it.(23:12):Now for sharing this information as a user of Helium Mobile, I get rewarded via mobile tokens, but this makes your cellular phone effectively into a cryptocurrency miner. And with that, it creates all of the same challenges around securing, making sure that people don't game it, et cetera, that you would see with any typical mining situation. So being able to securely store your keys to be able to perform these operations with the blockchain using a phone, so that we can know exactly based on your specific phone, how many tokens you should receive based on what information, et cetera. All of the security around that requires a different type of device.(24:06):And Saga and the work that has been done on the Saga phones is actually unique in that it's basically one of the few, if not the only device on the market that enables one to do it today.Brian (24:18):That's awesome. Well I pre-ordered Saga phones, so I look forward to playing around with the network on day one when it launches.(24:24):You hit on how essentially the phone becomes a bit of a cryptocurrency miner. Right now at the time of this recording, it's quite obvious the cryptocurrency market isn't a bit of a bear market. How has it been for Helium to be building during a bear, and what is on your guys' roadmap upcoming?Boris (24:41):Well, I mean this bear cycle is fairly recent, but I think that all of the Helium community historically was born out of a bear market. So the Laura based IOT network, that the Helium community has successfully built, originally was launched immediately after the recent downturn. And all of the building happened during the bear market.(25:10):At the time when the original Helium miner was launched, nobody wanted to touch crypto at all. That was a completely toxic concept. But then ultimately the team has focused on building through the bear market and then on another upswing, this is where Helium became the popular Helium that everybody knows it today.(25:30):Now, today we're just going for this other cycle again and we're just following the company culture mantra of just continuing to build through it and not focusing on the macro environment. And that's really the only way to do it.(25:48):So this is not like anything magically new, but it's actually oftentimes harder to do than to say. I think that in our case it's a little bit easier in that just the whole community culture and the culture of the folks at Nova is such that it's nothing new and people are just basically used to building through the bear cycles.(26:13):As far as the roadmap, I think I touched a little bit on it, but when it comes to Helium Mobile, what's extremely important to us is building the tooling to enable the community to actually create useful coverage. And it's particularly relevant to the cellular network versus a little bit less so for the lower network because of the properties of how the cellular network works, because the signal doesn't propagate very far, it's very hard to build a network that'll just blanket Earth using cellular small cells.(26:54):You can only sort of augment the existing network such as that of T-Mobile. And for that, you need to have intelligence in the system and tooling for the community to be able to understand where to place the radios, and you need to have the proper tuning within the reward mechanisms such that only useful coverage is rewarded. And I think that there's a whole bunch of work that needs to be done beyond what has already been created for the lower network to make that work for the cellular space. And I think that a lot of this is what we're focusing on.(27:37):Another pillar is about making wireless coverage hotspots more affordable for the community. So the CBRS space, the CBRS spectrum is relatively new. The CBRS small cells are relatively new. I would argue that the Helium CBRS network today is probably one of the biggest in the US, so we are leading the way, but because it's new, it's still fairly complicated and clunky and expensive to deploy a CBRS cell. So it's a lot easier than it was two years ago where it was near impossible.(28:15):But it's still a long way away from the simplicity of what you'd experience with, for instance, a wifi access point. And truly making a very large people-powered network requires that there's a lot more simplification for deploying the cellular hotspot, so that's another vector of engineering investment I think that we are spending our cycles on.Brian (28:42):Yeah, no, that makes a lot of sense. I guess as this network continues to improve, and you guys get feedback coming back, and you're fine tuning the crypto economic rewards, how do you see this whole space playing out? I guess both the crypto side of things, but also just how does this as The Peoples Network play out and challenge existing carriers, and what are you personally most excited about seeing?Boris (29:05):I am excited about the work that we are doing with other carriers that we have announced actually culminating in them formally joining via mobile DAO and becoming another operator on the network. So I think it's an interesting trend in that if you look at mobile space at large, there's been this push towards disaggregation and decentralization in the mobile carrier space in general. So when cellular communication became first possible, everything revolved around basically a carrier that sells you a phone that only works on that carrier and you have a cell number that only works on that phone on that carrier. And that was V1 of cellular communication, the complete lock end around a single entity. And over time, I think during the last, what, 25 years, 30 years of the industry existing, there's been this continuous push towards disaggregation.(30:15):So V2 was that you could have different phones and then you have different phones working on different networks and then people said, "Hey, my phone number is my property, and I want to be able to switch my phone number and carry it with me if I switch carriers." And the new thing now is, that's particularly becoming pronounced is carriers using multiple networks under the hood. So instead of just having one set of radios that work on the spectrum assets that you as a carrier have purchased, you also have relationships maybe with some of the other operators or some of the people that have built infill coverage certain locations, or maybe you operate with the wifi networks, Boingo that people have probably have seen. So this concept of carrier becoming less of the monolithic one macro network, but carrier becoming more of an aggregator of many networks.(31:15):And this is this next wave that we're seeing, and this is not related to specific layer crypto, blockchain, or Helium Mobile. This is just a thing that's happening by itself. And the reason why it's happening is because as more and more data finds its way onto your phone, you need to build networks that have bigger and bigger capacity. And the physics of it is such that the only way to do that is that you need to build networks that operate on higher frequency bands. And the higher the frequency band, the worst this band goes for walls and trees, so be short of the range. And because of that you need to have a lot of density. So if 20 years ago you could put one tower and cover a whole city of it, today you need to have many towers. And the more and more data is on the cellular network, the more and more of the cells you need.(32:09):And because of that, it's no longer economically viable to have a network where just one entity is basically building it. And because of that you need to have multiple networks working together. So I think that what we're doing with people's carrier and applying the blockchain to coordinating economic activity between many network creators and aggregating that into one network is a natural extension of where the entire cellular industry is headed.(32:41):So obviously we are super excited about eating our own dog food and launching the first people's carrier in the form of Helium Mobile, but I feel that we are just leading the way, and we're hopeful that additional carriers in the context of this trend that's already happening will start joining in the freight.Brian (33:03):That's great. Yeah, I mean there's a lot of tailwinds there that you described it. It's a really exciting time to be where you guys are in bailing this network to the world. Well Boris, this has been a really awesome discussion. I really look forward to using The Peoples Network on my Saga phone when it arrives.(33:18):One closing question that we asked to all our guests here on this podcast, and I'd love to hear it from you as well. Having been a normie entering the Web3 space is, who is a builder that you admire in the Solana ecosystem?Boris (33:31):Yeah, it's a good question. As a normie. So as a normie, I really liked the StepIn app to be honest, that I still continue to play with. And I don't even care so much about the rewards or making tokens with it, but just the fact that it's really well built and it allows me to, it just almost forces me to get off the chair and walk around. Doesn't matter if I make money for it or not, but the user experience is quite amazing.(34:03):And this is just an everyday example of it, but at large what really makes me excited about the Solana ecosystem is the really quality of talent and the dedication of the different groups building on Solana at large. And one important thing that we haven't really discussed much about today is that all of Helium community is moving to Solana.(34:35):And I think that's part of the reason why that move's happening is because we are seeing tremendous amount of support from the Solana builder ecosystem and have gotten to interact with a lot of folks that are building for Solana. Even trying to do POCs, figuring out what it is like, what would the incarnation of Helium look like on the Solana L1 gave us a peek into what the quality of the talent and the passion of the community of top Solano looks like.(35:08):So I think that it's exciting to see. It's exciting to see so many smart people building and whenever you have a congregation of smart, passionate people building, there's always good things that come out on the other end. So maybe, I'll conclude on that note.Brian (35:26):Yeah, no, I couldn't agree more from where I sit, develop a relationship. It's invigorating energy here. Anyone who is at Break Point, you probably didn't even sleep, because there's just so many people who are just in the builder mentality who love this space. And it's really awesome to see you guys leading the charge on the mobile front in this space as well.(35:45):Well Boris, this is really great. Thank you so much for coming on the show. Where can people go to learn more about The Peoples Network?Boris (35:52):HelloHelium.comBrian (35:53):HelloHelium.com. All right. Well thanks again for coming on. Boris Renski, the GM of Cellular Wireless at Nova Labs.Boris (36:00):Thanks Brian.

Jeff Baumgartner, Mike Dano and Kelsey Ziser discuss whether anything interesting is going on in the CBRS spectrum band, updates on Comcast's hybrid fiber/coax (HFC) network, and Kelsey's tour of Boeing's satellite facility in the Notebook Dump for the week ending November 18. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Citizens Broadband Radio Service, also known as CBRS, has drawn little media attention compared to 5G cellular, but it is starting to get some traction with carriers, ISPs, and enterprise customers.  There are a number of legal and technical issues that a user needs to consider before committing to CBRS, but the benefits of CBRS can be significant. Listen to this 10-minute podcast as Steve Rosen, a Partner at LB3, TC2's Technology Director, David Lee, and Joe Schmidt discuss this “other” wireless technology and provide you with what you need to know about CBRS. If you would like to learn more about our experience in this space, please visit our Mobile Services and Success Stories webpages.

On today's episode of the Unlicensed Podcast, we're excited to be hosting Ryan Reid from ROAMR Wireless & Broadband! Ryan shares with us his experiences starting in the WISP industry, how ROAMR uses CBRS and other frequency bands to intelligently serve the true needs of their customer base, what fiber is and isn't, stories and lessons learned from the recent recovery efforts from Hurricane Ian, how he's working with WISPA as the new Florida co-coordinator, and what he gets from WISPAPALOOZA and other WISPA shows while looking forward to TitanFest2022. Check it out!

On this 117th Episode of the G2 on 5G, Will and Anshel talk to OnGo Alliance President Dave Wright about CBRS and Private 5G networks and dynamic spectrum access, among other topics. 0:00:00 Intro 0:00:37 Dave's background 0:02:11 Brief update on OnGo Alliance and what the alliance does 0:06:45 New OnGo Alliance members and device certification 0:12:12 CBRS's initial focus was on private LTE, but what about 5G deployments? 0:17:27 Typical industry or vertical profile of the customer 0:19:18 What's happening with the CBRS story in stadiums and venue management? 0:25:25 Other compelling use cases for CBRS spectrum deployment 0:31:00 Final thoughts on how to get started with a private networking evaluation utilizing democratized licensed spectrum provided through OnGo 0:37:50 Wrap up

Analysts Don Kellogg and Roger Entner discuss spectrum policy with a special guest Jeff Westling. Jeff is the Director of Technology and Innovation Policy at the  American Action Forum 0:40:  The 2.5 GHz auction is underway and Jeff gives his thoughts on where the government should be heading in regard to future spectrum auctions. 2:32:  A bit of history on 3.1 spectrum and how it will likely be licensed. 4:27:  How the government uses spectrum and what we can learn from the CBRS model. 6:05:  The importance of licensed versus unlicensed spectrum. 7:20:  What Jeff sees in 7-8. 8:41:  The discussion around the auction authority ending in a couple of weeks. 11:40:  Interagency disputes versus interagency cooperation and the role that Congress plays. Tags: telecom, telecommunications, business, wireless, cellular phone, cellular service, Recon Analytics, Don Kellogg, Roger Entner, spectrum, spectrum auction, c band, Jeff Westling, American Action Forum, DOD, 3.1, Department of Defense, CBRS, Congress, auctions, spectrum pipeline,

This episode features David Broecker, chief innovation officer at Purdue Research Foundation (PRF), and Özer Dondurmacıoğlu, vice president of strategic accounts at enterprise networking company Celona. We discuss the digital divide in the state of Indiana where Purdue Research Foundation (part of Purdue University) is based, why PRF worked with Celona to deploy a private 5G network on CBRS spectrum at PRF's Discovery Park District, and how private wireless technology can help organizations and institutions close digital skills and literacy gaps. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

Analysts Don Kellogg and Roger Entner discuss 12GHz with a special guest: former FCC chairman, Michael O'Rielly. 0:50:  Former Chairman O'Rielly updates us on where 12GHz stands. 1:38:  Who has licenses in the 12GHz band? 2:19:  We need the mid band spectrum. 5:03: Are Elon Musk's arguments valid or overblown? 6:15:  How the spectrum classifications have changed. 7:15:  The nature of insatiable demand for spectrum and the importance of looking into the future. 9:18:  Congress should extend the auction authority of the FCC.  10:52:  The current auction is running for 2.5 spectrum. 11:54:  A look at the spectrum encumbered by the DoD. 13:16: Is CBRS working well? Tags: telecom, telecommunications, business, wireless, cellular phone, cellular service, Recon Analytics, Don Kellogg, Roger Entner,12GHz, Michael O'Rielly, FCC, DISH, Elon Musk, CBRS,

Private networks are defined as a network that is not connected to another service provider's infrastructure. The enterprise owns the radio access network, small cells delivering connectivity, the on-prem packet core and cloud compute platform.  All can be owned operated and configured by the enterprise. Kurt Schaubach, CTO, Federated Wireless goes into more detail with Don Witt of The Channel Daily News, a TR publication. about the differences with existing private networks. Kurt Schaubach An enterprise-owned private network allows for a hardening of the network to make it more secure. The data is more secure on the private network since it is not exposed to the MVNO/provider's infrastructure. Find out why CBRS is a key component of the private 5G opportunity and, while 5G will not replace wireless, 5G has many features that provide significant advantages over wireless technology. 5G provides great connectivity allowing enterprises to exploit the advantages when integrating their solutions with IoT, Cloud Compute and Edge Compute. Federated Wireless is about providing innovation and services that connect people, businesses, and industries to the future. They are the market leaders in shared spectrum, making deploying and managing new 5G private wireless networks simple, affordable, and accessible. They envision a massive opportunity with this new technology. From private networks like stadiums or casinos to large mobile and cable networks, shared spectrum is forecast to be a billion-dollar market in five years, and they are one of only a handful of companies with a solution for managing access to the spectrum. For more information, go to: https://www.federatedwireless.com/

Ryan and TJ open up the podcast by introducing what TJ is working on with Samsung and the basics of a private network and its benefits. They then move into a discussion about CBRS, the importance of 5G networks for the Fourth Industrial Revolution, and considerations companies need to examine when deciding on going with a private or public network. The podcast wraps up with TJ talking about what we can expect from 5G in the near future as it relates to IoT.Samsung Networks' TJ Maan is responsible for the overall go-to-market and solution strategy for Enterprise Private LTE and 5G solutions. With more than 20 years of experience in the wireless networking industry, TJ has previously held leadership roles in Product Management, Technical Marketing, and Channels within companies that include Zebra Technologies, Motorola, and Extreme Networks.Samsung Networks has pioneered the successful delivery of 4G and 5G end-to-end network solutions including chipsets, radios, and core. Through ongoing research and development, Samsung drives the industry to advance 5G networks with its market-leading product portfolio from fully virtualized RAN and Core to private network solutions and AI-powered automation tools. The company is currently providing network solutions to mobile operators that deliver connectivity to hundreds of millions of users around the world.Samsung offers a full portfolio of private 5G solutions that enable enterprises to simplify deployment and operation of their own networks. The portfolio includes a range of 5G solutions—including RAN, Core, transport and management system—to meet the specific needs of enterprises. The solutions come in three configurations for various enterprises: a compact one-box solution, a standard mid-sized solution and a premium solution for large-scale businesses.

“One perspective is I don't see wires anymore. Still, in the backend, there are lots of wires and there are lots of different wireless connectivity and frequencies and technologies that support building systems.So the term wireless can refer to a number of technologies. And I think that's where people will get confused in terms of, what is wireless? Cellular vs. WiFi vs. LoRaWAN or other protocols being used to transmit data wirelessly."—Greg JonesMy HighlightsMontgomery Tech's background (4:05)General trends in wireless technology today (10:43)Celular (12:41)DAS (16:04)Wifi (28:27)CBRS (35:36)5G (42:29)LoRaWan (46:59)How to make decisions in this environment (49:31)Carveouts (55:00)You can find Greg on LinkedIn.Watch on YouTube or read on the web.Get full access to Nexus.

The G2 on 5G Podcast – Episode 104 – June 17, 2022In this episode of The G2 on 5G, Anshel and Will Cover:1. Qualcomm acquires Cellwize - is it a smart move?2. Dish Launches 5G service in 120 Cities3. Google Cloud finally announces its private 5G offering - is it competitive with AWS and Azure?4. T-Mobile Uncarrier: Coverage Beyond, Hits 3 Gbps with 3x CA on Galaxy S22 Snapdragon 8 Gen1, and partnership with Oceus to launch 5G services for the Department of Defense (DoD)5. Verizon tests CBRS use for 5G - can it help accelerate its much-needed mid-band deployment?6. 5G C-Band: FAA Chief Warns Airlines of Summer Deadline

Nextlink Internet has been able to push gigabit-level speeds over fixed wireless access (FWA) in a limited fashion, but is now looking to scale up and expand that capability by tapping into fresh spectrum in the 6GHz band. That band, already supported in the home in the Wi-Fi6E standard, is poised to become an important data conduit for FWA as the FCC works out some final details on how that band will accommodate both new and legacy users. As the FCC irons out some of those details, Nextlink Internet has already conducted FWA tests in the 6GHz band using an experimental license. Nextlink's test showed that throughputs in excess of 1Gbit/s downstream and 500Mbit/s upstream were achievable via a 160MHz channel at a distance of two miles using access points from Cambium Networks powered by Qualcomm silicon. Claude Aiken, the recently appointed chief strategy officer and chief legal officer of Nextlink Internet, recently joined the Light Reading podcast to discuss the trial in more detail, what's likely to come next, and to provide an update on the regulatory landscape for the 6GHz band for fixed wireless access. Nextlink, which also provides fiber-based broadband services and participated in the CBRS auction, is "really taking an all-of-the-above approach to spectrum access," said Aiken, an industry vet who most recently served as the president and CEO of the Wireless Internet Service Providers Association (WISPA). "We want to be able to utilize this [6GHz spectrum], and put this in our toolkit as soon as possible … We're pretty bullish about what this spectrum means for high-speed, rural fixed wireless service." FWA in the 6GHz band will use automated frequency coordination (AFC) to mitigate interference in the band with incumbent users. But Aiken contends that the implementation for the 6GHz band is "much simpler" than the complications that the industry had to overcome in the CBRS band. — Jeff Baumgartner, Senior Editor, Light Reading See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode features an interview between Matt Trifiro and Jennifer Fritzsche, Head of North American Telecom and Digital Infrastructure at Greenhill & Co., which is a leading independent investment bank focused on providing financial advice on significant mergers, acquisitions, restructurings, financings and capital raising to corporations, partnerships, institutions and governments. Jennifer has a career record of success in providing thought leadership, strategic vision, and business insight leading to significant business growth and shareholder value. She is considered a leading expert in the telecommunications services, cable, data center and tower sectors. Jennifer is seen as a client-focused leader who is a trusted advisor and partner to clients, investors and boards of directors.In this episode, Jennifer talks about navigating the continually changing world of technology, what aspects of it are missed most, and what is important to consider when strategizing for your business. She shares insight on everything from the edge and the uncabling of cable, to the importance of fiber, wireless, and data centers to shared infrastructures. Jennifer also discusses her recommended strategies for access providers and cloud computing, as well as her top technology trends for 2022. ---------Key Quotes:“Fiber is really the basis of every infrastructure you need. Data centers don't work without fiber related to them. Small cells don't work without fiber related to them. Towers, you need that back haul and front piece, which is the fiber going up. So, in order to carry all this traffic that fiber is critical. The veins in your body carry the blood around. So it's important and really can't be overestimated.”“A tower is, I think, the best model ever made, because it's such a passive infrastructure. And I always used to joke the only cost to the tower was paying the taxes and sending the guy to mow the lawn underneath because there's really no embedded costs, which is why they're what we call contribution margins or every incremental dollar of revenue, there's like a 90% fall through to the margin. It's unbelievable.”“I think that you're really going to begin to see growth and the deployment of enterprises wanting to make a walled garden around some of their own enterprise that they don't have to rely solely on like the likes of AT&T and Verizon, but keep the networks as the name would imply private. “What I would do if I was the carriers, is kind of exactly what they're doing. I would say I need to buy spectrum. It's pay to play. I bought it and now I have to deploy it. And the traditional wireless model is 120% penetration in wireless right now in the US, so you have to pivot to new different areas of growth, private networks, IoT, enterprise; things like that, that can really drive that touch point to enterprise.”---------Timestamps:02:25 Getting involved in technology03:17 Navigating Technology03:50 Current role at Greenhill06:59 Millimeter Wave and the Uncabling of Cable08:23 What is a Franchise Territory13:05 Future of Cable13:45 Fiber's Role in Infrastructure15:05 Blurring of Broadband Infrastructure Lines18:05 Microsoft and Amazon's Wireless Strategies  20:55 Access Providers and Data Center Business24:05 Shared Infrastructure and Tower Territory26:05 Edge Computing 34:22 Unlicensed Spectrum and CBRS  35:41 Private Wireless37:25 Where Should Wireless Carriers Spend Their Money?38:55 Best Strategy for Cloud Computing and Wireless42:35 Spectrum and Shared Infrastructure44:15 Top Technology Trends for 2022--------Sponsor:Over the Edge is brought to you by Dell Technologies to unlock the potential of your infrastructure with edge solutions. From hardware and software to data and operations, across your entire multi-cloud environment, we're here to help you simplify your edge so you can generate more value. Learn more by visiting DellTechnologies.com/SimplifyYourEdge for more information or click on the link in the show notes.--------LinksFollow Matt on TwitterFollow Jennifer on LinkedInFritzsche's Forumwww.OvertheEdgePodcast.comwww.CaspianStudios.com

In this episode of Over the Air - IoT, Connected Devices, & the Journey, Ryan Prosser, CEO of Very is joined by Rob Tiffany, Managing Director at Digital Insights and Bill Flaherty, Director of Hardware Engineering at Very. In this Q&A session, they discuss the vast potential of CBRS and Enterprise 5G for industrial innovation in distributed environments. They investigate how much the impact of 5G will be determined by its use cases and degree of relevance, determined by the requirements of an IoT endpoint and application. Because 5G has potential to access more spectrum, it enhances overall bandwidth and allows a large number of IoT devices to connect.

Listen to an insightful discussion about JBG Smith's Digital Infrastructure Platform being deployed at National Landing , VA directly from JBGS' Vardahn Chaudhry, Vice President Smart Cities & Digital Infrastructure and Adam Rashid, Senior Vice President .U.S. Sen. Mark R. Warner (D-VA) said “I am thrilled to see this collaboration of leading private sector organizations to promote 5G deployment. American competitiveness in the deployment of 5G networks – and innovation in the emerging technologies 5G unlocks – remain key to our national and economic security interest.  As a proud Virginian, I am excited to see National Landing emerge as our first 5G community – and I look forward to wider deployment across the Commonwealth. This collaboration can be a blueprint for how digital infrastructure is deployed, and I am heartened by the prospects of the innovation this may unlock to advance our country's competitiveness globally.” National Landing is a submarket nearly the size of Williamsburg Brooklyn, and an existing office density greater than downtown Austin, TX.  The submarket is in Arlington, VA and is home to Amazon's HQ2 and Virginia Tech's $1 billion STEM innovation campus. At full build-out National Landing will consist of over 30 million SF of mixed-use real estate, including office, residential, retail, public parks, and multi-modal transportation options. JBGS owns or controls nearly 70% of the existing and developable real estate in this submarket. JBGS is deploying a robust digital infrastructure platform across National Landing that is purpose-built to stimulate innovation.National Landing digital infrastructure platform will be the first of its kind in the nation and will be a blueprint for innovation districts across the globe going forward. The component parts of the platform include:Fiber – Redundant/ubiquitous fiber with pre-wired fiber connections to nearly all buildings, public areas, and street furniture.Edge Data Centers – Two urban edge data centers, acting as easy on-ramps to the cloud, locations for edge computing, and hubs for carriers & data aggregation.Ubiquitous outdoor & Indoor 5G (MmWave and Mid-band) – True 5G at the mid and high band, allowing for Massive IoT Connection, Multi-gigabit speeds, and ultra-reliable low latency across the submarket.Private Licensed Spectrum – JBGS controls 70MHz of private CBRS mid-band spectrum and will offer it to innovative users to enable private 5G networks for testing and scaling products on private secure cellular wireless networks.Taken together, the JBGS digital infrastructure platform enables and unlocks the potential of the 4th Industrial Revolution and industries including Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security, and Cloud/Edge computing.While other innovation districts have focused on building clusters for traditional “placed-based” innovation, in National Landing we are combining traditional place-based innovation with the digital infrastructure required for the industries that are at the forefront of our nation's economic growth, competitiveness, and national security.With JBGS' digital infrastructure platform as the foundation for innovation for industry 4.0, JBGS is inviting, creating, and curating partnerships with key technology ecosystem participants to accelerate innovation in this city of the future. 

Analysts Don Kellogg and Roger Entner discuss the latest news in telecom, media, and technology. This week Roger and Don invite Jeff Blum-  EVP of External and Legislative Affairs at Dish, Chip Pickering - CEO of InCompas and Andrew Schwartzman - Senior Counselor at the Benton Institute for broadband & society on the podcast to talk about the 12 GHz band and why they believe it should be repurposed for wireless use.  0:57: Jeff shares the history of the 12gHz band and how it's been used traditionally. 3:35: The 12 gHz band could be used quickly to help 5G, but it sounds high, so how does its propagation work and what about interference? 4:26: Jeff shares the speeds possible on this band. 5:16: Chip shares about the coalition Incompas is part of. 7:12: This coalition puts emphasis on closing the Digital Divide. 8:39: The Benton Institute's interest in 12gHz is divided between 3 main areas. 11:01: Now that the plan is to change the use of the 12 gHz band and the price of use will likely be higher, how is that in the public interest? Tags: telecom, telecommunications, business, wireless, cellular phone, cellular service, Recon Analytics, Don Kellogg, Roger Entner, 12 gHz band, Jeff Blum, Chip Pickering, Andrew Jay Schwartzman, Benton Institute for Broadband & Society, Incompas, DISH, DirecTV, FCC, auctions, 5G, 3G, 4G, ORAN, the Digital Divide, CBRS, competition, Starlink,  Follow Jeff on twitter: https://twitter.com/jeffblumdish (https://twitter.com/jeffblumdish) Follow Chip on twitter:  https://twitter.com/chippickering (https://twitter.com/chippickering) Follow Incompas on twitter:  https://twitter.com/incompas (https://twitter.com/incompas) Benton Institute on twitter: https://twitter.com/Benton_Inst?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor (https://twitter.com/Benton_Inst)

Analysts Don Kellogg and Roger Entner discuss the latest news in telecom, media, and technology. 0:27: T-Mobile has filed for temporary authority to operate between 6110-6190 mHz. Why that would be attractive to T-Mobile and what they're likely to do with it. 3:43: Does this mean that they don't have enough licensed spectrum for their goals and why is that much spectrum available? 5:47: Why this is interesting from a rural perspective. And will the other carriers be interested in that spectrum as well? Tags: telecom, telecommunications, business, wireless, cellular phone, cellular service, Recon Analytics, Don Kellogg, Roger Entner, offload, CBRS, LTE, spectrum,

The digital divide is a pervasive issue drawing a gap between those who have access to high-speed internet and those who don't. This lack of connectivity is extremely prevalent in rural areas which often lag far behind urban and suburban areas when it comes to having internet access. While the digital divide has always been an issue, it's been greatly underscored by the COVID 19 pandemic, which has driven many jobs, schools, and even medical practices to operate online. Without this connection, many Americans are left without critical access in everyday life. Government funding is helping to improve coverage and affordability. The evolution and introduction of new technologies that address operator and rural market service requirements is supporting advancement as well. A key example of expanding high-speed Internet coverage is Samsung's work with t3 Broadband. Samsung and t3 are working together to help rural operators expand coverage across more remote areas across the US. The partnership pairs t3 Broadband's expertise, including the ability to design and deploy powerful network solutions and services remotely, with Samsung's CBRS massive MIMO portfolio and solution bandwidth, speed and cell edge performance. Together, these help rural operators deliver and enhance broadband connectivity in hard-to-reach locations. Samsung and t3 both believe everyone should have access to stable, high-speed Internet service, regardless of location. Listen to this episode to understand how they, and other organizations, are working to bridge the digital divide for consumers across the Midwest and showing the way for other rural areas across the country.

This week on the podcast, Christopher is joined by Margaret Kaufer, President of the New York-based STEM Alliance, and Bob Cacase, Commissioner of Information Technology for the City of Yonkers. During the conversation, the three talk about Y-ZONE, a partnership between several community groups working to connect households in Yonkers. They discuss origins of the … Continue reading "Y-ZONE is Connecting Families with CBRS – Episode 500 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast"

Private wireless networks have the potential to deliver significant benefits for schools, businesses and other organizations throughout rural America, while helping to bridge the digital divide. In this episode, CoBank's Jeff Johnston speaks with Tim Courtney, vice president of sales and strategy at Further Enterprise Solutions, to discuss the emerging role of private wireless networks. Listen to their conversation for insights on how the availability of the CBRS band is enabling smaller organizations to build carrier-grade wireless networks at a reasonable cost.

Whether you're a business owner, educator, or even just a person who is connected to the world there is no doubt that wireless technology has become a necessity. Dubbed the fourth utility, it's clear that popular wireless networks are becoming crowded and more at risk of security breaches. If you've ever felt like you were at the mercy of your wireless network provider then this episode is for you.  Welcome back to 5G Guys! In today's episode, we go over private wireless networks, why they were created, how they work, and what they are being used for. While wireless networks are something that most people rely on for work and business, private wireless offers many possibilities that can increase your efficiency, up your security, and even improve your productivity. We talk about how businesses are innovating with their own private wireless networks and how you can get ahead of the curve in your own life.  Join us as we talk about why private wireless networks were created and how you can take advantage of this opportunity. You'll get a look into how private wireless networks have been used so far, from communication between land and sea to offering a solution for educators in a pandemic. You'll learn about the spectrum of CBRS and how it's helped create simple solutions to otherwise difficult problems. As well as the flexibility and control you have within your own private wireless network. While the idea of creating a private wireless network can seem daunting we encourage you to hit play, sit back, and relax. Don't wait for your wireless network provider to become unreliable, stay one step ahead and learn what private wireless networks can do for you.  For more resources or to connect with us, check out the links below!  More Of What's Inside: What a private wireless network is  Taking back your network control Upping security with a private network  CBRS and why it was built Creating a spectrum with no interference Moving past the capabilities of wifi Bringing 4g and 5g into private networks How private wireless networks have helped education Having two phones inside of one Eliminating operational expenses with your own private network And much more!     LINKS: Website:   Website: https://5gguys.com   Social:   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/5Gguys LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12515882 Twitter: https://twitter.com/5gGuys   Submit Your Ideas or Feedback: https://5gguys.com/contact-2   Episode Minute By Minute: 0:23 - What we cover today 2:30 - Why you need a private network 6:17 - CBRS and what it means to you 10:50 - How companies have wanted to use private networks 15:22 - Private networks and school districts 18:56 - Dual SIM cards and security advancements 22:52 - Saving money and making the right fit for you 25:41 - Closing thoughts