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Analysis: Equinix’s “Distributed AI Hub” vs competitive global carrier neutral offerings
Backgrounder: As AI workloads undergo geographic decentralization across a fragmented hybrid-cloud ecosystem, enterprises face significant headwinds in maintaining deterministic performance, data sovereignty, and OpEx predictability. As AI training and autonomous agent workloads drive demand for high-bandwidth, low-latency multi-cloud architectures, the focus shifts to alleviating pressure on the backbone and access networks through densified, software-defined connectivity. Central cloud infrastructure… Read more
Analysis: AT&T’s $250B network investment to advance U.S. connectivity
Rapid adoption of artificial intelligence (AI), cloud computing and IoT connected devices has prompted telecom operators to invest heavily in fiber and 5G networks. In line with that movement, AT&T announced it will spend more than $250 billion over five years in the U.S. to expand its network and make deals to boost wireless and… Read more
AT&T and AWS to deliver last mile connectivity for AI workloads; AT&T Geo Modeler™ AI simulation tool
AT&T is strategically re-architecting its infrastructure for the AI era through high-capacity network modernization and deep integration with hyperscale cloud providers. In addition to its almost six year old deal to run its 5G SA core network in Microsoft Azure’s cloud, AT&T announced at MWC 2026 that it’s now woring with Amazon Web Services (AWS)… Read more
Huawei unveils AI Centric Network roadmap, U6 GHz products, 5G Advanced strategy and SuperPoD cluster computing platforms
Missing from all the MWC 2026 6G AI alliance announcements, Huawei released a series of all-scenario U6 GHz products to help carriers unlock the full potential of 5G Advanced (5G-A) and set the stage for a seamless transition to 6G. Huawei also showcased its SuperPoD cluster for the first time outside China, which they have… Read more
Intel and AI chip startup SambaNova partner; SN50 AI inferencing chip max speed said to be 5X faster than competitive AI chips
Intel and AI chip startup SambaNova have entered into a multi-year strategic collaboration to deploy high-performance, cost-efficient AI inference solutions [1.] tailored for AI-native firms, enterprises, and government sectors. This global initiative leverages Intel® Xeon® infrastructure, with Intel Capital further signaling commitment through participation in SambaNova’s $350M Series E financing round. The collaboration will give customers a… Read more
Nokia to showcase agentic AI network slicing; Ericsson partners with Ookla to measure 5G network slicing performance
Executive Summary: Today, Nokia announced a strategic collaboration with Amazon (AWS), Du, and Orange to debut an industry-first agentic AI-driven network slicing [1.] capability on a 5G SA core network. Du and Orange will deploy this new technology which uses Nokia’s 5G AirScale base stations, MantaRay SMO and Agentic AI modules in tandem with Amazon’s Bedrock Artificial Intelligence platform…. Read more
Analysis: Castanet and other companies building 5G Broadcast TV networks aimed at mobile devices
Disclaimer: The author used Gemini to identify and research companies involved in 5G Broadcast networks. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Introduction: Several companies and consortiums, including XGen Global, X1 Mobile, Tyche Media, Milachi Media, and startup Castanet, are actively building and planning to deploy 5G Broadcast networks, with significant U.S. and international activity expected throughout 2026. These initiatives focus… Read more
SKT 6G ATHENA White Paper: a mid-to-long term network evolution strategy for the AI era
Introduction: This ATHENA [1.] white paper presents SK Telecom’s (SKT’s) vision for future communication, rooted in fundamental values like security, stability, and quality, with a focus on AI-native innovation. Note 1. The ‘ATHENA’ (AI, Trust, Hyper-connectivity, Experience, opeN, Agility) architecture outlines SKT’s roadmap to accelerate AI convergence and enhance customer experience in preparation for 6G commercialization post-2030. It reinforces… Read more
Lumen launches Multi-Cloud Gateway (MCGW) and expands metro fiber network after selling consumer FTTH business to AT&T
Lumen Technologies has announced a new Multi-Cloud Gateway (MCGW) and expanded its metro fiber optic network across 16 major U.S. markets, delivering up to 400G b/sec connectivity to support high-speed AI data processing. This initiative provides a software-defined, self-service platform for secure, private, and flexible connections between enterprise data centers and cloud providers. Lumen says… Read more
Taara Lightbridge Pro: an ultra reliable wireless optical communications system for 5G mobile backhaul
Google moonshot factory X graduate Taara [1.] is launching Lightbridge Pro, a wireless optical communications system designed to deliver 99.999% (“five nines”) carrier-grade uptime for 20 Gbps backhaul, addressing weather-related reliability issues in Free Space Optical Communication (FSOC). Lightbridge Pro is designed for seamless integration into carrier-grade networks, including mobile backhaul and mission-critical infrastructure. By… Read more