T-Mobile US tops 100 million customers

T-Mobile US announced its second quarter 2024 results, showcasing exceptional customer growth and financial performance. The company achieved industry-leading postpaid net account additions and surpassed the 100 million postpaid customers milestone. Additionally, T-Mobile reported the highest Q2 postpaid phone net customer additions in its history, underlining its market dominance.Financially, T-Mobile's service revenues grew by 4% year-over-year,...

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#FiberConnect24: Fiber's Access Future from 10G to 100G - Nokia

 How is fiber technology evolving to meet future demands? Look ahead!Stefaan Vanhastel, Head of Marketing & Innovation from Nokia explains:- Fiber infrastructure is built to last 100 years, passing every home and building for generations- Current 10 Gig era is expanding to include 25 Gig, 50 Gig, and 100 Gig options for diverse operator needs- Advanced chipset technology enables higher speeds, supporting new services beyond fiber-to-home...

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#FiberConnect24: Core to Edge Performance Evolution - Adtran

Check out the rest of Fiber Connect 2024 showcase here: https://ngi.fyi/fiberconnect24ytHow is fiber technology evolving to meet future network demands? Which segment of the network feels the heat next?Robert Conger, SVP, Technology and Strategy from Adtran explains:- Core DWDM technology is miniaturizing into small plugs, moving coherent DWDM to the network edge- Access networks are transitioning from gigabit to multi-gig era, with 10G PON and future...

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#FiberConnect24: Innovation for Challenging Fiber Installations - DZS

 How can service providers accelerate fiber deployment in challenging areas?Geoff Burke, Chief Marketing Officer from DZS, gives us the rundown:- Fiber extension technologies like G.fast and MG.fast offer symmetrical gigabit services for MDUs and historically challenging locations- Fixed wireless access provides a cost-effective gigabit-ready solution for remote areas, with 45-60% lower deployment costs than fiber- Hardened coherent optics deliver...

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#FiberConnect24: 10-Second ONT Installation for Fiber Rollouts - Genexis

How can we ensure smooth fiber broadband installation in every home?Kajsa Arvidsson, Chief Marketing Officer from Genexis explains:- Smart installation of fiber in the home using ONTs that can be installed in less than 10 seconds- Interoperable ONTs that work with any OLT in the market, making installation easy to learn and even suitable for DIY- All-in-one solution with connectors for cable TV, voice, and multiple ports to distribute fiber throughout...

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#FiberConnect24: 4 Ingredients for Faster Fiber Deployment - Render

 Render Networks has expanded its mobile application suite and device compatibility, reinforcing its leadership in construction management and enabling network and construction teams to complete projects at least 15% faster. This update promotes a mobile-first strategy, allowing field crews to document, finalize builds, and perform maintenance using their preferred smartphones or tablets, enhancing adoption and productivity by over 20% through...

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#FiberConnect24: DC Blox on Lessons from Hyperscalers

 Check out the rest of Fiber Connect 2024 showcase here: https://ngi.fyi/fiberconnect24ytHow are hyperscalers reshaping internet infrastructure and what impact do they have on fiber deployments?Bill Thomson, Marketing and Product Management from DC Blox shares these insights:- Hyperscalers are building large data centers to move infrastructure and services closer to end users in specific regions- They are also developing dark fiber capacity...

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Dell'Oro: Network Security Market to Hit $40B by 2028

The worldwide network security market, including firewall, SSE, traditional SWG appliance, WAF, and ADC segments, is expected to grow to nearly $40 B by 2028, according to a new report from Dell'Oro Group. This growth is driven by a significant shift in enterprise security spending towards cloud-based Secure Service Edge (SSE) and Web Application Firewall (WAF) solutions, which are forecasted to achieve mid-teen double-digit CAGRs, in contrast to...

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Dell'Oro: Broadband Equipment Spending Expected to Grow

Broadband Access Equipment market is forecasted to grow 2 percent on average for the next five years (2024-2028) due in part to lower spending in 2024 as operators continue to absorb excess inventory and, in the case of Tier 1 cable operators, dramatically slow their purchases of new DOCSIS CPE, according to a new report from Dell'Oro Group.“Most service providers are taking a conservative approach to 2024, choosing to rely on existing inventory...

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STL Unveils High-Density 864F Micro Cables for US Fiber Networks

STL introduced its high-density 864F Micro Cables, designed to enhance connectivity in dense fiber networks across the US. These innovative cables offer superior fiber density, efficient installation, and sustainability benefits.Key Points:Ultra-high fiber density: 1.5X more fibers in the same diameter; easy installation up to 1500m in 14mm ducts.Longer network life: Bend-insensitive 200-micron fiber increases power budget, reduces maintenance, and...

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