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AT&T Advances Open RAN Deployment with Commercial Network Milestone

AT&T has successfully completed an Open RAN call using third-party radios on its commercial network, signaling tangible progress in its ambitious $14 billion network transformation. The achievement comes as the carrier accelerates its replacement of Nokia equipment with Ericsson’s open RAN platform while expanding its multivendor ecosystem.

Open RAN Moves From Lab to Live Network

AT&T has taken a significant step forward in its open radio access network (RAN) ambitions, reportedly completing what sources describe as the carrier’s first multivendor Open RAN call on its commercial network. According to industry reports, the achievement moves beyond previous lab-based demonstrations and represents tangible progress in AT&T’s massive network transformation initiative.

by Michael Turner
BusinessTelecom

Ericsson Navigates Flat RAN Market with Strategic Focus on 5G Standalone Transition

Ericsson’s third-quarter earnings reveal a 9% revenue decline to 56.2 billion SEK amid challenging market conditions. The telecommunications giant reportedly plans continued cost-cutting measures while positioning 5G Standalone technology as its primary growth opportunity heading into the 6G era.

Ericsson’s Mixed Quarter Amid Market Challenges

Telecommunications equipment giant Ericsson reported a mixed third quarter for the financial year, with sources indicating the vendor is navigating what it describes as a “flat” RAN market. According to reports, the company saw revenues drop by nine percent year-on-year to 56.2 billion Swedish kronor ($5.9 billion), though analysts suggest organic decline was just two percent when accounting for foreign-exchange movements.

by Jessica Moore P.E.