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FAA may shift $2.4B air traffic control contract to Starlink from Verizon

FAA may shift $2.4B air traffic control contract to Starlink from Verizon

The FAA is reportedly reconsidering a $2.4 billion contract originally awarded to Verizon to modernize air traffic control communications, with a SpaceX-led team recommending that the project go to Starlink instead, the Washington Post first reported. The FAA had been set to begin payments to Verizon next month, but

Verizon expands 4G and 5G to 35 Air Force bases paving the way for hybrid networks

Verizon expands 4G and 5G to 35 Air Force bases paving the way for hybrid networks

Verizon announced the rollout of 4G and 5G upgrades at 35 US Air Force bases as part of the Air Force’s implementing 5G across 84 Air and Space Force installations by 2028, as reported by Fierce Wireless. This effort reinforces Verizon’s role as the largest 5G provider for

Verizon uses 5G network slicing for enhanced video calling following public-safety trials

Verizon uses 5G network slicing for enhanced video calling following public-safety trials

Verizon is introducing its first consumer-facing feature based on 5G network slicing, a technology that optimizes performance for specific uses by allocating dedicated network resources, reports the Verge. Its new Enhanced Video Calling service promises improved video and audio quality, prioritizing its quality over less critical traffic during network congestion.

FCC’s 4.9 GHz decision sparks public safety debate, faces legal challenge

FCC’s 4.9 GHz decision sparks public safety debate, faces legal challenge

As tipped by Fierce Wireless, the FCC’s recent decision to allocate 50 megahertz of 4.9 GHz band spectrum to FirstNet, AT&T's public safety network, has sparked controversy. While the Fraternal Order of Police praised the decision for enhancing first responders who selected FirstNet for