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Spatial mapping and the companies trying to digitize our existence

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Why would we want to build a parallel reality populated by digital twins? Sure, it sounds cool, yet this “virtual twinning” effectively extends the possibilities of both the “world of atoms and the world of bits“ as HoloLens inventor Alex Kipman eloquently put it in a TED talk which has... Read More

Five ways telcos can commercialize 5G use cases

5G use cases

A ‘build it and they will come’ approach won’t be enough for telcos to fully capitalize on 5G’s enormous commercial potential, according to a new global research study by Omdia and Nokia. Instead, communication service providers (CSPs) must proactively develop 5G use cases, pursue partnerships outside their own industry sandbox,... Read More

Podcast episode 19: The new age of mobile gaming with Hatch Entertainment

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The future of online gaming is 5G, and Hatch Entertainment VP Nick Thomas says telecoms and developers should work together to leverage the technology. Read More

How brands will use immersive entertainment to reach customers

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With the ability to personalize content and brand placements, entertainment will continue to shift from passive to active entertainment experiences. Read More

Two major ways that 5G will enhance entertainment

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With 5G, physical and digital worlds will merge, enhancing the entertainment experience in ways we never thought possible. Read More

Tough call: Why marketing 5G to consumers is a hard sell

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A poll released in late November by Strategy Analytics revealed nearly 20 percent of Americans think they already have 5G service. Read More

5G will unlock the future of live entertainment

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Leagues and venues are focused on creating compelling experiences. This is critical as traditional viewership shifts towards more interactive mediums. Read More

The smart cities forecast

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AT&T’s Chris Penrose says 5G will jumpstart innovation across industries, providing advanced infrastructure for the next generation of data-driven services. Read More

How 5G will encourage people to do more online

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While the impact of 5G is often discussed from the perspective of businesses, there are tangible benefits for the average person as well. Read More

5G is the playground for innovation

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5G isn’t a technology looking for killer apps. Instead, it is a platform for enterprises, entrepreneurs and Imagineers to innovate. Read More

How 5G will transform live events

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5G is set to transform live events and usher in a new era of immersive technologies, experiences, and revenue opportunities. Read More

Four keys to developing a winning IoT service: Business View

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Companies should continually evaluate new business models in light of new technologies like IoT. Those that do so will outpace their competitors. Read More