In this episode, we welcome Alex Roytblat, Vice President, Worldwide Regulatory Affairs at Wi-Fi Alliance, to The Signal to commemorate the fifth anniversary of the FCC's landmark decision to open the 6 GHz band to Wi-Fi. Alex explains that this was the most significant expansion of spectrum for Wi-Fi in decades, which effectively doubled the spectrum for Wi-Fi in U.S., and ushered in the development of a world of new technology, including Wi-Fi 6E and Wi-Fi 7. We talk about how 6 GHz has opened the doors to innovation, including telemedicine, extended reality, and industrial manufacturing, and we learn how spectrum policy will evolve to support future Wi-Fi generations. Tune in to learn more as we celebrate the historic decision that brought Wi-Fi into a new era.

6 GHz Wi-Fi Information Center

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In this episode, we welcome Raja Shanmugam, Global Head of Strategy and Market Development for IoT and Digital Engineering at Tata Consultancy Services, to the podcast to dive into the evolving role of Wi-Fi in smart homes and enterprise environments. Raja shares his perspective on why Wi-Fi 7 is gaining traction in smart homes, and how the new standard's key features meet the demand for a growing number of connected devices by bringing enhanced performance, security, and energy efficiency. In enterprise, Raja shares that 80% of TCS customers have scaled IoT deployments beyond proof-of-concept, leveraging Wi-Fi for connectivity in static environments like factories and warehouses. Tune in to learn more, including how Wi-Fi empowers AI's transformation of both smart homes and autonomous operations. 

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In this episode, we welcome Quentin Lebeau, Product Marketing Manager at SoftAtHome, to discuss their recent Wi-Fi 7 gateway launch with Swisscom. Quentin delves into the rising consumer demand for cutting-edge technology, making Wi-Fi 7's key capabilities of higher speeds, lower latency, and increased reliability even more appealing to consumers. Quentin explains that Wi-Fi 7 also enables the use of embedded AI, allowing gateways to optimize bandwidth allocation, which is vital to delivering a higher quality of service for consumers. But innovation isn't just about performance - Quentin shares that more consumers are also interested in sustainability efforts, and we learn that the new gateway's subscriber-enabled low power mode reduces power consumption up to 98%. Tune in to learn more, including Quentin's insight on the value of consistent user experiences for service providers.

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Today, we welcome Rahul Patel, Group General Manager of Connectivity, Broadband, and Networking at Qualcomm, back to The Signal. Rahul shares how Wi-Fi 7’s adoption has outpaced expectations due to growing demand for faster speeds and widespread market adoption. We explore the rise of 5G fixed wireless access and FTTH and how these technologies drive the need for best in class Wi-Fi. Rahul explains why Wi-Fi 7 is exactly what the doctor ordered for handling high-speed demands, especially in congested networks. Tune in to learn more, including the applications fueling home Wi-Fi growth.

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In today's episode, we welcome Eric McLaughlin, VP of the Connectivity Solutions Group at Intel, back to The Signal to talk about AI trends in the PC market. Eric tells us that Wi-Fi is crucial to the development of AI experiences, delivering robust connections essential for offsite workloads and enhanced performance, and we talk about how Neural Processing Units (NPUs) enable AI capabilities and upleveled battery life in AI PCs. Eric also tells us about the progress of Wi-Fi 7 over the past year, and we learn that its adoption has been significantly faster than previous generations of Wi-Fi. Tune in for more, including how Wi-Fi will continue to empower XR, automotive, and proximity detection use cases.

Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 7™ 

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In today's episode, we're bringing back our CEO Insights series with Kevin Robinson, CEO of Wi-Fi Alliance, and Mike Finley, CEO of Boingo, to explore how Wi-Fi is enabling new levels of connectivity and security for airports, military bases, and IoT applications. Kevin and Mike discuss some of Boingo's recent deployments, including the first launch of Wi-Fi 7 at a public venue, and we talk about the importance of continually evolving networks as the demand for connected devices continues its upward momentum. Listen to learn more, and hear about some of the major connectivity trends we're expecting to see in 2025. 

The Critical Role of 5G and Wi-Fi on U.S. Military Bases

Transforming Airports with Next Generation 5G & Wi-Fi

5G Playbook for Stadiums & Arenas

Transforming Hospital Operations with Private 5G Networks

5G & Wi-Fi Playbook for Mass Transit 

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In this episode, we welcome Marian Kost, VP and GM of Connectivity at Texas Instruments, back to the podcast to talk about wireless security. As the number of connected devices grows, securing them becomes more important than ever, especially in critical areas like patient monitoring, building automation, and industrial applications. Marian tells us that the latest generations of Wi-Fi are even more secure than previous iterations, and we discuss how WPA3™  delivers significant security advantages. We also talk about how these advancements are encouraging manufacturers to adopt Wi-Fi for new applications, helping drive the proliferation of Wi-Fi devices. Tune in to learn more about what's next for Wi-Fi and security.

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In today’s episode, we’re joined by Curtis Hill, Network Deployment Manager at Open Broadband, to discuss a recent Wi-Fi deployment across 14 underserved parks in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. Curtis takes us through the details of this project, which leverages Wi-Fi 4, Wi-Fi 5, and Wi-Fi 6, and we chat about the impressive uptick in usage, even before the full installation was completed. Curtis also shares how quickly the team is able to get these hotspots up and running and the logistics behind covering a large area, with some parks featuring multiple access points. We also talk about user engagement stats—anywhere from 50 to 60 people online at once—and Curtis gives us a sneak peek into what’s next for future broadband deployments in the region. Tune in to learn more about this impactful project and how it’s helping bridge the digital divide.

Free Wi-Fi hubs coming to local parks
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In this episode, Jussi Kiviniemi, Founder and CEO of Hamina Wireless, joins us to discuss 6 GHz Wi-Fi and Automated Frequency Coordination (AFC). Jussi shares insights into how Wi-Fi technology has evolved to support high-value use cases, including industrial robots, medical devices, and more. We talk about how 6 GHz spectrum delivers faster, more reliable connectivity, particularly in outdoor environments, and AFC's vital role in efficiently utilizing the band without interfering with incumbents. Jussi highlights the importance of increasing awareness about the 6 GHz band and AFC to build consumer trust in Wi-Fi quality, especially in large public venues like stadiums, campuses, and other high-density locations. Tune in to learn more about how 6 GHz and AFC will help evolve wireless connectivity, and how even legacy devices that don't use 6 GHz will benefit from the band.

Propelling innovation: 6 GHz and AFC drive advancements in outdoor Wi-Fi® deployments  
6 GHz AFC Resources
Regulations Enabling 6 GHz Standard Power Wi-Fi Devices Under Control of AFC
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In this episode, we’re joined by Gaurav Jain, Senior Director of Engineering at Wi-Fi Alliance, to discuss the recent demonstration of 6 GHz Wi-Fi at Ramathibodi Hospital in Bangkok. The demo, part of a months-long pilot program, showcased how Wi-Fi in 6 GHz transforms healthcare to enhance medical training through AR/VR applications and dense deployment. Gaurav explains why access to the full 1200 MHz of the 6 GHz band for Wi-Fi is essential for the future of healthcare, and how this successful demo highlights the potential for Wi-Fi innovation across industries. Tune in to learn more about the pilot and the Wi-Fi CERTIFIED® devices that brought it to life.

Wi-Fi Alliance® demonstrates the impact of 6 GHz Wi-Fi® for advanced AR/VR in healthcare: https://www.wi-fi.org/beacon/the-beacon/wi-fi-alliance-demonstrates-the-impact-of-6-ghz-wi-fi-for-advanced-arvr-in
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