Catherine Sbeglia

Madison, United States

Managing Editor at RCRWireless News

tech writer/editor @rcrwirelessnews & creator of Well, technically... the tech podcast where women do the explaining.

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Articles

Wi-Fi 7 set for 'healthy' growth: Report

3 days ago | rcrwireless.com | Catherine Sbeglia

The global Wi-Fi 7 market is on track to hit $22.9 billion by 2030, according to a new report from BCC Research. The study predicts a robust compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 61.5% between 2025 and 2030, as Wi-Fi 7 adoption accelerates across industries and regions. The report provides a detailed analysis of current revenues and future growth opportunities.
Emerging data center hubs fuel massive fiber demand

3 days ago | rcrwireless.com | Catherine Sbeglia

A surge in data usage driven by the rise of AI, remote connectivity and digital transformation is pushing global bandwidth needs to record levels — and experts say a massive investment in fiber infrastructure is essential to prevent a bandwidth shortage. According to third-party data shared by the company, an estimated 120 million long‑haul fiber miles and 70 million metro fiber miles must be deployed by the end of the decade — or risk creating capacity bottlenecks.
API ambitions actualized: GSMA Open Gateway hits 80% market share

4 days ago | rcrwireless.com | Catherine Sbeglia

Launched at MWC 2023 as a “paradigm shift” for the telecom industry, the GSMA Open Gateway initiative set out to deliver universal network application programming interface (API) access for developers, backed by 21 operators at its debut in Barcelona. Just two years later, the GSMA’s H1 2025 report highlights material progress: Nearly 80% of the global mobile market share is now covered. As operator participation stabilizes, the focus is shifting to API monetization and enterprise adoption.
5 reasons cloud-native means greener, leaner

5 days ago | rcrwireless.com | Catherine Sbeglia

Cloud-native architectures are reshaping telecom networks, often spotlighted for their agility, speed to market and operational flexibility. But they also deliver another vital, often overlooked benefit: Cloud-native networks help operators build greener, leaner infrastructures that minimize energy use, reduce carbon footprints and lower costs. Here’s why.
Ericsson: 5G and AI form the backbone of the future enterprise

1 week ago | rcrwireless.com | Catherine Sbeglia

Ericsson’s 2025 State of Enterprise Connectivity report reveals that as enterprises navigate economic uncertainty, labor shortages, and rapid tech adoption, reliable connectivity is foundational to success. Specifically, the report offers a deep dive into how U.S. businesses are leaning on 5G, AI, and IoT to future-proof operations, boost efficiency, and stay competitive.
Trump Mobile promises 'America-first' wireless alternative

1 week ago | rcrwireless.com | Catherine Sbeglia

The Trump Organization has launched a new telecom venture dubbed Trump Mobile, featuring a gold-colored (of course) Android smartphone priced at $499, along with a $47.45 monthly service plan — a nod to Donald Trump’s roles as the 45th and 47th U.S. president. Announced at Trump Tower, the initiative is marketed toward conservative consumers as a patriotic, “America-first” alternative to mainstream wireless carriers. The T1 phone includes a 50 MP main camera and 256 GB of storage.
Inseego and T-Mobile push 5G FWA deeper into the enterprise

2 weeks ago | rcrwireless.com | Catherine Sbeglia

Inseego, the original MiFi innovator, made a bold move into enterprise fixed wireless access (FWA) when it launched the FX4100 at the end of May. The device, an indoor 5G gateway, was designed exclusively for T-Mobile for Business and, according to the companies, underscores a major shift: Wireless is no longer a backup — it’s becoming the primary enterprise connectivity method.
T-Mobile US makes fiber-focused play with new broadband offering

2 weeks ago | rcrwireless.com | Catherine Sbeglia

Earlier this month, T-Mobile US formalized its push into fiber broadband with the launch of T-Mobile Fiber, introducing new service plans that include long-term price guarantees and consumer-focused perks. The company’s fiber offering, now available to more than 500,000 U.S. households, builds on the growth of its 5G Home Internet service, which reaches nearly 7 million customers.
AT&T hits 30M fiber locations, as broadband race heats up

2 weeks ago | rcrwireless.com | Catherine Sbeglia

AT&T has reached a key milestone in its national fiber expansion, surpassing 30 million locations passed with fiber broadband. The achievement comes ahead of schedule and signals the company’s intent to double down on a converged fiber-and-wireless growth strategy. According to CEO John Stankey, the telco is now halfway to its goal of reaching approximately 60 million fiber locations by 2030.
Wi-Fi 7 gains ground as enterprise WLAN market grows 11%

3 weeks ago | rcrwireless.com | Catherine Sbeglia

The enterprise wireless LAN (WLAN) market is off to a strong start in 2025, with Dell’Oro Group reporting an 11% year-over-year revenue increase in Q1 — driven by growing adoption of Wi-Fi 7 and a shift in vendor strategies as the Wi-Fi 6E era nears its end. For the first time, all major WLAN vendors offered enterprise-class Wi-Fi 7 gear in the quarter, according to Dell’Oro Research Director Siân Morgan.