高通在美国对华为提起诉讼，指控华为未经授权使用其多项专利，特别是在5G技术领域。华为则反诉高通滥用专利权，要求高通支付合理的专利使用费，并停止对华为的专利侵权指控。

6WIND turns Green Tech by helping CSPs Reduce Energy Consumption by Two-thirds!

6WIND

6WIND, a leading high-performance virtualized & cloud-native networking software company today announced how their enhanced Virtual Service Router (VSR) solutions can help reduce energy consumption by two-thirds. 6WIND’s mission as a Green Tech Company is to provide efficient & sustainable virtualized networking software solutions to CSPs around the world, which will not only result in huge savings but also help reduce their carbon footprint. 6WIND VSR Solutions can help reduce the carbon footprint by lowering energy consumption by two-thirds, cost effectively without sacrificing performance. 6WIND do this by drastically reducing the hardware servers required by the networks to deliver their services. 6WIND VSR solutions; vPE, vCSR, vSecGW, vCGNAT, vBorderRouter & vCPE, have proven their energy saving capabilities and their impact on reducing the carbon footprint. These solutions deliver high performance, security, scalability, flexibility, openness and agility, to global CSPs, MNOs, Cloud Providers, Data Centers and Enterprises. These are deployed bare-metal, virtualized, containerized or cloud-native on COTS servers in private and public clouds. 6WIND will be at the upcoming NGMN Conference in Paris & MWC Las Vegas, where they will share how CSPs can accelerate their virtualized and cloud native journey whilst lowering their energy consumption that can lead to huge savings. “At 6WIND we are proud to be a Green Tech company, contributing to the reduction of CO 2 within our eco-system. We are helping CSPs, MNOs and Cloud Providers to build efficient, competitive and sustainable networks with our VSR solutions.” commented Julien Dahan, CEO, 6WIND. About 6WIND 6WIND is a green tech virtualized & cloud-native networking software company and the worldwide leader for Virtual Service Router solutions. 6WIND software is deployed globally by CSPs, MNOs, Cloud Providers, Data Centers & Enterprises, allowing them to replace expensive hardware & build their new 5G networks with virtualized networking software solutions for routing and security use cases. 6WIND has a global presence with Headquarters based in Paris - France, Santa Clara, CA - USA and Singapore. Social follow - LinkedIn & Twitter www.6wind.com Contact Details 6WIND Neelam Bahal, VP Global Marketing +44 7805 090701 neelam.bahal@6wind.com Company Website https://www.6wind.com

September 06, 2022 09:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

Intelligent RAN Site Power Management Can Save You Energy and Power

Ericsson

By Shane McClelland, VP Strategy and Business Development, Head of Emerging RAN Solutions I don’t know about you, but I watch energy consumption at my house closely. I raise the temp inside during summertime and lower the temp during winter when I’m not at home. I run my appliances like dishwashers and laundry machines at off-peak hours when I’m not paying as much for power. I’ve installed smart sensors and controllers in my house enabling me to plan for, remotely monitor, and control energy use based on the situation. As a result, I save a few $’s every month on my power bill, relieve stress on the grid, and hopefully make the world a greener place. I have not installed solar panels on my home yet, but friends have done this, and they are selling power back to their power company, lowering their bill further and, in some cases, even making a few bucks. So, I started thinking, if we can do these things at home, why not at work? What might happen if we managed RAN site power use similar to the way we do at our own home? This blog explores how to apply intelligent power management at your RAN sites. I think you’ll be surprised with how much money you can save, help contribute to corporate ESG goals for sustainability, and make the world a greener place. How to do I get started? Make a goal and get specific. Sounds simple, but many corporate sustainability initiatives lack specific targets for RAN site power consumption. There are lots of published targets for net zero, but very little on how these net zero targets might be achieved. It helps to set policies and standards for RAN site power consumption. For example, I want to reduce power consumption by 20-30% at every site. Gain situational awareness. To meet your goal, you must take a holistic view of the energy sources, power resources, and consuming technologies at RAN sites today. In addition, you need to know details like power consumption over time. When during the day does a given RAN site use the most power? And, how this demand varies over time. Use the least cost power source available at the time when needed. Knowing this information, you can start to think about which RAN power system capabilities and energy storage asset can be used in combination with available power sources i.e. grid, diesel generators, renewables (solar and wind) to lower cost. Then, proactively manage RAN site energy use with policies. Take advantage of tariff-based charging from the power company via peak load energy management (power shifting and shaving). Use diesel generators as a last resort. This is a new way of thinking about RAN site energy use. Operating in a hybrid power source approach implies you have situational awareness at your sites and the ability to automatically switch between power sources at the right time. This might seem more complex compared to a one-size-fits all, cookie cutter approach to powering RAN sites. But, have no fear there is a way not only to mitigate this complexity, but embrace it as an opportunity to save money and be greener. Ericsson’s Smart Connected Site The Smart Connected Site incorporates a complete range of functionality and products, including the radios themselves, working as a system. Smart Connected Site solutions cover all RAN site types ranging from rail- or pole-mounted to cabinet-based systems that use and manage power from the grid and renewables in a hybrid operating model. The foundation of the Smart Connected Site is Ericsson’s power system, which includes a wide range of solutions for efficient and scalable power distribution and energy storage for 5G expansion. This includes high-efficiency rectifiers and flexible energy-storage alternatives like lithium-ion batteries with default connectivity for safety and remote supervision. The brain of the system is Ericsson’s Site Controller 6610. It collects, aggregates, and communicates radio, power and enclosure, and site material operating data and status to the Ericsson Network Manager (ENM). This allows a network operator to leverage industry-leading advanced AI and automation techniques for real-time awareness and control of all RAN site assets. With intelligent actionable insights, smart energy management, and predictive data, network operators will see significant improvements in energy efficiency and associated cost savings. Summary So, just like at a smart home, with Ericsson’s Smart Connected Site, network operators have the tools and capabilities to be more energy-aware and take proactive steps to consume power more efficiently. The combination of RAN and site collected data can provide unprecedented opportunities to save OPEX on your power bill, reduce truck rolls, and contribute to overall corporate ESG objectives. Ericsson’s Smart Connected Site enables you to do this today. Why wait? I think I need to start doing the research on some solar panels for my house now. View additional multimedia and more ESG storytelling from Ericsson on 3blmedia.com

September 01, 2022 01:50 PM Eastern Daylight Time

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The Next Chapter in 5G: Why One CMO Says Our 5G Future Is Already in Sight

T-Mobile

The way our mobile connectivity impacts our lives is apparent in most everything we do today, but what about tomorrow, next year — or even next decade? T-Mobile Chief Marketing Officer Mike Katz joins Jason and Shawna to talk about how 5G is unleashing the potential of our connected lives in ways we couldn’t have imagined even just a few years ago. We review some of the white-hot wireless advances that have been made since the beginning of the pandemic, and how our 5G future is swiftly coming into focus. About Mobile Diaries Join the T-Mobile Stories team, Emmy award-winning broadcast journalist Shawna Ryan and veteran editor and writer Jason Adams, for Mobile Diaries, a brand new podcast about modern digital life, and the mobile technology that makes it possible. Encounter some of the fascinating archetypes, personas, brilliant minds and unique stories emerging in our fast-paced, digitally driven world. A world that, since the start of the pandemic, has accelerated its use of mobile technology to new heights. From the wireless tech that allows us to work from just about anywhere, to the new realities of online dating, to dial-a-therapist apps, our devices have assumed a new pride of place in our lives. How do we navigate this new reality? How do we find balance in a world that is “always on”? On this show, Jason and Shawna examine what it means to live a life of “mobile mindfulness.” Join them, and find out how you can use your device, without it using you. View additional multimedia and more ESG storytelling from T-Mobile on 3blmedia.com

August 26, 2022 11:10 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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Society Pass Looks To Be Tapping Into Singapore’s Growing E-Commerce Industry With Its Latest Acquisition

Society Pass Incorporated

Singapore is considered a great safe haven for businesses. For over a decade, the country has been among the most crucial financial and business hubs of Southeast Asia, drawing in entrepreneurs from across the continent and around the world. Singapore is known as the go-to destination for multinational corporations because of its stable economic and political systems, high-quality infrastructure, and digital-friendly environment. A number of American companies, including Cisco Systems Inc. (NASDAQ: CSCO), IBM Corp. (NYSE: IBM), Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ: MSFT) and Apple Inc. (NASDAQ: AAPL) established regional headquarters in the country. Singapore is experiencing rapid growth in e-commerce. The industry was valued at $5.9 billion last year and is expected to reach $14.2 in 2025, according to data and analytics firm GlobalData. E-commerce is expected to generate over $7 billion in Singapore this year, with the number of users projected to reach 4.1 million. In addition to having an advanced digital economy, factors fueling the growth of e-commerce include Singapore’s stable economic and political system and a highly developed internet market. A number of fintech companies have made Singapore their home, which has provided reliable and affordable alternative payment solutions. The country’s reliable logistics services — ranked as Asia’s top by the World Bank — have given industry players the opportunity to serve both local and international markets. In 2020, cross-border e-commerce will amount to over $2 billion, accounting for 35% of the country’s total e-commerce revenue. Singapore has one of the highest rates of digital adoption in the world. With over 5 million internet users, Singapore’s digital penetration of 90% is higher than the global average of around 60%. The nation is working on a project to roll out the fifth-generation (5G) network countrywide by 2025, a move that will push its digital adoption even further. Social Commerce Reportedly Drives E-Commerce Growth A new form of e-commerce called social commerce is emerging in Singapore, providing an avenue for buyers and sellers to interact on social media platforms. The industry is expected to grow from $940.9 million in 2022 to over $7 billion by 2028, according to a report by Research and Markets. The ability to browse and purchase goods on social media platforms has compelled brands to use paid and organic posts to drive traffic to their websites. Just recently, TikTok rolled out an e-commerce solution in Singapore called TikTok Shop. TikTok Shop allows users to directly interact with brands and sellers using their TikTok application. Live Streaming Fueling Growth Too? Live streaming became increasingly popular in Singapore during the COVID-19 pandemic. As shops were forced to close, live streaming became the only option for shoppers to interact with brands. Even after the pandemic, live streaming is reportedly gaining popularity — especially among millennials. The growing live-streaming market has attracted the attention of social commerce startups such as Upmesh. Looking To Enter Singapore’s E-Commerce Market Through Acquisitions Singapore-based e-commerce holding company Society Pass Inc. (NASDAQ: SOPA) says it’s growing its presence in Asia and around the world through acquisitions. The company’s most recent acquisitions are Gorilla Networks and Thoughtful Media Group. Focusing on the emerging live-streaming and influencer market trends, TMG encourages its content creators to develop short videos and build their presence on social media platforms, an industry that’s booming in Vietnam, Thailand, the Philippines, Singapore and Indonesia. As a loyalty and data marketing ecosystem, Society Pass operates multiple e-commerce platforms across its key markets in SEA. Its business model focuses on analysing user data through the expected launch of its Society Pass loyalty platform and circulation of its universal loyalty points, which seamlessly connects consumers and merchants across multiple product and service categories to foster organic loyalty. Since its inception, SoPa has amassed over 1.6 million registered consumers and over 5,500 registered merchants/brands on its platform. It has invested 2+ years building proprietary IT architecture with cutting edge components to effectively scale and support its consumers, merchants, and acquisitions.Society Pass provides merchants with #HOTTAB Biz and #HOTTAB POS – a specialized POS technology solution, a comprehensive system for payment, loyal customer management, user profile analytics, and convenient financial support packages for small and medium-sized enterprises.In addition, SoPa operates Leflair.com, Vietnam’s leading lifestyle e-commerce platform, Pushkart.ph, a popular grocery delivery company in Philippines, Handycart.vn, a leading online restaurant delivery service based in Hanoi, Vietnam, and Gorilla Networks, a Singapore-based, blockchain/web3-enabled mobile virtual network operator.For more information, please check out: http://thesocietypass.com/. This post contains sponsored advertising content. This content is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be investing advice. Contact Details Dennis Nguyen: Founder, Chairman & CEO +1 877-440-9464 dennis@thesocietypass.com Company Website https://thesocietypass.com

August 25, 2022 03:21 PM Eastern Daylight Time

A Word From Mike Sievert on T-Mobile's 2021 Corporate Responsibility Report

T-Mobile

T-Mobile’s mission is to be the best in the world at connecting customers to their world. It is at the heart of who we are, driving our obsession to enable more people in more places to have access to the connectivity shaping virtually all aspects of modern life —and making it our priority to not leave anyone behind. It goes without saying that the last few years have been challenging—for our customers, our employees, and society as a whole. And, when I look ahead, I see economic, political, and societal tides that will continue to test our resolve and spirit as a company, country, and as human beings living together in our shared world. But it’s also during these times that I’m more convinced about our mission than ever—because it’s our need for connection—to one another and to our community—that makes us human. And that’s what T-Mobile is all about—we connect people. That’s why we are investing so heavily to further extend our unrivaled 5G leadership with our transformative network. It’s also why we are so proud of, and committed to, Project 10Million, our landmark five-year initiative to provide free or heavily subsidized connectivity to under-connected households with school-aged children across the U.S. However, none of this comes to life without our employees, the heart and soul of our company and the key to our success. They are the passionate champions for our customers. They are diverse and engaged representatives of our communities. And it’s our employees who are the foundation of our iconic and vibrant Magenta culture. Two years after our historic merger with Sprint, we continue to invest in the growth and well-being of our employees and the health of our culture. Foundational to this work is our long-standing commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. I am proud of the open, diverse, and “be you” culture that we foster at T-Mobile. And we are constantly striving to do more. This work remains a focus as we continue on our path to lead by example, put people first, and provide the best opportunities, within the best culture, to everyone that works at T-Mobile. Finally, being in the business of connecting people comes with great responsibility. We are resolute in our commitment to operate responsibly, with integrity, and with a focus on the well-being of our communities and planet. I’m immensely proud that T-Mobile’s electricity is sourced from 100% renewable energy—a first for our industry. And in 2021 alone, we invested over $1.8B in order to strengthen our communities through funding and in-kind support. As we enter a new era of Un-carrier, we’re committed to being an even greater force for good in wireless and the world in which we live. We know that we can’t be the best at connecting customers to their world without being prepared to change our industry, and the world, for the better. We didn’t earn our Un-carrier stripes by shying away from doing the right thing, and it’s why T-Mobile has pledged to use our expanded network, scale, and resources to deliver 5G for All and create a connected world where everyone can thrive. Read the full 2021 Corporate Responsibility Report – or catch the highlights here View additional multimedia and more ESG storytelling from T-Mobile on 3blmedia.com

August 22, 2022 01:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time

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One Year Later: T-Mobile's Hometown Techover Champ Celebrates $3 Million Makeover With Florida Georgia Line

T-Mobile

T-Mobile has officially painted the town of Woodstock, Illinois magenta. It’s been almost one year since T-Mobile crowned Woodstock, IL the winner of its Hometown Techover – a $3 million tech makeover for an American small town – which included a $250,000 grant from T-Mobile, 5G network enhancements, a Little League® baseball field refurbishment, 100 supercharged family tech prize packs that include 5G smartphones with a year of free service, and a free concert featuring diamond-selling, award-winning duo Florida Georgia Line which took place this past weekend. The concert brought thousands of Woodstock residents out to the McHenry County Fairgrounds on Saturday, August 13 for a night they won’t soon forget. Florida Georgia Line performed as concert goers sang along and basked in good vibes and a winning spirit. “We had a blast making memories with the Woodstock community,” said Florida Georgia Line’s Tyler Hubbard. “It was amazing to see everyone come on out and celebrate together as T-Mobile’s Hometown Techover champs.” “What a night, Woodstock!” added Florida Georgia Line’s Brian Kelley. “We know the power of music and technology, and how they both can keep us all connected, so to be able to share in this fun night together was something special.” While the concert made for one epic day for Woodstock, the Un-carrier’s technology enhancements will have a long-lasting impact for the residents, businesses and organizations within the community. “Ever since Woodstock was announced as T-Mobile’s Hometown Techover winner, we’ve been ecstatic about what it means for our town, and I’m impressed by all the progress we’ve seen,” said Mike Turner, Mayor of Woodstock. “Our city now has a massively enhanced 5G network, our Little League fields have free live streaming through FamCam 5G, more than 3,000 of our students now have internet access – and those are just a few examples. We’re grateful for T-Mobile’s generous contributions to our community and excited to continue watching our town grow and flourish as a result.” Here’s a closer look at the Techover deets: Enhanced 5G Network: T-Mobile’s 5G coverage across Woodstock has nearly doubled in the last year, now covering most of the city and key locations. And, T-Mobile speeds have improved 400%, increasing from 99.5 Mbps to nearly 400 Mbps on average. In addition to several existing T-Mobile sites all receiving major 5G network enhancements, additional sites were deployed – boosting coverage and performance to the west residential areas of Woodstock and the Woodstock Downtown and Historic Square. Plus, even more sites are expected to deploy by the end of September – which will further bolster 5G Ultra Capacity to northeast Woodstock, Marion Central High School, the Woodstock Country Club, Loyola University Campus and surrounding area. Community Grant: A $250,000 T-Mobile Hometown Grant and technical assistance services from Smart Growth America (SGA). SGA worked with Woodstock community leaders to narrow down potential projects, which includes building affordable senior housing, increasing walkability and developing a multi-use space in the downtown area, which complement ongoing updates to the town’s comprehensive plan. Little League® Updates: $250,000 of field refurbishments on Woodstock’s Sullivan and Dream Fields are underway, with updates including upgraded field surfaces and a branded T-Mobile sign recognizing the Un-carrier’s contribution. Woodstock is also receiving T-Mobile Little League Call Up Grant support and free live streaming through FamCam 5G. Connecting Students: Through T-Mobile’s Project 10 Million, 3,000 students across 12 schools – which is nearly half of all enrolled students – in Woodstock Community Unit School District 200 received free internet and mobile hotspots. Family Prize Packs: Woodstock families received a tech-focused prize that included four 5G smartphones, one year of free wireless service with Magenta Max, one year of T-Mobile 5G Home Internet and a free Samsung UHD-TV. “When we set out to give Woodstock a massive tech upgrade, we knew we wanted the town to become a 5G leader in small town America, and we did just that through our spectacular partnership with the people of Woodstock,” said Jon Freier, President of Consumer Group at T-Mobile. “With many of the tech upgrades nearing completion, I’m incredibly inspired by Woodstock’s pride and passion in showing the rest of the country how 5G can connect and empower a community.” T-Mobile’s Hometown Techover is one of the many initiatives marking T-Mobile’s commitment to rural America. T-Mobile’s goal is to ensure that all Americans — from big cities to small towns and rural communities across the U.S. — have access to all the latest products, services and technology. Beyond amazing deals on plans and new devices, the Un-carrier launched Home Internet last year. With T-Mobile, more than 40 million households – a third of them in rural America – are eligible for 5G Home Internet. T-Mobile also committed to providing $25 million over five years to small towns to help fund community development projects in rural areas across the country. Learn more or apply for T-Mobile Hometown Grants today. For more information about T-Mobile's commitment to small towns, visit T-Mobile.com/AcrossAmerica. View additional multimedia and more ESG storytelling from T-Mobile on 3blmedia.com

August 19, 2022 01:30 PM Eastern Daylight Time

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WiMi Built the Next Generation of XR to Enter the Business Market As the Metaverse Continues to Grow

WiMi Hologram Cloud Inc.

The Metaverse, a digitized virtual reality realm, is gaining popularity. The buzzword “Metaverse” was coined by sci-fi author Neal Stephenson in his novel Snow Crash in 1992. Its popularity is due to Facebook's decision to rename "Meta." The Metaverse is Not Far Away What is the Metaverse? We may picture it as a new interconnected platform. Ordinary video game players can only see what they are playing through a 2D flat screen on a mobile phone or computer. In contrast, the Metaverse can create a 3D space where players can access an immersive gaming experience. This is the charm of the Metaverse: people can switch between virtual and reality seamlessly. So how can we enter the Metaverse space? Major tech companies are now actively developing their ultimate solution, which is XR. XR is the next-generation mobile computing platform that combines real and virtual worlds, including VR (Virtual Reality), AR (Augmented Reality), and MR (Mixed Reality). It is the key to the Metaverse, which can create immersive experiences. While XR has been applied in gaming and socializing for decades, it remained insipid until the technological advances and social changes brought about by the epidemic, which promoted the development of the Metaverse and inspired tens of billions of dollars of investment. It also made people believe that the Metaverse is the future and the next battlefield of the Internet. The XR market has been booming with great potential in recent years. The global VR industry size is expected to grow at an average annual rate of about 54% during the five years from 2020-2024, with VR growing at about 45% and AR growing at about 66%, both with a market share of RMB 240 billion in 2024, according to International Data Corporation (IDC). WiMi’s XR Opens Gate to the Metaverse It is sensible that the Metaverse will bring a new era for humanity in the coming years. WiMi Hologram Cloud (NASDAQ: WIMI) is devoting itself to developing Metaverse technology and has become an active player in this field. It is understood that the core team of WiMi has been engaged in the XR field for years. WiMi also established the Metaverse division to seize the golden opportunity and to design and produce industry benchmark XR products and experiences in software, content, system, SDK tools, and hardware for customers. After years of development, WiMi has become a leading XR builder in the industry and has established a relatively complete technology R&D system, content production and reserve system, and commercialization system. It has a robust XR technology research and development ecosystem. It has built an XR value industry chain with great potential for expansion. WiMi focuses on professional fields in Metaverse applications such as home entertainment, light field cinema, performing arts system, commercial publishing system, advertising display system, etc. In addition, WiMi has established a comprehensive XR content library compared to its peers. With 195 patents on technologies related to image processing and display, model input/output, 3D modeling, and 325 software copyrights, WiMi has produced over 4,600 high-quality, high-fidelity XR contents. In terms of the number of XR patents and software copyrights, WiMi is in the first tier of the industry. From the whole industry's perspective, XR technology commercialization has gone through the market education phase and gradually transitioned to the high-speed development period. Metaverse is a track with high market potential for WiMi. Based on the market trend and its experience, WiMi is firmly committed to a long-term development strategy and continues to improve brand awareness through the business market. WiMi is experienced in the market and can provide hardware and software solutions for the whole industry chain, empowering large enterprises and customers in the office, socializing, advertising, financing, and other fields, helping enterprises and customers reduce costs and increase efficiency. And next, WiMi will combine the advantages of 5G large bandwidth transmission, boost R&D and accumulate more service experience. Closing Remarks In 2022, the metaverse market is in full swing, with many tech companies scrambling to get in. Giants are entering the market, with Qualcomm launching a new generation of XR chips and Tencent setting up an XR division. More than 500 companies have reportedly joined the metaverse market. McKinsey believes the metaverse market will reach $5 trillion by 2030. This vast market share is unprecedented for all the major tech giants. About WIMI Hologram Cloud WiMi Hologram Cloud, Inc. (NASDAQ: WIMI), whose commercial operations began in 2015, is a holographic cloud comprehensive technical solution provider that focuses on professional areas including holographic AR automotive HUD software, 3D holographic pulse LiDAR, head-mounted light field holographic equipment, holographic semiconductor, holographic cloud software, holographic car navigation and others. Its services and holographic AR technologies include holographic AR automotive application, 3D holographic pulse LiDAR technology, holographic vision semiconductor technology, holographic software development, holographic AR advertising technology, holographic AR entertainment technology, holographic ARSDK payment, interactive holographic communication and other holographic AR technologies. This post contains sponsored advertising content. This content is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be investing advice. Contact Details WIMI Hologram Cloud Inc. pr@wimiar.com Company Website http://www.wimiar.com/en/

August 19, 2022 11:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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Nokia Radio Technology To Enable AST SpaceMobile's Direct-to-Cell Phone Connectivity From Space

Nokia

Nokia wins five-year global 4G and 5G deal from AST SpaceMobile AST SpaceMobile plans to bring cellular connectivity directly to 4G and 5G devices via low Earth-orbiting satellites in collaboration with mobile network operators Nokia and AST SpaceMobile committed to finding real-world solutions to expand universal coverage and close the digital divide around the world ESPOO, Finland, August 16, 2022 /3BL Media/ - Nokia today announced that they have signed a five-year 5G deal with AST SpaceMobile, Inc. (“AST SpaceMobile”) (NASDAQ: ASTS) – the company building the first and only space-based cellular broadband network accessible directly by standard 4G or 5G mobile devices. Under the deal, Nokia and AST SpaceMobile will work to achieve their joint ambition to expand universal coverage and connect underserved communities around the world. The launch of AST SpaceMobile’s BlueWalker 3 test satellite later this year will kick off global testing with mobile network operators on six continents. AST SpaceMobile's mission is to eliminate the connectivity gaps faced by over five billion mobile subscribers worldwide and to bring cellular broadband to approximately half of the world's population who remain unconnected. Their approach will mean that subscribers outside the reach of cellular coverage could have access to broadband speeds without having to invest in specialized hardware and be able to roam from land networks to space networks for the first time. Through its mobile network operator relationships, AST SpaceMobile has entered into agreements and understandings with mobile network operators which collectively service over 1.8 billion cellular customers. Nokia’s AirScale Single RAN equipment aims to enable AST SpaceMobile in providing mobile services to new and existing subscribers in regions currently not served by terrestrial communication networks. This includes connecting devices globally on land, at sea, or in flight. Nokia will provide equipment from its comprehensive, energy-efficient AirScale portfolio including its AirScale base stations powered by its latest generation of Nokia’s ReefShark System-on-Chip (SoC) chipsets. AST SpaceMobile will benefit from Nokia’s modular baseband plug-in cards which add capacity where it is needed offering flexibility and efficiency. Nokia will also provide its NetAct solution for network management and seamless daily network operations as well as optimization and technical support services. “Connectivity should be considered an essential service like water, electricity, or gas. Everyone should be able to have access to universal broadband services that will ensure that no one is left behind,” said Tommi Uitto, President of Mobile Networks at Nokia. “Nokia has a long history of delivering connectivity solutions that have had a major and positive impact on society. We have worked closely with AST SpaceMobile on this important initiative for two years which seeks to provide crucial connectivity from space to underserved communities around the world. We are of course proud our technology is playing an important role in underpinning the networks.” AST SpaceMobile plans to launch its BlueWalker 3 satellite for testing in early to mid-September from Cape Canaveral, Florida. BlueWalker 3 is a low Earth orbiting satellite and has an aperture of approximately 64 square meters (693 square feet), which is designed to communicate directly with cellular devices via 3GPP standard frequencies. Ultimately, AST SpaceMobile is aiming to deploy approximately 100 satellites to achieve substantial global mobile coverage. “With the integration of Nokia’s AirScale system, AST SpaceMobile and Nokia are taking an important step toward closing connectivity gaps all over the world," said Scott Wisniewski, Chief Strategy Officer at AST SpaceMobile. “Nokia is supporting us with dozens of engineers and development professionals, including leading architecture research experts at Bell Labs, the world-renowned industrial research arm of Nokia. In the coming months, we are scheduled to launch our BlueWalker 3 test satellite into low Earth orbit, which has a 64-square meter phased array antenna designed for direct-to-cell connectivity. With this satellite, we plan to conduct testing all over the world with leading mobile network operators, leveraging Nokia's technology solutions on the ground.” Nokia is committed to equitable opportunity for all and access to education, healthcare, jobs, and community digital services. Nokia supports the 2025 targets set by The Broadband Commission for Sustainable Development that aims to ‘connect the other half’ in the next five years. They are involved in several projects underway around the world including in El Salvador and Kenya. These public/private initiatives are designed to bring public services such as schools and hospitals online. They are intended to vastly improve internet access and create the foundations that will enable everyone to participate in the digital economy. Resources Nokia AirScale Image 1 About Nokia At Nokia, we create technology that helps the world act together. As a trusted partner for critical networks, we are committed to innovation and technology leadership across mobile, fixed and cloud networks. We create value with intellectual property and long-term research, led by the award-winning Nokia Bell Labs. Adhering to the highest standards of integrity and security, we help build the capabilities needed for a more productive, sustainable, and inclusive world. About AST SpaceMobile AST SpaceMobile is building the first and only global cellular broadband network in space to operate directly with standard, unmodified mobile devices based on our extensive IP and patent portfolio. Our engineers and space scientists are on a mission to eliminate the connectivity gaps faced by today's five billion mobile subscribers and finally bring broadband to the billions who remain unconnected. For more information, follow AST SpaceMobile on YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook. Watch this video for an overview of the SpaceMobile mission. Media Inquiries: Nokia Communications Email: press.services@nokia.com AST SpaceMobile Media: Brandyn Bissinger Email: press@ast-science.com AST SpaceMobile Investor: Scott Wisniewski Email: investors@ast-science.com View additional multimedia and more ESG storytelling from Nokia on 3blmedia.com

August 16, 2022 02:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time

STEM Education: Qualcomm Inspires the Next Generation of Inventors

Qualcomm

Science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) is the foundation for everything we do. It supports the brainpower behind the breakthrough technologies and inventions we bring to life. As technology leaders and a Company of inventors, we are committed to nurturing and equipping future innovators with the skills and knowledge to solve global challenges. We work to foster a diverse and inclusive workforce by advancing STEM education for students at all levels and from all backgrounds. A steady, diverse pipeline of STEM professionals is vital for Qualcomm’s continued leadership in technologies such as 5G and beyond. We invest in initiatives that: Bridge the STEM skills gap among students globally Build STEM capacity among teachers and educators Engage women and underrepresented minorities in STEM fields Leverage our employees as STEM ambassadors in our communities Our 2025 goals serve as milestones to our long-term success, and STEM education is a key part of these efforts. Our 2025 STEM goal is to continue to foster the next generation of innovators by inspiring 1.5 million students and teachers across the globe through our strategic STEM initiatives. This past year, we made great progress in this area. In 2021, we reached 561,063 students and 12,817 teachers through our social investments in the future workforce, such as our Thinkabit Lab summer programming, our alliance with FIRST and numerous other key collaborations across the globe. Learn more in Qualcomm's 2021 Corporate Responsibility Report View additional multimedia and more ESG storytelling from Qualcomm on 3blmedia.com

August 11, 2022 11:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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