Connectivity Technology Blog

As another year draws to a close, it's time to reflect on 2024 and celebrate the content that resonated most with our readers. Whether you're a long-time follower or a recent subscriber, your engagement drives our passion for exploring connectivity technologies. As per tradition, here are the highlights from this year. Top 5 Most Viewed Posts of the Year (Regardless of Publication Date) These timeless pieces continue to captivate readers year after year. To give you some context, I've included the month and year they were first published. Dive into these enduring favourites: Laser Inter-Satellite Links (LISLs) in a Starlink Constellation , Feb 2022 IEEE 802.11bn Ultra High Reliability (UHR), a.k.a. Wi-Fi 8 , Mar 2023 NTT Docomo's Disaster Countermeasures to Keep People Connected , Jan 2023 GSMA's DIG discusses how 5G Networks will handle UAV Layer , June 2022 CSI-RS vs SRS Beamforming , Mar 2021 Top 3 Most Viewed Posts Published in 2024 While none of our newest cont...

The 2024 Global Forum on Connecting the World from the Skies , held on November 25-26, brought together policymakers, industry leaders, and technical experts to discuss the evolving landscape of Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTNs). Hosted by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and Saudi Arabia’s Communications, Space & Technology Commission (CST), the event highlighted NTNs' critical role in shaping the future of global connectivity. The conference featured a rich lineup of keynote speeches, panel discussions, tutorial sessions, and an award ceremony. One standout session on Day 1 was the tutorial "Satellite Communications: Current Trends and Key Challenges," delivered by Professor Riccardo De Gaudenzi of the University of Parma. This session explored the vital role satellite networks play in global communication, from video broadcasting to bridging connectivity gaps in underserved regions. Traditionally focused on broadcasting and professional applications, s...