An ad-hoc group of companies, organizations and public-sector institutions looking to bust the Wi-Fi/#unlicensedspectrum bottleneck. #WifiAtWork #CBRSsuccess
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WifiForward’s Mary Brown spoke to the demand for Wi-Fi: "Consumer devices shipping in North America went from 95 million devices that shipped in 2024 to an estimated 367 million that will ship in 2029. That is a 288% increase that is projected by @ABIresearch.”
As AI accelerates in workplaces, schools, healthcare facilities, and more, robust #WiFi networks will be more important than ever to keep pace. In a recent letter to @SenateCommerce, WifiForward emphasized the need for unlicensed spectrum to support AI: wififorward.org/resource/wif…
Data centers may power AI, but homes, schools, hospitals, and workplaces are where people experience its benefits. As AI demand grows, strong Wi‑Fi and sufficient spectrum will be more important than ever. Read more: wififorward.org/news/blog-wi…
The world is splitting into different approaches to the 6 GHz band. The question is simple: how do we ensure consumers, businesses, and innovators have the connectivity they need to compete and grow? The answer: Unlicensed spectrum. More in @IEEESpectrum: spectrum.ieee.org/6g-wifi-un…
The first Trump Admin gave America a huge Wi-Fi advantage. But @CoryGardner is right: all of that is in danger as China expands its influence. We must resist China's advances, defend unlicensed spectrum, and make even more spectrum available for Wi-Fi. washingtontimes.com/news/202…
America is investing trillions in AI infrastructure. But AI only creates value when people can actually use it. That's where Wi‑Fi comes in. Our latest blog looks at why Wi‑Fi is the link between AI investment and real-world adoption. Read more: wififorward.org/news/blog-wi…
Just in from @Speedtest: unlicensed spectrum in the 6 GHz band is skyrocketing, up 62% YoY to represent 13.8% of U.S. #WiFi traffic. As 6 GHz enters the mainstream, it’s critical that policymakers identify additional spectrum for unlicensed use. More: ookla-marketing-generator.oo…
“Washington policymakers must stop treating 6 GHz as though it were a domestic telecom squabble. It is a test of whether America can recognize a win, defend it and persuade the world to follow our lead.” More in @WashTimes: washingtontimes.com/news/202…
AI traffic is booming, with much of it traveling over #WiFi. That’s why we highlighted why preserving the 6 GHz band for unlicensed use is critical to unleashing America's AI mission in a letter to @SenateCommerce leaders earlier this month: wififorward.org/resource/wif…
Demand for #WiFi via the 6 GHz band is booming, and large-scale events such as BottleRock 2026 prove it. In fact, the three-day festival saw 28,212 connected devices – a 4.7x increase from the year before. More from @Cisco: blogs.cisco.com/networking/t…
According to @Speedtest’s latest report, Wi-Fi 7 and the 6 GHz band are already delivering major wins for American consumers, including 76% faster download speeds. Read more on the latest and greatest #WiFi technologies, powered by unlicensed spectrum.
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Back-to-school season is a reminder that Wi-Fi is no longer just a convenience. With students, teachers, and connected devices relying on Wi-Fi every day, additional unlicensed spectrum will be critical to meeting this demand. Read more: wififorward.org/news/blog-ba…
AI is accelerating fast, and Wi-Fi networks must keep up. With 73% of businesses expecting capacity constraints within the next two years, more unlicensed spectrum is essential to strengthen the #WiFi powering AI. More from @Cisco: cisco.com/c/dam/m/en_us/solu…
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Yes! The United States’ firm position that the entire 6GHz band should be reserved for unlicensed use is a perfect example of the early positioning needed to fend off China and drive innovation around the world.
.@FCC Commissioner @AGomezFCC pointed towards WRC-27 as an opportunity to build global consensus around spectrum policy during a fireside chat at the #CTIAWirelessPolicyForum.
The debate over 6 GHz isn’t just about spectrum. It’s about whether the U.S. will continue leading the next generation of wireless innovation. Read more in @WashTimes: washingtontimes.com/news/202…
Wi-Fi 7 is gaining momentum in the U.S., with @Speedtest reporting nationwide adoption at 7.2%, up 4x from last year. American innovation leads globally, accounting for half of the top 10 networks. Read more about the current state of Wi-Fi 7: ookla-marketing-generator.oo…
As students and teachers head back to school, they're packing more than notebooks and backpacks. Today's classrooms run on #WiFi, powering everything from digital learning tools to student communications. Read more in our latest blog: wififorward.org/news/blog-ba…
According to @Cisco, nearly half of all BottleRock fans connected on 6 GHz at this year’s three-day event – another example of how unlicensed #WiFi is changing the game for wireless connectivity. blogs.cisco.com/networking/t…
The spectrum decisions of today will help determine who leads tomorrow’s digital economy. The 6 GHz debate is about innovation, investment, and future connectivity. Read more in @IEEESpectrum: spectrum.ieee.org/6g-wifi-un…
Hey CTIA, aren't you forgetting something? Nearly 90% of that wireless traffic claimed in your report runs over Wi-Fi. Stop hiding the ball. Read the facts: wififorward.org/news/new-stu…
From AI to wearables to streaming, Americans are relying on wireless more than ever. Last year, data usage reached a record 159.3 trillion MBs—up 20% year-over-year and 39% more than the entire 4G decade combined. More in our Annual Survey: bit.ly/4gzciwU
ALT Bar chart titled "2026 Annual Survey Highlights" from CTIA, showing a steady increase in wireless data demand from 2010 to 2025. Each year, demand rises, depicted by growing bars. Starting at 388 million megabytes in 2010, reaching 159.3 trillion megabytes by 2025. Notably, there’s a highlighted 20% increase in data demand year-over-year from 2023 to 2024, represented by a truck icon.