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AWS invests $50B in federal AI infrastructure

AWS invests $50B in federal AI infrastructure
Amazon Web Services plans a sweeping expansion of classified and government cloud capacity to accelerate AI and high‑performance computing for U.S. agencies. AWS will invest up to $50 billion starting in 2026 to deliver purpose‑built AI and HPC infrastructure for federal customers. The buildout spans AWS Top Secret, AWS Secret, and AWS GovCloud (US) Regions. The expansion is designed to compress analysis timelines and enable AI‑assisted workflows across national security and civil missions. AWS is making a generational bet that AI and HPC, delivered inside accredited government regions at massive scale, will redefine how federal missions operate.

FCC targets HKT: Section 214 revocation risk

FCC targets HKT: Section 214 revocation risk
The U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has opened a proceeding to revoke HKT International’s Section 214 authorizations, citing national security concerns tied to its affiliations and the evolving U.S.–China risk posture. Section 214 authority is the gatekeeper for carriers to originate, terminate, or carry traffic that touches the U.S., including wholesale voice, IP transit, subsea capacity backhaul, and certain enterprise connectivity. Over the past five years, the FCC—often in coordination with the interagency “Team Telecom” group (DOJ, DHS, DOD)—has revoked or denied comparable permissions for China Telecom (Americas), China Unicom (Americas), and Pacific Networks/ComNet, among others, after similar “order to show cause” phases. The next 60–120 days could reshape interconnection routes, roaming relationships, and wholesale arrangements touching Hong Kong-to-U.S. traffic paths.

Pentagon CIO backs national spectrum sharing demos

Pentagon CIO backs national spectrum sharing demos
The Department of Defense and the National Spectrum Consortium (NSC) are moving five industry-academia teams into field demonstrations to validate dynamic spectrum coexistence between defense systems and commercial networks. The focus is practical: prove that military radar, weapons systems, and electronic sensors can operate alongside commercial 5G/6G-class networks in the same bands without harmful interference. Experiments are slated to begin as early as November, with results feeding a follow-on study on dynamic spectrum operations mandated by the 2023 National Spectrum Strategy.

FCC Spectrum: Protect CBRS and 6 GHz

FCC Spectrum: Protect CBRS and 6 GHz
With the FCC under pressure to deliver 300 MHz of auctionable spectrum, a group of Senate Republicans is urging the agency to preserve the shared 3.5 GHz CBRS band and the unlicensed 6 GHz band that underpin private 5G and next‑gen Wi‑Fi. Ten Senate Republicans, including five members of the Senate Commerce Committee, sent a letter urging the FCC to ensure existing operations in the 6 GHz and Citizens Broadband Radio Service (CBRS) bands continue “without disruption.” NTIA Administrator Arielle Roth called for preserving 6 GHz for Wi‑Fi, a stance applauded by NCTA as a recognition that unlicensed spectrum is an economic engine.

5G Open RAN in US Defense: From Prototype to Full Deployment

5G Open RAN in US Defense: From Prototype to Full Deployment
The US Department of Defense has transitioned 5G Open RAN from prototype to full operational deployment, enhancing military logistics, automation, and cybersecurity. With industry partners like JMA Wireless and Federated Wireless, the DoD is leveraging 5G for mission-critical operations. This article explores how 5G Open RAN improves operational resilience, workforce efficiency, and future military applications, including spectrum management and AI-driven network optimization.

Federated Wireless deploys Private 5G for Military Logistics at Albany Base

Federated Wireless deploys Private 5G for Military Logistics at Albany Base
Federated Wireless has launched the Department of Defense’s first commercial private 5G network at the Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany. Utilizing CBRS spectrum, the network enhances real-time inventory tracking, process automation, and operational efficiency, reducing labor costs by 55% and boosting inventory accuracy to 98%. This deployment serves as a model for military logistics modernization across the DoD, leveraging cutting-edge technology from JMA Wireless and HPE.

Verizon Secures 5G Upgrade Contract for 85% U.S. Air Force Bases

Verizon Secures 5G Upgrade Contract for 85% U.S. Air Force Bases
Verizon Business has secured a contract to enhance 5G and 4G LTE networks at 35 U.S. Air Force bases. Under the Air Force’s Offer to Lease (OTL) program, Verizon will deploy critical upgrades, including C-Band carrier layers, macro towers, and small cell installations. These enhancements will improve speed, bandwidth, and latency, supporting military operations, personnel, and surrounding communities.

DoD’s Private 5G Deployment Strategy to Modernize Military Communications

5G Open RAN in US Defense: From Prototype to Full Deployment
The U.S. Department of Defense has unveiled its strategy for deploying private 5G networks to enhance operational capabilities, connectivity, and security across military installations. This initiative, tied to the DoD's modernization plans, focuses on mission-specific 5G solutions, streamlined acquisitions, and Open RAN innovation.

AST SpaceMobile Wins U.S. SDA Contract for Space-Based Broadband

AT&T and AST SpaceMobile Partner to Expand Satellite Connectivity
AST SpaceMobile, the innovator of space-based cellular broadband, has been awarded an initial contract with the U.S. Space Development Agency under the HALO program. This agreement opens doors for AST SpaceMobile to demonstrate its space-based communication technology in government applications, enhancing both national security and commercial connectivity.
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