M&A activity among ISPs is accelerating and is picking up quickly. Fiber lead times are running close to 50 weeks, construction costs are expected to rise as BEAD work ramps in 2027 and 2028, and private equity investments are looking for returns. For many operators, acquisition is now a faster and more economical path to
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2026: The Year Broadband Moves Forward By Arun Pasrija, CEO, CHR Solutions Two big things will shape 2026 for broadband: BEAD and AI. We have been talking about BEAD for more than four years now, and it finally feels real. Awards are being announced, states are getting ready, and even if there are a few
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1. Manual ≠ Low Risk It’s a common misconception that if your systems aren’t cloud-connected, they’re somehow protected from attack. In reality, aging, patchwork workflows are a major liability. Paper records, manual processes and outdated workflows are often riddled with vulnerabilities—and they rarely meet today’s security standards. Common risks include: Modern platforms, on the other
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The telecom industry isn’t just dipping its toes into Artificial Intelligence (AI); it is diving in headfirst. AI is revolutionizing telecom operations, making networks smarter, enhancing customer experiences, streamlining billing processes and boosting productivity. From anticipating network failures and equipment malfunctions to optimizing billing and provisioning, AI is redefining infrastructure performance. It analyzes vast amounts
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