William Rubio

Telecom is at a crossroads. Traditional strategies focused on speed and capacity no longer guarantee growth. As customers demand smarter, more personalized experiences, telcos face a choice: remain data pipes or evolve into intelligent platforms. This documentary series explores how AI, orchestration, and programmable APIs are enabling providers to reclaim their role as innovators, transforming legacy networks into revenue-generating ecosystems. Watch the first episode of Fierce NetworkTV's The Voice Renaissance to explore what this shift means for voice and intelligent communications. #Alianza #IntelligentCommunicationsFabric https://lnkd.in/g-S_XgX7

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As the nation’s leading media company serving the U.S. Hispanic community, NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises is providing vital information for voters through their award-winning community impact initiative, El Poder En Ti. Visit the link below to learn more.

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Voice is no longer a cost center it’s a growth lever ! This article explains how Alianza’s Intelligent Communications Fabric Experience Layer enables operators to modernize legacy voice, embed AI-driven services, and unlock new enterprise revenue without ripping and replacing the network. If your priorities include margin protection, differentiation vs. OTTs, and monetization beyond connectivity, this is worth your time. 👉 Read here: https://lnkd.in/gKgag_mF #UCaaS #DigitalTransformation #CloudCommunications #Alianza #ICF #IntelligentCommunicationsFabric

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Today's read: Harmonic Powers izzi’s Strategic Fiber Deployment with Virtualized Broadband Solutions 📣 https://lnkd.in/gnmE-eWN Harmonic announced that izzi, the largest MSO in Mexico and a subsidiary of the Televisa Group, has selected Harmonic’s industry-leading cOS™ virtualized broadband platform as one of the solutions for… Read the full story by visiting the link above ⬆️ Never miss a beat in telecoms. Catch the latest news on The Fast Mode 🚀 #telecoms #tech #innovations #5G #technology

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Mexico is preparing a major spectrum tender for 2026 aimed at expanding mobile broadband and 5G services by offering key frequency bands — notably the 600 MHz band and others suitable for wireless coverage — under a new auction framework that could link fees to coverage commitments to encourage deployment in underserved areas. This initiative follows the cancellation of the previous IFT-12 5G auction as the old regulator (IFT) is being dissolved and replaced by a new regulatory structure, with spectrum planning and tender timing now overseen by the Comisión Reguladora de Telecomunicaciones (CRT) under the Agencia de Transformación Digital y Telecomunicaciones. The changes come amid industry concerns about Mexico’s high spectrum costs — which have previously deterred participation — and broader regulatory shifts seeking to boost competition and network investment in the country’s telecom sector.

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As a paid board advisor to a telecom infrastructure company, I was tasked by the Board of Directors to evaluate how the sales and marketing team can effectively measure their success at trade shows. I recommended that we allow the VP of Sales and Marketing to take the lead in planning the event and determining the attendees. Unfortunately, the VP did not fully grasp the importance of measuring return on investment (ROI) related to travel, salaries, hotels, and how these costs relate to net margins. Instead, the focus was placed on gross revenue versus costs or Net Margins, overlooking the critical factor. This experience highlighted a gap in understanding the significance of financial education for sales and marketing teams. It’s essential for CEOs to invest time and resources in educating their sales personnel, especially Directors and VPs, on finance fundamentals to drive better decision-making and ultimately enhance performance. I recognize that I could have done more to support my previous sales teams in this area.

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Recent investments in submarine cable networks across the Caribbean reinforce the region’s growing role as a strategic hub for North American connectivity. Geography, proximity, and cost efficiency continue to make the Caribbean a critical platform for hyperscale growth and traffic expansion. While satellite solutions attract midia attention, subsea infrastructure remains the hub of global data transmission — supporting cloud scale, AI workloads, and digital transformation. Google’s new cable in the Dominican Republic is another clear signal: subsea is critical digital infrastructure. #submarinecable #DataCenters #Digitalinfrastructure

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Altice USA Bets on Mobile, Targets 1 Million Customers by 2027 Altice USA is placing a bet on its mobile business, and for good reason. The cable and broadband provider, which operates as a Mobile Virtual Network Operator (#MVNO) on T-Mobile’s network, is aggressively expanding its wireless footprint. During a recent earnings call, Altice USA's CEO Dennis Mathew expressed confidence in the company’s ability to grow, projecting they will reach one million mobile customers by 2027. How MVNOs Drive Growth MVNOs are a crucial part of the telecom ecosystem. Unlike major carriers that build and maintain their own networks, MVNOs lease network capacity from these carriers and offer their own branded services. This allows them to focus on unique service offerings and customer experience without the massive infrastructure costs. For Altice USA, this strategy is paying off. The company added 38,000 new mobile customers in the second quarter, demonstrating consistent growth. Dennis Matthew noted that the company is taking a disciplined approach to customer acquisition, prioritizing “higher-quality acquisitions” and strengthening verification processes. In the second quarter, 57% of new mobile customers ported their phone number, a significant jump from 34% a year ago. Additionally, 31% purchased a device with financing, up from 25% in the same period last year. These strategic improvements are having a direct impact on customer loyalty. Altice USA’s mobile churn—the rate at which customers leave—improved by nearly 600 basis points year-over-year. Altice USA sees its MVNO as a powerful tool for customer retention. By bundling mobile service with its core broadband offerings, the company creates a “stickiness effect.” Customers who have both services are less likely to leave, leading to an improved churn profile. Mobile has also become a critical component of the company’s customer care and retention efforts. According to Dennis Matthew, these channels are now among the largest for mobile sales, yet they still have significant room for growth. While Altice USA continues to navigate challenges in its traditional broadband and video markets, its MVNO is a bright spot. As the company focuses on strategic acquisitions, enhanced customer service, and the power of bundling, its goal of reaching one million mobile customers by 2027 seems well within reach. https://lnkd.in/esrRQJD5

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Grateful for the invitation to participate in the #IWD2026 Women in AV AVIXA event. It was a thoughtful and engaging discussion, and I was pleased to contribute as part of the panel. Thank you to the organizers for bringing us together. I really appreciate the opportunity to give back and support this professional community #GivetoGain A few themes from our conversation that stayed with me: 🪄 Community is built through genuine investment, showing up, offering curiosity, and giving before anything comes back. 🪄 Leadership can be quiet and intentional, grounded in clarity, context, and creating space for others to grow. 🪄 Sharing knowledge is an act of confidence and #generosity, not a risk, none of us succeed alone. 🪄 And for young professionals: you will never feel 100% ready. Stay curious, build relationships, learn the culture, and above all, stay authentic. I look forward to continuing these important conversations and contributing wherever I can Marielle Crisanti Heather Best Jennifer Orton Marion Randell

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Another step on the path to becoming the best connectivity provider in America ☑️ AT&T has agreed to acquire spectrum licenses from EchoStar Corporation. This acquisition bolsters our spectrum portfolio and enhances our customers’ 5G and home internet experience by: - Positioning us to maintain long-term leadership in advanced, high-performance connectivity – across 5G and fiber.  - Giving consumers more choice when selecting home internet and wireless services.   - Driving improved and capital efficient long-term growth.  No one brings wireless and #fiber internet to more places or does it better than we do. With this spectrum, we’re adding fuel to our winning strategy.    Read our news release 👇 #5G #wireless #connectingchangeseverything https://lnkd.in/gVSUakCN

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In the latest episode of Trusted Connections, Joe Scattareggia sits down with MDC Data Centers' CEO, Juan Salazar, to break down the surge in U.S. to Mexico connectivity. From booming border markets to AI-driven fiber demand and MDC’s move into Querétaro, this episode explores how cross-border infrastructure is rapidly evolving and why this matters for the future of network growth. Tune in here: https://okt.to/XpT1so A terrific video on AI and the evolving need for infrastructure and the outlook for network facilities. #TrustedConnections #UnitiWholesale #AI

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In recent months I’ve spoken and written a lot about reinvigorating the telco voice market, especially using AI, contextual data and smarter capabilities in the cloud and on devices. I’m keynoting about this at the Alianza #Navigate25 event in Salt Lake City next week. So it’s good timing for AT&T to announce its trial of an AI-based call-screening “receptionist”. It uses #GenAI to ask non-whitelist inbound callers about the purpose of their call, and helps determine relevance and value before alerting the human recipient (or not). It’s not the first such call-screening tool - I’ve seen broadly similar examples from BT Group, Swisscom , Telstra, TalkTalk, Charter Communications and others. There are also versions built into #Android and #iOS. There’s value to both in-network and on-device approaches, as well as 3rd party cloud platforms. This sits alongside a wide range of other advanced voice solutions and applications. #AgenticAI can even be set up as a dedicated endpoint on phone networks, allowing a measure of backward compatibility. There’s also a shift from text-to-speech and speech-to-text via LLMs, to live speech-to-speech to reduce latency. That may be a feature of the AT&T offer, based on the phrasing of its blog post. Bridging these advanced voice platforms with #NetworkAPIs, #IoT and #SmartHome systems and vertical solutions for health and social care is also becoming feasible. South Korean operators have had eldercare voice applications for several years, for example. If you’re interested in hearing/debating more about voice innovation & can’t get to Salt Lake City next week, pencil November 6th in your diary for another #UnthinkableLab workshop on Voice + AI in London, run by myself & Andrew Collinson. Agenda and registration details will be up soon. https://lnkd.in/eM-3HSbH

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📡 Rethinking Spectrum Value If spectrum had no value, for example why did Telefónica’s market valuation in Mexico change when it decided to give up its mobile network operations and rely on AT&T’s infrastructure? The answer? Spectrum is not just a regulatory asset — it’s a strategic one. A company with access to high-quality spectrum — bands that offer broader coverage or require less investment to deploy — commands greater investor confidence. And let’s not forget the importance of license duration: a 20-year concession offers far more long-term value than one with only five years remaining. Yet, too often, we reduce spectrum valuation to short-term revenue projections. What gets overlooked? Key factors like coverage obligations, which represent real investments that benefit both operators and society. In many markets, these elements are still not fully integrated into how we price and allocate spectrum — and that’s a problem. Yes, there have been cases of overvaluation — but that doesn’t mean spectrum lacks intrinsic value. On the contrary, there’s huge potential to improve how we understand, assess, and regulate this critical resource. Let’s move beyond the treating spectrum as a commodity. It’s time to rethink its role — as a driver of competition, innovation, and digital inclusion across the region. 👉 What do you think? How should regulators and operators better capture the full economic and strategic value of spectrum? Contact us to know more about #SpectrumInvest and improve the spectrum value with sense, as an advanced telecom regulator. #Telecom #SpectrumPolicy #Regulation #LatinAmerica #5G #Telecommunications #Investment #DigitalInfrastructure #MobileNetworks #PublicPolicy #Connectivity https://lnkd.in/eND8HKWn

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3 Reasons Your Telecom & Mobility Team Should Join AOTMP® (Silver, Gold, or Platinum Levels) If you’re leading or supporting technology management in telecom or mobility, here’s why AOTMP® membership is a smart move: 🔹 Exclusive Peer Insights Monthly peer-to-peer discussions (no vendors, no sales pitches) offer real-world perspectives from tech leaders facing the same challenges you are. 🔹 Actionable Topics That Matter From managing legacy systems and AI/ML adoption to CX improvements and expense optimization, discussions focus on what actually moves the needle. 🔹 Build Strategic Value Connect with experts tackling shared priorities like overcoming budget constraints, communicating across the business, and measuring true operational impact. This is where modern telecom and mobility professionals sharpen their edge. ➡️ Learn more: www.aotmp.com #Telecom #MobilityManagement #ITLeadership #AOTMP #PeerLearning #TechnologyManagement #TEM #DigitalTransformation #CX #ITStrategy

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Lumen Technologies and Seren JUNO Network Corporation are partnering to support high-powered, trans-Pacific data transport. Learn about the benefits of this partnership: https://bit.ly/4krfcTX #TrustedNetwork

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🌵 Big news from the heart of #Texas! 🌟 At InterFast Telecom, we've been diving deep into MIDSIZE technology, and let me tell you, the possibilities are pretty exciting! 😎 MIDSIZE stands for "Managed Integrated Data Services Implemented with Virtual Elements," and it's all about smarter, more flexible networking solutions for businesses big and small. What does that mean for you? Think faster connections, more reliable services, and tailored solutions that grow with your business. Whether https://hubs.li/Q037RDg20

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