Patent-pending 5G standards-based solution We establish alignment with the technology that will drive next-generation innovation for cable operators, help grow and retain customers, and drive the mobile ecosystem for wireless operators.
Development of the new architecture is being led by Air5 co-founders Jan Uddenfeldt and Lorenz Glatz, technologists who helped design today’s major technology standards used across the wireless and cable industries.
PALO ALTO, Calif., August 22, 2024–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Air 5™ (air5.io), a Silicon Valley-based new technology company focused on wired and wireless network collaboration, appointed wireless industry veteran Jeff Brown as CEO and unveiled a groundbreaking, patent-pending 5G standards-based network architecture that effectively blends disparate broadband infrastructures for the first time. This innovative new concept allows 5G-based network architectures to seamlessly share cable’s Hybrid Fiber Coaxial (HFC) infrastructure with the industry’s current DOCSIS standard.
The company also has a prestigious Management Team and Advisory Committee The group is comprised of some of the world’s most respected C-level technologists and business luminaries from some of the world’s best-known cable, wireless and technology companies, including Liberty Global, Ericsson, Vodafone, Cisco, Charter, Comcast, Motorola and AT&T. This group of industry change makers will participate in the continued development and execution of the Air5 vision.
By merging wireless and wired broadband networks onto one unified 5G infrastructure, Air5’s novel architecture will foster more innovative, interconnected mobile solutions and enhance the ability to enable customer growth across the wired and wireless ecosystem. The company also expects the new technology will enable faster speeds, higher levels of security and a smooth transition of current broadband systems to Air5’s architecture, while also making it easier to leverage advances in artificial intelligence already implemented in 5G technology.
“The new Air5 technology will bring the disruption of 5G beyond mobile and fixed wireless access to cable broadband, delivering faster speeds, greater efficiency and new broadband experiences to our combined customer base,” said Air5’s Dr. Jan Udenfeldtco-founder of Air5 and former CTO of Ericsson, one of the leading vendors in the wireless ecosystem. Uddenfeldt is considered the godfather of today’s wireless technology standards, a member of the Wireless Hall of Fame, and has 45 years of experience in the field through roles at Ericsson, Sony, and 20 Silicon Valley startups.
“Air5’s global wireless and cable technology teams will ensure that our technology is responsive to domestic and international opportunities and challenges associated with the integration of 5G across all industries,” he added. Lorenz Gratzco-founder of Air5, former CTO of Kabel Deutschland (Vodafone), and former SVP of Design and Architecture at Liberty Global. “This is a rare blend of executives driving a new and improved meaning for the convergence of wireless and wired broadband.”
CEO Jeff Brownis a wireless industry veteran who has served as CEO eight times and held executive roles at PacTel Cellular (Verizon) and McCaw Cellular (AT&T Wireless). His previous wireless-focused companies include RadioFrame Networks, Kineto Wireless and Accuris Networks.
“Air5’s unique 5G standards-based architecture provides a major boost to all wireless and cable operators by facilitating a richer, broader and more accessible infrastructure for innovation and customer engagement,” Brown said. “Our solution will enable new capabilities, services and economies of scale while allowing operators to take advantage of artificial intelligence and other fast-growing new technologies that are already integrated into the operations and customer solutions of these networks.”
“Jeff Brown has a strong operational track record and vision in the wireless and technology industries.” Sudheer Ispahani“We are excited to have Jeff join the Air5 team and look forward to benefiting from his exceptional leadership skills and deep industry expertise and experience,” said Jeff, Chairman of the Board of Air5 and former CTO of Liberty Global.
Longtime cable executives agree that the Air5 will help cable companies differentiate themselves and improve customer adoption through advanced 5G network capabilities.
“As cable companies continue to find success in the mobile space, to sustain that success and achieve profitability, their network models must evolve to support further growth and enhance owner economics,” he said. Marwan Fawazan Air5 Advisory Board member and a prominent cable, telecommunications and broadband executive who has held leadership and advisory roles at Charter Communications, Motorola, Alphabet and Nest.
Kip Compton“The innovative Air5 architecture will help cable companies and their incumbent vendor ecosystem participate in the vibrant 5G-based innovation marketplace, maximizing choice for all players,” added Air5 Advisory Board member and veteran video, IoT and cloud software leader, and former Cisco and Comcast executive.
According to Statista, “The number of 5G mobile subscriptions worldwide is estimated to reach 2.17 billion in 2024, up from just 1.58 billion the previous year. This figure is expected to exceed 5.56 billion ten years later, with 5G expected to overtake 4G as the world’s leading mobile network technology.”
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About Air5 (air5.io)
Founded in 2024 and based in Palo Alto, California, Air5 and its patent-pending 5G standards-based architecture technology harmonizes the wireless and wired cable broadband ecosystems to provide a more vibrant and ubiquitous environment for the development of dynamic value-added mobile solutions and innovative strategies for customer retention and growth. The company is led by wireless pioneer and veteran CEO Jeff Brown, who has assembled an impressive team of distinguished global technologists and business luminaries responsible for leading and innovating for some of the world’s most prominent cable, wireless and technology companies.
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