Network connections expand to accommodate growing needs
Implications - As smart cities grow and require enhanced connectivity, network providers are expanding connections to be more robust and versatile. This push towards enhanced network connections readies both dense and remote areas for technological integration and future technologies, and speaks to the value and importance consumers place on connectivity.
Trend Themes
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Enhanced Network Connections — Companies are expanding connections for technological integration, which presents opportunities to develop further innovation such as smart cities and future technology integration
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Internet for Developing Nations — Google's Project Loon and fleet of satellites presents disruptive innovation opportunities to bring individuals in developing nations online to help accelerate the development of their communities.
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Smart Street Lighting — The Smartpole Streetlights, which serve as cellular hubs to boost LTE reception, presents opportunities for more innovative and efficient lighting solutions while also improving connectivity.
Industry Implications
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Telecommunications — Telecommunications companies have the opportunity to enhance network connections to cater to the needs of customers and adapt to technological advancements.
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Internet Technology — With the push towards Internet for developing nations and large scale Internet-beaming structures, tech developers have a chance to create innovative ways to bring individuals who had no access to the online world, online.
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Smart City Infrastructure — There are opportunities to develop future initiatives for smart cities as network providers expand connections to accommodate technological integration.
