OUR MISSION
The Open RAN Policy Coalition is a group of companies formed to promote policies that will advance the adoption of open and interoperable solutions in the Radio Access Network (RAN) as a means to create innovation, spur competition and expand the supply chain for advanced wireless technologies including 5G.
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Last week, the Federal Communications Commission announced new targeted investments in the deployment of 5G services. As part of a larger effort to promote the deployment of Open RAN and its benefits for competition, national security, and supply chain reliability, the 5G Fund now includes up to $900 million in incentives for incorporating Open RAN into 5G Fund supported networks. Below is a statement from Open RAN Policy Coalition Executive Director Diane Rinaldo:"This announcement by the FCC marks a significant milestone in the advancement of 5G services and the promotion of Open RAN technologies. By allocating up to $900 million for Open RAN deployment, the FCC has underscored the importance of fostering innovation and competition, as well as ensuring a resilient supply chain in our telecommunications infrastructure. The Open RAN Policy Coalition app...
On August 21, the Open RAN Policy Coalition filed comments in response to the National Telecommunications and Information Agency’s (NTIA’s) request for comment on the Advancement of 6G Telecommunications Technology.
EchoStar recently announced the opening of the Open RAN Center for Integration and Deployment (ORCID), a facility offering trusted participants in the U.S. and around the world the opportunity to test and validate Open RAN solutions using a live Open RAN 5G network.