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DOD looking to award another $280M for microelectronics projects

The Department of Defense issued a call for proposals for the Microelectronics Commons.

Dec 18, 2023 By Jon Harper

A work crew prepares a 5G mobile test station for testing at Hill Air Force Base, Utah, Feb. 25, 2022. The mobile test station was used during a series of 5G avionics tests as part of demonstration to implement 5G technologies without compromising the safety of military and civilian aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by R. Nial Bradshaw)

Biden’s spectrum strategy calls for follow-on study of dynamic sharing between DOD, private sector

The White House's National Spectrum Strategy establishes near- and long-term guidance to modernize the United States’ spectrum policy.

Nov 13, 2023 By Mikayla Easley

An UH-60 Blackhawk flies multiple passes at different altitudes over the runway during a series of 5G avionics tests March 2, 2022, at Hill Air Force Base, Utah. A 5G mobile test station was used during the testing as part of demonstration to implement 5G technologies without compromising the safety of military and civilian aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Cynthia Griggs)

Tech experts push for O-RAN in military network modernization

The U.S. military is experimenting with open-radio access network capabilities and 5G.

Nov 9, 2023 By Jon Harper

Pentagon, telecom industry’s battle over spectrum symptomatic of a troubled system

The U.S. military uses a part of the mid-band spectrum to operate its radars, satellites, navigation systems and more. Now wireless companies want that same spectrum to…

Jul 31, 2023 By Mikayla Easley

Bridging the wireless gaps: Why ‘in-building’ connectivity is crucial for federal agencies

5G small-cell technology can enable federal employees to stay connected wirelessly within various building structures.

May 31, 2023 By Bryan Schromsky

US moves to open more spectrum for 5G while safeguarding military assets

The State Department has submitted a proposal asking to open up the 3300-3400 MHz band of the spectrum to 5G mobile services within the Americas.

May 16, 2023 By Mikayla Easley

DOD’s Dr. Tom Rondeau speaks on a panel about 5G at DefenseTalks 2023. (DefenseScoop)

Pentagon to transfer 5G efforts to CIO, establish O-RAN pilots

On Oct. 1, the CIO’s organization will take the lead on those efforts and expand the scope of current 5G testing and experimentation, DOD CIO John Sherman…

May 11, 2023 By Mikayla Easley

Pentagon’s 5G office sponsoring Open RAN technology challenge with more than $6M in cash prizes

The U.S. government is now accepting applications for the “2023 5G Challenge: Advanced Interoperability” initiative aimed at validating open radio access network (Open RAN) technology for U.S.…

Feb 2, 2023 By Jon Harper

Aerial view of Pearl Harbor, which is used as a deep water naval base by the U.S. Navy and headquarters of the U.S. Pacific Fleet. (Getty Images)

Startups to pilot emerging tech for the Navy’s Pacific Fleet via new ‘Propel Hawaii’ accelerator

Applications for the NSIN Propel Hawaii accelerator are due from startups by Friday.

Jan 4, 2023 By Brandi Vincent

Lockheed, Verizon use drone swarm to transfer ISR data between 5G networks in ongoing pilot

The next demonstration is slated for November, officials told DefenseScoop on Tuesday.

Sep 28, 2022 By Brandi Vincent