This week, Ryan Connell sits down with Dr. Tom Rondeau, Principal Director of FutureG, to discuss the complexities and innovations behind wireless communications, from the defense applications of 5G to the groundbreaking potential of 6G. Tom shares his insights on the role of AI in wireless technology, the importance and challenges of interoperability within NATO, and the potential of open-source platforms in driving wireless innovation. Tune in to this eye-opening conversation on the seemingly “invisible” role this technology plays in the world of defense and beyond.

TIMESTAMPS:

(0:52) Meet Dr. Tom Rondeau

(1:36) What is 6G?

(2:23) The ins and outs of 5G technology

(5:54) How 5G plays a role in military and national security

(8:05) The importance of interoperability

(13:22) Cybersecurity in wireless communications

(16:01) AI and the future of 5G

(23:45) The potential of open source and open RAN

(30:09) Why this technology is critical to our everyday lives

LINKS:

Follow Ryan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-connell-8413a03a/

Follow Dr. Tom Rondeau: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasrondeau/

FutureG: https://rt.cto.mil/futureg-home/

CDAO: https://www.ai.mil/

Tradewinds: https://www.tradewindai.com/