Basil Alwan, CEO of Tarana Wireless, discusses the lack of access to fast, affordable broadband service worldwide. The podcast explores Tarana's innovative wireless network technology for home broadband. It also highlights the advantages of unlicensed spectrum in mobile networks and how interference can be canceled out using innovative technology.
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Tarana Wireless uses wireless technology to provide high-speed, reliable connections for home broadband without relying on traditional infrastructure.
Tarana Wireless utilizes a combination of licensed and unlicensed spectrum to ensure reliability and affordability in their wireless broadband service.
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Toronto Wireless: A Unique Solution for Bridging the Digital Divide
Toronto Wireless has developed a wireless technology for home broadband that rivals fiber in terms of performance. Unlike other wireless technologies like 5G and Wi-Fi, Toronto Wireless focuses on delivering high-speed connections with low latency specifically for home broadband. They have spent over a decade perfecting their technology, which includes advanced tricks to achieve better performance, non-line-of-sight capabilities, and the use of both licensed and unlicensed spectrum. By operating in the mid-band spectrum range, Toronto Wireless strikes a balance between speed and distance. Their technology cancels interference in real-time, allowing for reliable connections even in areas without infrastructure. With multiple tools and approaches, Toronto Wireless aims to serve urban, rural, and densely packed areas that may not have access to reliable internet services.
The Significance of Unlicensed Spectrum for Toronto Wireless
One key aspect of Toronto Wireless' technology is its utilization of unlicensed spectrum. While licensed spectrum may be quickly consumed by existing mobile networks, the ability to leverage unlicensed spectrum effectively opens up more possibilities. Toronto Wireless has innovated a unique solution to cancel out interference from nearby transmissions in real-time. This digital signal processing technique allows them to focus on desired signals even in the presence of other transmissions. By making smart use of unlicensed spectrum alongside licensed spectrum, Toronto Wireless is able to ensure reliability and provide a more affordable alternative to traditional wireless companies without relying on the infrastructure of large telecom carriers.
Toronto Wireless' Versatile Customer Base and Equipment
Toronto Wireless caters to a range of customers based on their specific needs. Fiber-optic cables are typically the go-to solution for densely packed areas where the economics make sense. On the other end, satellite broadband serves the ultra-remote regions with no existing infrastructure. Toronto Wireless fills the gap in between, offering connectivity options for sparse urban, dense suburban, and rural areas. Customers simply need a small, flat antenna outside their home, connected to an ethernet cable inside. The service provides various tiered options, including speeds of up to gigabit down and 500 megabits up. With a potentially large global market and proprietary technology, Toronto Wireless is considering future growth opportunities, including the possibility of going public.
Basil Alwan, CEO of Tarana Wireless, on working to solve the problem of the lack of adequate access to fast, affordable broadband service around the world. Hosts: Tim Stenovec and Simone Foxman. Producer: Paul Brennan.