The Signal: A Wi-Fi Alliance podcast

Wi-Fi Alliance

The Signal, a Wi-Fi Alliance® podcast, delivers a new perspective on the growing portfolio of Wi-Fi technologies by breaking down the new tools, programs, and capabilities that are changing the connectivity landscape.

  1. 22 OCT.

    Access to 6 GHz is essential for Wi-Fi®: a conversation with Dean Bubley of Disruptive Analysis

    In today's episode, we sit down with Dean Bubley, Tech Industry Analyst and Futurist with Disruptive Analysis, to discuss the ongoing conversation over the 6 GHz spectrum. Dean breaks down the politics, policy, and potential of 6 GHz, and we discuss why the band is essential for home, enterprise, and industrial Wi-Fi. We also examine the misconceptions around the “5G and 6G race,” and Dean explains how solutions like dynamic spectrum sharing could offer a better path forward. Tune in to discover how preserving the 6 GHz band for Wi-Fi could shape the future of global connectivity. Dean Bubley: After Budget Bill, Do No Harm to CBRS and 6 GHz For Wi-Fi Alliance For Membership Info General Contact

    25 min

  2. 8 OCT.

    Driving into the future: Wi-Fi 7 and connected vehicles with Franz Dugand of Ceva

    In this episode, we sit down with Franz Dugand, Senior Director of Product Marketing for Wireless IoT at Ceva, to explore how Wi-Fi 7 is transforming automotive connectivity. From enabling wireless infotainment and faster over-the-air updates to supporting vehicle-to-vehicle safety communications and even child presence detection, Wi-Fi 7 is paving the way for smarter, safer, automotive experiences. Tune in for Franz's insights about how Wi-Fi and 5G enable connected cars, how AI will impact connected cars, and his predictions for how Wi-Fi 8 will influence the automotive sector. For Wi-Fi Alliance For Membership Info General Contact

    18 min
  3. Special Feature: PolicyTracker's Spectrum Policy Podcast with Kevin Robinson of Wi-Fi Alliance

    24 SEPT.

    Special Feature: PolicyTracker's Spectrum Policy Podcast with Kevin Robinson of Wi-Fi Alliance

    Kevin Robinson, President and CEO of Wi-Fi Alliance, was recently featured on PolicyTracker's Spectrum Policy Podcast hosted by Richard Haas. Listen to the episode to hear Kevin and Richard discuss the One Big Beautiful Bill's potential impact on unlicensed spectrum and Wi-Fi. For more episodes of PolicyTracker's Spectrum Podcast, click here. PolicyTracker also produces a newsletter, a research service, and hosts training courses on spectrum policy. We hope you enjoy this episode, and please don’t forget to rate and review The Signal in your favorite podcast app.

    32 min

  4. 10 SEPT.

    Charting new waters: Cisco’s petition to bring 6 GHz Wi-Fi® to the cruise industry with Bill Davenport and Matt Swartz

    In this episode, we sit down with Bill Davenport, Senior Director for Connectivity and Technology Policy at Cisco, and Matt Swartz, Distinguished Engineer at Cisco, to discuss Cisco's recent petition to the FCC to enable 6 GHz Wi-Fi on cruise ships. Modern cruises operate like floating cities, utilizing thousands of access points that support tens of thousands of connected devices for both passengers and crew. We talk about how technology has evolved the cruise industry, and how updated regulations could enhance passenger experiences, crew communications, and ship operations. Listen to learn more about how the petition is charting a new course for connectivity. For Wi-Fi Alliance For Membership Info General Contact

    19 min

  5. 27 AOÛT

    Wi-Fi® and IoT empower smart energy management at home with Daniel Holcomb of Parks Associates

    In today's episode, we welcome Daniel Holcomb, Senior Analyst for Smart Home Research at Parks Associates, to the show to discuss the evolving world of smart energy management. Daniel tells us that with rising energy costs and growing demands on the grid, consumers are turning to connected devices like smart thermostats, smart plugs, and solar panels to help control their energy consumption. We talk about Wi-Fi's role in enabling automation features that help consumers save on energy costs, and we discuss the barriers to smart home adoption, including affordability and consumer questions about the value of these devices. Tune in to learn more and hear Daniel's thoughts on the emerging technologies that will enable further energy management, including utility-grade electrification devices and new materials for solar cells.  For Wi-Fi Alliance For Membership Info General Contact

    19 min

  6. 6 AOÛT

    SmartTown is helping to close the digital divide with Francisco Moreno of Calix

    In today's episode, we sit down with Francisco Moreno, Product Line Leader for SmartLife Managed Services at Calix, to talk about SmartTown community Wi-Fi. Francisco explains how robust fiber networks enable reliable coverage even in rural areas, serving local residents, first responders, hikers, and more. We discuss how SmartTown leverages Passpoint® to seamlessly deliver secure connections, and we learn how regional providers have also benefited from the initiative. Listen to this episode to learn about how SmartTown brings new life to areas that were historically underserved. Passpoint For Wi-Fi Alliance For Membership Info General Contact

    19 min

  7. 23 JUIL.

    Wi-Fi 7 and AI enable intelligence at the edge with Vineet Ganju of Synaptics

    In this episode, we welcome Vineet Ganju, VP of Wireless Connectivity at Synaptics, to the show to discuss Wi-Fi 7 and AI. Vineet talks about how Wi-Fi 7's low latency and high throughput enables applications like immersive AR/VR, factory automation, and next-generation smart home applications. We explore how AI is reshaping connectivity, from efficient network management and enhanced security to local troubleshooting that simplifies setup. We also discuss the integration of Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Thread, and Zigbee into compact chipsets and the evolution of SoCs that unlock a new level of connectivity. Tune in to learn how Wi-Fi 7 and AI are fueling the future of connected experiences. For Wi-Fi Alliance For Membership Info General Contact

    22 min

  8. 9 JUIL.

    UWB and Wi-Fi 7 are unlocking a more aware ecosystem with Shadi Hawawini of Qorvo

    In today's episode, we welcome Shadi Hawawini, Director of Ecosystem Development at Qorvo, to the podcast to dive into how ultra-wideband (UWB) and Wi-Fi 7 are transforming enterprise connectivity. Shadi tells us how UWB enables precise location tracking to support critical use cases ranging from asset tracking in hospitals to indoor wayfinding and personalized smart home experiences. We also talk about how UWB integration in Wi-Fi 7 APs is reducing deployment complexity and cost, while enabling innovations like AI-powered radar sensing, robotics, and occupancy counting. Listen to discover why UWB is poised to become a key ingredient to the future of healthcare, retail, smart buildings, and more.  For Wi-Fi Alliance For Membership Info General Contact

    22 min
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The Signal, a Wi-Fi Alliance® podcast, delivers a new perspective on the growing portfolio of Wi-Fi technologies by breaking down the new tools, programs, and capabilities that are changing the connectivity landscape.

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  • Création
    Wi-Fi Alliance
  • Années d’activité
    2023 - 2025
  • Épisodes
    89
  • Classification
    Tous publics
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    © 2025 The Signal: A Wi-Fi Alliance podcast
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