The AI enterprise is here, and it’s demanding more from our wireless networks than ever before. We’re seeing an explosion of AI agents designed to automate operations, an increase in bandwidth-hungry applications like 8K video streaming, and a growing need to protect an expanding attack surface that’s overwhelming IT. At Cisco, we understand these challenges and are committed to providing our customers with the tools needed not just to keep up but thrive in this new era.

That’s why I’m incredibly excited about three new, groundbreaking additions to our wireless portfolio that were just announced at Cisco Live San Diego. We’re expanding our Wi-Fi 7 portfolio with the Cisco Wireless 9179F Access Point for stadiums and large venues, delivering seamless, cloud-managed roaming for large campuses with the Cisco Campus Gateway, and connecting new critical wireless use cases with the integration of Ultra-Reliable Wireless Backhaul (URWB) together with Wi-Fi technology in a single access point. These aren’t just incremental upgrades; they represent fundamental shifts in how we approach campus networking. These new additions are designed to deliver the scalability, security, and simplicity that the AI enterprise demands.

Cisco Wireless CW9179F: Delivering unmatched wireless performance for high-density venues

This addition to our Wi-Fi 7 portfolio is all about delivering the best possible wireless experiences in the highest-density use cases like stadiums, large public venues, and convention centers.

• Unmatched performance for high-density environments: The CW9179F access point leverages the full potential of Wi-Fi 7, offering blazing-fast speeds, reduced latency, and increased capacity to support the massive number of devices and bandwidth-intensive applications in large venues. Imagine seamless streaming of instant replays, lag-free mobile gaming, and reliable point-of-sale systems—all happening simultaneously.
• Software-controllable beam switching: We’ve built some amazing RF technology into this access point, with software-controllable beam switching that allows you to adjust coverage in three different configurations.
• Seamless management: Whether you’re managing your wireless networks with an on-premises controller or through the cloud, we’re unifying management across Cisco Catalyst Center and the Meraki dashboard to help IT teams scale operations and focus on delivering exceptional user experiences.
• Advanced security: Security is always paramount, especially in high-profile venues. The CW9179F access point delivers on that front with support for the latest security protocols (including WPA3 encryption) and integration with Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) for advanced device profiling, microsegmentation, and policy enforcement. This ensures that every connection is secure, and your network is protected from threats.

Cisco Campus Gateway: Simplifying campus wireless with seamless cloud integration

For organizations with complex campus wireless networks, the Cisco Campus Gateway is a game changer. This solution is designed to facilitate a seamless transition to cloud management and deliver high performance and scalability without requiring costly and disruptive infrastructure changes.

• Fast, seamless roaming: Enable seamless client roaming at scale, with up to 1,000 roams per second so clients stay connected across your entire campus.
• Simplified cloud deployment: Transition to cloud management without re-cabling or reconfiguring your wireless architecture. This makes it even easier to take advantage of the benefits of cloud management.
• High scalability: Manage up to 5,000 access points and connect up to 50,000 clients in a single network, making the Campus Gateway an ideal solution for large campus environments. 

Ultra-Reliable Wireless Backhaul (URWB) with Wi-Fi technology: The foundation for critical applications

AI-enabled applications across smart manufacturing, healthcare, retail warehouse automation, and more depend on predictable, reliable wireless connectivity. Our URWB standalone solution provides a proven, dedicated, high-performance wireless link for critical systems—ensuring seamless operation, even in the face of interference or network congestion.

• Unwavering reliability: URWB utilizes advanced technologies like redundant data paths and automatic failover to ensure that critical applications remain connected, no matter what.
• Predicable low latency: URWB with Cisco-only software innovations boost productivity by meeting the needs of the most demanding process automation or robotic operations with real-time control.
• Secure and dedicated: URWB provides a secure, dedicated wireless link that is isolated from the public Wi-Fi network, protecting sensitive data and ensuring the integrity of critical systems.

Future-proofing your wireless network for the AI enterprise

Wi-Fi 7 is more than a network for connectivity—it’s the foundation you need to build truly smart spaces at every scale. That’s why Cisco Spaces is included as part of every wireless subscription license. Out of the box, you’ll have access to rich AI 3D mapping, dynamic IoT services, precise asset tracking, and more.

Paired with a Cisco Networking Subscription, you get the same seamless experience in one license—whether managing a network from the cloud, on-premises, or through a hybrid model. This enables greater operational simplicity and the freedom to evolve your network management approach as your needs change. We offer a truly smart, unified, and simple licensing model.

Now that the AI enterprise is here, it’s time to future-proof your network—especially in the most-demanding environments. With the Cisco Wireless CW9179F Access Point, Ultra-Reliable Wireless Backhaul (URWB) technology, and the Cisco Campus Gateway, you’re positioned to unlock the full potential of AI and transform your organization. Cisco wireless technologies empower you to scale, secure, and simplify your operations, so you can deliver exceptional experiences for fans, employees, and customers alike.

Protective DNS firm finds customers are increasingly blocking adult content, gambling sites 

WASHINGTON, D.C. – June 10, 2025 – Organizations are increasingly using content filtering not just to thwart security threats, but also to increase workplace productivity and enforce compliance. That’s according to new analysis from DNSFilter examining data collected from its DNS content filtering and threat-blocking platform. The findings highlight how web content filtering policies are evolving, as well as which categories organizations block most frequently.

One notable trend is that more companies are currently focused on blocking employees from accessing adult content and illegal torrenting sites on the internet, although corporate policies have evolved over the past year.

Among the findings:

• Blocking adult content is one of the most common goals of organization’s content filtering and blocking policies: An examination of what companies are looking to block (outside of security threats) shows that adult content is present in over 84% of those policies; the P2P (peer-to-peer) and illegal category, which contains things like torrenting sites, followed closely behind with inclusion in 81% of policies. By contrast, the terrorism and hate category is blocked by close to 66% of companies, with gambling present in 51% of companies’ content filtering policies.

• Policy creators are cracking down on access to “Self-harm” content: “Self-harm” sites have become a bigger focus for organizations; in fact, this category showed up in 234% more policies in 2025 than in the prior year.

• Access to terrorism-related content is a growing concern:  While the terrorism and hate category is currently only included in about two-thirds of companies’ blocking policies, that represents more than a 5% increase compared to last year.

• More policies are concerned with dating sites than weapons-related sites: Dating and personal sites are blocked by nearly 37% of policies, while weapons are included in 35%. This could indicate that dating and personal ad sites are seen as a bigger distraction for employees during the workday.
• Certain categories are decreasing in importance: Search engines appeared in almost 19% fewer policies than they did in February 2024, while alcohol and tobacco were in 10% fewer polices.  We’ve also seen that ads are becoming a less frequently blocked category, likely because so many websites today depend on ads and trackers in order to operate.

These findings underscore the growing importance of adaptive content policies to balance security, compliance and workforce efficiency. Organizations can gain insights into shifting web usage patterns to update filtering policies effectively.

TK Keanini, CTO, DNSFilter, said: “Organizations are getting more nuanced in how they manage access to online content, because they understand that not all of the internet should be accessible to their users. Blocking threats is obvious, but these findings reinforce the idea that web filtering is no longer just a security function; it’s becoming a key productivity and compliance tool.”

About the company:

DNSFilter is a cybersecurity company that protects every click, leveraging AI-driven content filtering and threat protection to block threats 10 days earlier than competitors. DNSFilter’s solution secures workers anywhere they are, helping to boost productivity, minimize compliance risk, and protect corporate brands on public Wi-Fi networks. Unlike traditional filtering solutions, DNSFilter deploys in minutes instead of days and is trusted by more than 43,000 organizations worldwide. Learn more about how DNSFilter is the first and last line of defense for corporate and hybrid networks at dnsfilter.com.

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In the world of acronyms, internet technology rules. The wireless acronym MIMO (Multiple Input, Multiple Output) got some additional letters a few years ago with with MU-MIMO and techies couldn’t be happier. Read on to find out what changed and why it matters.

Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) provides a unique solution to enable high-speed connectivity. Our video series, 3 for 3, provides 3 answers for 3 pressing questions about trends in wireless test. In this video, LitePoint’s Adam Smith dives into some characteristics of Fixed Wireless deployments, and test considerations for FWA CPEs.

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• Purpose-built solution for MDUs provides a hardware agnostic software platform enabling ISPs to combine residential gateways within units with enterprise-grade access points in common areas to deliver a converged, scalable, and cost-effective connectivity experience 
• Provides real-time monitoring & management of wireless devices & users with network settings & dashboards for ISPs, property managers, homeowners’ associations/boards, & residents 
• Utilizes Airties’ AI-driven software to optimize network performance, minimize interference, & deliver fast & consistent connections to increase customer satisfaction & NPS & reduce churn

Paris, France – May 29, 2025 – In advance of ANGA COM 2025, Airties, a global leader of AI-driven software that improves the connectivity experience for ISPs’ subscribers, today announced the launch of Airties Multi, a purpose-built platform designed to provide reliable, optimized, and converged managed Wi-Fi connectivity across multifamily dwelling units (MDUs). Airties Multi was created to meet the increasing demand by ISPs to provide enhanced end-to-end connectivity and services for the expansive MDU market. Unlike traditional systems, this hardware-agnostic software solution allows ISPs to centrally manage both in-unit and common area connectivity. It leverages ISPs’ existing residential hardware or other hardware of their choice, providing a scalable, low-cost solution for all MDU stakeholders, including ISPs, property managers, homeowners’ associations, and residents.

“Airties Multi was designed to help ISPs enhance their core connectivity business, attract new customers, and improve customer satisfaction through a premium broadband experience that was purpose-built for MDUs,” said Metin Taskin, founder and CEO of Airties. “It provides a hardware agnostic software platform enabling ISPs to combine residential Wi-Fi gateways and extenders with enterprise grade access points in common areas to deliver a converged connectivity experience. It also enables ISPs to use existing residential hardware as part of their MDU deployments creating a highly scalable and cost-effective solution powered by our AI-driven performance optimization software. Airties Multi gives ISPs customized dashboards for themselves, for tenants, and for property managers, and will help unlock new monetization opportunities in the rapidly growing MDU market.”

The MDU sector is seeing substantial growth, driven by the increasing demand for reliable connectivity solutions in residential buildings. Industry research1 indicates that the clear majority of residents prefer having community-wide, pre-installed Wi-Fi offerings. Residents are looking for enhanced amenities, including connected fitness centers, EV car-charging with connectivity in garages, and common business areas or centers for remote work. This presents a unique opportunity for ISPs to deliver better connectivity solutions that meet the needs of modern tenants.

Airties Multi is an ideal solution for ISPs looking to differentiate themselves in a highly competitive market by offering more than basic and bespoke connectivity. By providing enhanced features such as Wi-Fi optimization, device management, seamless onboarding, and roaming across multifamily dwelling units, Airties Multi can help ISPs deliver superior service, increase customer satisfaction, reduce churn, and improve their bottom line. Airties Multi offers a comprehensive array of tailored features that enhance the connectivity experience, including:

• Seamless Wi-Fi in the Entire MDU: Residents and visitors can enjoy seamless connectivity in the entire MDU ranging from a complex’s common spaces like lounges, lobbies, business offices, garages, and fitness centers to their own private units without painful connectivity gaps;
• Scalable and Cost-Effective Deployment: The hardware agnostic software platform enables ISPs to leverage existing residential Wi-Fi gateways and extenders within units with a choice of enterprise-grade access points in common areas to deliver a converged connectivity experience. Each residence also receives a dedicated, private, and optimized Wi-Fi experience designed to meet their unique needs;
• MDU Management Network: Property managers or homeowners’ association boards can have a dedicated network secured from the rest of users to manage connectivity across the entire building, ensuring reliability and enabling troubleshooting support;
• IoT Network: Supports the growing demand for smart devices and IoT applications including security cameras and smart doorbells within the MDU environment;
• AI-Enhanced Wi-Fi Optimization: The platform leverages Airties’ artificial intelligence software capabilities to optimize Wi-Fi performance and minimize interference, ensuring consistent, high-speed connections;
• Device and User Management: Provides easy-to-use interfaces for managing connected devices, tenants, and network settings, streamlining the user experience for all stakeholders;
• Security and Troubleshooting Support: Built-in security features ensure that the network remains safe and secure, while integrated troubleshooting tools provide prompt issue resolution; and
• Advanced Cloud Management: Airties Cloud provides 24×7 real-time monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimization of MDU networks. Its single-pane-of-glass interface enables ISPs to efficiently manage connectivity from one central dashboard focused for MDUs with permission-based dashboards for other stakeholders.

With Airties Home, ISPs have long relied upon Airties’ software for the ongoing optimization of their customers’ home broadband experience to help reduce churn, attract new customers, lower operating costs, and innovate in new ways. Today’s Airties Multi introduction extends this portfolio and follows the recent introduction of Airties Pro, a fit-for-purpose solution designed for ISPs to serve their high-value SMB customers and prospects.

At ANGA COM 2025, June 3-5 in Cologne, Germany, Airties will exhibit its full suite of offerings, including Airties Multi in Hall 7, Booth A19. Airties’ Founder and CEO, Metin Taskin, will also speak on a panel discussion about “Wi-Fi and Home Connectivity” on the Innovation Stage, June 4 from 10:00-11:00 a.m.

Airties has received many prestigious industry awards for its innovations, including: “Best Home Wi-Fi Solution Award” from Broadband World Forum; “Best Wi-Fi Service Provider Solution” and “Best Home Wi-Fi Product” awards from Wi-Fi NOW; “Best Wi-Fi Innovation” and “Best-In Home Wi-Fi Network” awards from Wireless Broadband Alliance; “Best Broadband Customer Experience” from Cable & Satellite International; and numerous others.

Additional information about Airties Multi and Airties can be found at: www.airties.com.

About Airties

Airties is a global leader of AI-driven software solutions that improve the connectivity experience for ISPs’ subscribers to help reduce churn, attract new customers, lower operating costs, and innovate. Leveraging insights from millions of managed homes and businesses, Airties provides industry-leading customer experience measurement and optimization for broadband service providers to improve customer satisfaction and NPS scores. Airties’ holistic suite of hardware-agnostic software enables ISPs to manage home connectivity, based on leading industry standards and open-source software, across their fiber, cable/DSL, and fixed wireless access (FWA) deployments. Airties’ customers include leading service providers such as AT&T, Cox, Deutsche Telekom, Telia, Telstra, T-Mobile US, Vodafone, and many others across the world. More information is available at www.airties.com.

Airties Press Contact: Jeremy Pemble, JLM Partners for Airties, +1-206-930-7998, JLM_Airties_PR@jlmpartners.com

1 Research from NMHC (National Multifamily Housing Council) June 2024 https://www.nmhc.org/news/research-corner/2024/renters-show-increasing-interest-in-managed-wi-fi-amid-growing-demand-for-seamless-connectivity/ 

GoZone WiFi Joins Wireless Global Congress, Advocating for Seamless Connectivity & Venue Engagement with OpenRoaming, Passpoint & CAPPORT Solutions.

GoZone WiFi to Attend Wireless Global Congress in Dallas, Championing Seamless Connectivity and Venue Engagement

Dallas, TX – May 20, 2025 – GoZone WiFi, a leader in intelligent Wi-Fi marketing and analytics SaaS platforms, is proud to announce its participation in the Wireless Broadband Alliance (WBA) Wireless Global Congress in Dallas this week. As a strong advocate for seamless user onboarding, GoZone is committed to empowering venues with cutting-edge solutions, including OpenRoaming and Passpoint, while maintaining robust communication channels for data collection, user engagement, and monetization opportunities such as Wi-Fi advertising.

Todd Myers, CEO of GoZone WiFi, will be actively engaged in discussions at the congress, advocating for venue-centric innovations and promoting the integration of technologies like CAPPORT, ensuring that venues retain control over their Wi-Fi experience while delivering seamless, secure connectivity to users.

“We fully support technologies like OpenRoaming and Passpoint, but we also recognize the critical need for venues to maintain direct communication with their guests,” said Todd Myers. “Our solutions strike the right balance: they enhance the user experience, enable data-driven insights, and unlock monetization opportunities without sacrificing simplicity or security.”

The Wireless Global Congress serves as a key event for industry leaders, enterprises, and technology innovators, providing a platform to discuss the future of wireless connectivity. GoZone WiFi’s membership and participation underscores its dedication to shaping venue-driven Wi-Fi engagement strategies that benefit both businesses and users alike.

For more information about GoZone WiFi, its solutions, and its involvement at Wireless Global Congress, visit https://www.gozonewifi.com/marketing4wifi/features/seamless-connectivity/.