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Verizon Boosts 5G Security, Deploys Quantum Key Distribution

The operator trialed quantum key distribution in the Washington, D.C. area, and it plans to be one of the first carriers to pilot the technology in the U.S. Read more.

VMware, NSF Solicit Sustainable Innovation With $6M Reward

The new program looks to academia for fresh ideas and a new generation of sustainable digital infrastructure. Read more.

Mapping Huawei’s Turbulent Global 5G Outlook

The battle lines have largely been drawn along divisions between the East and West, but there are some exceptions. Read more.

Ekinops Pairs NFV With Lanner uCPE

The partnership will see Ekinops deploy its OneOS operating system on Lanner's Atom-based universal CPE appliances. Read more.

Podcast: SDxCentral Weekly Wrap

AT&T deploys a 5G and multi-access edge computing network at IBM’s lab; VMware’s Q2 beats expectations; and Dell expects about 60% of its workforce to stay remote. Stream now.