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Ericsson Demos Drone Detection ‘Breakthrough’ at Its U.S. HQ in Plano
by Sandra Engelland | Feb 26, 2026
The proof-of-concept test detected drones using Ericsson's massive-MIMO radios, showcasing the network's ability to track unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) within surrounding airspace. The technology aims to bolster national security while leading to safer skies and smarter cities, Ericsson said.
by David Seeley |
Jan 20, 2026
Toronto-based Realbotix is pioneering "human-centric robotics" with patented technologies that enable lifelike expressions, vision, and social interaction. The robot model being deployed in Plano will serve as "a dynamic, adaptable human–robot interface" for workforce and visitor applications, the company said.
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by Sandra Engelland |
Jan 14, 2026
Robert Johnson will manage the performance and operations of CyrusOne’s U.S data centers, overseeing the company's growing portfolio of facilities as they become fully operational.
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by David Seeley |
Jun 10, 2024
Late last month, Sweden-based Ericsson hosted an event at its USA 5G Smart Factory in the Dallas-Fort Worth suburb of Lewisville. The expanded 300,000-square-foot "highly automated" manufacturing plant employees more than 500 people is "at the forefront of building the next generation of 5G infrastructure in the United States," the company says. To support its mission, Ericsson announced an additional investment of $50 million in the plant on top of an initial $100 million announced in 2020.
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L to R: Chris Sambar, EVP, AT&T Network; Börje Ekholm, President and CEO of Ericsson [Photos: LinkedIn]
AT&T To Invest Up to $14B To Deploy Open RAN Wireless Network in Collaboration with Ericcson
by Lance Murray | Dec 5, 2023
"With this collaboration, we will open up radio access networks, drive innovation, spur competition, and connect more Americans with 5G and fiber," said AT&T's Chris Sambar.
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by Lance Murray |
Oct 20, 2023
In his newly created role, Patrik Eriksson—who most recently was head of radio systems and technology at Ericsson—will lead Fujitsu's global radio portfolio and development strategy.
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by David Seeley |
Oct 11, 2023
Check out the fastest-growing technology companies in North Texas—and more than a dozen other award winners, from Community Hero to Hall of Famer—who were honored at the 2023 Tech Titans Awards Gala.
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by Lance Murray |
Jul 13, 2023
Ericsson said this 5G site has the potential to be fully operated by solar energy, complemented by integrated Lithium-ion batteries, for up to a 24-hour period.
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Ericsson’s Kevin Zvokel on 10 Hot Consumer Trends, His Company’s ‘Factory of the Future’ in Lewisville, and More
by Quincy Preston and David Seeley | Jan 19, 2023
Ericsson's new report, "10 Hot Consumer Trends: Life in a Climate-Impacted Future," is packed with insights on what consumers—including those in DFW—believe is looming on the way to the 2030s.
We spoke with Kevin Zvokel, head of networks for Plano-based Ericsson North America, about both the report and his company's innovative impact across North Texas.
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by Lance Murray |
Nov 7, 2022
Ericsson said the trial was conducted over a live Citizen's Broadband Radio Service network at its North America HQ in Plano. Now, with the ability to get 5G gigabit speeds indoors along with advanced capabilities, Ericsson says enterprises can feel confident in deploying Private 5G networks.
"We're excited to continue pushing the envelope of what is possible with 5G," Ericsson's Paul Challoner said.
"We're excited to continue pushing the envelope of what is possible with 5G," Ericsson's Paul Challoner said.
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by Kevin Cummings |
Oct 31, 2022
Some of the top players in the North Texas technology ecosystem were honored Thursday at the annual Tech Titans awards gala. Fujitsu North America CEO Doug Moore was inducted into the Tech Titans Hall of Fame, and Charlie Vogt, CEO of telecommunications firm DZS, won the Corporate CEO Award. The fastest-growing tech company award went to Fort Worth's TimelyMD.
"The need to come together as an industry, reconnect with friends, and build new business connections were really what this year’s awards gala was all about," said Tech Titans' Paul Bendel. See the full list of winners here.
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by Kevin Cummings |
Sep 15, 2022
The 27,500-square-foot new HQ—in partnership with UT Dallas—anchors Richardson's 1,200-acre Innovation Quarter. A masterwork of vision planning years in the making, it's a catalyst to spark innovation and nuture collaborations—and attract hundreds of entrepreneurial businesses. Six new UT Dallas research centers will initially launch at the IQ HQ, helping to build businesses and commercialize research coming from the nearby university.
“We are a global presence," Richardson Mayor Paul Voelker said at the event. "And the vision that we have here is that we will be a global influencer of technology and innovation."
“We are a global presence," Richardson Mayor Paul Voelker said at the event. "And the vision that we have here is that we will be a global influencer of technology and innovation."
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Ericsson Launches Global Utilities Innovation Center in Plano
by David Seeley | May 4, 2022
From cybersecurity to 4G and 5G cellular reliability, there's a need for a more secure and flexible modernized power grid.
Ericsson's new Global Utilities Innovation Center at its North American HQ in Plano will be a secure experience center and testing lab to enable utilities and manufacturers to explore solutions to challenges.
Ericsson's new Global Utilities Innovation Center at its North American HQ in Plano will be a secure experience center and testing lab to enable utilities and manufacturers to explore solutions to challenges.
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by Kevin Cummings |
Apr 12, 2022
The city is requesting developer proposals for a high-density, transit-oriented development at DART’s Arapaho Center Station. It will act as a large connector and entry point for The IQ—a sprawling district focused on innovation and entrepreneurship.
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by David Seeley |
Apr 4, 2022
Comparably’s list of the Top 15 DFW companies is derived from sentiment ratings provided by employees in Dallas-Ft. Worth who anonymously rated their employers on Comparably.com over the past 12 months. Here's the complete list.
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by David Seeley |
Jul 12, 2021
Plano-headquartered Ericsson and MIT are joining forces for mobile breakthroughs in both 5G and 6G. Together, they'll explore how lithionic chips could enable neuromorphic computing and how "zero-energy" devices could be powered by radio signals—delivering ultra-fast speed, low latency, and superb reliability.
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