The Signal: A Wi-Fi Alliance podcast

Today, Stefan Koelker, Senior Product Manager at Telekom Deutschland, joins us to share his insights on one of Europe’s first large-scale Wi-Fi 7 rollouts. Stefan tells us about the launch of the Speedport 7 gateway, cloud-managed mesh systems, and the shift toward data-driven Wi-Fi optimization in the home. Stefan also explains how the growing importance of whole-home connectivity, the rise of me...

We're sitting down with Chris Szymanski, Director of Product Marketing and Technology Strategy at Broadcom, for the inside track on Wi-Fi 8, edge AI, and smart home trends. Chris tells us how combining Wi-Fi 8 chipsets with advanced processing units and embedded AI acceleration enables smarter, self-optimizing networks across residential and enterprise environments. We talk about how edge AI...

In today's episode, we sit down with Nadeem Akhtar, SVP and Head of Engineering for Wi-Fi and Software Solutions at HFCL , to explore how AI is redefining how Wi-Fi networks are optimized, managed, and scaled—especially as the industry moves toward Wi-Fi 7 and Wi-Fi 8. Nadeem shares emerging use cases where AI delivers immediate impact, including autonomous radio resource management, intellig...

AI is rapidly moving to the edge of the network—and reshaping the future of Wi-Fi. In this episode, we sit down with James Chen, VP of Product and Technology Marketing at MediaTek, to explore how edge AI, Wi-Fi 7 adoption, and emerging Wi-Fi 8 innovations are transforming connectivity. James shares insights on the accelerating adoption of Wi-Fi 7 across smartphones, PCs, enterprise networks, and b...

In this special 100th episode of The Signal, we’re joined by Airties CEO and co-founder Metin Taskin to tackle one of the most pressing challenges for broadband providers: customer churn—and how to reduce it. Drawing on new survey data from the U.S., U.K., and Japan, Metin reveals that up to 24% of consumers switch ISPs each year, with as many as 1 in 3 considering a change soon. While price compe...

In this episode of our CEO Insight Series, Wi-Fi Alliance President and CEO Kevin Robinson sits down with Dan Herscovici, CEO of Plume, to explore how the Wi-Fi ecosystem is evolving beyond speed—and why customer experience is now the key differentiator for ISPs. Dan shares insights on the rapid rise of Wi-Fi 7, including a 500% year-over-year surge in adoption, while highlighting a critical reali...

In today's episode, we sit down with Andy McFarlane, VP of Marketing at Morse Micro, to explore the evolution of IoT 2.0 and how Wi-Fi HaLow is redefining what’s possible for connected devices. From AI-powered security cameras and smart buildings to advanced metering infrastructure and precision agriculture, Wi-Fi HaLow is unlocking reliable long-range, low-power connectivity. Andy shares how...

In today's episode, we continue our CES 2026 series in our conversation with Sivaram Trikutam, Senior VP of Wireless at Infineon, and Kamesh Medepalli, SVP and Global Head of Systems Research & Innovation at Infineon, as we discuss how Wi-Fi 7's advanced features are evolving to support the next generation of IoT devices and smart homes. Sivaram and Kamesh tell us about the growing c...

In today’s episode, we sit down with Ganesh Swaminathan, VP and GM at Qualcomm, to discuss how Wi-Fi is evolving beyond simple connectivity into the foundation of intelligent, adaptive experiences. As artificial intelligence moves onto devices and into everyday environments, a new category is emerging: agentic AI — systems that can perceive context, make decisions, and act on behalf of users — req...

On today's episode, Wi-Fi Alliance President and CEO Kevin Robinson sits down with Tobin Richardson, President and CEO of the Connectivity Standards Alliance (CSA), for a new installment of our CEO Insights series. Recorded at CES 2026, Kevin and Tobin discuss how Wi-Fi and Matter are evolving together to enable interoperable, reliable, and scalable connected experiences. Kevin and Tobin dig...

In today's episode, we're joined by Arnaud Bensaid, VP of Marketing at SoftAtHome, to discuss what really matters for a great Wi-Fi experience — and it's more than just high speeds. Recorded as part of our CES 2026 series in Las Vegas, Arnaud tells us that operators should move from prioritizing peak speeds to considering users' everyday realities, particularly in remote and hy...

Today, we welcome Eric McLaughlin, VP and GM of Connectivity Solutions at Intel, back to the podcast to discuss how the convergence of AI and Wi-Fi is unlocking completely new user experiences. We examine the rapid adoption of Wi-Fi 7 and how the latest standard's unmatched determinism and heightened data rates allow for seamless AI processing on the platform, the edge, and in the cloud. Eric...

In this episode, we get the inside track on Wi-Fi security from Jennifer "JJ" Minella, Founder and Principal Advisor of Security Architecture at Viszen Security. With billions of devices in use today, threats are becoming increasingly sophisticated, making unerring security more vital than ever. JJ breaks down the most pressing threats facing Wi-Fi networks, and we explore how users and...

In today's episode, we welcome Bill Krutke, Solutions Architect at Step CG, to The Signal to talk about how Wi-Fi 7 is transforming industries — particularly healthcare and IoT. Bill tells us about his experience leading enterprise Wi-Fi design in hospitals, clinics, and senior living facilities, and explains how features like Multi-link Operation (MLO), Restricted Target Wake Time (R-TWT), a...

Kevin Robinson, President and CEO of Wi-Fi Alliance, was recently featured on Senza Fili's Sparring Partners Podcast hosted by Monica Paolini. Listen to the episode to hear Kevin and Monica discuss Wi-Fi in the 6 GHz band with the recent One Big Beautiful Bill, an update on the band's progress in the rest of the world, and why it is so valuable for indoor connectivity. Click here for mor...

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 ex...

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 experience...

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 newslette...

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 pa...

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....

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...

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 securit...

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...

In today's episode, we welcome Shishir Gupta, Senior Director of Product Management at Qualcomm, to talk about how Wi-Fi 7 and AI are transforming user experiences across mobile, gaming, PCs, and more. We talk about how Wi-Fi 7 is meeting the demands of an increasingly connected home, enabling AI-powered personalization and prioritization in gaming, and supporting cloud-intensive tasks on dev...

In today's episode, we welcome Metin Taskin, Founder and CEO of Airties, back to the podcast to talk about how Internet Service Providers are rethinking the way they deliver and manage in-home Wi-Fi. Metin tells us that user experience is becoming the new battleground for customer loyalty, and we learn that standards like Wi-Fi EasyMesh are enabling more consistent service. We also talk about...