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Business Wire
4 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
GTA Launches 'Air Fiber' Service, Powered by Tarana ngFWA, in Guam
TAMUNING, Guam & MILPITAS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--GTA, Guam's longest-serving telecom provider, and Tarana, creator of next-generation fixed wireless access (ngFWA) broadband technology, today announced a new network that is expanding high-speed internet access on the island. After just three months of deployment, GTA passed more than 30,000 homes and businesses and already has hundreds of subscribers on the service. The first of its kind, Tarana's ngFWA platform is changing the landscape of the broadband industry by combining fiber-class performance with the deployment ease of wireless technology. More than 250 operators in 24 countries are deploying ngFWA to deliver better broadband more efficiently. A seasoned internet service provider, GTA has ample experience with legacy fixed wireless and other broadband solutions — none of which could deliver the speeds, reliability, or agility of Tarana technology at scale. Now GTA is offering up to 500 Mbps to many Guam residents that previously only had access to 25 Mbps service through copper networks. 'The feedback from customers on our Air Fiber service has been great,' said Andrew Gayle, GTA's Chief Operating Officer. 'It's been the perfect solution for areas that don't have GTA Fiber yet, offering fast speeds and a reliable connection. The GTA team recently installed Tarana technology at the Guam Animals in Need (GAIN) shelter, equipping the facility with hundreds of Mbps to operate their non-profit organization. Alison Hadley, GAIN's Executive Director, shared, 'Partnering with GTA — who donates their Air Fiber service to us — has been a game-changer for GAIN. It helps us stay connected, work faster, and support more people when they need us most. We're so grateful for this kind of partnership which amplifies our impact and demonstrates the power of collaboration in driving meaningful change.' Basil Alwan, Tarana's CEO, added, 'GTA's work to close the digital divide in Guam is critical to their community and we are very proud to support their efforts. We look forward to seeing more progress on the island.' About GTA For over 70 years, GTA has been Guam's trusted provider of technology and connection. We provide solutions for every person and business with a team that truly cares. Supported by our next-generation fiber network, we provide wireless, high-speed internet, digital TV, and local and long-distance voice services that keep Guam connected to the world. GTA employees are committed to providing the highest level of service to our customers and to supporting our community. Learn more at About Tarana Tarana's mission is to accelerate the deployment of fast, affordable internet access around the world. Through a decade of R&D and over $400M of investment, the Tarana team has created a unique next generation fixed wireless access (ngFWA) technology instantiated in its first commercial platform, Gigabit 1 (G1). It delivers a game-changing advance in broadband economics in both mainstream and underserved markets, using either licensed or unlicensed spectrum. G1 started production in mid-2021 and has since been embraced by more than 250 service providers in 24 countries. Tarana is headquartered in Milpitas, California, with additional research and development in Pune, India. Learn more at
Associated Press
08-04-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
4,000 and climbing: DigitalC is powering Cleveland's digital comeback
Cleveland, Ohio, April 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DigitalC announced a major milestone this week: 4,000 households are now connected to Canopy, Powered by DigitalC, the high-speed home internet service delivered through its new citywide network in Cleveland. Just over a year ago, DigitalC began deploying the network using next-generation Fixed Wireless Access (ngFWA) technology — with zero households connected at launch. Since then, DigitalC has made rapid progress in a city once ranked as the worst-connected large city in the United States, according to the 2019 American Community Survey. At that time, nearly 31% of Cleveland households lacked broadband access, and nearly 46% had no wired connection. On April 4, 2025, Phillip Ransaw from Slavic Village on Cleveland's East Side became the 4,000th household to join the connectivity movement. Referred to DigitalC by a neighbor, Ransaw had previously lived without home internet. Now, for the first time, his household can reliably work, learn and stay in touch with loved ones online. 'We're not just disrupting digital divides — we're expanding the spectrum of what's possible for every Cleveland household,' said Joshua Edmonds, chief executive officer at DigitalC. 'We're turning dead zones into possibility zones — one household at a time.' To mark the occasion, Edmonds and team members surprised Ransaw with a special visit, a certificate of recognition and a bundle of gifts to express their gratitude — and to celebrate every subscriber fueling the connectivity movement in Cleveland. With Canopy's expansion rapidly reaching neighborhoods across the city, DigitalC expects to continue its strong growth. The service offers symmetrical 100/100 Mbps internet for just $18 per month — or at no cost for households with students enrolled in the Cleveland Metropolitan School District. In addition to internet access, DigitalC provides digital skills training to help residents fully participate in today's online world—training 7,610 Clevelanders in 2024 and more than 2,900 in the first quarter of this year alone. The organization's mission to bridge the digital divide — for good — is made possible by support from public, private and philanthropic partners. Check for service at or call 216-777-3859. About DigitalC DigitalC's mission is to deploy a premier, state-of-the-art network that is affordable, reliable, and sustainable to bridge the digital divide permanently. Committed to changing the world one connection at a time, DigitalC offers superior internet, accessible community spaces, and tailored digital skills training to ensure an equitable digital future. By focusing on these core areas, DigitalC aims to create a transformative impact on the community, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to thrive in the digital age.
