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The Signal: A Wi-Fi Alliance podcast

The Signal: A Wi-Fi Alliance podcast

Wi-Fi Alliance 104 Episodes Jun 23, 2026

The Signal, a Wi-Fi Alliance podcast, offers a fresh perspective on the expanding range of Wi-Fi technologies. It breaks down new tools, programs, and capabilities that are transforming the connectivity landscape.

Episodes

Wi-Fi 7 is redefining customer experiences with Stefan Koelker of Telekom Deutschland
Wi-Fi 7 is redefining customer experiences with Stefan Koelker of Telekom Deutschland Jun 23, 2026 812 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
Wi-Fi 8 and edge AI: building the intelligent network with Chris Szymanski of Broadcom
Wi-Fi 8 and edge AI: building the intelligent network with Chris Szymanski of Broadcom Jun 4, 2026 1038 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
AI is solving Wi-Fi®’s toughest challenges with Nadeem Akhtar of HFCL
AI is solving Wi-Fi®’s toughest challenges with Nadeem Akhtar of HFCL May 19, 2026 1968 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, intellige
AI at the edge: how Wi-Fi 7 and Wi-Fi 8 are redefining connectivity with James Chen of MediaTek
AI at the edge: how Wi-Fi 7 and Wi-Fi 8 are redefining connectivity with James Chen of MediaTek May 6, 2026 1227 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
Why customers really leave their ISP—and how to stop it with Metin Taskin of Airties
Why customers really leave their ISP—and how to stop it with Metin Taskin of Airties Apr 22, 2026 1300 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
CEO Insights: Wi-Fi Alliance® and Dan Herscovici of Plume
CEO Insights: Wi-Fi Alliance® and Dan Herscovici of Plume Apr 9, 2026 1797 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
IoT 2.0 and how Wi-Fi HaLow is transforming smart connectivity with Andy McFarlane of Morse Micro
IoT 2.0 and how Wi-Fi HaLow is transforming smart connectivity with Andy McFarlane of Morse Micro Apr 2, 2026 1293 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
Wi-Fi 7 and the next era of IoT connectivity with Sivaram Trikutam and Kamesh Medepalli of Infineon
Wi-Fi 7 and the next era of IoT connectivity with Sivaram Trikutam and Kamesh Medepalli of Infineon Mar 11, 2026 1575 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
When networks think: the future of Wi-Fi® and AI with Ganesh Swaminathan of Qualcomm
When networks think: the future of Wi-Fi® and AI with Ganesh Swaminathan of Qualcomm Feb 25, 2026 800 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
CEO Insights: Wi-Fi®, Matter, and the road ahead with Tobin Richardson of CSA
CEO Insights: Wi-Fi®, Matter, and the road ahead with Tobin Richardson of CSA Feb 11, 2026 925 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
More than high speeds: how operators can deliver seamless Wi-Fi® experiences with Arnaud Bensaid of SoftAtHome
More than high speeds: how operators can deliver seamless Wi-Fi® experiences with Arnaud Bensaid of SoftAtHome Jan 28, 2026 790 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
Wi-Fi 7 is fueling the next era of AI experiences with Eric McLaughlin of Intel
Wi-Fi 7 is fueling the next era of AI experiences with Eric McLaughlin of Intel Jan 14, 2026 848 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

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