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State Surveillance via Telecom Infrastructure – Myth or Mechanism?
Can governments spy on your telecoms network? This blog unpacks the uncomfortable reality of surveillance via infrastructure—and why it’s not just science fiction.

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Aug 3, 20255 min read
Introduction: The Hidden Layer of Telecom Infrastructure
Do you know who built your network—and who built the parts inside it? This blog unpacks the security risks of telecom supply chains and what operators can do about them.

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Aug 3, 20254 min read
Introduction: Telecom Security Is Not Just About Hackers
For most of the public—and even many corporate leaders—telecom security conjures images of firewalls, phishing attacks, and encryption...

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Aug 3, 20255 min read
Strategic Relevance: Why Boards and Investors Should Still Care About the RNC
In a telecom industry captivated by 5G, AI-native networks, and Open RAN, it’s easy to overlook the technology quietly running in the...

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Aug 3, 20253 min read
Vendor Perspectives: Comparing RNC Designs from Ericsson, Nokia, Huawei, and ZTE
Each telecom vendor took a different approach to RNC design. This blog compares Ericsson, Nokia, Huawei, and ZTE RNC platforms, helping operators navigate integration, upgrades, and shutdowns in complex environments.

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Aug 3, 20254 min read
Transitioning Away from the RNC: Business, Technical, and Financial Considerations
Shutting down the RNC means more than flipping a switch. From customer migration to regulatory compliance, we unpack what’s involved in winding down 3G and retiring legacy infrastructure responsibly.

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Aug 3, 20254 min read
RNC Security Considerations in Legacy Mobile Networks
The Radio Network Controller is still central to many networks—but is it secure? Learn how telecom operators are managing cybersecurity risks in legacy 3G systems and RNC platforms in 2025.

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Aug 3, 20254 min read
Virtualisation and Soft RNCs: Can Legacy Networks Modernise?
Virtualising the RNC is emerging as a practical path for modernising legacy 3G networks. This blog unpacks what a vRNC is, how it works, and why more operators are shifting from hardware to software-based control.

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Aug 3, 20254 min read
Operational Excellence: Monitoring and Maintaining an RNC Network
Even in 2025, Radio Network Controllers (RNCs) remain deeply embedded in telecom operations across a wide spectrum of markets. But while...

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Aug 3, 20254 min read
RNC Evolution: Why It’s Still Relevant in 2025
In the race to build fully virtualised 5G networks, the Radio Network Controller (RNC) may seem like a legacy relic. Designed two decades...

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Aug 3, 20254 min read
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