"Among its chief findings is that 62% of respondents have grown more confident to invest in Wi-Fi over the past 12 months, with 18% as confident as the previous year. Wi-Fi 7 is the technology most likely to be deployed in 2026, with 38% of respondents planning deployments. Closely behind that is the impact of artificial intelligence (AI), with 32% planning to deploy AI/cognitive networks, which can transform Wi-Fi networking by improving the performance and reliability of networks."
"It showed strong momentum behind Wi-Fi 7 and for the use of the 6 GHz spectrum band, and growing confidence in OpenRoaming as a foundation for secure connectivity across public, private and carrier networks. The survey also detailed where respondents expect to see overall network and traffic growth. Smart Home IoT led the top three with 36%, followed by AI (33%) and industrial/manufacturing applications and IoT (24%)."
Wi‑Fi is regarded as critical infrastructure for enterprise operations, public services, and digital transformation initiatives. 62% of respondents grew more confident to invest in Wi‑Fi over the past 12 months, while 18% maintained the same confidence. Wi‑Fi 7 is the technology most likely to be deployed in 2026, with 38% planning deployments. 32% plan to deploy AI/cognitive networks to improve performance and reliability. Core focus areas include OpenRoaming, Wi‑Fi 7, AI‑enabled Wi‑Fi, QoS/QoE, security, and Wi‑Fi/5G convergence. Smart Home IoT, AI, and industrial IoT lead anticipated network and traffic growth, with stadiums/event venues projected highest vertical traffic growth at 41%.
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