A Look at the Most Current Trends in Telecommunications

A former chief technology officer at Aliphcom (dba Jawbone), Michael Luna is a dedicated thought leader with over 80 issued patents to his name. Outside of his work for firms like Jawbone, Michael Luna possess decades of experience in the telecommunications sector. 

The telecommunications industry has undergone drastic changes in recent years due to a staggering number of technological innovations and the growth of cloud computing. Listed below are a few trends that are shaping this sector today.

1. The Rise of 5G. The telecom industry has been bracing for 5G for years, but 2018 has marked the first time that the technology has been ready for testing. By 2020, telecom companies hope to make 5G a reality for all users.

2. Artificial Intelligence (AI). AI is making big waves in telecom by offering providers the ability to deliver next-generation services to their customers. From augmented reality to voice recognition, these features are fueling an upturn in highly personalized smartphone offerings and other intelligent services.

3. Big Mergers. Rising stakes in competition have driven an increasing number of telecom giants to undergo mergers with organizations that offer media and content services. For example, AT&T has already considered a possible consolidation with Time Warner, Inc. There has also been talk of other big telecom mergers, including the proposed T-Mobile purchase of Sprint.

Learning Self-Discipline with Martial Arts

Michael Luna, former chief technology officer at Aliphcom dba Jawbone, was instrumental in the development of new and innovative products for the technology company. In addition to his work at Jawbone and other electronics, biomedical, and telecommunications businesses, Michael Luna is passionate about developing positive opportunities for kids. To that end, he is creating a scholarship program to give children a chance to experience martial arts.

Self-discipline, or the ability to control one’s emotions, impulses, and desires, is an essential life skill. The martial arts have long been recognized as an excellent way to teach children to learn and apply self-discipline.

When children begin studying martial arts, they are exposed to ancient, time-proven practices that help participants learn fitness, focus, self-control, and concentration. Each movement in karate, judo, tae kwon do, kung fu, or akido requires intense concentration and control. To master them, children need to persevere and build on previously learned skills so they can develop physical and mental strength and stamina.

Participation in each martial art also can help kids learn to set and reach goals. Rather than striving for a vague, far-off goal, students are guided in a time-honored, step-by-step process that helps them set a realistic vision for what they would like to achieve.