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Viavi Solutions Inc. (NASDAQ: VIAV) is a global leader in providing network test, monitoring, and assurance solutions. The company caters to a broad array of customers including telecommunications service providers, enterprises, network equipment manufacturers, and various governmental and military entities. Viavi's innovative software and hardware platforms offer end-to-end visibility across physical, virtual, and hybrid networks, delivering precise intelligence and actionable insights that enhance the service experience, boost customer loyalty, increase profitability, and accelerate transitions to next-generation technologies.
In addition to its core networking solutions, Viavi excels in anti-counterfeiting technologies for currency authentication and produces advanced optical components for a wide range of applications across industries such as electronics, automotive, aerospace, and defense. The company's operations are divided into three main segments: Network Enablement, Service Enablement, and Optical Security and Performance Products.
Recently, Viavi has made significant strides in 6G and AI research through its 6G Forward Program, collaborating with Northeastern University's Institute for Wireless Internet of Things. This partnership focuses on developing a city-scale digital twin of a 6G network using AI and ML technologies. The company has also introduced performance testing capabilities for Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) system deployments, addressing emerging security threats posed by quantum computing.
Other notable updates include Viavi joining the Strategic Board of the OpenAirInterface Software Alliance to advance open-source initiatives within the telecommunications industry and the launch of their altGNSS GEO SecureTime services, which provide nanosecond-accurate UTC timing for critical infrastructure independently of traditional GPS and GNSS.
Financially, Viavi reported a net revenue of $246.0 million for the third fiscal quarter of 2024, with ongoing challenges in the service provider and enterprise segments. Despite these hurdles, the company remains committed to innovation and collaboration, continually evolving to meet the demands of the ever-changing technology landscape.
Viavi Solutions (NASDAQ: VIAV) has chosen ETS-Lindgren to deliver an RF-shielded anechoic chamber for Massive MIMO over-the-air (OTA) testing at the VIAVI Automated Lab-as-a-Service for Open RAN (VALOR).
This new facility will enable radio manufacturers to test Open Radio Units (O-RUs) for conformance, performance, security, and interoperability, essential for the NTIA Public Wireless Supply Chain Innovation Fund Second Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO 2).
VALOR, funded by a $21.7 million grant from the first PWSCIF Notice of Funding Opportunity, offers free access for academic institutions and NTIA co-grantees. This partnership aims to advance O-RU commercialization and innovation by providing extensive OTA validation capabilities, including system-level Massive MIMO performance testing for up to 16 parallel spatial layers.
ETS-Lindgren, a leader in wireless OTA performance testing, brings significant expertise, further enhancing VIAVI's Open RAN Test Suite.
Viavi Solutions (NASDAQ: VIAV) announced its participation in the Spring 2024 O-RAN PlugFest, organized by the O-RAN ALLIANCE. VIAVI, alongside Rohde & Schwarz, conducted extensive conformance and interoperability testing on O-RAN Radio Units (O-RUs) from multiple vendors. Testing took place across nine labs in six countries, focusing on Open Radio Unit commercialization and innovation, aligning with the U.S. NTIA's recent funding opportunity. Key outcomes included successful O-RU conformance tests, end-to-end and subsystem testing, and security validations. VIAVI's advanced tools, including the TM500 and XhaulAdvisor, supported these activities.
Viavi Solutions (NASDAQ: VIAV) will exhibit groundbreaking 6G and AI research, as well as O-RAN and NTN test solutions, at the IEEE International Communications Conference in Denver, Colorado. Highlights include VIAVI's full AI neural network transmission, MIMO Delay-Doppler Domain waveform, and Rate-Splitting Multiple Access techniques. The company will also demonstrate their VALOR Automated Lab-as-a-Service for Open RAN, backed by a $21.7 million grant. VIAVI will collaborate with Northeastern University on digital twin technology for 6G networks. Dr. Sameh Yamany, CTO, and Dr. Paul Harris, Principal Wireless Architect, will present keynote addresses and participate in panel discussions.
Rohde & Schwarz and Viavi Solutions announced an expansion of their partnership to deliver advanced O-RU testing solutions, focusing on supporting Open Radio Commercialization and Innovation. These solutions target radio manufacturers competing for the NTIA's Public Wireless Supply Chain Innovation Fund.
The joint solutions include:
- O-RU Conformance Test for interoperability with O-RAN distributed units.
- Test Scalability with a compact, single-box solution ideal for R&D teams.
- Network Energy Saving with a fully automated testbed for O-RU energy efficiency.
The partnership has already seen success in global plugfests and OTIC labs, and aims to advance Open Radio technology further.
Viavi Solutions (NASDAQ: VIAV) has launched the VIAVI Automated Lab-as-a-Service for Open RAN (VALOR™), providing comprehensive testing for Open Radio Units (O-RUs). Supported by a $21.7 million grant from the NTIA's first PWSCIF Notice of Funding Opportunity, VALOR offers conformance, performance, security, and subsystem interoperability tests aligned with O-RAN ALLIANCE specifications. The service caters to radio manufacturers bidding for NTIA's NOFO 2, aimed at O-RU commercialization and innovation. VALOR includes advanced features like Massive MIMO and beamforming OTA validation and is free for academic institutions and NTIA co-grantees. Leveraging VIAVI's NITRO® Wireless Open RAN Test Suite, TM500, and TeraVM test platforms, VALOR supports time-sensitive 5G and Open RAN projects. VIAVI's extensive experience in network testing and its leadership in O-RAN specifications development underpins the service, making it a critical tool for deploying equipment at scale.
VIAVI Solutions has released its 2024/25 'State of the Network' study, conducted with the Enterprise Strategy Group (ESG). The study, featuring insights from 754 respondents across 10 countries, highlights the significance of network observability in reducing incident detection times and enhancing security. Organizations with formal observability strategies are 3.5 times more likely to detect incidents quickly. Key benefits include enhanced security (83%), faster product advancements (82%), and improved compliance (78%). The study also emphasizes the critical need for Continuous Threat Exposure Management (CTEM), with 88% of organizations seeking to enhance their threat management capabilities. VIAVI’s Vice President, Chris Labac, and ESG's Principal Analyst, Jim Frey, underscore the transformative impact of observability on network management. VIAVI will present these findings at Cisco Live! in June 2024.
Viavi Solutions (VIAV) has introduced its altGNSSSM GEO SecureTimeSM services, offering nanosecond-accurate UTC timing via L-Band and Ku-Band satellite signals. This service targets critical infrastructure sectors like 5G networks, transportation, data centers, smart grids, military, and first responder communications. Unlike traditional GPS and GNSS, VIAVI’s solution is independent and difficult to jam or spoof, providing robust global coverage. It includes Navigation Message Authentication to detect signal spoofing and has been proven in live-sky battlefield scenarios. VIAVI will integrate these services into its products and offer receivers for third-party solutions, with demonstrations at upcoming industry conferences.
Rohde & Schwarz and Viavi Solutions have announced an expanded partnership focused on wireless lab test solutions tailored for Open RAN and Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN). This collaboration aims to address critical 3GPP and O-RAN specifications, providing compact, flexible solutions.
Key highlights include automated testbeds for O-RU energy efficiency and scalable test solutions for R&D. Additionally, the partnership introduces an NTN digital twin testbed for satellite network performance evaluation.
These solutions are designed to enhance energy efficiency, test scalability, and performance validation, supporting the growing demands of network infrastructure and emerging satellite applications.
Viavi Solutions Inc. (VIAVI) introduces SecurePNT™ 6200 with SecureTimeSM services, a resilient timing clock solution enhancing positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) for critical infrastructure operations globally. The addition of Fugro AtomiChron® timing service combines signals from multiple GPS and GNSS constellations for enhanced security. VIAVI's portfolio offers redundant timing and location security for civilian and military applications, meeting evolving government standards. Partnering with Fugro strengthens VIAVI's PNT solutions, addressing the increasing threats to critical infrastructure.
VIAVI reported third-quarter fiscal 2024 results with a net revenue of $246.0 million, down 0.7% year-over-year. GAAP operating margin decreased by 400 bps to (4.8%). Non-GAAP operating margin was down 210 bps to 9.3%. GAAP diluted EPS dropped 57.1% to $(0.11), while Non-GAAP diluted EPS fell 25.0% to $0.06. The company highlighted challenges in the service providers and enterprise customer segments affecting revenue and EPS.
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