Here are the other stories we’re following today:
> Wyoming has selected Harris Corp. to build a wireless network for first responders. Release
> MVNO Lycamobile said it inked a deal with iPass to offer global Wi-Fi options on its monthly plans. Release
> Nokia and KDDI said they tested evolved Multimedia Broadcast Multicast Service technology on LTE for connected cars. Release
> BlackBerry’s CEO said someone should make a BlackBerry-style phone. Recode article
> Google may soon release some of its artificial intelligence technology for network operators. Light Reading article
> The governor of Illinois recently inked legislation smoothing the rollout of small cells in the state. InsideTowers article
> Best Buy’s CEO said the company is closing its mobile phone-specific stores because the smartphone industry is maturing. Business Insider article
> NBN in Australia confirmed that around 6% of its fixed wireless cells sites—or around 500—were congested enough in the evening to lower users’ speeds below 6 Mbps per user. iTnews article
> Cable company Cox plans to deploy half a million IoT sensors before the end of the year. Stacey on IoT article