Google, Samsung, Intel and Cisco are among the first to join Wireless Broadband Alliance (WBA)'s global Wi-Fi roaming initiative, OpenRoaming.
The other pioneering companies in the OpenRoaming initiative include Aptilo, AT&T, Boingo Wireless, Broadcom, Comcast, Commscope, Deutsche Telekom and Orange.
WBA OpenRoaming provides a new global standards-led approach, removing public-guest Wi-Fi connectivity barriers and bringing greater convenience and security to the wireless ecosystem. WBA OpenRoaming removes the need to search for Wi-Fi networks, to repeatedly enter or create login credentials, or to constantly reconnect or re-register to public Wi-Fi.
For organisations and businesses, WBA OpenRoaming provides the opportunity to create new commercial business models and innovative services with speed and simplicity.
WBA OpenRoaming simplifies Wi-Fi, much like the cellular roaming experience. Companies who join WBA OpenRoaming can allow end users to automatically connect on any Wi-Fi network managed by a federation member. No more SSID-password guessing games, insecure login credentials or reconnecting to public Wi-Fi. From enterprises to coffee shops, concert venues to connected cars, WBA OpenRoaming creates a world where Wi-Fi users move from one network to another without needing to constantly re-register or sign-in.
Tiago Rodrigues, CEO, WBA
The WBA OpenRoaming creates an open framework for all types of players to join and develop their Wi-Fi services and create new business opportunities.
