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SANTA ROSA, Calif. - Keysight Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:KEYS), a $28.57 billion market cap technology leader with robust financials including a healthy current ratio of 3.39, demonstrated its Open RAN capabilities with industry partners during the O-RAN Alliance Spring 2025 Global PlugFest, according to a company press release. InvestingPro analysis shows the company maintains strong operational efficiency with a 61.88% gross margin.
The event, which ran from February through May across 19 labs in Asia, Europe, and North America, featured Keysight’s Open RAN Architect (KORA) solutions in 11 multi-vendor integration tests validating real-world Open RAN deployments.
Energy efficiency testing was a key focus area as 5G networks continue to scale. Keysight participated in multiple demonstrations validating power-saving techniques across various network components. At the i14y lab, the company worked with Rimedo Labs and Juniper Networks to test energy efficiency optimization using Deutsche Telekom network data.
The company also conducted automated energy testing of 1Finity’s Triple Band O-RU at Vodafone’s Central ORAN Lab in Newbury, evaluating performance across various traffic load conditions.
Transport reliability testing was another critical area, with Keysight validating the robustness of commercial xHaul transport solutions at the European OTIC in Madrid. Using its AresOne 400G and Vision E400 platforms, the company demonstrated realistic network emulation by injecting controlled impairments.
Test repeatability was demonstrated at multiple locations, including the Aerial Experimentation and Research Platform for Advanced Wireless (AERPAW) OTIC, where Keysight worked with Open Air Interface and LITEON to validate test scenarios aligned with conformance goals.
"Keysight remains committed to accelerating Open RAN deployments. By fostering collaboration among diverse industry players, we enable the development and rigorous testing of advanced Open RAN features and use cases, ensuring a robust and interoperable ecosystem," said Kalyan Sundhar, Vice President and General Manager for Keysight’s Wireless Group, in the press release.The company’s strong market position is reflected in its impressive 23.53% stock return over the past year. InvestingPro subscribers can access 10+ additional exclusive insights and a comprehensive Pro Research Report, which provides deep-dive analysis of Keysight’s financial health, growth prospects, and market position among 1,400+ top US stocks.
In other recent news, Keysight Technologies announced that it is working with Chinese regulators to secure final approval for its acquisition of Spirent Communications. The State Administration for Market Regulation of China is conducting the last regulatory review needed for the transaction. In the United States, Keysight has already received clearance from the Department of Justice, contingent upon divesting certain Spirent business lines to VIAVI Solutions or another approved buyer. Additionally, BofA Securities has upgraded Keysight Technologies’ stock rating from Underperform to Neutral, citing that revenue declines have stabilized and orders have likely bottomed out. On the technology front, Keysight has introduced an upgraded version of its PXE Electromagnetic Interference Receiver, which now offers a 1 GHz measurement bandwidth, significantly improving test speeds. In a separate development, Keysight has collaborated with NIO to enhance the wireless systems in its electric vehicles, ensuring compliance with industry standards. These advancements are aimed at improving connectivity and performance for NIO’s smart electric vehicles.
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