The content team at Channel Partners Newsletter tracks stories of interest to the technology advisor and agent community. Anyone selling communication and connectivity solutions will want to stay abreast of these developing stories or catch up on ones they have missed. We are tracking—with the help of ChatGPT along with AI tools our parent Informa has developed—a roundup based on story traffic, mentions, impressions, reposts, social media engagement. You can read a few of the stories of importance to the TA community then head to our web site for a longer list. All links are current as of July 15.

Channel Futures Unveils 2025 Technology Advisor 101 List

While this list was published a few months ago, it still generates lots of interest in the channel especially among technology advisors. Channel Futures has released its prestigious 2025 Technology Advisor 101 list, honoring the best tech consultants in the B2B indirect sales channel. This annual recognition highlights the top performers who are driving innovation and growth in the technology advisory space.  View the TA 101 here.

Nine Technology Advisor Channel Predictions for 2025

Industry experts predict how the technology advisor channel will evolve throughout 2025. The forecast highlights technological and business trends expected to propel the tech advisor (TA) market forward in the coming months. In this 2025 outlook, private equity continues to play a starring role, as many investors reach the final stages of their projects. The predictions tackle supplier, tech service distributor (TSD) and technology advisor (TA) M&A. Read James Anderson's Story on Channel Futures.

T-Mobile's Acquisition of UScellular Clears Major Regulatory Hurdles

T-Mobile's deal to acquire UScellular has received approval from both the Department of Justice and the FCC, marking significant progress toward completion. This acquisition will reshape the telecommunications landscape and create new opportunities for technology advisors in the mobile space. Source: Fierce Network.

AI Companies Secure Major Department of Defense Funding

Leading AI companies including Anthropic, Google, OpenAI, and xAI have been granted contracts worth up to $200 million from the Department of Defense. The DoD's Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office stated these awards will help accelerate the adoption of "advanced AI capabilities to address critical national security challenges." Source: CNBC.

Nex-Tech Ranks on Channel Partners' 2025 MSP 501 List

This list of channel partners favors the managed service providers but some technology advisors with such practices do make the list. Nex-Tech has been named one of the world's top-performing managed service providers in the prestigious 2025 Channel Partners MSP 501 rankings. The annual list ranks companies based on metrics including above-industry-average revenue growth, recurring revenue, high-margin services, and AI service monetization. Read press release on Nex-Tech. 

Nokia Secures Private 5G Utility Deal with MGLW

Nokia has won a significant private 5G utility contract with MGLW, highlighting the growing adoption of private 5G networks in the utility sector. This development presents new opportunities for technology advisors specializing in telecommunications and utility solutions. Source: Fierce Network.

Comcast–Nitel Channel Integration: No Layoffs, Tools Consolidated

Following Comcast's acquisition of Nitel, channel leaders confirm no layoffs and integrated quoting and management tools for improved partner continuity Channel Futures.

New Focus: Agents As Strategic Advisors

Analysis from UC Today highlights the shift from transaction-based agents to consultative advisors offering end-to-end business strategy—key for partners at Avant, Intelisys, and Telarus. UC Today.

Reddit Buzz: How are Telecom Workers So Chill?
And lighter insight into telecom technician culture on Reddit. 

Agentic AI for Networking & Communications

A survey exploring AI-driven agents in telecom network management—a crucial early read for advisors preparing clients for intelligent connectivity arXiv.