Broadband wireless communication has transformed dramatically, leading to advanced technologies like 5G. 5G Narrowband Internet of Things: With Satellite Connectivity and Artificial Intelligence focuses on one crucial aspect of 5G – Narrowband Internet of Things (NB-IoT). Since the first edition in 2019, NB-IoT has evolved with new features introduced in 3GPP Releases 15–18. This edition explores its architecture, protocol stack, and latest enhancements, including satellite connectivity, AI/ML integration, and cloud-based infrastructure. Designed as an accessible reference, it simplifies complex concepts while providing valuable insights into this growing technology.

New to the Second Edition:

• Explores the latest advancements in NB-IoT through 3GPP release 18, including enhanced data rates, lower latency, and new modulation schemes like 16QAM.
• Details the convergence of NB-IoT with satellite networks, expanding global coverage beyond terrestrial limitations.
• Highlights how AI/ML enhances data analysis, predictive maintenance, and intelligent resource optimization for NB-IoT devices.
• Introduces the new NG-eNodeB base stations and cloud-driven 5G core network functionalities.
• Provides insights into NB-IoT's role within both Series 36 (LTE) and Series 38 (New Radio).
• Examines the ongoing evolution of NB-IoT and its expanding role in smart cities, industrial automation, and large-scale connectivity.

This edition offers an accessible yet in-depth guide for researchers, engineers, and industry professionals looking to understand the latest breakthroughs in NB-IoT technology.

Hossam Fattah received his Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada in 2003. He received his Masters of Applied Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering from University of Victoria, Victoria, Canada. He completed his B.Sc. degree in Computers and Systems Engineering from AlAzhar University, Cairo, Egypt in 1995. Between 2003 and 2011, he was in the academia and technical consultant. He worked with Spirent Communications, NJ, USA from 2011 - 2013.
From 2013 to 2021, he was with Microsoft, Redmond, USA. While at Microsoft, he worked with the core networking team and Azure Cloud networking engineering team on different networking products and services within Windows, Windows Server, and Azure Cloud.
Since 2022, he has been the 5G ORAN Stack Architect at Lattice semiconductor driving strategies and innovation in the ORAN Stack.
He is also affiliated with University of Washington, Tacoma, USA teaching graduate courses and collaborating on 5G research and innovations.
He is the author of two books titled "5G LTE Narrowband Internet of Things (NB-IoT)" and "LTE Cellular Narrowband Internet of Things (NB-IoT): Practical Projects for the Cloud and Data Visualization". He has many technical publications in conferences, journal, and patents. He is a registered professional Engineer with the Association of Professional Engineers, British Columbia, Canada.
His Research interest include wireless communications and radio networks and protocols, cellular Quality of Service, Radio Resource management, traffic and packet scheduling, network analytics, and mobility.