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Legacy broadband networks are struggling to meet todayโ€™s demands. Open architectures โ€” modular, interoperable, and standards-based โ€” are revolutionizing broadband by promoting flexibility, cost-efficiency, and faster innovation. Learn how service providers can leverage open broadband strategies to scale, improve customer experiences, and build resilient, future-proof infrastructures ready for the digital economy.
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As networks grow more complex, traditional management models fall short. This article explores how AIOps (Artificial Intelligence for IT Operations) enables autonomous networks that self-configure, self-optimize, and self-heal. Learn how service providers can use AIOps frameworks to achieve predictive maintenance, dynamic resource management, enhanced customer experiences, and operational scalability to thrive in the era of 5G, IoT, and beyond.
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Batelco by Beyon and Nokia are partnering to launch Bahrainโ€™s first private 5G network at Aluminum Bahrain (Alba). The network will drive smart manufacturing through real-time monitoring, automation, and AI-driven analyticsโ€”paving the way for Albaโ€™s digital transformation and advancing Bahrainโ€™s Industry 4.0 strategy.
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Rakuten Mobile and AST SpaceMobile completed Japanโ€™s first satellite video call using unmodified smartphones in April 2025. This test marks a major advancement toward Rakutenโ€™s Saikyo Satellite Service, set to launch in 2026, which will expand mobile coverage across remote and disaster-prone regions using ASTโ€™s LEO satellite network.
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AT&T reported strong Q1 2025 earnings with EPS of $0.51 and $30.6B in revenue, boosted by 324K new postpaid wireless subscribers and 181K FWA additions. The telecom giant also expanded its fiber footprint by 600,000 locations and reaffirmed its commitment to broadband growth and copper retirement by 2029.
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Verizon posted better-than-expected Q1 2025 earnings, with revenue and profits rising. But a record loss of 289,000 postpaid phone subscribers sent the stock down, as investors focused more on churn than cash flow. While prepaid gains and stable guidance offered some optimism, analysts remain cautious about Verizonโ€™s subscriber strategy and pricing pressure.
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President Trumpโ€™s executive order to modernize environmental permitting may streamline U.S. infrastructure projectsโ€”but it notably omits telecom and broadband. Industry experts say pole attachments, state permitting rules, and access to federal lands remain critical hurdles. While the order could bring indirect benefits, real telecom reform still requires sector-specific solutions.
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Airtel has acquired 400 MHz of 26 GHz mmWave spectrum from Adani Data Networks, a move that strengthens its high-speed 5G offerings in urban and enterprise zones. The deal enhances Airtelโ€™s ability to scale fixed wireless access, industrial 5G networks, and high-bandwidth consumer services. With India’s spectrum demand surging, this acquisition underscores the critical role of efficient spectrum use and signals a new phase of telecom consolidation.
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Indian telecom companies such as Jio and Airtel are moving beyond internal AI use cases to co-develop monetizable, India-focused AI applications in partnership with tech giants like Google, Nvidia, Cisco, and AMD. These collaborations are enabling sector-specific AI tools across healthcare, education, and agriculture, boosting operational efficiency, customer experience, and creating new revenue streams for telecom operators.
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ETSI has published its first ISAC report for 6Gโ€”ETSI GR ISC 001โ€”highlighting 18 use cases across healthcare, public safety, automation, and mobility. The report dives into deployment scenarios, sensing modalities, and KPIs like fine motion accuracy and sensing latency. It also outlines security, privacy, and sustainability guidelines for real-world ISAC integration into 6G networks.
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NVIDIA has launched a major U.S. manufacturing expansion for its next-gen AI infrastructure. Blackwell chips will now be produced at TSMCโ€™s Arizona facilities, with AI supercomputers assembled in Texas by Foxconn and Wistron. Backed by partners like Amkor and SPIL, NVIDIA is localizing its AI supply chain from silicon to system integrationโ€”laying the foundation for โ€œAI factoriesโ€ powered by robotics, Omniverse digital twins, and real-time automation. By 2029, NVIDIA aims to manufacture up to $500B in AI infrastructure domestically.
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Samsung has launched two new rugged devicesโ€”the Galaxy XCover7 Pro smartphone and the Tab Active5 Pro tabletโ€”designed for high-intensity fieldwork in sectors like logistics, healthcare, and manufacturing. These devices offer military-grade durability, advanced 5G connectivity, and enterprise-ready security with Samsung Knox Vault. Features like hot-swappable batteries, gloved-touch sensitivity, and AI-powered tools enhance productivity and reliability in harsh environments.
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Nokia, Digita, and CoreGo have partnered to roll out private 5G networks and edge computing solutions at high-traffic event venues. Using Nokia’s Digital Automation Cloud (DAC) and CoreGoโ€™s payment and access tech, the trio delivers real-time data flow, reliable connectivity, and enhanced guest experience across Finland and international locationsโ€”serving over 2 million attendees to date.
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OpenAI is developing a prototype social platform featuring an AI-powered content feed, potentially placing it in direct competition with Elon Musk’s X and Metaโ€™s AI initiatives. Spearheaded by Sam Altman, the project aims to harness user-generated content and real-time interaction to train advanced AI systemsโ€”an approach already used by rivals like Grok and Llama.
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AI Pulse: Telecomโ€™s Next Frontier is a definitive guide to how AI is reshaping the telecom landscape โ€” strategically, structurally, and commercially. Spanning over 130 pages, this MWC 2025 special edition explores AIโ€™s growing maturity in telecom, offering a comprehensive look at the technologies and trends driving transformation.

Explore strategic AI pillarsโ€”from AI Ops and Edge AI to LLMs, AI-as-a-Service, and governanceโ€”and learn how telcos are building AI-native architectures and monetization models. Discover insights from 30+ global CxOs, unpacking shifts in leadership thinking around purpose, innovation, and competitive advantage.

The edition also examines connected industries at the intersection of Private 5G, AI, and Satelliteโ€”fueling transformation in smart manufacturing, mobility, fintech, ports, sports, and more. From fan engagement to digital finance, from smart cities to the industrial metaverse, this is the roadmap to telecomโ€™s next eraโ€”where intelligence is the new infrastructure, and telcos become the enablers of everything connected.
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In AI in Telecom: Strategic Themes, Maturity, and the Road Ahead, we explore how AI has shifted from buzzword to backbone for global telecom leaders. From AI-native networks and edge inferencing, to domain-specific LLMs and behavioral cybersecurity, this article maps out the strategic pillars, real-world use cases, and monetization models driving the AI-powered telecom era. Featuring CxO insights from Telefรณnica, KDDI, MTN, Telstra, and Orange, it captures the voice of a sector transforming infrastructure into intelligence.
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In The Gateway to a New Future, top global telecom leadersโ€”Marc Murtra (Telefรณnica), Vicki Brady (Telstra), Sunil Bharti Mittal (Airtel), Biao He (China Mobile), and Benedicte Schilbred Fasmer (Telenor)โ€”share bold visions for reshaping the industry. From digital sovereignty and regulatory reform in Europe, to AI-powered smart cities in China and fintech platforms in Africa, these executives reveal how telecom is evolving into a driving force of global innovation, inclusion, and collaboration. The telco of tomorrow is not just a networkโ€”itโ€™s a platform for economic and societal transformation.
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In Beyond Connectivity: The Telco to Techco Transformation, leaders from e&, KDDI, and MTN reveal how telecoms are evolving into technology-first, platform-driven companies. These digital pioneers are integrating AI, 5G, cloud, smart infrastructure, and fintech to unlock massive valueโ€”from AI-powered smart cities in Japan, to inclusive fintech platforms in Africa, and cloud-first enterprise solutions in the Middle East. This piece explores how telcos are reshaping their role in the digital economyโ€”building intelligent, scalable, and people-first tech ecosystems.
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In Balancing Innovation and Regulation: Global Perspectives on Telecom Policy, top leaders including Jyotiraditya Scindia (India), Henna Virkkunen (European Commission), and Brendan Carr (U.S. FCC) explore how governments are aligning policy with innovation to future-proof their digital infrastructure. From Indiaโ€™s record-breaking 5G rollout and 6G ambitions, to Europeโ€™s push for AI sovereignty and U.S. leadership in open-market connectivity, this piece outlines how nations can foster growth, security, and inclusion in a hyperconnected world.
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In Driving Europeโ€™s Digital Future, telecom leaders Margherita Della Valle (Vodafone), Christel Heydemann (Orange), and Tim Hรถttges (Deutsche Telekom) deliver a unified message: Europe must reform telecom regulation, invest in AI and infrastructure, and scale operations to remain globally competitive. From lagging 5G rollout to emerging AI-at-the-edge opportunities, they urge policymakers to embrace consolidation, cut red tape, and drive fair investment frameworks. Europeโ€™s path to digital sovereignty hinges on bold leadership, collaborative policy, and future-ready infrastructure.
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In The AI Frontier: Transformative Visions and Societal Impact, global AI leaders explore the next phase of artificial intelligenceโ€”from Ray Kurzweilโ€™s prediction of AGI by 2029 and bio-integrated computing, to Alessandra Salaโ€™s call for inclusive, ethical model design, and Vilas Dharโ€™s vision of AI as a tool for systemic human good. Martin Kon of Cohere urges businesses to go beyond the hype and ground AI in real enterprise value. Together, these voices chart a path for AI that centers values, equity, and impactโ€”not just innovation.
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In Technology Game Changers, leaders from Agility Robotics, Lenovo, Databricks, Mistral AI, and Maven Clinic showcase how AI and robotics are moving from novelty to necessity. From Peggy Johnsonโ€™s Digit transforming warehouse labor, to Lenovoโ€™s hybrid AI ecosystem, Databricks’ frictionless AI UIs, Mistralโ€™s sovereignty-focused open-source models, and Mavenโ€™s virtual womenโ€™s health platform, this article explores the intelligent, personalized, and responsible future of tech. The next frontier of innovation isnโ€™t just smartโ€”itโ€™s human-centered.
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Global Shifts explores how leaders like Keyu Jin and Gregory Allen are analyzing the breakdown of old globalization models and the rise of new strategic paradigms. Jin outlines the emergence of regional economic blocs, Chinaโ€™s shift toward technology self-reliance, and the decentralization of capital. Allen frames AI as a strategic battleground, discussing export controls, the rise of DeepSeek, and the risks of decoupling. The piece offers a critical look at how economic power and innovation are evolving in an era defined by urgency, sovereignty, and competition.
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In Technology, Climate Change and Justice, top leaders from Arm, The B Team, Vattenfall, and Silo AI outline how technology can both fuel and fix the climate crisis. From Leah Seligmannโ€™s values-driven climate leadership to Anna Borgโ€™s clean-energy grids and Peter Sarlinโ€™s push for efficient, open-source AI, this piece highlights how innovation must align with inclusion, sustainability, and resilience. The message is clear: solving climate change isnโ€™t just about new techโ€”itโ€™s about how we deploy it, who benefits, and whether it truly serves a livable future.
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In Innovation In Action, executives from Time, Sierra, and Axios share how they’re redefining business, media, and journalism with AI. Time is unlocking over a century of content for fair AI use, while Sierraโ€™s “agentic AI” elevates the customer experience across industries. Axios emphasizes human-first reporting with AI support. Across the board, these leaders show how strategic adaptation can embrace AI without compromising trust, transparency, or editorial integrity.
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The future of manufacturing is intelligent, autonomous, and sustainable. Powered by private 5G networks, AI, and digital twins, smart factories are revolutionizing how goods are produced and maintained. From predictive maintenance to immersive virtual twins and AI-optimized energy systems, smart manufacturing is unlocking new levels of efficiency and innovation across industriesโ€”from ports and shipyards to agriculture and healthcare.
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Smart mobility is reshaping how the world moves, powered by 5G, AI, and edge computing. From autonomous vehicles and real-time logistics to AI-driven drones and connected public transport, intelligent transportation systems are redefining urban mobility, logistics, and industrial automation. As global investment and collaboration grow, the transportation industry is transforming into a $11.1 trillion smart ecosystem focused on sustainability, efficiency, and connectivity.
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FinTech, private 5G networks, and AI are converging to reshape digital finance across industries. From embedded payments and super apps to AI-driven credit scoring and secure M2M transactions, this $2 trillion opportunity is powered by mobile technology, cloud infrastructure, and regulatory evolution. Leaders must act fast to unlock new revenue, scale inclusion, and secure digital ecosystems.
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The future of sports and entertainment is fan-first, immersive, and data-driven. Powered by D2C models, 5G networks, AI content creation, and super apps, industry leaders are reimagining fan experiencesโ€”from Bundesliga’s mobile strategy to Web2.5’s tokenized communities. The shift is not just technical but cultural, prioritizing personalization, monetization, and real-time interaction across every touchpoint.
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Satellite-mobile convergence is rapidly shifting from niche to mainstream, enabling global mobile coverage through Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN). With direct-to-device (D2D) standards now supported by 3GPP Releases 17โ€“19, traditional mobile phones can connect directly to satellites. This development has unlocked use cases in emergency response, smart agriculture, logistics, and IoTโ€”paving the way for a future where 6G, edge AI, and multi-orbit architectures redefine connectivity. Learn how telecoms, enterprises, and regulators are navigating the path to a fully connected planet.
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NVIDIA and Google Cloud are collaborating to bring secure, on-premises agentic AI to enterprises by integrating Googleโ€™s Gemini models with NVIDIAโ€™s Blackwell platforms. Leveraging confidential computing and enhanced infrastructure like the GKE Inference Gateway and Triton Inference Server, the partnership ensures scalable AI deployment without compromising regulatory compliance or data sovereignty.
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Nvidia has open-sourced the KAI Scheduler, a key component of the Run:ai platform, to improve AI and ML operations. This Kubernetes-native tool optimizes GPU and CPU usage, enhances resource management, and supports dynamic adjustments to meet fluctuating demands in AI projects.
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In 2025, the ASEAN telecommunications sector is set for significant changes, driven by AI integration, digital infrastructure expansion, and strategic market consolidations. These transformations aim to enhance operational efficiency and profitability within the region’s dynamic telecom landscape.
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Samsung Electronics and KT Corporation have entered a strategic partnership to develop 6G network technologies, focusing on improving signal quality and system performance. Their research prioritizes advanced antenna systems like X-MIMO and AI-driven wireless communication enhancements. The companies aim to tackle high-frequency signal loss in the 7 GHz band and improve network reliability through beamforming and multi-spatial transmission.
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Indiaโ€™s telecom sector is rapidly evolving with AI and automation enhancing network operations, customer service, and 5G deployment. With over 125 million 5G users and major investments from companies like Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel, AI technologies are proving essential for scalability and efficiency. Despite challenges like infrastructure integration and talent gaps, Indiaโ€™s growing AI ecosystem and government support are driving the future of smart telecom solutions.
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OpenAI and Meta are eyeing partnerships with Reliance Industries to bring AI tools like ChatGPT and Llama to millions in India. By integrating with Relianceโ€™s telecom and digital networks, these tech giants aim to make AI more accessible and affordable. Relianceโ€™s reach, infrastructure, and government ties make it an ideal partner to scale AI adoption across diverse marketsโ€”from cities to rural India.
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IMDEA Networks, with partners UC3M, UAM, and UPM, launches DISCO6Gโ€”an ambitious 6G project integrating real-time communication and environmental sensing. Led by Jess Omar Lacruz, the initiative focuses on ISAC systems, intelligent surfaces, AI-driven signal optimization, and non-invasive diagnostics to enhance healthcare, smart mobility, and autonomous systems.
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Private 5G is poised to transform Indiaโ€™s telecom and industrial landscape, enabling Industry 4.0 through automation, AI, and ultra-reliable connectivity. At the 5GCongress, TRAI chief AK Lahoti and DoTโ€™s Manish Sinha projected โ‚น4 lakh crore revenue for the telecom sector by 2026, highlighting private 5Gโ€™s critical role in enhancing machine-to-machine communication, operational efficiency, and real-time data exchange. Government support through spectrum allocation and Make in India initiatives further boosts industry momentum.
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Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise has launched its first Private 5G solution in partnership with Celona. This new offering enhances secure, low-latency connectivity across enterprise environments like manufacturing plants, ports, and campuses. Integrated with ALEโ€™s OmniVista, OmniSwitch, and OmniAccess Stellar platforms, the network supports ultra-reliable industrial IoT applications and introduces advanced features like MicroSlicing, Aerloc, and Zero Trust Network Access.
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MATRIXX Software introduces dynamic billing support for satellite and non-terrestrial network (NTN) services, enabling telecom operators to expand coverage, monetize emerging LEO partnerships, and unify revenue management. The platform supports flexible commercial models, powering growth in underserved regions and across consumer, enterprise, and wholesale markets.
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Microsoft has upgraded its 365 Copilot with AI-driven toolsโ€”Researcher and Analystโ€”designed to handle deep research, strategic analysis, and data insights. Powered by OpenAI models, these features allow users to perform complex tasks like market planning, client reporting, and advanced analytics, while integrating data from platforms like Salesforce and Confluence.
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AI is transforming supply chain management by enhancing demand forecasting, optimizing inventory, and streamlining logistics. With the rise of Generative AI, businesses gain real-time insights for better efficiency and sustainability, from ethical sourcing to reducing carbon footprints. Companies like Fujitsu are leading the way with AI-powered solutions across logistics, quality control, and food/pharma safety.
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AMD and Rapt AI are partnering to improve AI workload efficiency across AMD Instinct GPUs, including MI300X and MI350. By integrating Rapt AI’s intelligent workload automation tools, the collaboration aims to optimize GPU performance, reduce costs, and streamline AI training and inference deployment. This partnership positions AMD as a stronger competitor to Nvidia in the high-performance AI GPU market while offering businesses better scalability and resource utilization.
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Observe.AI has unveiled VoiceAI agentsโ€”intelligent, realistic voice-powered AI tools designed to automate contact center operations. These AI agents manage routine customer interactions using advanced voice technology, reduce support costs by up to 80%, and integrate easily with tools like Salesforce and Zendesk. With features like interruption detection and robust data security, VoiceAI agents mark a leap forward in contact center automation.
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Telecom networks are facing unprecedented complexity with 5G, IoT, and cloud services. Traditional service assurance methods are becoming obsolete, making AI-driven, real-time analytics essential for competitive advantage. This independent industry whitepaper explores how DPUs, GPUs, and Generative AI (GenAI) are enabling predictive automation, reducing operational costs, and improving service quality....
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Explore the collaboration between Purdue Research Foundation, Purdue University, Ericsson, and Saab at the Aviation Innovation Hub. Discover how private 5G networks, real-time analytics, and sustainable innovations are shaping the "Airport of the Future" for a smarter, safer, and greener aviation industry....
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This article explores the deployment of 5G NR Transparent Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTNs), detailing the architecture's advantages and challenges. It highlights how this "bent-pipe" NTN approach integrates ground-based gNodeB components with NGSO satellite constellations to expand global connectivity. Key challenges like moving beam management, interference mitigation, and latency are discussed, underscoring...

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