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MWC 2025 Keynote 1: The Gateway to a New Future - Open APIs & 5G Evolution

MWC 2025 Keynote 1: The Gateway to a New Future – Open APIs & 5G Evolution

As the digital world evolves, connectivity is reshaping industries through API-driven telecom solutions. The GSMA Open Gateway initiative is pioneering this shift by enabling seamless integration between telecom operators, developers, and enterprises. With 5G expected to power 1.2 billion connections by 2025, Open Gateway’s standardized APIs are fostering innovation in smart cities, fintech, logistics, and more. Join us at MWC25 Barcelona to explore the future of telecom connectivity.

Private 5G Transforms Indian Mining: BSNL & Echelon Edge at Amlohri

Private 5G Transforms Indian Mining: BSNL & Echelon Edge at Amlohri
BSNL and Echelon Edge have joined forces to install a private 5G SA network at Amlohri Coal Mines, transforming India’s mining sector. The network enables real-time IoT monitoring, AI-powered traffic management, drone inspections, and digital twin integration for safer, more efficient operations. This deployment highlights the transformative potential of 5G in modernizing mining while promoting indigenous technology under India’s “Make in India” initiative.

Ericsson and Vodafone Deploy 5G Standalone Private Networks in Heavy Industry

Ericsson and Vodafone Deploy 5G Standalone Private Networks in Heavy Industry
Ericsson and Vodafone Portugal pioneer 5G Standalone Private Networks at CIMPOR’s cement plant, enabling IoT, drone inspections, and smart devices for enhanced efficiency, safety, and sustainability in industrial operations.

Citymesh Unveils 5G Safety Drone Shield for Belgium’s Emergency Services

Citymesh Unveils 5G Safety Drone Shield for Belgium's Emergency Services
Citymesh has introduced a 5G-powered Safety Drone Shield in Belgium to enhance emergency response efforts for services like firefighters and police. The system uses drones equipped with thermal and HD cameras to provide real-time footage within 90 seconds of a call. Operating on a private 5G network, these drones help emergency teams assess situations quickly and make more informed decisions. Currently featuring 16 Drones-in-a-Box, with plans to expand to 70 by the end of 2024, the system aims to improve situational awareness, speed up response times, and boost the overall efficiency of emergency services.

Largest 5G Drones-as-a-Service Network in Switzerland by Swisscom and Nokia

5G drone coverage and challenges - TeckNexus
Nokia and Swisscom Broadcast are partnering to establish Switzerland’s largest Drones-as-a-Service (DaaS) network, featuring 300 Drone-in-a-Box units. This deployment aims to improve public safety and industrial operations by offering quick, autonomous drone responses for emergencies and inspections. Utilizing advanced 3GPP technologies and edge computing, this network is designed to overcome Switzerland’s unique operational challenges, ensuring reliable and efficient beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) operations. This initiative builds on Nokia’s successful drone deployment in Belgium and is set to revolutionize safety and efficiency across various sectors in Switzerland.

5G-Enabled Drone Deliveries in Remote Orkney: A New Consortium Initiative

5G-Enabled Drone Deliveries in Remote Orkney - A New Consortium Initiative
The CROFT project, led by Skyports Drone Services and funded by the UK Space Agency, is set to explore 5G-enabled drone deliveries in Orkney, Scotland. This initiative unites leading experts to develop scalable drone services, enhancing connectivity for remote communities using cutting-edge space technologies.

Private 5G: Transforming Industries with Tailored Connectivity

Private 5G: Transforming Industries with Tailored Connectivity
Private 5G networks are transforming digital transformation by providing tailored, secure connectivity for various industries. Unlike public networks, private 5G offers dedicated solutions for sectors like manufacturing, transport, and healthcare. This article explores the benefits, key adopters, and strategic partnerships driving the implementation of private 5G, highlighting its role in enhancing productivity, safety, and sustainability.

Drones and Telia’s Private 5G Enable Remote Forestry Control in Sweden

Drones and Telia's Private 5G Enable Remote Forestry Control in Sweden
Telia’s private 5G and drones extend network coverage to remote areas, revolutionizing industries like forestry. In Sweden, drones with mobile base stations enabled remote control of forestry machines, overcoming connectivity challenges in remote forests. Key partners, including Mittuniversitetet, Telia, Ericsson, and Volvo CE, contributed to this innovative project, showcasing the potential of 5G and drone technology to enhance connectivity, safety, and operational efficiency in forestry and beyond.

DoT Testing Drones & Balloons for 5G Emergency Connectivity

DoT Testing Drones & Balloons for 5G Emergency Connectivity
The government believes that using drones and balloons for telecom connectivity is a much more convenient option during disasters as compared to setting up new mobile sites.

Ericsson Texas Smart Factory: Sustainable and Energy-Efficient

Ericsson Texas Smart Factory
Ericsson’s smart factory based in Texas, US builts 5G and advanced antenna systems radios. The smart factory is 25% more energy-efficient, produces 17% of required power on-site via solar panels, uses 40,000-gallon tanks to collect & reuse rainwater, and reduces shipping distance up to 5 times.

5G-Driven Drone Food Delivery by Tele2 and Foodora

5G-Driven Drone Food Delivery by Tele2 and Foodora
Tele2 AB and foodora unveil foodora Air, leveraging 5G and IoT for drone-based food delivery. This eco-friendly service introduces electric drones for efficient deliveries, addressing challenges like traffic and carbon footprint. With Tele2’s 5G, and drones from Aerit, foodora Air aims for faster, sustainable service in areas like Värmdö, showcasing the future of logistics.

GenAI: Empowering Drones with Human-like Intelligence for Autonomous Navigation

GenAI: Empowering Drones with Human-like Intelligence for Autonomous Navigation
Drones equipped with intelligent software provide a faster, more convenient, cost-effective, and expansive approach to tackling real-world challenges. With GenAI at the helm, these drones possess an unprecedented level of adaptability and decision-making prowess. As we continue to push the boundaries of innovation, the era of intelligent drones promises to unlock limitless opportunities for exploration, discovery, and societal advancement.

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