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Ericsson, Volvo Group, and Airtel have joined forces to explore how 5G Advanced, Digital Twin technology, and Extended Reality (XR) can transform manufacturing in India. The research, conducted at Volvo’s R&D Centre in Bangalore, will focus on smart factories, immersive training, and real-time process optimization. With Airtel’s low-latency 5G network, the collaboration aims to enhance industrial automation, workforce training, and AI-driven efficiencies, setting a benchmark for Industry 4.0 and Industry 5.0 innovations.
Hanyang University Hospital in Guri, South Korea, has deployed an advanced private 5G network from HFR Mobile, revolutionizing healthcare operations. The network supports AI-powered patient monitoring, real-time infusion tracking, and secure data communication. This milestone showcases private 5G’s potential in addressing critical safety and efficiency challenges while paving the way for future innovations like robotic surgeries and IoT-based predictive healthcare.
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.
Verizon Business has secured a contract to enhance 5G and 4G LTE networks at 35 U.S. Air Force bases. Under the Air Force’s Offer to Lease (OTL) program, Verizon will deploy critical upgrades, including C-Band carrier layers, macro towers, and small cell installations. These enhancements will improve speed, bandwidth, and latency, supporting military operations, personnel, and surrounding communities.
Valenciaport’s private 5G network connects 25,000 devices across six square miles, optimizing cargo traffic, enhancing security, and enabling innovative solutions like AI-powered remote maintenance and digital twinning. Learn how Europe’s second-busiest port is driving digital transformation.
Ericsson’s private 5G networks revolutionize smart factory operations by enabling automation, AR/VR training, real-time quality control, and sustainable production practices. Learn how 5G’s low latency, scalability, and adaptability empower Industry 4.0 technologies and enhance human-machine collaboration for optimized manufacturing workflows.
PETRONAS, in partnership with Telekom Malaysia, has launched a Private 5G network at its Bintulu LNG Complex in Sarawak. This deployment aims to enhance operational efficiency and safety by integrating advanced technologies such as industrial IoT, AI, and robotics. The initiative is part of PETRONAS’ broader strategy to modernize its operations and lead the digital transformation in the energy sector. The successful launch has received strong government support and sets a new standard for energy companies globally, as they increasingly adopt digital solutions to meet industry demands.
Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) is transforming the telecommunications landscape by offering cost-effective, high-speed internet solutions. Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) are leveraging FWA to extend broadband reach, especially in rural and underserved areas. This article examines the rise of FWA, the challenges MNOs face in its implementation, and future prospects.
Vodafone’s Generative AI strategy is transforming customer experiences and operational efficiency. Key highlights include:

SuperTOBi – Virtual Assistant: Vodafone’s SuperTOBi, powered by Microsoft Azure OpenAI, enhances customer service by providing faster, accurate responses and supporting multiple languages. It significantly improves customer satisfaction rates.

Hotel Experience Transformation: Vodafone’s virtual assistant, unveiled at FiturTechY, serves as a virtual receptionist, improving guest interactions and operational efficiency in hotels. Additionally, REM Data helps manage high-traffic areas and TechYRoom streamlines hotel maintenance tasks with voice-controlled automation.

VOXI AI Chatbot: VOXI’s chatbot, developed with Accenture, offers human-like interactions and personalized support, significantly enhancing the customer service experience with faster resolutions and higher accuracy.

Microsoft Partnership: Vodafone’s 10-year strategic partnership with Microsoft focuses on delivering hyper-personalized customer experiences, scaling IoT and digital services, and modernizing data centers, driving digital transformation and sustainability.

AI-Onboard in Automotive: Vodafone and Infinite Reality introduce AI-Onboard, merging Generative AI with AR and VR for an immersive automotive retail experience. This platform supports innovative payment systems and enhances customer engagement.

Vodafone’s innovative use of Generative AI demonstrates its leadership in customer service, digital transformation, and operational efficiency.
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.
What did Insight Research conclude during its coverage of AI in the RAN in its report “AI and RAN – How fast will they run?
1. AI intersects the RAN at numerous angles – the principal end-applications for AI in RAN are traffic optimization, caching, coding and energy management.
2. The impact of AI on these applications is on technical, commercial and competitive fronts.
3. There are numerous AI, ML and DL algorithms that are being used to improve the above end-applications.
4. Thanks to the penchant of AI in dealing with complexity, each of these end-applications will enjoy high CAGRs.
5. AI has democratized the RAN vendor landscape
In this 180th episode of The G2 on 5G, we cover:
1. Telus partners with Samsung Networks for LTE and 5G open and virtualized RAN
2. Verizon inks Private 5G deal with NHL
3. T-Mobile leans into uplink transmit switching for 5G uplink optimization
4. AT&T and FirstNet sign 10-year, $8 billion deal including 1,000 new sites, SA 5G
5. Nokia and Dell team up for private cellular networking
6. Vodafone HyperRealityHub

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