During the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Huawei exhibited their state-of-the-art offerings, targeting telecoms carriers and industry leaders. A focal point was the transformative potential of 5G and 5G-A networks powered by artificial intelligence (AI). Huawei’s innovations aim to optimize business models, enhance infrastructure, and streamline operations and maintenance (O&M).
The event featured offerings to address increasing demands from AI applications, ensuring smooth network experiences. Among the launches were AI-centric network solutions designed to help carriers build more responsive networks and maintain user satisfaction. Moreover, AI-powered O&M solutions were unveiled to give carrier networks Level 4 autonomy, enhancing their self-operating capabilities.
As AI models become more accessible, carriers face mounting pressure to meet higher service expectations. The solution lies in deploying similar technologies to ensure stability and reliability across their networks. By the end of 2024, over 2.1 billion users were on 5G networks, marking a significant increase in demand for robust networks capable of supporting AI-driven applications.
Pioneering carriers began launching commercial 5G-Advanced (5G-A) in 2024 across various global cities. This advancement delivers superior experiences in live-streaming, gaming, and travel. For telecoms, 5G-A offers a pathway to innovative monetization strategies that transcend traditional pricing models, by tailoring services to distinct consumer needs.
Huawei, collaborating with carriers in Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, is actively exploring new pricing models to better serve end-users. The shift from data-centric to experience-based pricing tiers not only elevates customer experience but also drives revenue growth for carriers.
Nueva launches at MWC also included AI-Centric Network solutions to help telecom companies enhance their ICT infrastructure. These are crucial for managing the bandwidth, latency, and coverage demands brought about by AI advancements. This shift allows carriers to evolve from simple connectivity providers to digital service suppliers, unlocking new revenue streams.
