Samsung and KDDI Research are spearheading the integration of artificial intelligence into future 6G networks. By enhancing multiple-input multiple-output (MIMO) systems with AI, they aim to boost transmission speeds and network capacity, revolutionizing mobile networks.
Bouygues Telecom and Free, part of the iliad Group, are partnering with Aduna to accelerate global adoption of network APIs. Alongside Orange, they aim to enhance digital innovation by providing developers with access to advanced network functions.
US telecom giants AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon have partnered with Ericsson to launch the Aduna initiative, introducing standardized network APIs for fraud prevention. Slated for 2025, these APIs enhance security by verifying users and preventing unauthorized SIM swaps.
Samsung successfully tested 5G RedCap on Hyundai’s private 5G network in Ulsan, marking an industry-first for Industry 4.0. The trial enhances Hyundai’s smart factory initiative, optimizing automation with RedCap-enabled devices.
Apple’s iPhone C1 modem chip marks a major shift in reducing reliance on Qualcomm, targeting an 80% cut by 2026. The 4nm modem, debuting in the iPhone 16e, enhances network performance but lacks mmWave 5G.
The Next Generation Mobile Networks Alliance (NGMN) has unveiled a transformative roadmap towards 6G. This framework addresses current 5G challenges, emphasizing a seamless evolution that integrates cutting-edge technologies.
SK Telecom saw strong growth in 2024, driven by a 19% surge in AI revenue and a 4.0% rise in AI business. With 31.8 million mobile users and strategic investments in AI infrastructure, the company is advancing its AI ambitions.
Keysight Technologies and the University of Malaga have launched the Malaga 6G Research and Innovation Lab to advance 6G technology. This facility will foster collaboration across industry and academia, focusing on areas like AI-enhanced network performance, digital twins, and secure, scalable architectures.
EE has extended its partnership with the Home Nations Football Associations and Wembley Stadium until 2028, cementing EE’s role as the exclusive lead partner. This extension underscores EE’s commitment to investing in UK football, enhancing fan experiences with advanced 4G and 5G connectivity.
Vodafone has achieved a world first: a non-terrestrial video call using an unmodified 4G/5G smartphone via AST SpaceMobile’s BlueBird satellites. This milestone highlights the fusion of satellite and cellular networks, extending coverage to remote areas.
