Ericsson, Nokia, and Fraunhofer HHI are pioneering advances in video coding for the 6G era, focusing on enhancing media experiences and mobile video efficiency. Aimed at revolutionizing digital media, their new codec provides superior compression, energy efficiency, and scalability, setting the stage for high-efficiency streaming and immersive formats.
Vodafone’s RAN overhaul, leveraging advanced VoIP technologies for 5G services, marks a pivotal shift. By integrating carrier aggregation, AI, and Open RAN, Vodafone aims to enhance network efficiency. Vendors like Ericsson play key roles, highlighting Vodafone’s balanced strategy in the competitive telecommunications market. This digital innovation promises enhanced connectivity.
Ericsson’s third-quarter results highlight an impressive profit growth due to strategic cost efficiencies and key sales, despite a net sales decline of 9%. The telecom giant doubled its adjusted EBITA and significantly increased its net income. Strong operational performance in the Networks and Cloud Software & Services segments balanced R&D challenges, positioning Ericsson well for 5G and 6G advancements.
Malaysia has taken a bold step into the future with the launch of YTL Communications’ 5G Advanced services. As the ninth nation to embrace this cutting-edge technology, Malaysia aims for nationwide 5G Advanced coverage by December. Leveraging Digital Nasional Berhad’s network and Ericsson’s system, YTL is revolutionizing connectivity.
Airbus has partnered with Ericsson to establish a private 5G network, revolutionizing its Hamburg smart factory. This strategic move enhances aerospace manufacturing by seamlessly connecting people, machines, and vehicles. The integration ensures efficient processes through augmented reality and swift robotic task management, setting a global standard and transforming industrial operations.
The telecommunications industry is witnessing a transformative milestone with AT&T’s first Open RAN call, leveraging third-party radios in collaboration with Ericsson and 1Finity. This breakthrough underscores the potential of Open RAN in creating flexible, vendor-diverse networks.
Ericsson is in talks to invest in Intel’s new networking unit, potentially gaining a small stake. The spinoff will focus on advanced silicon for communications infrastructure, aligning with Intel’s broader strategy to streamline operations and prioritize core areas like AI and CPUs.
SoftBank’s collaboration with Ericsson promises a transformative 4G and 5G network upgrade across Japan, utilizing advanced AI optimizations. This initiative, with its focus on 5G Standalone networks, ensures ultra-fast speeds and reliable connectivity.
AT&T and Ericsson achieved a milestone by deploying a third party RAN automation application on a live network. Built on the Open RAN R1 interface and powered by Ericsson’s Intelligent Automation Platform, it optimizes performance with telemetry and policy data.
Ericsson and twelve leading telecom providers have launched Aduna, a joint venture to accelerate global adoption of network APIs. Backed by major operators and cloud partners, Aduna builds on Ericsson’s secure platform and supports initiatives like Open Gateway to standardize APIs.
