Nokia and Bharti Airtel’s first trial of 5G non-standalone technology in India achieved over 1.2 Gbps data throughput on Airtel’s commercial network. The trial used the 3.5 GHz spectrum for 5G, leveraging Nokia’s RAN software and advanced virtualization.
Telecom Egypt is on the verge of launching the nation’s first 5G services after signing a groundbreaking agreement with Nokia. This collaboration includes the deployment of advanced 5G RAN equipment in major cities like Cairo and Alexandria. Telecom Egypt, the sole 5G spectrum license holder, underscores their commitment to cutting-edge digital services.
Nokia has been chosen to supply Norlys with its complete mobile core network and managed services. This partnership will enhance the performance and reliability of Norlys’ 4G and 5G networks in Denmark. Utilizing Red Hat OpenShift and Nokia’s Cloud Platform, the deployment promises scalable and secure infrastructure solutions for advanced voice and data services.
STC Group recently deployed Nokia’s AI-powered self-organizing network (SON) during the Hajj season, enhancing VoIP performance amidst a 40% traffic surge. Utilizing MantaRay SON, the collaboration optimized network settings every 15 minutes, resulting in a 30% improvement in loaded cell utilization and a 10% increase in user throughput, showcasing the transformative potential of AI in VoIP optimization.
Nokia has revealed its acquisition of Infinera, a California-based provider of optical transport networking solutions, for $2.3 billion. This strategic move aims to bolster Nokia’s presence in the North American optical networking market.
Nokia and Claro have successfully concluded the first phase of Colombia’s most extensive 5G rollout, establishing 1,000 sites across the nation. This achievement came just four months after Colombian authorities granted 5G licenses, marking a significant step toward enhancing various industrial sectors, including transport, mining, energy, and oil and gas.
Telefónica and Nokia have announced a partnership aimed at leveraging 5G Standalone (SA) capabilities to enhance network APIs, thereby supporting developers in crafting innovative use cases for consumers, enterprises, and industrial sectors. This collaboration will see Telefónica utilizing Nokia’s Network Exposure Function (NEF) to provide developers access to various advanced 5G network features.
Nokia has deepened its collaboration with Google Cloud to streamline the creation of 5G applications. Leveraging Google Cloud’s advanced AI tools, such as Vertex AI and Gemini 1.5 Pro, Nokia aims to enhance its Network as Code platform.
Nokia has announced a groundbreaking achievement in telecommunications, making the first cellular call using the 3GPP Immersive Voice and Audio Services (IVAS) codec. This innovation is hailed as the most significant advancement in live voice calling since the era of monophonic telephony.
The Finnish telecommunications equipment provider Nokia and Swedish operator group Telia joined forces to conduct a trial assessing the utility of the 6 GHz spectrum for massive MIMO 5G. Their outdoor trial, held at Nokia’s Research and Development center in Espoo, Finland, featured the utilization of a 128TRX antenna based on Nokia’s AirScale Habrok radio and a test terminal from MediaTek equipped with integrated antennas. While specifics on speeds and feeds remain undisclosed, the trial reportedly proceeded successfully.
