Hello, this week we’re cutting through the noise and focusing on what actually moves creators forward.

AI in telecom is just starting, but the industry is moving faster than most operators can keep up with. New deployments happen weekly across different regions. Vendors announce capabilities. Standards evolve.

Let’s dive in.

SoftBank, with NVIDIA, has introduced an AI-powered radio access network (AI-RAN) to manage both AI and 5G workloads. This breakthrough allows telecom operators to tap unused network capacity, creating new revenue streams. The AI-RAN system boosts 5G performance while supporting AI inference tasks, making it a game-changer for telecoms. The partnership is set to revolutionize network efficiency and commercial viability. Read more​

Netflix’s live boxing event, featuring Tyson vs. Paul, peaked at 65 million streams, breaking records for U.S. sports viewership. The broadcast reached over 6,000 bars, with 72,300 in the stadium. Despite glitches like buffering, Netflix’s venture into live sports signals a future with major events like WWE and NFL. However, technical issues raised concerns about their readiness. Read more​

SK Telecom has introduced an AI-powered system at its contact center, improving service with personalized support. The system uses SKT’s proprietary AI models to streamline processes and reduce workloads for new agents. The platform, now in beta, promises more efficient and customer-centric service, transforming traditional customer support. Read more​

Dell Technologies, in partnership with Intel, expands its AI for Telecom program, offering new AI-driven solutions for network operations and enterprise edge. Key features include AI-powered network automation and traffic analysis, improving performance and efficiency. These solutions also support edge applications, optimising network infrastructure and enterprise edge operations. Read more​