Ericsson and SoftBank have signed an MoU to form a new partnership. This agreement focuses on evaluating, promoting, and co-creating ‘NextWave Tech’, which encompasses advancing technologies to the next stage, including AI, Cloud RAN (Radio Access Network), XR (Extended Reality), and 6G. This collaboration will explore new ways to use these technologies and improve cellular networks.
Ericsson and SoftBank plan to invest in bringing these technologies to life, which can lead to growth and make things more cost-effective. Together, they will create plans for future networks to ensure their work aligns with their long-term goals and helps them lead the industry.
Ericsson and SoftBank will also strengthen their partnership in several important areas, such as: – Checking how ready Cloud RAN is for business usage with AI technology. – Creating better network designs for new uses like XR. – Finding new ways to use radio waves by combining sensing and communication. – Using centimeter Wave technologies to make Japan a leader in 6G.
Jawad Manssour, President and Representative Director of Ericsson Japan, said: “Working with SoftBank is an important step in realizing the power of AI-driven connectivity technologies. We are poised to drive innovation and shape SoftBank’s future of mobile networks, empowering their technology leadership through 2030.”
Hideyuki Tsukuda, Executive Vice President and CTO at SoftBank, said: “Our collaboration in areas like 6G and AI will not only enhance our network performance but also open doors for new business prospects and technological breakthroughs.”
Through this partnership, Ericsson and SoftBank aim to meet the changing needs of people and businesses for fast, secure, and reliable internet connections.
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