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du Releases First 6G Whitepaper on Autonomous Telecom Networks
du has published its first 6G whitepaper in collaboration with Khalifa University, detailing a blueprint for autonomous, AI-native telecom networks.
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Qualcomm Forecasts Commercial 6G Device Shipments to Begin in 2029
Qualcomm expects pre-commercial 6G hardware by 2028, with commercial shipments starting in 2029 to enable native artificial intelligence integration.
China Initiates Regional 6G Trials to Test Future Industrial Applications
China has launched a collaborative pilot program across multiple provinces to test 6G applications in maritime and manufacturing sectors ahead of a projected 2030 commercial rollout.
Telstra and Ericsson Collaborate on 6G Research with AI-Native Focus
Telstra and Ericsson collaborate on 6G AI-native architecture development, combining research facilities in Sweden and Australia to advance next-generation network technology.
Nokia and Orange Partner to Develop AI-RAN Capabilities with Nvidia Support
Nokia and Orange partner to develop AI-RAN capabilities with Nvidia support, focusing on network performance, energy efficiency, and 6G readiness through GPU-accelerated radio processors and AI integration.
UAE Launches World’s First Commercial U6GHz Network, Targeting 10Gbps Connectivity
The UAE launched the world’s first commercial U6GHz network at the SAMENA Council Leaders’ Summit 2026, targeting 10Gbps speeds and laying early groundwork for 6G.
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SKT and Ericsson Partner on 6G Research Through 2031, While SoftBank Cuts Antenna Power Use
SK Telecom and Ericsson signed a joint 6G and 5G research agreement running through 2031. Separately, SoftBank and AGC reported antenna simplification that cuts base station power use by up to one-eighth.
NGMN Warns of AI Network Impact on Mobile Operators as Uplink Demands Rise
The NGMN Alliance has flagged growing concerns about AI’s strain on mobile networks, warning of uplink capacity challenges and 6G fragmentation risks heading into 2026.
ZTE GigaMIMO 6G Technology Debuts at MWC Barcelona 2026 with AI-Native Architecture
ZTE unveiled its GigaMIMO 6G technology at MWC Barcelona 2026, achieving a 10x capacity improvement over 5G-Advanced and a 30% spectral efficiency gain through deep AI-wireless integration.
ZTE Demonstrates 6G AI Immersive Communication System at MWC 2026
ZTE demonstrated an AI-powered immersive communication system in the U6G band at MWC 2026, featuring haptic gloves, real-time 3D digital humans, and a 2,000-antenna GigaMIMO prototype.
ZTE and China Mobile Launch GigaMIMO Solution at MWC Barcelona 2026, Targeting 5G-A and 6G Evolution
ZTE and China Mobile unveiled the GigaMIMO solution at MWC Barcelona 2026, combining ultra-massive antenna arrays with AI integration. Field trials in Xi’an recorded single-user data rates exceeding 17 Gbps.
Qualcomm 6G Coalition Targets Commercial Deployment by 2029 with X105 Modem Launch
Qualcomm launched a global 6G coalition at MWC26 Barcelona, targeting commercial deployments by 2029, alongside the X105 5G Modem-RF System with 14.8 Gb/s peak downlink speeds.
Qualcomm CEO Says AI Agent Ecosystem Will Replace Smartphone as the Centre of Mobile Technology
Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon said the AI agent ecosystem will replace the smartphone as the central hub of personal technology, with 6G serving as the wireless backbone for this shift.
Nvidia 6G AI Initiative Draws Major Operators and Vendors at MWC 2026
Nvidia assembled a coalition of major telecom operators and vendors at MWC 2026 to embed AI into 6G network design from the ground up.
ZTE Showcases AI Solutions Across Connectivity and Devices at MWC Barcelona 2026
ZTE participates in MWC Barcelona 2026 with AI solutions in connectivity, cloud, home, and devices. The company unveils eight achievements and joins GSMA forums.
Ericsson Forms Partnership with Mistral AI for Telecom Applications
Ericsson and Mistral AI announced a partnership to develop AI solutions for telecom networks. The collaboration targets automation and 6G research.
33 Telecom Operators Launch Commercial 5G Network Slicing Services
Thirty-three communications service providers worldwide now offer commercial services based on 5G Standalone network slicing technology, with nearly one-third of these launches occurring in 2025 alone, according to Ericsson’s November 2025 Mobility Report published last month. The technology enables operators to guarantee quality of service by allocating dedicated network resources for specific customer use cases. […]
stc group Completes First 7 GHz (6G-Enabled) Band Trial in MENA, Setting a New Standard for Next-Generation Connectivity
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – 6 November 2025: stc group, Saudi Arabia’s leading digital enabler, has successfully conducted the Middle East and North Africa’s first trial of the 7 GHz frequency band, a key component of sixth generation (6G) technology, in collaboration with the Communications, Space & Technology Commission and Nokia. This pioneering trial assessed the […]
Ericsson to lay technical 6G groundwork in new Hexa-X project
Hexa-X, the new European 6G flagship research project, brings together a strong consortium of major ICT, industry and academic stakeholders to lay 6G groundwork and set the direction for future research and standardization focus areas. A new European 6G flagship research project, Hexa-X, will begin on January 1, 2021, with a focus on developing the vision for future 6G […]