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July 17, 2025

AI & 5G Advanced: Smarter Networks & New Use Cases

Telecom is riding a two-wave innovation double whammy: AI in network operations and 5G Advanced (aka 5.5G)

AI & 5G Advanced: Smarter Networks & New Use Cases

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Telecom is riding a two-wave innovation double‑whammy: AI in network operations and 5G‑Advanced (aka 5.5G)

Operators are integrating generative AI to optimize networks, cut costs, and offer new services—telcos are even building AI datacenters to provide inference/training as a service 

5G‑Advanced brings theoretical speeds up to 10 Gbps, ultra-low latency, network slicing for verticals like industrial automation, and integrated AI/ML for dynamic orchestration 

Meanwhile, edge computing and autonomous networks—with self-healing capabilities—amplify these capabilities, enabling near real-time orchestration and resilience.

These innovations unlock massive potential: from XR &telemedicine to autonomous vehicles and smart manufacturing—applications demanding deterministic performance and security.

That said, adoption challenges remain standardization, investment scales, and aligning new business models are ongoing puzzles. The next few years will determine if these technologies reshape telecom’s revenue mix.

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