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Welcome to your Q2 round-up from the GSMA 5G Futures Community.
Following an exciting and busy week at MWC Shanghai at the end of last month, I’m excited to share with you the latest news and insights from the community.
My personal highlights in this edition include the launch of the Non-Terrestrial Networks – Opportunities and Challenges whitepaper. Developed in collaboration with over 20 leading mobile operators, satellite operators, equipment vendors and ecosystem partners, the whitepaper delves into the role of satellite-terrestrial integration in the future of global connectivity.
My second highlight includes last months community webinar, AI in Mobile Networks: From Optimisation to AI Readiness, where we were joined by experts from China Mobile, InterDigital, LG U+, MediaTek Inc. and Vivo who discussed the evolution from traditional, task-specific AI to Agentic AI, where autonomous agents interact intelligently with the network environment.
We hope you find this edition insightful and valuable. | |
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Kind regards,
Henry Calvert,
Head of Networks, GSMA | | | |
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Non-Terrestrial Networks whitepaper | | |
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Opportunities and Challenges |
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This paper provides a comprehensive overview of the Non-Terrestrial Network (NTN) ecosystem, focusing on satellite–terrestrial integration. It explores the state of the art of satellite connectivity, broadband, D2D deployments, standardisation, NTN use cases and technical challenges. As NR-NTN and IoT-NTN standards evolve within 3GPP, MNOs will play a key role in supporting D2D, IoT, mobility, and emergency services through close collaboration with satellite providers. |
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Insights from MWC Shanghai 2025 | | |
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Harnessing 5G Standalone for AI-Driven Telco Innovation roundtable |
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During MWC Shanghai, leaders from mobile operators, network equipment providers, and industry partners came together to explore how 5G Standalone serves as a critical enabler for AI-driven telco applications. The two hour discussion focused on leveraging 5G SA's high-performance, low-latency, and reliable connectivity to drive innovations in network automation, customer experience, and generate new revenue streams. |
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GSMA Open Gateway Summit |
MWC Shanghai hosted a dedicated Open Gateway Summit to showcase the tremendous innovation in the region. It also showcased the rapid progress in commercialization in the region over the past year.
With presentations from China Telecom, China Mobile and China Unicom it was clear that new advanced APIs such as Quality-on-Demand and Edge Compute becoming increasingly core to API adoption. |
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5G-Advanced: Where We Stand & What’s Next? |
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During the 5G Future Summit at MWC Shanghai, technical experts, industry leaders, and pioneering enterprises came together to share the latest breakthroughs, explore emerging use cases, and discuss the evolving demand for 5G-A. Attendees uncovered how the fusion of 5G-A and AI is poised to drive the next wave of innovation. |
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Building the Network Foundations for 5G Monetisation |
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During the 5G Monetisation Summit at MWC Shanghai, we explored the critical steps involved in building scalable, resilient networks and the new capabilities required to meet the demands of 5G monetisation. |
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The role of AI in Mobile Networks | | |
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Agentic AI for Telcos whitepaper |
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The latest report details how Agentic AI empowers mobile operators to redefine their value propositions by offering autonomous, intent-driven services. This unlocks new value, enhances customer experiences, and boosts operational excellence. The paper explores strategic pathways and calls for industry collaboration and standardisation to navigate challenges and seize this pivotal opportunity for an intelligent, connected world. |
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AI in Mobile Networks: From Optimisation to AI Readiness webinar |
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In the recent GSMA 5G Futures Community webinar, hear from experts at China Mobile, InterDigital, LG U+, MediaTek Inc. and Vivo on the evolution from traditional, task-specific AI to Agentic AI, where autonomous agents interact intelligently with the network environment, that paves the way towards full automation. |
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How 5G SA is shaping the future of business | | |
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With full capability 5G Standalone (5G SA) networks and a consultative business approach, operators reach the point of true 5G maturity, creating innovative service opportunities that will unlock a new wave of industrial innovation allowing enterprises to potentially add an extra US$4.7 trillion to the global GDP and create 7.3 million new jobs across industries. Read the full article for further insights. |
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Operator Platform Group latest specifications | | |
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Requirements for Network as a Service |
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This specification defines advanced Network as a Service offerings based on the Operator Platform Architecture, including Network Communication Services. It outlines detailed requirements for platform interfaces, particularly the Southbound Interface for managing Network Slice capabilities via Operations and Maintenance. |
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Operator Platform Architecture and Requirements |
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The Operator Platform Group has released specifications outlining the platform architecture and requirements, separating generic platform functions from specific service implementations like edge computing and Network as a Service. |
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Save the date: 25-26 Nov 2025 |
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The GSMA 5G Futures Community is excited to be heading to MWC Doha for the first time later this year. During the 5G Futures Summit, we look forward to exploring regional progress in the role of open APIs in unlocking 5G value, the rollout of 5G Standalone and 5G-Advanced, and the transformative role of Mobile AI and Private 5G in unlocking new revenue opportunities for mobile network operators. |
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