{"id":45508,"date":"2025-12-15T15:10:48","date_gmt":"2025-12-15T15:10:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/technologies\/networks\/?post_type=gsma_theme_resources&#038;p=45508"},"modified":"2026-01-19T18:01:27","modified_gmt":"2026-01-19T18:01:27","slug":"mwc25-doha-standalone-networks-building-network-foundations-for-consumer-growth-innovation","status":"publish","type":"gsma_theme_resources","link":"https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/technologies\/networks\/gsma_resources\/mwc25-doha-standalone-networks-building-network-foundations-for-consumer-growth-innovation\/","title":{"rendered":"MWC25 Doha &#8211; Standalone Networks: Building Network Foundations for Consumer Growth and Innovation"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5g-future-summit-session-1\">5G Future Summit, Session 1 <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-about-the-session\">About the session<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As Standalone (SA) network deployments accelerate across the Middle East, the region is entering a pivotal phase in its transition towards fully realising the promise of next-generation connectivity. Unlike earlier non-Standalone architectures, 5G SA enables consistently low latency, predictable performance and service-level guarantees, capabilities that directly shape the viability of advanced consumer services. As a result, experiences such as cloud gaming, immersive AR\/VR, ultra-high-definition streaming and deeply integrated smart home ecosystems are positioned for rapid growth. These services demand both sustained bandwidth and real-time responsiveness, making SA not merely an upgrade, but an essential foundation for the next wave of digital consumer engagement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This session examines how mobile network operators and infrastructure providers are approaching the design and deployment of intelligent, high-capacity networks capable of supporting these emerging demands. Regional early adopters will provide a view into lessons learned, architectural decisions and the operational realities of bringing SA networks to scale. Global experts will complement this with perspectives on ecosystem maturity, best practices in network automation and orchestration, and the evolving role of edge computing in enabling differentiated user experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A central theme of the discussion is how SA can unlock new revenue streams for consumer markets. From network slicing that enables premium, SLA-backed tiers of service, to platform models that expose operator capabilities to developers and service providers, SA opens pathways for monetisation that were previously unattainable. The session explored how operators can position themselves strategically, balancing investment, partnerships and innovation, to maximise the commercial potential of 5G SA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Watch the session 1 &#8220;Standalone Networks: Building Network Foundations for Consumer Growth &amp; Innovation&#8221; of the 5G Future Summit on demand below, and explore the latest GSMA research into the 5G SA consumer segment opportunity <a href=\"https:\/\/view.gsma.com\/5g-standalone\/p\/1?utm_source=wordpress&amp;utm_medium=web&amp;utm_campaign=destination-growth&amp;utm_content=mwcd-5gsa-ondemand-\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-watch-on-demand\">Watch on demand<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-gsma-video-pod banner_right-img_block gsma-load-hidden\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group banner_right-img_container\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns banner_right-img_columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column banner_right-img_column_left is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading banner_right-img_title\" id=\"h-gsma-5g-standalone-where-are-we-today\">GSMA: 5G Standalone &#8211; Where are we today?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"banner_right-img_blurb wp-block-paragraph\">Hear from Henry Calvert, Head of Networks at GSMA who explores the global market SA deployment status and launches the latest research report from GSMA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button banner_right-img_button-main\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/technologies\/networks\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/MWC25-Doha-Henry-Calvert-GSMA-5G-SA-Where-are-we-today.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download slides<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column banner_right-img_column_right is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div style=\"max-width: 100%; margin: 0 auto;\">\n                      <script src=\"https:\/\/platform.vixyvideo.com\/p\/557\/sp\/55700\/embedIframeJs\/uiconf_id\/23455624\/partner_id\/557\"><\/script>\n                      <div style=\"padding-bottom: 56.25%; position: relative;\">\n                        <div id=\"vixy_player_6ae9a72b932c5\" style=\"position:absolute; width:100%; height:100%\"><\/div>\n                      <\/div>\n                      <script>\n                          kWidget.embed({\n                              \"targetId\": \"vixy_player_6ae9a72b932c5\",\n                              \"wid\": \"_557\",\n                              \"uiconf_id\": 23455624,\n                              \"flashvars\": {},\n                              \"entry_id\": \"0_z8es3kyb\"\n                          });\n                      <\/script>\n                    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-gsma-video-pod banner_right-img_block gsma-load-hidden\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group banner_right-img_container\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns banner_right-img_columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column banner_right-img_column_left is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading banner_right-img_title\" id=\"h-ooredoo-building-network-foundations-for-consumer-growth-amp-innovation\">Ooredoo: Building Network Foundations for Consumer Growth &amp; Innovation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"banner_right-img_blurb wp-block-paragraph\">Hear from Timos Tsokanis, Group CTIO,&nbsp;Ooredoo Group who explore the opportunities of standalone networks for consumer growth &amp; innovation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button banner_right-img_button-main\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/technologies\/networks\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/MWC25-Doha_Timos_Tsokanis_Ooredoo_Group_v1.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download slides<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column banner_right-img_column_right is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div style=\"max-width: 100%; margin: 0 auto;\">\n                      <script src=\"https:\/\/platform.vixyvideo.com\/p\/557\/sp\/55700\/embedIframeJs\/uiconf_id\/23455624\/partner_id\/557\"><\/script>\n                      <div style=\"padding-bottom: 56.25%; position: relative;\">\n                        <div id=\"vixy_player_6ae9a72b932ee\" style=\"position:absolute; width:100%; height:100%\"><\/div>\n                      <\/div>\n                      <script>\n                          kWidget.embed({\n                              \"targetId\": \"vixy_player_6ae9a72b932ee\",\n                              \"wid\": \"_557\",\n                              \"uiconf_id\": 23455624,\n                              \"flashvars\": {},\n                              \"entry_id\": \"0_vg39eh4e\"\n                          });\n                      <\/script>\n                    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-gsma-video-pod banner_right-img_block gsma-load-hidden\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group banner_right-img_container\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns banner_right-img_columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column banner_right-img_column_left is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading banner_right-img_title\" id=\"h-huawei-the-booming-era-of-5g-a\">Huawei: The Booming Era of 5G-A<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"banner_right-img_blurb wp-block-paragraph\">Hear from Allen Tang,&nbsp;President of ICT Marketing &amp; Solution Sales Dept., Middle East and Central Asia, Huawei who explores the booming era era of 5G-Advanced and how 5G SA is a critical foundation for driving innovation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button banner_right-img_button-main\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/technologies\/networks\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Main-Slides_Allen-Tang_Huawei_V2.0-1.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download slides<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column banner_right-img_column_right is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div style=\"max-width: 100%; margin: 0 auto;\">\n                      <script src=\"https:\/\/platform.vixyvideo.com\/p\/557\/sp\/55700\/embedIframeJs\/uiconf_id\/23455624\/partner_id\/557\"><\/script>\n                      <div style=\"padding-bottom: 56.25%; position: relative;\">\n                        <div id=\"vixy_player_6ae9a72b93308\" style=\"position:absolute; width:100%; height:100%\"><\/div>\n                      <\/div>\n                      <script>\n                          kWidget.embed({\n                              \"targetId\": \"vixy_player_6ae9a72b93308\",\n                              \"wid\": \"_557\",\n                              \"uiconf_id\": 23455624,\n                              \"flashvars\": {},\n                              \"entry_id\": \"0_gxcku4me\"\n                          });\n                      <\/script>\n                    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-gsma-video-pod banner_right-img_block gsma-load-hidden\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group banner_right-img_container\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns banner_right-img_columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column banner_right-img_column_left is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading banner_right-img_title\" id=\"h-helios-the-role-of-towerco-mno-partnerships-in-the-standalone-era\">Helios: The Role of TowerCo-MNO Partnerships in the Standalone Era<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"banner_right-img_blurb wp-block-paragraph\">Hear from Jadawy Al Riyamy,&nbsp;Managing Director,&nbsp;Helios Towers Oman who explores the critial role of TowerCos in effective deployment of SA in Oman. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button banner_right-img_button-main\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/technologies\/networks\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/MWC25-Doha-Helios-Towers-Oman-Presentation-21.11.25.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download slides<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column banner_right-img_column_right is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div style=\"max-width: 100%; margin: 0 auto;\">\n                      <script src=\"https:\/\/platform.vixyvideo.com\/p\/557\/sp\/55700\/embedIframeJs\/uiconf_id\/23455624\/partner_id\/557\"><\/script>\n                      <div style=\"padding-bottom: 56.25%; position: relative;\">\n                        <div id=\"vixy_player_6ae9a72b9331c\" style=\"position:absolute; width:100%; height:100%\"><\/div>\n                      <\/div>\n                      <script>\n                          kWidget.embed({\n                              \"targetId\": \"vixy_player_6ae9a72b9331c\",\n                              \"wid\": \"_557\",\n                              \"uiconf_id\": 23455624,\n                              \"flashvars\": {},\n                              \"entry_id\": \"0_jpre606a\"\n                          });\n                      <\/script>\n                    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-gsma-video-pod banner_right-img_block gsma-load-hidden\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group banner_right-img_container\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns banner_right-img_columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column banner_right-img_column_left is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading banner_right-img_title\" id=\"h-panel-discussion-delivering-on-the-5g-promise\">Panel Discussion &#8211; Delivering on the 5G Promise<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"banner_right-img_blurb wp-block-paragraph\">Moderated by Tim Hatt from GSMA Intelligence, who was joined by experts from du, Ericsson and Vodafone Qatar to explore how Standalone networks are transforming consumer services.<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column banner_right-img_column_right is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div style=\"max-width: 100%; margin: 0 auto;\">\n                      <script src=\"https:\/\/platform.vixyvideo.com\/p\/557\/sp\/55700\/embedIframeJs\/uiconf_id\/23455624\/partner_id\/557\"><\/script>\n                      <div style=\"padding-bottom: 56.25%; position: relative;\">\n                        <div id=\"vixy_player_6ae9a72b93339\" style=\"position:absolute; width:100%; height:100%\"><\/div>\n                      <\/div>\n                      <script>\n                          kWidget.embed({\n                              \"targetId\": \"vixy_player_6ae9a72b93339\",\n                              \"wid\": \"_557\",\n                              \"uiconf_id\": 23455624,\n                              \"flashvars\": {},\n                              \"entry_id\": \"0_aw26cho9\"\n                          });\n                      <\/script>\n                    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/technologies\/networks\/gsma_resources\/mwc25-doha-5g-advanced-shaping-the-future-of-mno-services\/\">Explore Session 2<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-photo-gallery\">Photo gallery<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" data-id=\"45525\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/technologies\/networks\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ZV_04078-1-900x600.jpg\" alt=\"A man in a dark suit and white shirt stands on stage with arms open wide. He holds a yellow device in one hand and appears to be speaking or presenting. Behind him is a modern backdrop with illuminated lines and large partial letters. Two chairs are visible.\" class=\"wp-image-45525\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/technologies\/networks\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ZV_04078-1-900x600.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/technologies\/networks\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ZV_04078-1-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/technologies\/networks\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ZV_04078-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/technologies\/networks\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ZV_04078-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/technologies\/networks\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ZV_04078-1-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" data-id=\"45526\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/technologies\/networks\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ZV_04086-1-900x600.jpg\" alt=\"A man in a dark suit stands on stage in front of a sign that reads &quot;MBC25.&quot; He has light brown hair and is holding his hands together. Three grey chairs and water bottles are arranged behind him. The lighting creates a modern, professional atmosphere.\" class=\"wp-image-45526\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/technologies\/networks\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ZV_04086-1-900x600.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/technologies\/networks\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ZV_04086-1-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/technologies\/networks\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ZV_04086-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/technologies\/networks\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ZV_04086-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/technologies\/networks\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ZV_04086-1-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" data-id=\"45527\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/technologies\/networks\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ZV_04103-900x600.jpg\" alt=\"A man in a suit stands on stage at a tech conference, gesturing towards a large screen showing a bar chart titled &quot;5G SA Consumer Services.&quot; The audience watches as he presents. The stage and screen are labelled &quot;MWC25.&quot; Four empty chairs and water bottles are visible.\" class=\"wp-image-45527\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/technologies\/networks\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ZV_04103-900x600.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/technologies\/networks\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ZV_04103-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/technologies\/networks\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ZV_04103-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/technologies\/networks\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ZV_04103-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/technologies\/networks\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ZV_04103-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" data-id=\"45528\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/technologies\/networks\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ZV_04109-1-900x600.jpg\" alt=\"A man with short grey hair, wearing a brown blazer over a light blue button-up shirt, stands on stage holding papers. A dark lectern is beside him, and the background features horizontal light strips and a blue screen.\" class=\"wp-image-45528\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/technologies\/networks\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ZV_04109-1-900x600.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/technologies\/networks\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ZV_04109-1-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/technologies\/networks\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ZV_04109-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/technologies\/networks\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ZV_04109-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/technologies\/networks\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ZV_04109-1-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" data-id=\"45510\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/solutions-and-impact\/technologies\/networks\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ZV_04121-900x600.jpg\" alt=\"A man in a brown blazer, light blue shirt, and dark trousers stands on a dimly lit stage holding papers. 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