Ericsson, a leading telecommunications company, and Saudi Arabian telecommunications provider Mobily announced on Tuesday the successful completion of a trial involving Ericsson's 5G uplink interference optimizer. This technological advancement, known as a rApp (radio application), is designed to enhance the performance of 5G uplinks using artificial intelligence. The trial took place in Saudi Arabia, marking a significant step in the application of AI technologies within the telecom sector.
Through the implementation of Ericsson’s Uplink Interference Optimizer module—part of the vendor’s Cognitive Software portfolio—Mobily achieved an impressive 80% increase in the proportion of data transmissions operating under high-quality conditions. Ericsson highlighted that this trial demonstrated the potential impact of the technology on higher-order modulation, which in turn facilitates faster data throughput and improved spectral efficiency.
Mobily's Chief Technology Officer, Alaa Malki, emphasised the benefits of the trial, noting that it contributes to an enhanced user experience for customers by providing quicker upload speeds and optimised performance for their 5G devices. In a statement, Malki remarked, “By embracing AI-driven solutions, we are setting new benchmarks in network performance, ensuring our customers will benefit from faster, more reliable 5G connectivity.”
The rApps developed in this initiative are part of the O-RAN Alliance’s Open RAN Architecture. These software applications are designed to run on a Non-Real Time RAN Intelligent Controller (Non-RT RIC), utilising AI to automate and optimise the management of Open RAN base stations.
Earlier in March 2024, Ericsson and Mobily signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore various options for the deployment of Ericsson’s cloud-native 5G Open RAN solution, referred to as Cloud RAN, across segments of Mobily's network. The cooperation is indicative of a broader trend in the telecommunications industry, where businesses are increasingly adopting AI technologies to modernise their networks and enhance service delivery.
Source: Noah Wire Services