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Verizon Unveils AI-Powered Network Controller, Saves 35% Energy

2/27/2025

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Verizon Enhances Network

Verizon is revolutionizing its network with a cutting-edge RAN Intelligent Controller (RIC), developed alongside Samsung and Qualcomm. This innovative system, featuring Samsung's AI-driven Energy Saving Manager, boasts impressive energy savings of up to 35%. This strategic move not only boosts network efficiency but also paves the way for a versatile, vendor-neutral ecosystem for future technologies.

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VIAVI Solutions is set to dazzle attendees at MWC Barcelona from March 3-6, 2025, unveiling cutting-edge telecom innovations. Partnering with over 20 industry leaders, including Samsung and Qualcomm, they will showcase breakthroughs in Open RAN, AI-driven networks, and non-terrestrial networks. This collaboration highlights the vital role of teamwork in shaping the future of connectivity.

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Historical Context

Verizon's introduction of the RAN Intelligent Controller (RIC) reflects a broader trend in telecommunications toward energy efficiency and vendor neutrality. This shift parallels past technological advancements, such as the transition to digital networks in the 1990s, which improved efficiency and interoperability. The collaboration with Samsung and Qualcomm echoes earlier partnerships that drove innovation in mobile technology, shaping the future of connectivity.

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Verizon Enhances Network

Verizon is revolutionizing its network with a cutting-edge RAN Intelligent Controller (RIC), developed alongside Samsung and Qualcomm. This innovative system, featuring Samsung's AI-driven Energy Saving Manager, boasts impressive energy savings of up to 35%. This strategic move not only boosts network efficiency but also paves the way for a versatile, vendor-neutral ecosystem for future technologies.

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