This undated photo provided by KT Corp. shows officials from Samsung Electronics Co. and KT Corp. evaluating the results of AI-RAN optimization technology. (Yonhap)
SEOUL, Dec. 11 (Korea Bizwire) — Samsung Electronics Co. and KT Corp. have proven that 6G artificial intelligence radio access network (AI-RAN) technology is capable of stable operation on the telecom company’s commercial network, confirming its viability in real-world conditions, the companies said Thursday.
A field test was jointly conducted by Samsung Research and KT’s Future Network Laboratory with approximately 18,000 users in select areas of Seongnam, Gyeonggi Province, covering locations with varying environmental conditions, according to the companies.
The outcome marked the first successful demonstration of the technology on a live commercial network, following simulation-based verification completed in June.
The technology automatically applies optimal configurations for each individual user and leverages AI to help users avoid the connectivity problems.
The companies stressed that AI-RAN optimization will be essential as the industry prepares for the 6G era, when data usage is expected to surge.
“This is a major milestone that shows how AI can improve user experience on real-world commercial networks,” said Jeong Jin-guk, executive vice president of Samsung Research at Samsung Electronics. “Through close collaboration with KT, we will continue shaping and validating the next generation of AI-driven communication technologies.”
(Yonhap)
