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AI Network Automation

VERIZON COMMUNICATIONS INC · 2026-11-03 · Importance 39 · Surprise 50

Verizon and Ericsson are collaborating to integrate AI into radio access network (RAN) automation, using open and programmable interfaces. The collaboration includes a nationwide rollout of Ericsson Intelligent Controller (EIC) to support AI-native rApps from both companies. Field deployment of the Advanced Antenna System (AAS) Cell shaper reportedly delivered gains of up to 8.9% in downlink data radio bearer throughput and up to 8% in uplink UE throughput.

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