BARCELONA, Spain – February 24, 2025 – The telecommunications landscape is rapidly evolving, and at the forefront of this transformation is the integration of 5G-Advanced (5G-A) with Artificial Intelligence (AI). This pivotal combination is ushering in the era of mobile AI, a significant leap forward for communication networks worldwide.
In 2024, the commercial debut of 5G-A took place in China, the Middle East, and the Asia Pacific region. As we move into 2025, Huawei is poised to demonstrate the capabilities of its 5G-A intelligent core network. This network leverages three key forms of intelligence: service intelligence, network intelligence, and O&M intelligence. By integrating these elements, telecom operators can seize opportunities in the age of AI, redefine operational models, and accelerate the monetization of network services.
Transforming Mobile AI with 5G-A and Integrated Intelligence
Service intelligence is revolutionizing access to intelligent services. A prime example is New Calling, which introduces features like an intelligent calling agent. This feature delivers an enhanced audio and video call experience, offering ultra-high definition and increased interactivity. The technology utilizes the network’s computing power and bandwidth, improving the calling experience for users while helping businesses reduce expenses and improve efficiency.
In China, China Mobile has already implemented this technology across its entire network, providing over 40 million users with a superior calling experience. Another example is the AI Home Hub, which combines AI and computing capabilities to provide a comprehensive suite of AI services for the home. The AI Home Hub was commercially launched in Beijing and Jilin in 2024, and it is planned for large-scale rollout across more than 20 Chinese provinces by 2025, bringing advanced computing solutions for various home services to thousands of households.
Network intelligence utilizes the NWDAF-based intelligence plane, assisting operators with user and experience awareness, and offering superior user support. With network intelligence, real-time data on user experiences, along with evaluation, optimization, and operations, are now easily accessible. Resource allocation can be scheduled dynamically, improving network resource utilization. This also helps to streamline experience operations: operators are now able to implement differentiated experiences for specific services such as live streaming, cloud gaming, and online conferencing. Commercial solutions and services have been implemented in several Chinese provinces and are slated for nationwide promotion later in 2025. Already, solutions like the Intelligent Personalized Experience (IPE) and the MyLogo service, providing a service entry point at the top of the screen, are live, providing operators with tools to enrich the mobile service experience.
Regarding intelligent O&M (Operations and Maintenance), Huawei is focused on improving quality and efficiency by introducing the MDAF (Module Driven Auto Feedback) component, which creates a unified O&M portal. In 2024, Huawei integrated MDAF into the alarm and complaint handling processes of a telecom operator’s service system in China, allowing the company to save over CNY10 million and move toward L4 autonomous networks.
MWC 2025 will take place from March 3 to March 6 in Barcelona, Spain. Huawei will be showcasing its innovative 5G-A intelligent core network products and solutions at the event. This demonstration will serve as a major platform for advancing the development and commercialization of the 5G-A intelligent core network and creating a more intelligent future.
