Chipmaker Nvidia on Monday, unveiled an AI-powered software platform designed to facilitate research into 6G technology by simulating communications environments in the cloud.
Anticipated to succeed 5G, the new communication standard, known as 6G, is projected to enter commercial use around 2030. This unveiling underscores the increasing integration of software and AI within the telecom sector, extending to radio access network (RAN) hardware like base stations and antennas.
Nvidia’s platform encompasses an application capable of simulating various environments, from single cell towers to entire cities. This functionality enables researchers and organizations to conduct real-time testing of 6G networks. Notable early adopters of the platform include Ansys, Nokia, Samsung, SoftBank Corp, and Northeastern University in Boston, as reported by Nvidia.
Ronnie Vasishta, senior vice president of telecom at Nvidia, highlighted the necessity for a significant advancement in wireless spectral efficiency in radio communications to accommodate the anticipated surge in connected devices and new applications in 6G networks.
Nvidia’s announcement coincided with a rise in technology shares as investors anticipated the company’s global artificial intelligence conference for developers in San Jose, California. However, European shares experienced a decline, primarily driven by a downturn in the telecom sector. Notably, Ericsson witnessed a 5.4% decrease in its share price, while Nokia fell by 4%.
An industry analyst remarked on the evolving dynamics of the mobile infrastructure market, emphasizing that telecom gear suppliers must collaborate with chip companies and cloud vendors, as they are no longer the sole drivers in this space.
