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Nvidia and telcos unite to build AI-ready 6G networks
Global telcos and vendors join Nvidia to fast track AI-first 6G, embedding AI across RAN, edge and core to support autonomous systems and rapid software-driven upgrades.
Apr 2nd 2026 ยท United States
Insights
- Nvidia has launched a joint project with major telecom operators and vendors to accelerate AI-native 6G infrastructure.
- Participants include BT, Cisco, Deutsche Telekom and T-Mobile, Nokia, Ericsson, SK Telecom, SoftBank, Booz Allen, Mitre and ODC.
- The collaboration aims to embed AI across the radio access network, edge and core to enable physical AI for autonomous machines and secure operations.
- Nvidia says 6G on AI-RAN architecture will evolve through software and targets commercial adoption before 2030, complementing its global partnerships and role in the AI-RAN Alliance.
Sources
- Tech Disruptors: Ericsson on 5G, 6G Enterprise Market Outlook www.bloomberg.com
- Nvidia bets on AI-native 5G, 6G with $1bn stake in Nokia www.siliconrepublic.com
- Telco giants join forces with Nvidia for AI-ready 6G infrastructure www.siliconrepublic.com
- Think Robots Are Impressive Now? Just Wait Until They Have 6G www.cnet.com
- 5G infrastructure, AI to pave way for new unicorns www.dailysabah.com