Saudi Arabian telecommunications services company Mobily has successfully trialed Ericsson's Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered 5G uplink interference Optimiser to enhance 5G network performance. The trial, conducted using Uplink Interference Optimiser module, part of the Ericsson Cognitive Software portfolio, demonstrated an 80 percent improvement in high-quality transmission conditions, resulting in better spectral efficiency and faster uplink speeds.
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Enhancing 5G Network Efficiency
"This initiative aims to enhance 5G mobile uplink performance, delivering superior connectivity and improved user experiences across Mobily's network," Ericsson said in a statement this month.
Alaa Malki, Chief Technology Officer at Mobily, says: "By embracing AI-driven solutions, we are setting new benchmarks in network performance, ensuring our customers will benefit from faster, more reliable 5G connectivity. This collaboration not only strengthens our service offerings but also contributes to the evolution the telecommunications landscape in Saudi Arabia."
Ekow Nelson, Vice President at Ericsson Middle East and Africa, added: "Together with Mobily, we are working towards enhancing 5G mobile connectivity for users in Saudi Arabia in line with Saudi Vision 2030’s for a developed digital infrastructure."
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AI for Network Optimisation
Ericsson noted that this successful trail could result in a significant increase in higher-order modulation, better spectral efficiency, and enhanced overall user experience. Mobily's customers are expected to benefit from faster upload speeds and improved 5G performance on their mobile devices.
Through this trial, Ericsson aims to highlight the potential of AI in optimising network operations and enhancing the overall user experience.
"With AI playing an increasingly vital role in network operations, this trial demonstrates how advanced technology can optimise and enhance the user experience, positioning Mobily as a key player in the 5G era," Ericsson said.
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Mobily
Etihad Etisalat (Mobily) is a Saudi company established in 2004 that began offering 5G services in 2019. Etisalat Emirates Group is the major shareholder of the company, holding a 27.99 percent stake. The company owns 66 percent of the Saudi National Fiber Network (SNFN), which, according to Mobily, is one of the world's largest fiber-optic networks.
