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Sector Intelligence: Airspan Acquires Jabil Open RAN Assets

March 21, 2025

This brief highlights key developments in enterprise telecom and private networking over the past month.

The following updates cover significant advancements in Open RAN (ORAN) technologies, collaborations for AI-enhanced Radio Access Network (RAN) solutions, and the development of foundational telecom models aimed at optimizing Network performance.

Infrastructure Updates

Airspan Networks announced its acquisition of Jabil’s ORAN radio portfolio and associated intellectual property rights. This acquisition is intended to enhance Airspan's capacity to develop high power macro radios suitable for global operators across various spectrum bands. As part of this transition, Airspan will onboard Jabil’s former Research and Development (R&D) team and sublease its New Jersey facilities, which will support the integration of Jabil’s expertise into Airspan's 5G solutions.

Private Network Deployments

Keysight Technologies is collaborating with Samsung and NVIDIA to advance Artificial Intelligence (AI) modeling for enhancing RAN performance. The project seeks to improve throughput, increase system capacity, and reduce power consumption for 5G-Advanced and 6G technologies, with results suggesting a potential 30% increase in cell edge throughput with AI-enabled channel estimation.

Enterprise 5G & Edge Integrations

NVIDIA formed partnerships with T-Mobile, MITRE, Cisco, ODC, and Booz Allen Hamilton to develop an AI-native wireless Network stack for 6G. This initiative aims to embed AI into Network infrastructure to optimize performance and resource utilization, addressing the demands posed by billions of connected devices anticipated in future networks.

Additionally, SoftBank Corp. announced the rollout of a Large Telecom Model (LTM), which utilizes extensive datasets for improving cellular Network operations. This model can predict base station configurations with over 90% accuracy, significantly reducing implementation times from days to minutes, while enhancing operational workflows integrated into SoftBank's existing systems.

Spectrum & Regulatory Activity

No new developments related to spectrum policies or regulatory changes were reported in this timeframe. However, ongoing discussions around spectrum allocation in preparation for next-generation networks continue.

Strategic Partnerships

The collaboration between Keysight, Samsung, and NVIDIA represents a notable strategic partnership targeting the integration of AI in RAN technologies. Meanwhile, NVIDIA's partnerships with various telecom entities for AI-native Network development further illustrate a concerted effort within the industry to enhance future Network capabilities.

Executive & Financial Moves

Airspan's CEO, Glenn Laxdal, highlighted the company's focus on advanced radio development in response to market demands following their acquisition of Jabil’s assets. SoftBank's initiative to improve its operational capabilities with the LTM aligns with the ongoing trend of integrating AI into telecommunications infrastructure.

Throughout the past month, developments across Enterprise telecom and private networks reflect a continuous push towards enhanced connectivity, with a notable emphasis on AI-enabled solutions and infrastructure improvements necessary for accommodating future Network demands.

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  1. Airspan Networks acquires Jabil’s ORAN radio portfolio and R&D team
    Airspan Networks acquires Jabil’s ORAN radio portfolio and intellectual property rights, boosting its macro radio development capabilities.
  2. Keysight and Samsung advance AI-for-RAN based on the NVIDIA AI Aerial platform
    AI-enhanced RAN solutions by Keysight, Samsung, and NVIDIA promise enhanced throughput and capacity for future 5G and 6G networks.
  3. NVIDIA and Telecom Industry Leaders to Develop AI-Native Wireless Networks for 6G
    NVIDIA partners with T-Mobile, MITRE, Cisco, ODC, and Booz Allen Hamilton to develop AI-native wireless networks for 6G.
  4. SoftBank Corp. develops a foundational Large Telecom Model (LTM)
    SoftBank Corp. developed a Large Telecom Model for enhancing cellular Network operations, integrating diverse datasets for improved accuracy.
  5. SoftBank Corp. develops a foundational Large Telecom Model (LTM)
    SoftBank Corp. unveiled a Large Telecom Model (LTM) to enhance cellular Network operations, achieving over 90% accuracy in configurations.

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