6G: Mobile Networks for the AI Era

#WIE #communications #mobile-network #wireless-communication #machine-learning

With the advent of AI, mobile networks must evolve from traditional information systems into integral components of distributed intelligence. This talk explores how Generative, Agentic, and Physical AI are reshaping network traffic—leading to more uplink-heavy, bursty, and latency-critical demands across devices such as smartphones, AR glasses, and robotics. We will discuss the key radio access network (RAN) technologies that will define AI-native 6G, including Extreme MIMO, AI for/on/and RAN, Integrated Sensing and Communications, and Non-terrestrial Networks. Together, these innovations will significantly enhance coverage, capacity, and reliability, enabling differentiated services and new monetization opportunities. The talk will also highlight key challenges, including scalability, energy efficiency, and the need to deliver deterministic performance for next-generation intelligent services.