Did you know we already have three fully autonomous (L4) networks in operation—nearly a decade earlier than anyone expected? Vivo (Telefónica Brazil) joins Tsinghua University and China Mobile on the elite list, pushing telecom into a new era of AI-driven infrastructure.
But who’s really behind these networks, and what does it mean for the future of human oversight? Critics warn of a potential automated dystopia, while supporters see faster, stronger, and smarter networks that can transform global connectivity.
From possible Huawei involvement to the geopolitical tussles around advanced 5G tech, learn why Brazil’s embrace of autonomy marks a turning point for the entire industry—one that’s equal parts exciting and unsettling.