Webinar

AI-RAN: Unveiling the Future of Telecom with Breakthrough Innovations

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60 Minutes

AI-RAN is redefining the telecom industry. Join us for this exclusive webinar to hear directly from industry pioneers about why AI is pivotal for telecom companies and how it will impact every layer (low to high) of the RAN stack, from boosting radio performance and optimizing coverage to automating equipment configuration and enhancing decision-making with operator co-pilot functionalities.

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain actionable insights into the next wave of telecom innovation and secure your place at the forefront of the AI revolution in telecom. With an exciting deep dive into the groundbreaking journey by industry leader SoftBank into AI-RAN technology, we’ll explore:

A comprehensive view of SoftBank’s visionary approach and innovative solutions, including an exciting look at their converged AI-RAN platform set to transform network operations
The latest breakthroughs in AI-for-RAN to drive radio enhancement and operational excellence
How to build a scalable base for AI-powered telecom services
And more

Speakers

Ryuji Wakikawa

Vice President, Head of Research Institute of Advanced Technology

SoftBank Corp.

Ryuji Wakikawa serves as the Vice President and Head of the Research Institute of Advanced Technology at SoftBank Corp. He is also a Project Professor at the Global Research Institute at Keio University, Japan, where he received his Ph.D. in 2004. Currently, he leads SoftBank’s research institute, where he focuses on the development of advanced technologies, architecture design, and shaping future visions. His work spans areas such as 5G Advanced, 6G, High Altitude Platform Stations (HAPS), Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN), AI-RAN, quantum technologies, and autonomous driving technologies.

Alex Jinsung Choi

Principal Fellow

SoftBank Corp.

Dr. Alex Jinsung Choi, a South Korean luminary in the global mobile telecommunications sector, boasts over three decades of industry experience. Currently, Dr. Choi is working at SoftBank Corp.’s Research Institute of Advanced Technology and continues to champion innovation at the intersection of AI, mobile technology, and network architecture. He is also currently the Chair of the AI-RAN Alliance. He is dedicated to advancing technology frontiers, crafting strategies that enhance both business and consumer experiences, and guiding the industry towards a more connected, intelligent, and open future.

Rajeev Koodli

Principal Fellow

SoftBank Corp.

Dr. Rajeev Koodli is a distinguished global technology leader with nearly three decades of pioneering work in mobile communications, Internetworking and distributed cloud computing. With his vast expertise in leadership, strategy, architecture, product development, research and innovation, Dr. Koodli has influenced the telecommunications and technology sectors through his transformative contributions to 4G/5G systems, hyperscale cloud infrastructure, IPv6 networking, and AI. His innovations have had significant impact on global mobile networking standards and his technical leadership has contributed to reshaping the industry. At SoftBank's Research Institute of Advanced Technology, he is currently leading the Infrastructure Software for AI and AI Foundations for Mobile Networks.

Koichiro Furueda

Deputy Director, Wireless System Development Department, Wireless System Innovation Division

SoftBank Corp.

Koichiro Furueda is currently focused on AI-for-RAN research within the Research Institute of Advanced Technology at SoftBank Corp. He has been continuously working in the telecom industry for over 30 years, starting from the 2nd generation mobile system for RF design to Layer 1 to 3 integration software, evaluating new components, and creating AI architecture, etc. Additionally, he has over 15 years of experience as a project manager.

Roy Chua

Principal

AvidThink

Roy Chua is a principal at AvidThink, an independent research and advisory service focused on infrastructure technologies. Roy is a frequent speaker at telecom and cloud conferences, and AvidThink has been quoted by and featured in major publications including the WSJ, Fierce Telecom, Fierce Wireless, The New Stack, and Light Reading. Roy was also a co-founder at SDxCentral, a technology publication. He has previously worked as a management consultant for Fortune 500 and startup companies, specializing in go-to-market and product strategy. Roy is a graduate of UC Berkeley's electrical engineering and computer science program and MIT's Sloan School of Business. With over 20 years of experience in telecom and enterprise computing, networking, and security, he has also founded Silicon Valley startups.

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