VIAVI Collaborates with AI-RAN Alliance to Launch State-of-the-Art Testing Lab
VIAVI is excited to collaborate with the AI-RAN Alliance, a trailblazer in advancing AI-native Radio Access Networks (RAN), to establish the first AI-RAN Alliance-endorsed lab. This strategic initiative is set to elevate the research and testing capabilities in the telecommunications industry, with a particular focus on integrating artificial intelligence into RAN technologies.
AI-RAN (Artificial Intelligence-powered Radio Access Network) is designed to enhance the performance and efficiency of 5G and 6G networks. By integrating AI-driven automation, real-time optimization and intelligent resource management, AI-RAN is poised to improve network capacity, reduce latency and enhance user experience. As networks transition to 6G, AI-RAN will play a key role in enabling ultra-reliable, low-latency connectivity for applications like autonomous systems, smart cities, and immersive extended reality (XR).
“We are thrilled to work with VIAVI to create an AI-RAN Alliance-endorsed lab, with more labs on the way,” said Alex Jinsung Choi, Chair of the AI-RAN Alliance and Principal Fellow of SoftBank Corp.’s Research Institute of Advanced Technology. “This partnership underscores our shared goal of accelerating the development of AI-powered RAN technologies, and we are confident that this lab will play a pivotal role in driving future innovations.”
A Hub for Innovation
VIAVI will host the AI-RAN Alliance’s testing infrastructure, including servers and software, at its VIAVI Automated Lab-as-a-Service (VALOR™) Open RAN testing facility in Chandler, Arizona. This state-of-the-art facility will serve as a hub for members of the AI-RAN Alliance, fostering innovation and enabling cutting-edge advancements in AI-powered telecommunications. VALOR is funded by the NTIA Public Wireless Supply Chain Innovation Fund.
Empowering Research and Development
The AI-RAN Alliance lab is designed to empower its members by providing access to advanced tools and resources for research and testing. The lab will support efforts to develop and validate AI-native RAN solutions, facilitating groundbreaking progress in AI and telecommunications integration. This collaboration is expected to not only push the boundaries of what’s possible in AI-RAN but also accelerate the adoption of these transformative technologies in real-world applications.
A Shared Vision for the Future
This collaboration between the AI-RAN Alliance and VIAVI reflects a shared commitment to driving innovation in the telecommunications industry. By providing a collaborative environment where members can test and refine their solutions, the AI-RAN Alliance lab aims to set new benchmarks for the integration of AI into RAN technologies.
As the telecommunications landscape continues to evolve, initiatives like this are vital in ensuring that the industry remains at the forefront of technological innovation. VIAVI’s collaboration with the AI-RAN Alliance represents a significant step forward in realizing the potential of AI-RAN.
