From The Economic Times · Himanshi Lohchab and Kiran Rathee · · 40s
AI Boosts 5G Performance by 30%
Ericsson's AI software can improve existing 5G networks by 25-30% without new hardware.
In brief
Ericsson's AI software can improve existing 5G networks by 25-30% without new hardware. Ericsson says AI software can enhance 5G network performance by 25-30% using existing equipment. Originally reported by The Economic Times.
Ericsson AI Boost
Telecom operators can improve existing 5G networks by 25-30% using artificial intelligence without extra hardware investment.
“Customers do not necessarily incur an additional hardware cost because this capability is part of the ericsson products they buy.”
AI for 5G Upgrades
Ericsson's 2025-2026 equipment supports ai features without new hardware, enabling 25-30% performance gains.
“A large proportion of the equipment ericsson supplied in 2025 and 2026 is already capable of supporting ai features.”
6G Preparation
Indian telecom operators need ai to monetize 5g investments while preparing for 6g networks.
“The country is well positioned to become an early adopter of 6g as early as 2029 or 2030.”
Cybersecurity Concerns
Ericsson stress-tests ai systems against threats to prevent unpredictable ai behavior.
“The ai industry needs a degree of self-control to prevent rogue agents from being unleashed on society.”
The takeaway
Ericsson says AI software can enhance 5G network performance by 25-30% using existing equipment.




