Huawei Unveils UBB Advanced: Bridging AI and Ultra-Broadband
Shenzhen, Thursday, 31 October 2024.
At UBBF 2024, Huawei’s David Wang introduced UBB Advanced, a groundbreaking initiative integrating AI with ultra-broadband networks. This innovation promises to accelerate the transition to an intelligent world, offering enhanced efficiency for enterprises and smarter homes.
The Vision of UBB Advanced
David Wang, Executive Director of the Board and Chairman of the ICT Infrastructure Managing Board at Huawei, presented the UBB Advanced at the 10th Ultra-Broadband Forum (UBBF 2024) held in Istanbul, Türkiye, from October 31 to November 1, 2024. His keynote, titled ‘UBB Advanced Paves the Way to All Intelligence,’ emphasized the synergistic development of Ultra-Broadband (UBB) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) as a driving force for the global transition into a more intelligent era. Wang highlighted Huawei’s dual focus on ‘UBB for AI’ and ‘AI for UBB,’ underscoring the transformative impact of AI on global economic growth, enterprise efficiency, and smart home integration.
Technological Innovations and Industry Impact
The UBB 5.5G technology introduced by Huawei represents a significant leap in network capabilities, featuring innovations across multiple network layers. These include the Dragonfly+ Topology for data center networks and 800G IP combined with Optical networking for data center interconnects, designed to meet the growing demands of AI applications. Furthermore, Huawei’s OXC Mesh networking aims to reduce network latency, providing ubiquitous 10 gigabit access through advanced technologies like Wi-Fi 7 and 50G PON. These advancements are poised to enhance the efficiency of AI-driven operations and maintenance architectures, integrating digital twins and Telecom Foundation Models to automate processes.
Strategic Implications and the Road Ahead
The strategic implications of Huawei’s UBB Advanced are profound, as it not only positions the company at the forefront of AI and broadband integration but also sets a precedent for future technological developments. ADNs, or Autonomous Driving Networks, are expected to significantly reduce user churn rates by 57% through self-optimization capabilities and expedite service provisioning times from one month to just one day. As Wang called upon the UBB industry to embrace this intelligent era, he emphasized the importance of continuous innovation in UBB 5.5G technologies to maintain competitiveness and seize new business opportunities in AI applications.
Expert Insights and Industry Reactions
Industry leaders and experts gathered at the UBBF 2024, engaging in discussions about the future of UBB and its growth potential as the world becomes increasingly intelligent. Huawei’s experts explored network planning and construction strategies with customers, highlighting the importance of AI in achieving business success. The event showcased Huawei’s commitment to advancing the UBB industry, with comprehensive solutions and real-service demos on display, demonstrating the practical applications of AI-driven optical and intelligent IP networks.