Ericsson Firms Up 5G Standing in Korea

Ericsson secured its place as a key 5G network equipment supplier in South Korea after one of the country’s three mobile operators, KT, awarded a commercial 5G contract to the Sweden-based vendor. KT had already chosen Ericsson as well as Nokia and Samsung Electronics as its 5G equipment partners, and Ericsson hailed the signing of the initial commercial contract as an important step towards the rollout of live mobile 5G services. The vendor said it is providing 3GPP standards-based 5G new radio (NR) hardware and software to cover KT’s 3.5 GHz non-standalone (NSA) network. KT and rivals LG UPlus and SK Telecom (SKT) were among the first operators in the world to launch commercial 5G networks in December 2018, initially targeting enterprise customers. They now plan to launch 5G services nationwide starting in April, maintaining a close collaboration on the timing of their respective network rollouts as the first 5G smartphones come onto the market from Samsung and LG. The original launch date has been pushed back slightly from the first quarter of 2019 — reportedly to ensure that 5G smartphones would be available from launch. The Korea Herald also reported that the government rejected SKT’s original pricing plan for 5G services, saying it was too expensive and could restrict consumer choice. Samsung is now expected to start selling the Galaxy S10 5G beginning April 5. That means the battle is now on to become the first provider of mobile 5G services that actually support smartphones. If the Korean operators are able to launch services on April 5, they will beat Verizon by a matter of days: the US operator is preparing to go live withits mobile 5G network on April 11. In terms of the vendors being used by the other operators: SKT has maintained a close collaboration with Samsung while also working with Ericsson and Nokia, and LG Uplus has been using 5G network equipment from Huawei. Indeed, LG Uplus and Huawei said during MWC19 Barcelona that they had completed more than 10,000 base stations across South Korea.

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AI and Big Data Expo North America announces leading Speaker Lineup

TechEx Events | March 07, 2024

AI and Big Data Expo North America announces new speakers! SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, February 26, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- TheAI and Big Expo North America, the leading event for Enterprise AI, Machine Learning, Security, Ethical AI, Deep Learning, Data Ecosystems, and NLP, has announced a fresh cohort of distinguishedspeakersfor its upcoming conference at the Santa Clara Convention Center on June 5-6, 2024. Some of the top industry speakers set to take the stage are: - Sam Hamilton - Head of Data & AI – Visa - Dr Astha Purohit - Director - Product (Tech) Ops – Walmart - Noorddin Taj - Head of Architecture and Design of Intelligent Operations - BP - Temi Odesanya - Director - AI Governance Automation - Thomson Reuters - Katie Sanders - Assistant Vice President – Tech - Union Pacific Railroad - Prasanth Nandanuru – SVP - Wells Fargo - Rodney Brooks - Professor Emeritus - MIT These esteemed speakers bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to an already impressive lineup, promising attendees a truly enlightening experience. In addition to the speakers, theAI and Big Data Expo North Americawill feature a series of presentations covering a diverse range of topics in AI and Big Data exploring the latest innovations, implementations and strategies across a range of industries. Attendees can expect to gain valuable insights and practical strategies from presentations such as: How Gen AI Positively Augments Workforce Capabilities Trends in Computer Vision: Applications, Datasets, and Models Getting to Production-Ready: Challenges and Best Practices for Deploying AI Ensuring Your AI is Responsible and Ethical Mitigating Bias and Promoting Fairness in AI Systems Security Challenges in the Era of Gen AI and Data Science AI for Good: Social Impact and Ethics Selling Data Democratization to Executives Spreading Data Insights across the Business Barriers to Overcome: People, Processes, and Technology Optimizing the Customer Experience with AI Using AI to Drive Growth in a Regulated Industry Building an MLOps Foundation for AI at Scale The Expo offers a platform for exploration and discovery, showcasing how cutting-edge technologies are reshaping a myriad of industries, including manufacturing, transport, supply chain, government, legal sectors, financial services, energy, utilities, insurance, healthcare, retail, and more. Attendees will have the chance to witness firsthand the transformative power of AI and Big Data across various sectors, gaining insights that are crucial for staying ahead in today's rapidly evolving technological landscape. Anticipating a turnout of over 7000 attendees and featuring 200 speakers across various tracks, AI and Big Data Expo North America offers a unique opportunity for CTO’s, CDO’s, CIO’s , Heads of IOT, AI /ML, IT Directors and tech enthusiasts to stay abreast of the latest trends and innovations in AI, Big Data and related technologies. Organized by TechEx Events, the conference will also feature six co-located events, including the IoT Tech Expo, Intelligent Automation Conference, Cyber Security & Cloud Congress, Digital Transformation Week, and Edge Computing Expo, ensuring a comprehensive exploration of the technological landscape. Attendees can choose from various ticket options, providing access to engaging sessions, the bustling expo floor, premium tracks featuring industry leaders, a VIP networking party, and a sophisticated networking app facilitating connections ahead of the event. Secure your ticket with a 25% discount on tickets, available until March 31st, 2024. Save up to $300 on your ticket and be part of the conversation shaping the future of AI and Big Data technologies. For more information and to secure your place at AI and Big Data Expo North America, please visit https://www.ai-expo.net/northamerica/. About AI and Big Data Expo North America: The AI and Big Data Expo North America is a leading event in the AI and Big Data landscape, serving as a nexus for professionals, industry experts, and enthusiasts to explore and navigate the ever-evolving technological frontier. Through its focus on education, networking, and collaboration, the Expo continues to be a beacon for those eager to stay at the forefront of technological innovation. “AI and Big Data Expo North Americais a part ofTechEx. For more information regardingTechExplease see onlinehere.”

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