This extends to mobile connectivity, cloud technologies, AI-driven compute capabilities across RAN and packet core use cases, and platform-level security and networking capabilities to enhance the enablement and time-to-market of an ecosystem of cloud-native solutions.
Ericsson and intel We are bringing together next-generation technology leadership to accelerate ecosystem readiness for a seamless transition to AI-native 6G deployments and use cases.
The partnership is an extension of a decades-long relationship and was announced at Mobile World Congress Barcelona 2026. This spans mobile connectivity, cloud technologies, AI-driven compute capabilities across RAN and packet core use cases, and platform-level security and network capabilities that enhance the enablement and time-to-market of an ecosystem of cloud-native solutions.
“6G is not just an iteration of mobile technology; it is an infrastructure that distributes AI across devices, edge and cloud. Ericsson’s long history of network innovation and large-scale carrier deployments positions us to lead the practical integration across the value chain and move 6G from research to commercial reality.”
– Berger Ekholm, President and CEO of Ericsson
“Intel’s goal is to be the undisputed technology leader in integrating RAN, core, and edge AI and enabling a seamless transition to an AI-native 6G environment. Together with Ericsson, we continue to demonstrate that the future of network connectivity is based on open, power-efficient, secure, and intelligent AI inference.” With Cloud-enabled RAN, Xeon, we are well on our way to delivering the future performance, efficiency, and security of supply that the world’s leading carriers require.”
– Lip Buu Thanh, Intel CEO
shared commitment
As 6G moves from research to commercial reality, the industry needs a collaborative and well-prepared ecosystem with global standards bodies and industry associations to transform innovations into deployable infrastructure.
This collaboration advances future high-performance, energy-efficient computing architectures designed for both AI for networks and networks for AI.
AI-native 6G combines intelligent, programmable networks with advanced computing and real-time sensing to create a strong foundation for more responsive, efficient, and capable services. Over time, that evolution could lead to sensing and computing working more closely together across networks.
Collaboration results at the show
Ericsson and Intel have jointly achieved significant milestones across Cloud RAN, 5G Core, and open network infrastructure. That momentum continues at MWC 2026, showcasing innovative collaborations with multiple demonstrations across Ericsson (Ericsson Pavilion, Hall 2), Intel (Hall 3, Stand 3E31), and various ecosystem partner event spaces.
