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Nokia
2026-03-05
Vendor Strategy Important Medium 80% Confidence

Nokia Strengthens AI-RAN and Cloud RAN Integration Strategy

Summary

Nokia launched a comprehensive 5G RAN portfolio including macro, small cells, and mmWave units, driven by ReefShark chipsets and Cloud RAN. The solution emphasizes AI-RAN and MantaRay SMO for automation, with focus on private 5G networks for industrial applications.

Key Takeaways

Nokia detailed its 5G RAN portfolio including AirScale baseband, macro RRH, massive MIMO units, Kolibri small cells, and Shikra mmWave products. Key technologies are ReefShark chipsets and Cloud RAN.
Solution integrates AI-RAN and MantaRay SON/SMO for automated optimization, supporting evolution to 5G Advanced and 6G. Emphasis on private 5G networks deployable in licensed/shared/unlicensed spectrum for industrial low-latency, high-security requirements.

Why It Matters

promotes the evolution of enterprise network architecture to automated O&M...

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