PRESS RELEASE: ZTE Corporation hosted its annual 5G Summit & User Congress 2024 in Istanbul, Türkiye.
The two-day event, organized under the theme “Flourish Through Intelligent Innovation”, brings together professionals from industry organizations, standardization bodies, carriers, think tanks, industry partners, and analysts, and other global ecosystem players. Discussions focus on the latest developments in 5G, 5G-A, AI, and next-generation networks, offering valuable insights into emerging trends and sharing practical case studies to drive the future of digital transformation.
ZTE CEO Xu Ziyang opened the summit with a keynote titled “Digital Bridge of Civilization, Link across Carbon & Silicon”. In his address, he emphasized the central role of intelligent innovation in connecting the world in an era of rapid technological progress. Xu highlighted four key types of connections that are reshaping industries:
Data Link builds a digital Silk Road, connecting the world seamlessly.
Wisdom Link redefines computing power and intelligence, transforming productivity across industries.
Symbiotic Link builds ecosystem collaboration, where technology and the environment evolve together.
Civilization Link connects carbon-based life and silicon-based intelligence, opening endless possibilities for collaboration between humans and AI.
Xu Ziyang’s remarks reflect the summit’s central theme — “Flourish Through Intelligent Innovation” — stressing that the fusion of advanced technology and human ingenuity drives the next wave of global transformation.
As the core of the event, ZTE has showcased its innovative products, solutions, and best practices, embodying the transformative potential of intelligent innovation. The company’s advancements in wireless technology were segmented into three development stages:
In the 5G-ready Area, ZTE introduces the UniSite simplest site solution, covering UBR Pioneer, FMM Pioneer, and Green Pioneer, to help operators build an efficient and future-oriented 4G/5G network.
The 5G Area highlights innovative 5G solutions tailored to ToC, ToB, and ToH markets, focusing on 5G Monetization, Intelligent Wireless Solutions, Private 5G Networks, and FWA.
The 5G-A Area unlocks the practice of 5G-A commercialization through solutions such as 5G-A 10G Experience, Integrated Sensing and Communication, RedCap, and also discusses how AI empowers network O&M.
As a broadband pioneer, the event also showcases ZTE’s latest innovations in wireline products and networks, featuring groundbreaking solutions like the Leading Tbit OTN, a cost-effective 800GE IP network, and next-generation all-optical access infrastructure. The exhibition also highlights advancements in Gigabit Home technology, designed to bring ultra-fast, reliable connectivity to households globally.
Adhering to the product strategy of “AI for All”, ZTE showcases its latest AI-powered 5G innovations, highlighting its pioneering role in integrating AI with 5G technology, with the aim of enabling everyone to benefit from advanced digital solutions. ZTE debuted the industry’s first AI-powered full-stack FWA solution, the ZTE Nebula AI FWA Solution, along with the world’s first AI-powered 5G FWA G5 series, offering an enhanced user experience through AI-driven features like AI Multi-Scenario Application, AI QoS Management, AI Voice Control, AI Application Recognition, AI Child Protection, and real-time AI Network Optimization.
Additionally, ZTE presents a full range of FWA & MBB products covering three main product solutions: personal and home data terminals, customized data terminals for industries, and connected vehicle terminals. The exhibition featured an array of young, individual, and stylish nubia smartphones, including the nubia Focus 5G with a 108MP camera, nubia Music for AI-powered audio, and the gaming-focused nubia Neo 2 5G.
ZTE further expands its AI offerings with IoT devices and health wearables, delivering comprehensive solutions for diverse user needs. ZTE rolled out its Full-Scenario Intelligent Ecosystem 3.0, focusing on five core consumer scenarios: sports & health, audio & video entertainment, business & travel, home & education, and smart driving, aiming to bring everyone the better life that AI and the latest technology have to offer.”
Technology development knows no borders. Innovation depends not only on individual breakthroughs but also on close collaboration and symbiotic growth across industries. ZTE collaborates with over 1,000 global partners to explore digital transformation across various sectors, driving progress in the digital economy. As digital intelligence technologies become increasingly integrated into different industries, ZTE remains committed to continuous foundational innovation. The company works to solidify its digital intelligence infrastructure and expand the boundaries of application across sectors. Through close collaboration with clients, industry players, and ecosystem partners, ZTE strives to foster mutual benefits, drive digital transformation, and contribute to the high-quality development of industries worldwide.
With the theme “Flourish Through Intelligent Innovation” at the heart of the 5G Summit & User Congress 2024, ZTE reaffirms its role as a driver of the digital economy, supporting global digital transformation with innovative ICT technologies.