The Best 5G Core Network Construction Award recognises the operator that has built a unified centralised operation platform for the whole network. The recipient of this award has constructed a 5G core network that enables users access to stable, high-quality services, opening doors to a new wave of consumer experiences and business opportunities.

The Best Telco Cloud Practice Award recognises the operator that has committed to developing a fully converged telecom cloud platform to enhance network performance and reliability. The recipient of this award is recognised for its ground-breaking cloud network connection in response to client demand for access to cloud services using an efficient, dedicated connection rather than over the internet.

The Best Service Innovation Award recognises the operator that has developed a new vision and service solution. Operators and telco providers and their partners continue to play a leading role at the centre of digital communication. This award category aims to recognise and reward the best operator and services across the telco and network operator markets.

The Best 5G Business Development Strategy recognises the operator that has created an innovative strategy transforming user experience into package monetisation. Understanding the investments needed across the entire 5G architecture, the recipient of this award has implemented a step change in service—lightning-fast speed, incredibly low latency, and the capacity to carry massive numbers of connections simultaneously.

The 5G Network Efficiency Improvement Award recognises the operator that has had significant results in improving 5G network efficiency. Beyond speed improvement – the recipient of this award – is recognised for the improvement in efficiency, communication needs for connected devices, with the right trade-offs between speed, latency, and cost.

The Best 5G-A Technology Breakthrough Award recognises the operator company that has achieved a significant technological advancement in 5G-A (5G Advanced). This award recognizes pioneering efforts that drive the evolution of 5G technology, showcasing innovation, performance, and the impact on the telecommunications industry. The recipient of this award demonstrates excellence in developing and implementing breakthrough solutions that enhance network capabilities and user experiences.

The Best 5G-A Core Innovative Solution Award recognizes the operator company that has developed an outstanding and groundbreaking solution within the 5G-A (5G Advanced) core network. This award celebrates innovations that significantly enhance the core network's capabilities, efficiency, and performance. The recipient of this award demonstrates a commitment to pushing the limits of technology to deliver advanced solutions that improve network infrastructure and user experience.

The Best Network Reliability Solution Award recognizes the operator company that has achieved exceptional stability and reliability in its network infrastructure. This award recognizes ongoing investments and improvements made to ensure a consistently dependable network. The recipient of this award demonstrates excellence in maintaining high performance across diverse regions, understanding and meeting user expectations, and minimizing downtime.