Network X Americas
May 18-20, 2026
Irving Convention Center at Las ColinasDallas, Texas

MOBILE NETWORKS PATH TO AI-NATIVE

CONFERENCE TRACK: MOBILE NETWORKS PATH TO AI-NATIVE

Mobile networks are undergoing a seismic transformation. As 5G matures and 6G looms on the horizon, operators are racing to evolve their infrastructure into intelligent, adaptive ecosystems. The rise of AI-native networks—where automation, telemetry, and real-time decision-making are embedded into the very fabric of the RAN—is redefining how connectivity is delivered, optimized, and monetized.

Our dedicated Mobile Networks Path to AI-Native track explores this strategic imperative through engaging keynote sessions, panel discussions, and fireside chats. Connect with major mobile operators, AI technology providers, and industry innovators as they discuss:

5G Standalone & Service-Aware RAN

  • How 5GSA lays the groundwork for service-aware RAN architectures
  • Dynamic adaptation to user and enterprise demands
  • Enabling differentiated services for immersive applications and industrial automation

AI and Real-Time Telemetry for Adaptive Networks

  • Revolutionizing resource allocation and interference management
  • Predictive, self-optimizing networks responding to real-time traffic patterns
  • Energy efficiency through intelligent automation

SMO, RIC, xApps/rApps Integration

  • Orchestration layer of AI-native RAN for modular, programmable networks
  • Scalable automation and trust compliance frameworks
  • Component interaction for seamless network operations

AI Ops for RAN Automation

  • Moving beyond closed-loop automation to intent-based control
  • Deploying trustworthy AI models in live networks
  • Managing complexity across legacy and multi-vendor environments

Agentic Operations & Digital Twins

  • Shift from rule-based automation to collaborative agentic systems
  • Predictive analytics and network optimization through digital twins
  • Autonomous decision-making across network domains

Overcoming Data Silos & Building Scalable Intelligence

  • Integrating disparate data sources for AI-driven automation
  • Interoperable frameworks through SMO and open architectures
  • Enabling scalable intelligence across network operations

THE STRATEGIC IMPERATIVE: FROM CONNECTIVITY TO INTELLIGENT SERVICE DELIVERY

AI-native mobile networks are not just a technological upgrade—they're a strategic imperative that enables operators to deliver differentiated services with precision and agility, optimize resource allocation and energy efficiency, enhance customer experience through predictive analytics, and future-proof infrastructure for quantum resilience and 6G readiness.

AI-NATIVE RAN: FROM VISION TO DEPLOYMENT REALITY

Connect with operators and vendors demonstrating proven AI-native solutions that deliver:

  • Intelligent Traffic Management - Dynamic resource allocation that adapts to real-time demand patterns and service requirements
  • Predictive Network Optimization - Proactive interference management and capacity planning that prevents performance degradation
  • Autonomous Service Orchestration - Self-configuring network slices that automatically adjust to enterprise SLA requirements
  • Energy-Efficient Operations - AI-driven power optimization reducing operational costs while maintaining service quality

Our Mobile Networks Path to AI-Native track showcases actual deployments across SMO/RIC frameworks, xApps/rApps integration, and agentic network operations. Return with actionable insights on immediate AI-native opportunities and a strategic implementation roadmap for your network transformation.

Join industry pioneers at Network X Americas to accelerate your mobile network evolution through AI-native architectures that deliver measurable operational impact today.

BRIDGE THE GAP BETWEEN AI INVESTMENT AND OPERATIONAL IMPACT

The mobile network industry faces a critical challenge: while operators have invested heavily in AI technologies, the shift to truly AI-native networks requires rethinking architectures, governance, and business models to stay competitive. This transformation is driven by the need to support immersive applications, industrial automation, and enterprise-grade SLAs, all while managing complexity across hybrid and multi-vendor environments.

Network X Americas addresses this challenge by providing practical frameworks for AI-native transformation, proven deployment methodologies, and real-world case studies that demonstrate how to unlock the full value of intelligent, adaptive network ecosystems.

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The AI-Native Challenge

Legacy infrastructure integration with AI-native RAN architectures

Data fragmentation hindering real-time telemetry and AI model performance

Skills gap between traditional network operations and AI/ML expertise

Balancing network reliability with autonomous AI decision-making

Quantifying business value of AI-native transformation initiatives

Security and governance in autonomous network environments

Multi-vendor coordination for seamless AI-native ecosystem management

Evolving compliance requirements for AI-driven network operations

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The Network X Americas 2026 Solution

Learn proven strategies for AI-native RAN deployment and scaling from industry leaders

Discover best practices for real-time telemetry integration and data orchestration

Access frameworks for building AI-native operational capabilities and expertise

Explore trustworthy AI governance and fail-safe mechanisms for critical infrastructure

Learn from case studies showcasing ROI metrics and business impact measurement

Discover advanced security architectures for AI-native network protection

Access vendor-neutral insights on SMO/RIC orchestration and ecosystem management

Stay ahead through expert guidance on AI compliance and industry standard

CUSTOMIZE YOUR EXPERIENCE

Connect & Collaborate

Network with fellow mobile network professionals in exclusive VIP roundtables to share AI transformation success stories and tackle common implementation challenges.

Discover & Deploy

Explore cutting-edge AI-native solutions from mobile technology leaders to accelerate your intelligent network strategy.

Learn & Transform

Gain actionable insights from global experts on proven AI implementation frameworks and operational strategies that drive network performance and revenue growth.

“It’s been a fantastic show! It’s great to see the excitement around where we are as an industry. We tend to think exciting things don’t happen, but given the rapid pace of innovation across Cloud, Spectrum, and especially AI, this is truly an exciting time to be part of a network build-out.”

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