9MARCH, 2026At Mobile World Congress, Nvidia, along with Booz Allen, BT Group, Cisco, Deutsche Telekom, Ericsson, MITRE, Nokia, OCUDU Ecosystem Foundation, ODC, SK Telecom, SoftBank Corp. and T-Mobile, announced a commitment to develop next-generation wireless networks based on AI-native and open platforms.Nvidia said participating members will work toward building 6G networks using software-controlled radios operating on general-purpose computers powered by artificial intelligence to manage radio traffic safely and efficiently.The company said 5G networks were primarily designed for voice & data connectivity and are not equipped to handle widespread AI-driven applications. Future networks, it said, will require significantly higher efficiency levels.Ronnie Vasishta, who heads Nvidia's telecommunications business & strategy, said networks will need far greater efficiency, and AI can help route traffic safely and efficiently. He added that telecom networks would require "hundreds of thousands of times" more efficiency because there isn't enough radio spectrum to support new uses.According to Nvidia, the proposed 6G framework will rely on open radio systems controlled by software on general-purpose computing platforms, enabling broader participation from new market entrants.The company said 6G networks are expected to extend beyond traditional communication functions to support autonomous machines, vehicles, sensors & robotics, increasing requirements for security and operational resilience. It noted that legacy wireless architectures were not designed for such complexity."AI is redefining computing and driving the largest infrastructure buildout in human history, and telecommunications is next," said Jensen Huang, Founder & CEO of NVIDIA. "Together with a global coalition of industry leaders, NVIDIA is building AI-RAN to transform the world's telecom networks into AI infrastructure everywhere." Otis Worldwide Corporation has named Nicolas (Nico) Lopez as President of Otis Asia Pacific (APAC), effective immediately. He will oversee the company's business operations across Asia, excluding Greater China.In his new role, Lopez will lead strategy and execution across service, modernization, new equipment, manufacturing and innovation. He will focus on strengthening operational performance, customer relationships and workforce capabilities across the region."It takes advanced technology, outstanding technical expertise, and deep dedication to move millions of people safely and reliably across Asia Pacific every day," Lopez said. "I'm proud to be leading a team that has earned the trust of customers and passengers. We never take this trust for granted, and we are always working to meet the expectations of the people we serve."Lopez brings extensive commercial, operational, legal and governance experience to the position. During his decade with Otis, he most recently served as Managing Director for Otis Southeast Asia. His previous responsibilities included oversight of distributor operations across more than 60 countries, as well as senior business development and compliance roles across APAC and Latin America. He also spent nearly ten years with Otis's former parent company.Lopez holds an MBA from Universidad del CEMA and a Master of Laws from Columbia Law School.He succeeds Stéphane de Montlivault, who has retired after 40 years with the company. De Montlivault played a key role in expanding Otis's presence in Asia and co-founded WorkWell Leaders, a charity focused on promoting workplace mental well-being. NVIDIA, TELCOS PARTNER TO DEVELOP AI-POWERED 6GOTIS APPOINTS NICOLAS LOPEZ AS ASIA PACIFIC PRESIDENT· Nvidia leads AI-native 6G alliance· 6G to run on software-defined open radios· AI-RAN targets major efficiency gains· Nicolas Lopez named Otis APAC President· To lead growth across Asia, excluding China· Succeeds Stéphane de Montlivault after 40 years
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