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AI is helping mobile operators to cope with pandemic demand

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Artificial intelligence is helping telecoms operators to boost the RAN capacity of their 4G networks by 15 percent. More people than ever are relying on telecoms networks to work, play, and stay connected during the pandemic. Operators are doing all they can to ensure their existing networks have enough capacity to cope with demand. "Video streaming continues to experience high year on year growth and that has been exacerbated by the pandemic and resulting lock-downs, Yes, 5G grabs the spotlight, but 4G is carrying the brunt of this traffic. So, while investment in 5G infrastructure continues, operators need intelligent ways to maximize and extend existing 4G network capabilities in the short to medium term – keeping their CAPEX to a minimum."