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HONOR Unveils Open AI Ecosystem Strategy at Mobile World Congress 2026

2026-03-09T13:33:00+01:00

On March 2, global AI device ecosystem company HONOR presented its vision for an expanded AI ecosystem during the opening ConnectAI panel at Mobile World Congress 2026. The company introduced plans to build an open device network through its HONOR AI Connect Platform, which it expects will support more than 20,000 AI-powered services by the end of 2026.

This initiative signals HONOR’s rapid evolution from a traditional smartphone maker into a global AI-driven device ecosystem leader. Central to this shift is the upgraded HONOR AI Connect Platform, designed to share the company’s core AI capabilities with ecosystem partners. Rather than focusing solely on device connectivity, the strategy emphasizes shared intelligence across brands, with the goal of creating a cross-device Personal Avatar that accompanies users throughout a connected environment.

At the panel, Fang Fei, President of Products at HONOR, joined Philippe Lucas, Executive Vice President of Partnerships, Content and Devices at Orange, to discuss how AI, hardware and connectivity are converging. Under the theme of “breaking walls,” HONOR highlighted its intention to collaborate with partners such as Orange to expand into emerging hardware categories including education, smart home solutions, audio products, pet technology and toys.

Fang Fei compared the current moment in AI development to the historic Cambrian Explosion, suggesting the industry is nearing a comparable surge in intelligent device innovation. Just as that ancient era produced a rapid diversification of life, she predicted an explosion of AI-powered products—from embodied AI devices like the HONOR Robot Phone to specialized AI companions developed in partnership with other brands.

Fang Fei emphasized that the era of closed ecosystems should come to an end, reaffirming HONOR’s commitment to a human-centered approach. The company aims to harness AI to enhance creativity and connectivity, developing AI companions that empower users in their daily lives.

Behind this transformation lies the evolution of distributed technologies. Where human-computer interaction was once limited to a single display, distributed systems now extend intelligence beyond hardware boundaries. This change is reflected in two major trends: the decoupling of smart hardware into purpose-built devices tailored for specific scenarios, and the widespread emergence of AI interaction points designed for real-world use cases.

To ensure a seamless user experience across this diversified landscape, HONOR is advancing its open ecosystem strategy through the HONOR AI Connect Platform. In this framework, the primary interface becomes an AI Agent—a personal digital twin operating across multiple devices. Enabled by the open platform, this digital twin can understand user intent on a smartphone and extend that intelligence to connected cars, smart homes or service robots, delivering uninterrupted, context-aware functionality.

These next-generation products move beyond conventional device formats, embodying HONOR’s concept of Augmented Human Intelligence (AHI). Devices transition from passive tools into active collaborators. A standout example is the HONOR Robot Phone, which blends smartphone technology with robotics to function as an automated personal videographer, tracking and capturing moments while allowing users to remain fully engaged.

At its March 1 launch event, HONOR also introduced its newest AI-native foldable smartphone, the ultra-slim HONOR Magic V6, along with updated PCs, tablets and other devices. Visitors and media attending MWC are invited to explore these innovations at the HONOR booth in Hall 3 and experience the next wave of intelligent technology firsthand.

Elisa and Elisa Industriq Showcase AI Innovations at Mobile World Congress 2026

2026-02-27T11:25:00+01:00

Elisa, a leading Finnish provider of telecommunications and digital services, together with its international software arm Elisa Industriq, will maintain a strong presence at the annual Mobile World Congress (MWC) taking place in Barcelona from 2–5 March 2026.

Celebrating its 20th year in Barcelona, MWC remains the largest and most influential global gathering for connectivity and mobile technology. During the event, Elisa and Elisa Industriq will present exclusive demonstrations of their latest products and solutions, highlight new innovations, showcase strategic collaborations, and deliver keynote sessions.

Ahead of the congress, on Sunday 1 March, Elisa’s COO and EVP of Technology and Operations, Sami Komulainen, will participate in Nokia’s MWC26 press and analyst event. The session will be streamed live on YouTube starting at 14:00 CET.

Elisa and Google Cloud advancing AI-powered networks

Elisa is working closely with Google Cloud to fast-track the evolution toward AI-enabled autonomous network operations. Expanding on Elisa’s prior automation efforts, the partnership allows the network to operate with minimal manual intervention, align with broader business objectives, and proactively identify and resolve issues. Visitors can explore demonstrations of Elisa’s network digital twin and live AI agents in Hall 2, stand 2H40 (ground floor).

Addressing the surge in scam calls

As scam calls become increasingly common, public confidence in phone numbers continues to decline. Elisa’s Fraud Call Prevention Solution demonstrates how telecom operators can rebuild trust while transforming security into a competitive differentiator. Already implemented in Finland, the solution recently received the European Crime Prevention Award. More details will be available in Hall 5, stand 5J45, within the Finland Pavilion.

Elisa’s CEO, Topi Manner, will join the panel discussion Scam Wars: When AI Joins the Fight on Monday, 2 March at 15:00 CET. The session will explore the rise of AI-powered cyber threats, including automated attacks, generative fraud, and sophisticated deepfakes. Held at the Turing Stage in Hall 6, the discussion will focus on defensive strategies and the ethical and regulatory challenges emerging in an AI-driven cybersecurity environment.

Gridle: Smarter energy optimization for telecom networks

Elisa Industriq’s energy optimization division, Gridle, will present its AI-based optimization service connected to RAN batteries. The solution enhances network stability and operational continuity during power outages while creating additional revenue opportunities and reducing energy costs.

Attendees can meet the Gridle team in Hall 3 to learn how AI-driven energy flexibility optimization can maximize the value of energy storage assets across telecom, industrial, residential, and grid-scale environments.

Polystar driving AI-led operational transformation

Another Elisa Industriq business, Polystar, is recognized globally for its data-driven assurance and automation solutions for telecom operators. At MWC, Polystar will unveil new AI-powered automated assurance innovations and showcase advanced analytics use cases enabled by improved data management. Visit Hall 5, stand 5F35, to discover how these solutions generate deeper operational insights, enhance customer experience, and improve efficiency.

Media inquiries and interview requests:
Elisa Mediadesk
Email: mediadesk@elisa.fi
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VIAVI Launches Cesium-Free ePRTC360+ Timing Solution for Critical Networks

2026-02-17T16:40:00+01:00

VIAVI Solutions Inc. has introduced its patent-pending Cesium-free ePRTC360+ holdover solution designed to protect critical infrastructure such as power grids, transportation systems, aviation, public safety networks, 5G mobile networks, and AI data centers from growing risks related to GNSS timing interference. The solution is positioned as the only non-Cesium alternative capable of complying with ITU-T G.8272.1 requirements.

The ITU-T G.8272.1 specification mandates that Enhanced Primary Reference Time Clock (ePRTC) systems maintain a short-term drift below 30 nanoseconds when transitioning into holdover and a long-term drift of less than 100 nanoseconds over a 14-day period, all traceable to UTC. Until now, these benchmarks were achievable only with Cesium atomic clocks, but VIAVI’s ePRTC360+ now meets the same criteria without Cesium.

According to Doug Russell, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Aerospace and Defense at VIAVI, the Cesium-free ePRTC360+ delivers performance comparable to advanced Cesium-based systems at a significantly lower cost, enabling broader deployment across synchronization networks, including edge locations that previously could not justify Cesium clock investments.

The ePRTC360+ has undergone testing in real-world defense and commercial environments involving GNSS jamming and spoofing and has been incorporated into the VIAVI SecurePNT 6200 product line. It can sustain 100-nanosecond accuracy during GNSS outages using the resilient altGNSS GEO-L service with no time limitations. The system integrates an enhanced SecureTime GEO anti-jamming antenna and a GNSS anti-spoofing antenna that supports eGNSS GEO services with authentication capabilities to detect and mitigate spoofing threats.

Unlike traditional omnidirectional GNSS signals that are vulnerable to interference, VIAVI’s proprietary GEO-L service uses encrypted, highly directional L-band transmissions from geostationary satellites. Combined with the SecureTime GEO antenna, this approach strengthens anti-jamming resilience and provides a reliable timing source for the ePRTC360+’s internal Rubidium oscillator. It also supports seamless switching between multiple orbital sources when primary GNSS signals are compromised by jamming, spoofing, or advanced meaconing attacks.

Because ePRTC360+ clocks are more cost-effective than Cesium systems, operators can deploy them throughout the network rather than only at core sites. They also work alongside non-RF Cesium clocks at the network core, improving synchronization resilience through meshed PTP backups, particularly during localized or regional GNSS disruptions.

The solution also overcomes several limitations associated with Cesium-based timing systems, including vulnerability to physical shock, complex startup procedures, lengthy GNSS learning periods, export licensing requirements, strict shipping and storage regulations, and periodic Cesium tube replacement. Disposal of Cesium clocks is also classified as hazardous due to their material composition.

By removing these challenges, the ePRTC360+ is designed for straightforward integration into any vendor’s grandmaster clock platform, helping operators meet strict ePRTC timing standards while lowering overall operational costs.

VIAVI will showcase the ePRTC360+ for the first time at Mobile World Congress (MWC) Barcelona 2026, taking place from March 2 to March 5, at Stand 5B18 in Barcelona, Spain.