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Business Wire
01-07-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
5G Americas Highlights the Strategic Role of Integrated Sensing and Communication for 6G
SEATTLE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--As the wireless industry prepares for the evolution to 6G, 5G Americas, the voice of 5G and beyond for the Americas, today announced the publication of its latest white paper, Transforming Industries with Integrated Sensing and Communication. The report explores how Integrated Sensing and Communication (ISAC) will enhance future mobile networks by enabling them to simultaneously communicate and sense their environment, unlocking powerful new use cases and revenue opportunities. 'ISAC is a transformative technology that combines radar-like sensing with traditional communications, turning wireless networks into intelligent infrastructure capable of perceiving the physical world,' said Viet Nguyen, President of 5G Americas. ISAC allows mobile networks to detect passive objects using the same or different radio signals deployed for communications, while JSAC (Joint Sensing and Communication) allows the same radio signals to be used. By embedding sensing into cellular infrastructure, networks gain capabilities such as object detection, motion tracking, and spatial awareness—without requiring direct device connectivity. Key findings from the Transforming Industries with Integrated Sensing and Communication white paper include: Dual-Purpose Functionality: ISAC systems leverage shared radio signals for both communication and sensing tasks, creating an efficient and multifunctional network design. Expansive Use Case Landscape: ISAC unlocks high-impact applications across public safety, healthcare, transportation, industrial automation, and immersive experiences. Examples include UAV traffic coordination, emergency response, fall detection, and smart city infrastructure. New Monetization Models: The concept of 'Sensing as a Service' opens revenue channels for mobile operators, allowing them to offer enterprises valuable location, movement, and object recognition data through API-based platforms. Technical and Operational Challenges: Critical challenges include co-designing waveforms for dual functions, mitigating interference, and implementing edge-based AI. Real-time resource management and scalable architecture are essential to realizing ISAC's full potential. Standardization Momentum: Third Generation Partnership Project (3GPP) has initiated ISAC work in 5G-Advanced and 6G beginning with Release 19, with anticipated advancements in Releases 20 and 21. Ecosystem collaboration among vendors, academia, and regulatory bodies is key to mainstream adoption. "ISAC redefines the capabilities of cellular networks by embedding sensing directly into the fabric of communication infrastructure," said Paul Tse, Director Strategy and Technology at Ericsson and working group leader for the white paper. "It offers both technical and economic benefits while advancing the capabilities of smart and automated systems.' 'ISAC development is a cornerstone for enabling context-aware services and digital twin technologies in 6G," said Amitava Ghosh, Nokia Fellow and key contributor to the report. "It also opens the door for carriers to offer advanced, data-driven services that improve safety, streamline automation, and support next-generation mobility.' For more information and to access the full white paper, please visit the 5G Americas website. About 5G Americas: The Voice of 5G and Beyond for the Americas 5G Americas is an industry trade organization composed of leading telecommunications service providers and manufacturers. The organization's mission is to be the trusted voice in North America's wireless industry, fostering collaboration, driving thought leadership, and advancing next-generation mobile technologies. 5G Americas is headquartered in Seattle, Washington. More information is available at 5G Americas' website, LinkedIn, and X (formerly Twitter). 5G Americas' Board of Governors Members include Airspan Networks Inc., AT&T, Ciena, Cisco, Ericsson, Mavenir, Nokia, Qualcomm Incorporated, Samsung, and T-Mobile US, Inc.
Barnama
19-06-2025
- Business
- Barnama
Edutourism Sector Gains Momentum, Draws Interest From ASEAN Institutions
REGION - NORTHERN > NEWS LANGKAWI, June 18 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's edutourism sector is gaining momentum, with growing interest from regional higher education institutions in experiential learning programmes that combine education with tourism. Langkawi Tourism Academy @ Kolej Komuniti Langkawi (LTA) director Rohana Sahak cited a recent example, noting that the academy recently hosted 15 students from Thailand's Songkhla Rajabhat University under the 'Let's Go Langkawi Edutourism Geopark Odyssey' programme. 'LTA offers Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programmes in hospitality, particularly hotel and tourism management, which have been well received among ASEAN students,' she said after the Bridging ASEAN Higher Education programme here today. bootstrap slideshow She also expressed optimism about the programme's success and hopes for further collaborations, particularly with institutions in the ASEAN region. Rohana noted that edutourism promotes cultural and language exchange while immersing international students in community-based hospitality experiences, adding that the initiative is supported by industry players, including Dreamz Travel Sdn Bhd. The programme, led by the Internationalisation Unit of the TVET Coordination Division under the Department of Polytechnic and Community College Education (JPPKK), aims to strengthen the regional hospitality sector and support Malaysia's goal of becoming a regional education hub. Meanwhile, Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS) chief executive officer Novie Tajuddin said Malaysia currently hosts about 137,000 international students, supported in part by the International Student Arrival Centre (ISAC) at KLIA Terminals 1 and 2. 'ISAC is the first initiative of its kind globally, assisting international students before immigration clearance, with staff available 24/7,' she said, adding that transnational education partnerships also allow students to begin their studies in Malaysia before continuing abroad. He also said that in conjunction with the ASEAN Chairmanship, several initiatives were also introduced specifically for international students from ASEAN countries.
The Sun
18-06-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Malaysia boosts edutourism with ASEAN TVET collaboration
LANGKAWI: Malaysia's edutourism sector is gaining momentum, with growing interest from regional higher education institutions in experiential learning programmes that combine education with tourism. Langkawi Tourism Academy @ Kolej Komuniti Langkawi (LTA) director Rohana Sahak cited a recent example, noting that the academy recently hosted 15 students from Thailand's Songkhla Rajabhat University under the 'Let's Go Langkawi Edutourism Geopark Odyssey' programme. 'LTA offers Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programmes in hospitality, particularly hotel and tourism management, which have been well received among ASEAN students,' she said after the Bridging ASEAN Higher Education programme here today. She also expressed optimism about the programme's success and hopes for further collaborations, particularly with institutions in the ASEAN region. Rohana noted that edutourism promotes cultural and language exchange while immersing international students in community-based hospitality experiences, adding that the initiative is supported by industry players, including Dreamz Travel Sdn Bhd. The programme, led by the Internationalisation Unit of the TVET Coordination Division under the Department of Polytechnic and Community College Education (JPPKK), aims to strengthen the regional hospitality sector and support Malaysia's goal of becoming a regional education hub. Meanwhile, Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS) chief executive officer Novie Tajuddin said Malaysia currently hosts about 137,000 international students, supported in part by the International Student Arrival Centre (ISAC) at KLIA Terminals 1 and 2. 'ISAC is the first initiative of its kind globally, assisting international students before immigration clearance, with staff available 24/7,' she said, adding that transnational education partnerships also allow students to begin their studies in Malaysia before continuing abroad. Earlier at the forum, Malaysia and Timor-Leste signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to strengthen cooperation in higher education, in conjunction with the ASEAN Ministers of Education and Higher Education Roundtable 2025. The MoU, signed by Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir and Timor-Leste's Higher Education Minister José Honório da Costa Pereira Jerónimo, includes collaboration in TVET, STEM, education technology and academic staff training.
The Sun
18-06-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Edutourism sector gains momentum, draws interest from ASEAN institutions
LANGKAWI: Malaysia's edutourism sector is gaining momentum, with growing interest from regional higher education institutions in experiential learning programmes that combine education with tourism. Langkawi Tourism Academy @ Kolej Komuniti Langkawi (LTA) director Rohana Sahak cited a recent example, noting that the academy recently hosted 15 students from Thailand's Songkhla Rajabhat University under the 'Let's Go Langkawi Edutourism Geopark Odyssey' programme. 'LTA offers Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programmes in hospitality, particularly hotel and tourism management, which have been well received among ASEAN students,' she said after the Bridging ASEAN Higher Education programme here today. She also expressed optimism about the programme's success and hopes for further collaborations, particularly with institutions in the ASEAN region. Rohana noted that edutourism promotes cultural and language exchange while immersing international students in community-based hospitality experiences, adding that the initiative is supported by industry players, including Dreamz Travel Sdn Bhd. The programme, led by the Internationalisation Unit of the TVET Coordination Division under the Department of Polytechnic and Community College Education (JPPKK), aims to strengthen the regional hospitality sector and support Malaysia's goal of becoming a regional education hub. Meanwhile, Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS) chief executive officer Novie Tajuddin said Malaysia currently hosts about 137,000 international students, supported in part by the International Student Arrival Centre (ISAC) at KLIA Terminals 1 and 2. 'ISAC is the first initiative of its kind globally, assisting international students before immigration clearance, with staff available 24/7,' she said, adding that transnational education partnerships also allow students to begin their studies in Malaysia before continuing abroad. Earlier at the forum, Malaysia and Timor-Leste signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to strengthen cooperation in higher education, in conjunction with the ASEAN Ministers of Education and Higher Education Roundtable 2025. The MoU, signed by Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir and Timor-Leste's Higher Education Minister José Honório da Costa Pereira Jerónimo, includes collaboration in TVET, STEM, education technology and academic staff training.
Broadcast Pro
02-06-2025
- Business
- Broadcast Pro
E& publishes whitepaper outlining vision for 6G era
The 6G architecture will integrate AI across all layers, use ISAC for environmental sensing and implement post-quantum cryptography to protect against next-gen threats. e& UAE, the flagship telecom arm of e&, has published a new whitepaper, Shaping the Future: e& UAEs 6G Vision, presenting a bold, forward-looking framework for the next generation of connectivity. Building on its leadership in 5Gincluding a record-setting 5G-Advanced speed of 62 Gbpsthe whitepaper outlines e& UAEs strategic roadmap for 6G, a network paradigm that promises to connect the unconnected, power the immersive internet, and fuel intelligent digital transformation at scale. Marwan Bin Shakar, Acting CTIO, e& UAE, said: 6G is not just an evolution, its a revolution in how we connect, compute, and collaborate. With 6G, we are not simply preparing for a faster futurewere building the foundational nervous system of a cognitive, secure, and sovereign digital nation. Our vision is to enable an intelligent infrastructure that underpins everything from XR and self-driving mobility to AI-Native networks and ubiquitous connectivity. Far beyond a leap in connectivity, the whitepaper presents 6G as an intelligent, sensing, and sustainable fabric that will empower digital societies, industries, and governments. With peak data rates anticipated in the terabit-per-second range and latencies dropping below one millisecond, 6G is set to power immersive experiences, autonomous mobility, Industry 4.0, and inclusive digital services at unprecedented scale and precision. The whitepaper lays out a future in which the telecommunications network evolves into an intelligent, adaptive infrastructureone capable of making autonomous decisions, securing national interests, and enabling next-generation services. With the support of TDRA and global collaboration, 6G will be a cognitive, secure, and sustainable digital ecosystem that blends AI-native intelligence, integrated sensing, quantum-grade security, sub-THz spectrum, and non-terrestrial networks. At the heart of this vision is the AI-native networka foundational shift that embeds intelligence directly into the networks core architecture. Rather than bolting AI on as an overlay, e& UAEs approach integrates machine learning across all layers, from device to applications. This enables self-optimisation, predictive fault management, and fully autonomous service delivery; critical for the hyperscale demands of smart cities, autonomous mobility, and real-time industrial systems. The whitepaper also explores Integrated Sensing and Communication (ISAC) as a core capability of 6G. By transforming communication nodes into distributed sensors, 6G networks will be able to perceive their environment, detect motion, accurately map terrain, track assets, and even assess structural conditions. This turns the network into a real-time environmental observatory, unlocking new dimensions in public safety, transportation, governance, and urban planning. With the rise of quantum computing, the whitepaper highlights the urgent need for quantum-secure infrastructure. e& UAEs 6G strategy incorporates post-quantum cryptography and secure-by-design principles to safeguard data and critical services against future quantum-enabled threats. This proactive stance ensures long-term resilience for public-sector systems and private enterprises alike. Another transformative pillar is the integration of Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTNs), which are set to become a native element of 6G architecture. This allows for uninterrupted coverage across deserts, oceans, air corridors, and rural regions, strengthening national connectivity while enabling use cases such as drone-based delivery, remote industrial operations, and in-flight communications. The whitepaper also explores transformational use cases across sectors, from holographic telepresence and industrial digital twins to autonomous corridors and immersive tourism, many of which are already being pioneered within the UAE. As the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and 3GPP advance the global IMT-2030 framework, e& UAE is actively contributing to shaping the standards, use cases, and spectrum policies that will define the global 6G landscape. 6G represents a leap from connectivity to cognition, where networks are infused with intelligence, environmental awareness, and the ability to act autonomously. This evolution will have a profound impact on how nations deliver public services, protect critical infrastructure, and drive economic growth. As we look ahead, the network becomes a strategic asset, designed to think, adapt, and elevate every aspect of digital life. From active participation in 6G standardisation to real-world trials of emerging 6G technologies, e& UAE is committed to being a key architect of the future digital fabric, Bin Shakar added.
