Turkish telco Turkcell signed its second AI-related deal at Mobile World Congress 2025 on Tuesday – this one with Ericsson to develop, deploy and adopt generative AI (GenAI) solutions across Turkcell's networks and operations.
Under the deal, Turkcell and Ericsson will explore ways to use AI to optimize network efficiency, enhance automation, and drive new capabilities for 5G, 6G, and future connectivity solutions.
The two companies will look at ways to use open and flexible AI models to address the complexities of multi-vendor and multi-technology networks, as well as leveraging AI to improve network resilience, maximize network sustainability, and enhance user experiences.
The collaboration will also explore new use cases for AI in network operations, including predictive analytics, intelligent fault detection, and automated network healing.
Earlier this week, Turkcell signed a deal with Nokia to deploy its AI-powered fixed network analytics solution to boost fixed broadband performance and customer experience across its network.
“By integrating generative AI into our operations, we aim to deliver superior network performance, greater automation, and enhanced experiences for our customers,” Turkcell CTO Vehbi Çağrı Güngör said in a statement.
“As telecom networks grow more complex, AI-driven automation is essential for delivering efficient and scalable operations,” added Kevin Murphy, VP and Head of Ericsson North Middle East and Africa. “Our collaboration with Turkcell will help accelerate the adoption of generative AI, transforming network management and paving the way for 5G, 6G, and beyond.”
