Nokia has announced a partnership with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to introduce an agentic AI-powered 5G-Advanced network slicing solution in live networks. This new approach aims to help telecommunications providers deliver premium services that can adapt to changing conditions, using artificial intelligence to analyze real-world data such as locations, events, and traffic.
The collaboration leverages Nokia’s advanced network slicing technology and AWS’s AI platform. According to the companies, du and Orange are the first operators to test this innovation in their networks.
Network slicing allows telecom operators to create multiple virtual networks on a single physical infrastructure, optimizing performance for different applications or user groups. The integration of agentic AI enables these slices to adjust automatically based on factors like traffic surges or emergencies, helping maintain service quality during unpredictable events.
Pallavi Mahajan, Chief Technology and AI Officer at Nokia, said: “This innovation marks a major milestone in the evolution of AI-native networks. By combining Nokia’s advanced network slicing capabilities with agentic AI, we are enabling operators to deliver premium, intent-based services that adapt dynamically to real-world conditions. Nokia is advancing connectivity by unlocking new value streams for telecommunication providers and supporting next-generation applications and differentiated services for enterprises, industries and consumers.”
Amir Rao, Global Director, GTM & Telco Solutions at AWS, added: “Network slicing has long promised to unlock new revenue streams for operators, but manual configuration and static policies have prevented end customers from accessing on-demand provisioning. By integrating agentic AI capabilities through Amazon Bedrock with Nokia’s application, operators can now deliver intelligent, context-aware network slicing that responds dynamically to real-world conditions from traffic surges to emergency situations. This transforms network slicing from a technical capability into a true business enabler, allowing operators to monetize their 5G investments through differentiated, premium services that adapt automatically to customer needs. Agentic Network Slicing is the beginning of an era that will enable telecommunications providers to enable real-time intent-based service provisioning for end customers.”
The solution supports several use cases:
– Enterprise and industrial applications can benefit from intent-based slicing that measures key performance indicators like bitrate and latency in real time.
– Public safety authorities may receive improved connectivity during emergencies through on-demand network slicing.
– Mass events such as concerts or sporting matches can see optimized capacity for VIPs or critical operations thanks to predictive analysis of demand patterns.
Saleem Alblooshi, Chief Technology Officer at du, commented: “We are excited to be among the first to pilot this groundbreaking solution on a live network. Agentic AI-powered slicing will allow us to deliver highly responsive, premium services to our customers, whether for critical enterprise applications or enhanced consumer experiences.”
Atoosa Hatefi, Director of Innovation in Radio and Environment at Orange stated: “Orange is committed to driving innovation in 5G, and this experimentation demonstrates how AI can transform network operations. With intent-based slicing, we can anticipate customer needs and deliver tailored services that meet the demands of diverse use cases, from mission-critical to immersive entertainment.”
The integrated solution uses technologies such as Nokia’s 5G AirScale base station and MantaRay SMO alongside Amazon Bedrock Artificial Intelligence platform. It operates across radio access (RAN), transport, and core parts of the mobile network infrastructure.
AI agents coordinate analytics and policy adjustments by processing open internet data—like event schedules or weather reports—for different scenarios. These modules interact with Amazon Bedrock via APIs and support chatbot-like interfaces as well as scheduled or autonomous modes.
AWS provides tools like Amazon EKS Hybrid Nodes so telecom providers can deploy these agents within existing infrastructure while managing resources across both cloud and edge environments.
Nokia plans live demonstrations of its advanced network slicing solution at its booth during Mobile World Congress 2026.
For more information about related technologies:
– AirScale Radio Access: https://www.nokia.com/networks/solutions/radio-access/
– MantaRay SMO: https://www.nokia.com/networks/solutions/mantaray-smo/
– Network Slicing: https://www.nokia.com/networks/solutions/network-slicing/
– Autonomous Networks: https://www.nokia.com/networks/solutions/autonomous-networks/
– 5G Edge Slicing: https://www.nokia.com/networks/solutions/edge-slicing/
Nokia describes itself as a global leader in connectivity solutions for the AI era. AWS highlights its commitment to making cloud computing accessible across industries worldwide.
Media inquiries regarding this announcement should be directed to the Nokia Press Office at Press.Services@nokia.com.
