The AI era demands more than just computing power; it requires a high-bandwidth, low-latency, and highly reliable network infrastructure to deliver AI services to users in real time, reliably, and at scale.
At Network X 2026, MediaTek and Airoha Technology (collectively known as MediaTek Group) will showcase next-generation connectivity spanning Wi-Fi, 5G CPE, and PON. These industry-leading solutions, which include fiber access, wireless broadband, and connectivity for homes and businesses, help global telecom operators accelerate network upgrades, seamlessly extending AI applications and services to home, office, and mobile environments.
At Network X 2026, MediaTek Group is showcasing the parallel migration of 3 network technologies from Wi-Fi 7 to Wi-Fi 8, from XGS-PON to 50G-PON, and from 5G to 5G-Advanced
Comprehensive connectivity portfolio for a seamless experience in the AI era
In the age of AI, network requirements are evolving, shifting from point-access technologies to a comprehensive service experience. From PON, which brings high-speed fiber connectivity to homes and businesses, to 5G FWA, which provides high-performance wireless broadband, and Wi-Fi, which extends connectivity to all devices, these three technologies have formed an essential foundation for telecom operators to deliver next-generation broadband services.
Thanks to the combined capabilities of MediaTek and Airoha, MediaTek Group provides connectivity expertise spanning PON, 5G CPE, and Wi-Fi, enabling customers to work with a single partner for network access, CPE, and home and enterprise networks. Beyond the breadth of its technologies, MediaTek Group continues to strengthen quality, reliability, and interoperability across multiple vendors for enterprises, while also supporting leading broadband software ecosystems, including OpenWrt, RDK-B, and prplOS. This helps telecom operators reduce the complexity of systems integration and accelerate the deployment of new services.
Towards global marketing
For telecom operators, network connectivity technology is much more than a specification sheet. Its true value lies in its reliable, long-term deployment in commercial networks on a global scale. MediaTek Group has decades of experience in product engineering and development, encompassing product definition, silicon development, software integration, system validation, and lifecycle support. Its track record of product quality, reliability, and scalability is continuously validated by the mass production of billions of devices worldwide each year. Strategically positioned at the heart of the world’s leading semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem, MediaTek Group collaborates closely with advanced process partners. This close collaboration ensures that customers benefit from continuous technological advancements and a highly reliable supply chain.
Building next-generation networks: Driving innovation in three key areas
At Network X 2026, MediaTek Group is presenting the parallel migration of three network technologies: from Wi-Fi 7 to Wi-Fi 8, from XGS-PON to 50G-PON, and from 5G to 5G-Advanced. Beyond raw speed, these technologies are aligned on a new trajectory: through AI, advanced connectivity, and systems integration, they deliver greater bandwidth, lower latency, and superior energy efficiency, creating a highly reliable network infrastructure designed for intelligent, large-scale deployment.
MediaTek Group noted that the rise of AI applications continues to drive more stringent network requirements in terms of bandwidth, reliability, low power consumption, and multipoint connectivity. Consequently, the challenge for the telecommunications industry extends beyond continuous upgrades to a single connectivity technology; it lies in ensuring that fiber optic access, mobile broadband, and Wi-Fi work together to deliver a seamless, high-quality user experience.
From the planning and product definition stages, MediaTek and Airoha have collaborated closely to integrate PON, 5G CPE, and Wi-Fi technologies and product portfolios. Together with partners across the global ecosystem, they are helping telecom customers accelerate next-generation network infrastructure upgrades, extending AI computing power from the cloud and data centers directly to every home, business, and smart device.
Source: https://www.telecoms.com/5g-6g/telecel-ghana-targets-december-5g-launch
