Deutsche Telekom and Google Cloud Partner to Revolutionize Network Operations with AI

Deutsche Telekom and Google Cloud Partner to Enhance RAN Operations with AI

AI-driven issue classification and routing optimize network troubleshooting. German telecom operator Deutsche Telekom and Google Cloud today announced a new partnership to improve Radio Access Network (RAN) operations through the development of a network AI agent. Built using Gemini 2.0 in Vertex AI from Google Cloud, the RAN Guardian agent can analyse network behaviour, detect performance issues, and implement corrective actions to improve network reliability, reduce operational costs, and enhance customer experiences, Telekom said on February 25. Also Read: Deutsche Telekom Deploys Drone-Based Mobile Network for Temporary Coverage As telecom network becomes complex, Deutsche Telekom says traditional rule-based automation falls short in addressing real-time challenges. Agentic AI leverages large language models (LLMs) and advanced reasoning frameworks to create intelligent agents that can think, reason, act, and learn independently. Deutsche Telekom said it has already tested and verified the RAN Guardian, which collaborates in a human-like manner to identify network anomalies and execute self-healing actions that optimize RAN performance. "Traditional network management approaches are no longer sufficient to meet the demands of 5G and beyond. We are pioneering AI agents for networks, working with key partners like Google Cloud to unlock a new level of intelligence and automation in RAN operations as a step towards autonomous, self-healing networks" said Abdu Mudesir, Group CTO of Deutsche Telekom. Also Read: Deutsche Telekom Turns Anonymised Network Data into Music with AI The AI-driven solution is powered by Google Cloud's AI infrastructure, integrating services like CloudRun, BigQuery, and Firestore to deliver its functionalities. The RAN Guardian is designed to deliver three core functionalities that enhance network performance and resilience. First, it enables autonomous RAN performance monitoring by continuously analyzing key network parameters in real-time, allowing it to predict and detect anomalies before they impact service quality. Second, it provides AI-driven issue classification and routing, where the system can identify and prioritize network degradations based on multiple data sources, including network monitoring data, inventory data, performance data, and coverage data. Lastly, it supports proactive network optimization, where the AI agent can recommend or autonomously implement corrective actions such as resource reallocation and configuration adjustments. Also Read: Deutsche Telekom Launches Open-Source AI Model for European Languages "By combining Deutsche Telekom's deep telecom expertise with Google Cloud's cutting-edge AI capabilities, we're building the next generation of intelligent networks," said Angelo Libertucci, Global Industry Lead, Telecommunications, Google Cloud. "This means fewer disruptions, faster speeds, and an overall enhanced mobile experience for Deutsche Telekom's customers."

Deutsche Telekom taps Google Cloud for AI-driven network automation

Deutsche Telekom and Google Cloud have announced a partnership to develop an AI agent designed to improve Radio Access Network (RAN) operations. The "RAN Guardian" agent, built using Google Cloud's Gemini 2.0 in Vertex AI, will analyze network behavior, detect performance issues, and implement corrective actions. The collaboration aims to address the increasing complexity of telecom networks, where traditional rule-based automation is becoming insufficient. Agentic AI, leveraging large language models (LLMs) and advanced reasoning, allows for the creation of intelligent agents capable of independent thought, action, and learning. "Traditional network management approaches are no longer sufficient to meet the demands of 5G and beyond," said Abdu Mudesir, Group CTO, Deutsche Telekom. "We are pioneering AI agents for networks, working with key partners like Google Cloud, to unlock a new level of intelligence and automation in RAN operations as a step towards autonomous, self-healing networks." The RAN Guardian agent is designed to collaborate in a human-like manner, detecting anomalies and executing self-healing actions to optimize RAN performance. This is intended to lead to improved network reliability, reduced operational costs, and enhanced customer experiences. In addition to Gemini in Vertex AI, the RAN Guardian agent also uses CloudRun, BigQuery, and Firestore. Google says that these tools deliver a range of funtionalities: "By combining Deutsche Telekom's deep telecom expertise with Google Cloud's cutting-edge AI capabilities, we're building the next generation of intelligent networks," said Angelo Libertucci, global industry lead, Telecommunications, Google Cloud. He added that the partnership aims for fewer disruptions, faster speeds, and an enhanced mobile experience for customers. and Google Cloud will showcase the RAN Guardian agent at Mobile World Congress (MWC). Abdu Mudesir and Google Cloud's Muninder Sambi will present on how agents are shaping network operations at the Deutsche Telekom booth (#3M31, Hall 3) on March 3rd, from 13:30-14:00.