Verizon and Nvidia Join Forces for Private 5G Mobile Edge in Japan

Verizon Business Japan has teamed up with Nvidia to leverage Verizon’s private 5G network and Mobile Edge Computing (MEC) combined with Nvidia AI technology to enable diverse AI applications. This collaboration integrates Verizon’s private 5G network and MEC with Nvidia’s AI Enterprise software platform and NIM microservices, delivering robust real-time AI services for enterprises. Demonstrations of this innovative solution are scheduled to begin in early 2025.

The AI-powered private 5G platform, co-developed by Verizon and Nvidia, offers plug-and-play infrastructure to accelerate innovation by third-party developers. Designed to support the evolving needs of AI computing and connectivity, the platform features multi-tenancy capabilities for diverse use cases, modular expansion for tailored solutions, and deployment flexibility, allowing services to be delivered remotely or at customer sites equipped with private networks.

Advanced Capabilities for AI Applications

Verizon’s private 5G network underpins the platform, providing ultra-low latency crucial for real-time AI processing at the edge. This is particularly vital for applications such as robotics and augmented reality. The network ensures dedicated bandwidth and high reliability, optimizing performance for data-intensive AI workloads while enhancing security and control—key for enterprises managing sensitive AI operations.

Localized Processing for Enhanced Efficiency

The private 5G solution enables customers to execute AI workloads directly at the edge using Mobile Edge Compute. By keeping compute-intensive applications local and avoiding the internet, the platform supports faster processing, improved inference capabilities, and quicker decision-making. This localized approach ensures seamless integration of AI-driven solutions into enterprise workflows.

Shaping the Future of AI and Connectivity

This partnership between Verizon and Nvidia sets a new benchmark for combining private 5G networks with advanced AI technologies. The innovative platform is poised to revolutionize enterprise capabilities, fostering rapid development of AI applications and providing unmatched connectivity and processing efficiency for businesses in Japan and beyond.

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