Madrid: Mavenir Systems Limited has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Telef³nica, S.A. to establish a joint artificial intelligence (AI) Innovation Hub aimed at accelerating the integration of AI into the evolution of core networks.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, the collaborative hub will serve as a real-world testbed for developing, validating, and optimising advanced capabilities. The focus will be on AI-driven autonomous network orchestration and next-generation, intent-based services. By emulating production-grade traffic patterns in a controlled environment, both companies aim to test and refine solutions ahead of large-scale commercial deployment.

Mavenir President and Chief Executive Officer, Pardeep Kohli, highlighted that the collaboration leverages Mavenir's experience in delivering core, voice, and messaging platforms across Telef³nica's operating companies. 'By exposing these network capabilities through open interfaces, we enable AI to turn the network into a programmable service platform, creating a unique opportunity for Telef³nica to operationalise AI, launch new digital and enterprise services faster, and unlock new revenue streams,' he stated.

The initiative represents a step towards more intelligent, autonomous, and self-optimising telecommunications networks. It aligns with both companies' shared vision to embed cloud-native intelligence across network layers. The collaboration will champion practices in AI, data security, and regulatory compliance, while driving joint marketing initiatives, technical thought leadership, and active participation in global industry forums.