ZTE will participate in MWC Barcelona 2026 from March 2 to 5 under the theme “Creating an Intelligent Future,” reinforcing its “All in AI, AI for All” strategy.
ZTE will spotlight its upgraded “Connectivity + Computing” strategy, unveiling AI-driven innovations across networks, cloud, smart home, and intelligent devices.
The company’s showcase reflects its commitment to building an open, secure, and inclusive digital ecosystem powered by AI-native architecture, low-carbon computing infrastructure, and next-generation smart terminals.
Full-Scenario AI Portfolio Across Four Core Domains
At MWC Barcelona 2026, ZTE will demonstrate the deep convergence of AI and ICT across four key domains: AI Agentic Connectivity, AI Cloud, AI Home, and Smart Personal Devices. The portfolio spans the entire value chain, from infrastructure and architecture design to applications and commercial deployment.
AI Agentic Connectivity: Driving Autonomous and Monetizable Networks
For mobile networks, ZTE’s AI-native architecture fuels ultra-efficient infrastructure and pioneers the L4 autonomous network paradigm. The company aims to unlock new monetization opportunities by integrating Connectivity + AI into network operations and services.
In optical networks, ZTE is partnering with global operators on a three-stage evolution path – from fiberization to all-optical networks and ultimately AI optical networks. This transition is anchored in TCO-optimized deployment to accelerate fiber rollouts, enhance user experience, and steadily increase ARPU. The AI optical phase introduces ultra-broadband, ultra-sensing, and ultra-intelligent capabilities to elevate commercial value.
ZTE’s HI-NET solution leverages advanced technologies such as C+L full-band integrated 1.6Tbps and embedded AI computing power, creating a high-performance foundation for the connected intelligence era. In campus networking, the company has introduced the industry’s first 5-in-1 50G PON integrated service gateway and enterprise-grade FTTR gateways, combining optical connectivity, video security, computing, and storage into a unified platform. These innovations enable operators to expand beyond fiber provision into comprehensive enterprise intelligent network services.
To address complex operations and maintenance challenges, ZTE offers the TMF-certified AIR Net autonomous network solution. Built on an open, layered architecture with agent-based full-stack intelligence, AIR Net helps operators reduce OpEx while driving new revenue streams. High-level autonomous network deployments with multiple operators have already delivered measurable business outcomes.
AI Cloud: Elastic Data Centers and Intelligent Computing Infrastructure
AI Cloud serves as the foundation of ZTE’s digital intelligence strategy. The Elastic AIDC solution for data centers features modular architecture that reduces construction time by 40 percent compared to traditional models. With cold-plate and immersion cooling technologies alongside an 800V HVDC power system, overall energy efficiency improves by 25 percent. Safe high-voltage lithium-ion batteries further enhance reliability and sustainability.
ZTE’s computing infrastructure strategy emphasizes computing-network co-design and software-hardware co-optimization to deliver intelligent computing across all scenarios with optimal TCO. For enterprises, ZTE has developed the Co-Claw AI agent platform, integrating intelligent automation into office workflows, research and development, and operations to improve efficiency and productivity.
The company promotes sustainable digital transformation in sectors such as education and healthcare, supporting inclusive AI adoption. With operations in more than 160 countries and regions, ZTE combines global delivery capabilities with localized expertise to build a collaborative computing ecosystem.
AI Home: Redefining Smart Living with Next-Generation Architecture
ZTE continues to lead in the smart home terminal market, with annual shipments exceeding 100 million units and global leadership in CPE, IP STB, Wi-Fi 7 terminals, FWA, and MBB devices. In the AI era, the company introduces a new architecture centered on “Connectivity as the Base, Screen as the Medium, and AI as the Core.”
Key innovations include the first commercial Wi-Fi 8 CPE enabling real 10G connectivity, an AI-powered smart display with Dual Brains and Dual Screens, and a cloud PC lineup covering multiple screen sizes. ZTE has also introduced a terminal-cloud integrated management platform that enables end-to-end intelligent orchestration from connectivity to scenario-based services.
AI-Native Smartphones and Gaming Innovation
Positioning itself as an AI-Native Phone Pioneer, ZTE integrates AI across hardware, software, and ecosystem layers to transform smartphones into intelligent, agentic companions. In gaming and e-sports, the company is strengthening its youth-focused technology brand with the REDMAGIC and nubia Neo series.
Its 5G FWA and MBB devices have maintained the number one global market share for five consecutive years, delivering secure and energy-efficient connectivity across personal, vehicle, and home scenarios under the “5G for All” initiative.
Eight Breakthrough Innovations at MWC Barcelona 2026
ZTE will unveil eight major breakthroughs at the event, demonstrating progress in core technology R&D and commercialization:
AIR MAX: A 10-block AI stack supporting AI-native infrastructure, L4 autonomous operations, and a monetization engine to reshape mobile networks.
GigaMIMO: The world’s first 6G prototype in the U6G band with over 2000 antenna elements, achieving up to 10x capacity compared to 5G-Advanced and showcasing AI-driven immersive services.
200G PON: The industry’s first multi-ONU burst-mode 200G-PON prototype supporting upstream transmission up to 200 Gbps.
SuperPOD: Featuring an Orthogonal Electrical eXchange architecture with zero cable design, supporting up to 128 GPUs per rack with flexible scale-up and scale-out networking.
Co-Sight AI Agent Studio: Industrial-grade intelligent agent development platform ranking first in GAIA and HLE evaluations.
Wi-Fi 8 Mesh: The industry’s first Wi-Fi 8 Mesh solution for ultra-stable high-speed connectivity.
AI Mid-Screen: The world’s first AI mid-screen integrating entertainment, communication, security, and smart control.
nubia M153 with Doubao AI Assistant: Delivering seamless cross-app task execution, launched in China last December.
Industry Engagement and Thought Leadership
During the event, ZTE will host the AI New Species Release, nubia NEO and REDMAGIC product launches, the AIR MAX for Future Network launch event, and multiple joint customer announcements. The company will also participate in thematic forums organized by the GSMA, sharing insights on Corporate Innovation, Intelligent Infrastructure, Connect AI, Tech4ALL, and Game Changer initiatives.
