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INDONESIA has taken a major step towards digital sovereignty with the launch of its first AI-RAN research centre, a collaboration between Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison( Indosat), Nokia and Nvidia.
The facility, the first of its kind in Asia for the Nokia-Nvidia partnership, is expected to accelerate AI-driven solutions across sectors, including agriculture, education and healthcare.
Designed as a hub for engineers, researchers, and future digital leaders, the centre combines Nokia ' s advanced RAN technologies, Nvidia ' s accelerated computing platforms, and Indosat ' s 5G network to create a single, highperformance AI and software-defined RAN infrastructure.
Leveraging Nvidia ' s Aerial RAN Computer 1( ARC-1), the facility also extends Indosat ' s sovereign AI Factory into an " AI Grid " that connects datacentres and 5G nodes, delivering intelligence closer to users.
The AI-RAN Research Centre delivers a concrete leap forward in
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Indonesia ' s digital sovereignty. This partnership signals that Indonesia is committed to inventing, not just adopting, AI technologies.
' This supports the Indonesia Emas 2045 vision by building an inclusive, secure, and competitive AI ecosystem,' said Nezar Patria, vice minister of communication and digital affairs.
Adding to that, Vikram Sinha, president director and Chief Executive Officer( CEO) of Indosat, said: " As Indonesia accelerates its digital transformation, the AI-RAN Research Centre reflects Indosat ' s larger purpose of empowering Indonesia. When connectivity meets compute, it creates intelligence, delivered at the edge, in a sovereign manner.
This is how AI unlocks real impact, from personalised tutors for children in rural areas to precision farming powered by drones. Together with Nokia and Nvidia, we ' re building the foundation for AI-driven growth that strengthens Indonesia ' s digital future."
AI-RAN architectures boost network
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performance, scalability, and energy efficiency with machine-learning – based radio signal processing.
Ronnie Vasishta, senior vice president of telecom at Nvidia, added: " The AI Grid is the biggest opportunity for telecom providers to make AI as ubiquitous as connectivity and distribute intelligence at scale by tapping into their nationwide wireless networks."
Pallavi Mahajan, chief technology and AI officer at Nokia, further explained: " This initiative represents a major milestone in our journey toward the future of AI-native networks by
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SMARTER CONNECTIVITY: Officials highlight the initiative as a foundation for inclusive, secure, and globally competitive AI ecosystems that can drive sustainable growth nationwide.
bringing AI-powered intelligence into the hands of every Indonesian."
The AI-RAN Research Centre cements Indonesia ' s role in AI-driven networks. By linking 5G infrastructure, AI, and homegrown innovation, the initiative ensures real impact across sectors such as education, healthcare, and agriculture. @ ND
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