Telus Corp. is partnering with Samsung to deploy what it calls Canada’s first commercial radio access network intelligent controller, a software platform that will help eventually deliver networks fully powered by artificial intelligence.

Samsung said its technology will enable automation, enhanced energy efficiency and optimized performance across Telus’ wireless network.

Telus said this will enable it to use AI “throughout network operations and management.”

“What it’ll allow Telus ultimately to do is basically run a more robust, high-performing network, reduce their energy consumption and also allow them to automate certain tasks,” Stephen Wiktorski, head of networks at Samsung Canada, said in an interview.

He said Telus is one of the first companies worldwide to announce such a mov

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