MWC Barcelona 2025


Audrey Bienvenu
Eurescom GmbH

Projects at a glance

At Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2025 in Barcelona, the future of wireless technology and connectivity took center stage. Several pioneering projects under the Smart Networks and Services Joint Undertaking (SNS JU) made a significant impact, showcasing how Europe is shaping the next era of communication through innovation, collaboration, and groundbreaking research.

OPTI-6G Presence at MWC 2025 Through Consortium Partner RunEL


RunEL Co-founder Israel Koffman provided a dynamic platform for presenting OPTI-6G

From March 3–6, 2025, the OPTI-6G Project made a strong debut at MWC Barcelona, represented by its consortium partner, RunEL. Co-founder Israel Koffman led the project’s presence at Hall 8.0, Stand 8.0B31.7A, where industry leaders, researchers, and innovators gathered to explore the future of 6G networks.

Key Highlights:

  • 6G Innovation Showcase: Presentation of cutting-edge advancements in next-generation wireless networks.
  • Industry Engagement: Building bridges with global leaders to shape future smart connectivity.
  • Collaborative Research Insights: Sharing innovative approaches fueling 6G development.
  • SNS JU Synergy: Engaging with over 80 projects defining the 6G landscape through SNS JU collaboration.

As part of a broader effort, OPTI-6G’s participation strengthened Europe’s leadership in future network technologies and highlighted the project’s role in advancing the smart connectivity ecosystem.

CENTRIC at MWC 2025: Showcasing the Future of AI-Enabled Wireless Sensing

The CENTRIC project also made headlines at MWC 2025, where partners InterDigital and Keysight Technologies unveiled revolutionary AI-powered wireless sensing technologies.

Live Demonstrations at Hall 5C51 included:

  • AR/VR Immersive Experiences: Enhanced by AI-driven sensing accuracy.
  • Intruder Detection: For smart home and security system integration.
  • eHealth Monitoring: Non-intrusive, real-time health tracking using RF signals.
  • Autonomous Vehicle Integration: Smarter, safer transportation networks.

Using a radio frequency digital twin, the demo illustrated how AI can interpret channel state information (CSI) to detect human movement in complex environments — a major leap forward for wireless sensing.

This innovation stems from research within both CENTRIC and 6G-SANDBOX, two SNS JU-supported initiatives at the forefront of merging AI with next-generation networks. The CENTRIC showcase captured how AI-enhanced sensing will be pivotal for future 6G applications, offering a glimpse into the smarter, more adaptive networks of tomorrow.


“AI is set to transform the wireless industry, and our partnership through CENTRIC and 6G-SANDBOX enables us to explore groundbreaking applications and smarter connectivity solutions.” — Michael Dieudonné, R&D Manager at Keysight


Left to right: Carles Navarro Manchón (Keysight Technologies), Phillip Leithead (InterDigital, Inc), Philip Pietraski (InterDigital, Inc), Michael Dieudonne (Keysight Technologies) & Douglas Castor (InterDigital, Inc).

SNS ICE Booth – Fostering Global 6G Collaboration

The SNS ICE (Smart Networks and Services International and European Cooperation Ecosystem) initiative had a strong presence at Booth No. 4 at MWC 2025.

                           
Carles Anton-Haro (CTTC) at the SNS ICE booth at the MWC 2025

The SNS ICE project is dedicated to:

  • Fostering European and international synergies in the evolving 6G ecosystem.
  • Promoting SNS JU activities and achievements on a global stage.
  • Establishing strategic dialogues with national initiatives, Horizon Europe partnerships, and global R&D clusters.
  • Engaging vertical industries to accelerate adoption of tailored 6G applications.

Throughout its mission, SNS ICE has actively monitored global standardization efforts, organized influential workshops, and participated in key events like Techritory and EuCNC, ensuring that European research remains at the forefront of global 6G discussions.

At MWC 2025, visitors could meet the SNS ICE team, learn about Europe’s growing leadership in next-generation networks, and engage in conversations shaping the future of global connectivity.

MWC Barcelona 2025 marked an important chapter for the European 6G research community. Projects like OPTI-6G, CENTRIC and SNS ICE exemplify Europe’s commitment to driving innovation, fostering collaboration, and building a smarter, more connected future.

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