At NTT, we believe photonics unlocks an intelligent, power-optimized future.
We showcase IOWN, which features photonics-electronics convergence technology, and optical quantum computers, alongside AI-enabled services and digital infrastructure, to reduce energy use.
Akira Shimada
Representative Member of the Board, President and CEO, NTT, Inc.
Akira Shimada, President and CEO of NTT, Inc.; Yutaka Sasaki, President and CEO of NTT DATA Group; and Yoshiaki Maeda, President and CEO of NTT DOCOMO, Inc., share their perspectives on the technologies shaping the next era of innovation from MWC Barcelona. They bring together their insights on innovation, collaboration, and how NTT is shaping the future of technology.
At MWC, industry transformation takes center stage as Alonso Fernandez, Global Co-Lead Product Industries at NTT DATA Inc., explains how AI, photonics and next-generation connectivity are reshaping supply chains and smart factories. The result is greater resilience, efficiency and agility across the entire value chain.
Masahisa Kawashima, IOWN Technology Director, IOWN Development Office, at NTT, Inc. shares how IOWN connects enterprise R&D sites to remote AI data centers through photonic networks, enabling high-performance AI training while sensitive data remains protected on site. A new model for secure, distributed AI at scale.
Teodoro López, Executive VP, Telecom & Media at NTT DATA, Inc., talks about how NTT DATA leadership outlines the three forces reshaping telecom: monetization pressure, AI and automation at scale, and the move beyond connectivity. The discussion highlights how telcos are modernizing platforms, embedding AI across operations, and launching new digital services, backed by the strength of NTT.
NTT, NTT DOCOMO and NTT DATA Group unified our capabilities to define what the next era of digital infrastructure demands. From photonics and AI-ready infrastructure to advanced networks and intelligent services, we demonstrated how organizations can rely on a strategic partner to design, build and operate the foundations of long-term value creation.
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At MWC 2026, NTT demonstrated how photonics is reshaping AI infrastructure, delivering higher performance, lower power consumption and scalable innovation for the future.
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NTT reveals how photonics is powering the next era of AI and digital infrastructure. Discover how high-performance, low-power innovation is enabling immersive technologies, intelligent systems, and sustainable growth.
MWC brings the world’s technology ecosystem together in one place. Follow Vito Mabrucco, Brand Evangelist at NTT, Inc., to our booth, where we showcased how these innovations come together. Through IOWN, All-Photonics Networks, and optical quantum computing, we’re redefining the infrastructure needed to power the AI era.
At MWC, NTT DOCOMO outlined its vision for an AI-centric 6G network where computing and connectivity converge. Enabled by photonic technologies and IOWN, 6G will support advanced robotics, intelligent wearables and real-time applications at unprecedented scale, creating new value for society in the years ahead.
AI-powered services and solutions that support people’s daily lives and business activities.
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Industry‑focused digital solutions, remote robot operation using MEC platform, and enterprise AI agents showcase practical operational efficiency gains and broader business transformation.
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A consumer AI agent personalized assistance that enhances everyday convenience through intuitive, context‑aware support.
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AI and IOWN technologies enable real‑time 3D and AR delivery of live events, immersive entertainment experiences that elevate audience engagement and content value.
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AI‑driven sustainability use cases highlight improved resource efficiency, emissions reduction, and data‑based optimization that support environmentally responsible corporate and societal operations.
Digital infrastructure that supports the future expansion of AI utilization, as well as AI initiatives within digital infrastructure.
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Photonics‑electronics convergence and precise resource control reduce data‑center power use, while GPU over APN enables low‑latency distributed GPU sharing for AI workloads.
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Development of compact, scalable, energy‑efficient optical quantum computers aims to deliver high‑speed, reliable computing capabilities with lower capital requirements.
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AI‑driven mobile network automation, 6G human‑AI‑robot coexistence concepts, and autonomous recovery agents demonstrate future‑ready, resilient network operations.
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AI‑based incident‑response technology uses tacit knowledge to strengthen analysis, decision‑making, and corporate resilience across complex cybersecurity environments.
The IOWN Global Forum is driving the shift from electronics to photonics for more efficient network infrastructure. As a founding member, NTT plays a key role in advancing these technologies to support AI and data-intensive workloads.
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The three organizations demonstrate real-time AR assistance by integrating three newly proposed technologies on a 6G/IOWN platform, aiming to enable the widespread use of AI agents for safety and security. The trial confirmed that optimizing transmission and computing effectively addresses infrastructure challenges in handling high-volume AI data.
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At the Transatel booth, NTT will showcase global IoT and eSIM connectivity through Transatel, an NTT company powering connected vehicles, devices, and travelers worldwide.
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The Airport of the Future will showcase a live Motional Digital Twin, powered by Outsight’s Spatial AI, using 3D LiDAR to track passenger flow in real time. It demonstrates how airports are using digital twins to improve safety and operational efficiency.
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At CircuitX, advanced connectivity is transforming motorsport through 5G, AI, drones, and immersive technologies. NTT DATA will showcase AI-driven applications enhancing race operations, safety, and the digital fan experience.
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