China advances AI Agents and 5G-A networks for smarter future

Chinese technology developers are mapping out the future with artificial intelligence agents, supported by faster 5G-advanced (5G-A) networks, to streamline activities for daily life and businesses.

AI Agents: The Next Frontier

At the Mobile World Congress in Shanghai, experts highlighted AI Agents—software programs that use AI to perform tasks independently with minimal human oversight. Dominic Wallace, a senior PR manager at Huawei Technologies, explained that these agents build personal memory models to learn user habits and preferences, continuously improving services.

• Personalized Experiences: AI Agents analyze data to create ecosystems tailored to individual users.
• Business Optimization: The technology can also enhance infrastructure and business operations.

5G-A Networks: Powering AI

While AI Agents are still conceptual, 5G-A networks—offering enhanced speed and latency—are being piloted to support AI technologies. Over 300 Chinese cities already have 5G-A, with 10 million users nationwide.

Key Applications:

1. Smart Homes: AI Agents integrate devices for seamless user experiences.
2. Automated Vehicles: Showcased at the conference, these include transformable vans and delivery robots.
3. Healthcare and Education: AI enables cancer detection and personalized learning programs.

Future Prospects

David Wang of Huawei noted three transformative impacts of mobile AI:

1. AI Agents will replace apps, improving life and work.
2. AI-IoT convergence will diversify capabilities.
3. Personalized Services: From travel assistants to expense management, AI will handle tasks autonomously.

Drones and Robots

• Food Delivery Drones: Already in use, these will be enhanced by AI for precision drops.
• Humanoid Robots: Leju Robot’s CEO emphasized the need for intelligent connectivity beyond stability.