#  @SoftBank_RIAT SoftBank Research Institute of Advanced Technology SoftBank Research Institute of Advanced Technology posts on X about $9434t, ai, we are, future the most. They currently have [---] followers and [--] posts still getting attention that total [--] engagements in the last [--] hours. ### Engagements: [--] [#](/creator/twitter::1950484755579011072/interactions)  - [--] Week [---] +343% - [--] Month [-----] -87% - [--] Months [----------] +10,725,598% ### Mentions: [--] [#](/creator/twitter::1950484755579011072/posts_active)  - [--] Week [--] +75% - [--] Month [--] -21% - [--] Months [--] +5,300% ### Followers: [---] [#](/creator/twitter::1950484755579011072/followers)  - [--] Week [---] +3.40% - [--] Month [---] +2.50% - [--] Months [---] +215% ### CreatorRank: [---------] [#](/creator/twitter::1950484755579011072/influencer_rank)  ### Social Influence **Social category influence** [countries](/list/countries) 11.9% [technology brands](/list/technology-brands) 9.52% [stocks](/list/stocks) 7.14% [travel destinations](/list/travel-destinations) 2.38% [finance](/list/finance) 2.38% **Social topic influence** [$9434t](/topic/$9434t) #95, [ai](/topic/ai) 35.71%, [we are](/topic/we-are) 9.52%, [future](/topic/future) 9.52%, [$6506t](/topic/$6506t) 7.14%, [hosted](/topic/hosted) 7.14%, [japan](/topic/japan) 4.76%, [attention](/topic/attention) 4.76%, [chair](/topic/chair) 2.38%, [share](/topic/share) 2.38% **Top accounts mentioned or mentioned by** [@samsung](/creator/undefined) [@chumathebard](/creator/undefined) [@qunasys_en](/creator/undefined) [@qunasys](/creator/undefined) **Top assets mentioned** [Advanced Micro Devices (AMD)](/topic/advanced-micro-devices) [Nokia Corporation (NOK)](/topic/$nok) ### Top Social Posts Top posts by engagements in the last [--] hours "" : " Alex Choi Principal Fellow at our Research Institute and Chair of the AI-RAN Alliance will deliver a keynote titled Creating Synergy Between AI-RAN and Open RAN. Please register and join via the following site: 📍Location: Digital Catapult - Auditorium [---] Euston Road London NW1 2RA 🗓Date/Time: Feb [--] 9:00 14:30 #SoftBank # #AIRAN #OpenRAN #AIRANAlliance https://digitalcatapult.my.salesforce-sites.com/events/event/home/ainative https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021022833615503825 https://digitalcatapult.my.salesforce-sites.com/events/event/home/ainative" [X Link](https://x.com/SoftBank_RIAT/status/2021022833615503825) 2026-02-10T00:46Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "- We are pleased to share the signing of an MOU with Yaskawa Electric Corporation to collaborate on the social implementation of Physical AI leveraging SoftBanks AI-RAN initiative and Yaskawas AI robotics. 👇 Read the full press release here. EN JP #SoftBank #AIRAN #PhysicalAI #YaskawaElectricCorporation #MOU https://www.softbank.jp/corp/technology/research/topics/177/adid=x_jp_topic177 https://www.softbank.jp/en/corp/technology/research/topics/177/adid=x_en_topic177 https://www.softbank.jp/corp/technology/research/topics/177/adid=x_jp_topic177" [X Link](https://x.com/SoftBank_RIAT/status/1995376778366611535) 2025-12-01T06:17Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "🎉 At the International Robot Exhibition [----] (iREX) held from Dec. [--] we showcased a demo of the Physical AI Robot jointly developed by Yaskawa Electric and SoftBank. In this collaboration our team was responsible for developing the MEC environment powered by AI-RAN as well as the AI components running on MEC. By integrating Yaskawa Electrics highly capable industrial robot with next-generation building systems we demonstrated a new use case for Physical AI robots in office environments. More details can be found in our press release: 🎉iREX 12/3-62025iREXAI AI-RANMECMECAIAI AI AI-RAN" [X Link](https://x.com/SoftBank_RIAT/status/1999001545409761576) 2025-12-11T06:21Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "By clarifying both the limitations and the potential of quantum computing this white paper presents a realistic technological pathway and a framework for evaluation toward industrial deployment. Click here to download our latest white paper👇 #SoftBank # #QuantumTechnology #WhitePaper https://www.softbank.jp/en/corp/technology/research/topics/183/adid=x_en_topic183 https://www.softbank.jp/en/corp/technology/research/topics/183/adid=x_en_topic183" [X Link](https://x.com/SoftBank_RIAT/status/2019288971982012661) 2026-02-05T05:56Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "📢 Activators Talk [--] AI Activators Activators Talk 9AI 🤖 LTMLarge Telecom ModelAI 🌍 AI 📝 AI 👉 #SoftBank # # #RIAT #AI #AIRAN # #ActivatorsTalk https://www.softbank.jp/corp/technology/research/topics/184/adid=x_blog184 https://www.softbank.jp/corp/technology/research/topics/184/adid=x_blog184" [X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/2019576719410389150) 2026-02-06T00:59Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "2/2021:00BS AI-RANAI #SoftBank # #AIRAN # #AI https://www.bs-tvtokyo.co.jp/marcopolo_miraichizu/ https://www.youtube.com/watchv=4vnEPZv7eJk https://www.bs-tvtokyo.co.jp/marcopolo_miraichizu/ https://www.youtube.com/watchv=4vnEPZv7eJk" [X Link](https://x.com/SoftBank_RIAT/status/2022243593381920892) 2026-02-13T09:36Z [---] followers, [---] engagements ": . We have started a joint validation effort in collaboration with Advanced Micro Devices Inc. to leverage AMD Instinct GPUs as computing resources for next-generation AI infrastructure. For details please see the press release below.👇 #SoftBank # #AIRAN #AI #AMD #GPU https://www.softbank.jp/en/corp/technology/research/topics/186/adid=x_en_topic186 https://www.softbank.jp/en/corp/technology/research/topics/186/adid=x_en_topic186" [X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/2023262169870237911) 2026-02-16T05:04Z [--] followers, [--] engagements "We've reduced HAPS solar module weight from 665g/ to 598.9g/ A big step toward our target: under 500g/. This brings us closer to next-gen connectivity via HAPS. Learn more 👇 #HAPS #SoftBank https://www.softbank.jp/en/corp/technology/research/story-event/030/adid=X_blog030 https://www.softbank.jp/en/corp/technology/research/story-event/030/adid=X_blog030" [X Link](https://x.com/SoftBank_RIAT/status/1953617455445946523) 2025-08-08T00:41Z [--] followers, [---] engagements "Advancing AI-RAN with Transformer We developed a new architecture applying Transformer to AI-RAN boosting 5G wireless signal processing and achieving 30% faster speeds. AI-driven networks are shaping the future of connectivity. Learn more #AIRAN https://www.softbank.jp/en/corp/technology/research/news/084/adid=x_news084 https://www.softbank.jp/en/corp/technology/research/news/084/adid=x_news084" [X Link](https://x.com/SoftBank_RIAT/status/1958383660933198070) 2025-08-21T04:20Z [--] followers, [---] engagements "🌟 Were excited to share the story of Roshni Gundavelli a U.S. student who spent two-months at the SoftBank Research Institute of Advanced Technology in Japan. She reflects on working with a tech team and gaining new perspectives in a different culture. https://www.softbank.jp/en/corp/technology/research/story-event/085/adid=x_blog085 https://www.softbank.jp/en/corp/technology/research/story-event/085/adid=x_blog085" [X Link](https://x.com/SoftBank_RIAT/status/1958797682350207401) 2025-08-22T07:45Z [--] followers, [---] engagements "30% 5G throughput improvement with AI-RAN enhanced by Transformer Preprint research paper now available. 👇 Press Release: #SoftBank #Transformer #5G #AIRAN https://www.softbank.jp/en/corp/news/press/sbkk/2025/20250821_02/ https://arxiv.org/abs/2508.17960 https://www.softbank.jp/en/corp/news/press/sbkk/2025/20250821_02/ https://arxiv.org/abs/2508.17960" [X Link](https://x.com/SoftBank_RIAT/status/1961003973932183963) 2025-08-28T09:52Z [--] followers, [--] engagements "The Brain Processing Unit (BPU) Project: Talk & Exhibition at ACT Festival [----] Since [----] SoftBank Research Institute of Advanced Technology has been working on a collaborative project with artist Daito Manabe and Laboratory of Yoshiho Ikeuchi at the Institute of Industrial Science the University of Tokyo to research the Brain Processing Unit (BPU) which is made from brain organoids. On September [--] [----] at ACT Festival [----] in Korea Daito Manabe will give a talk and exhibition on the Brain Processing Unit as a work that turns brain activity into art. 👉 A white paper explains the concept of" [X Link](https://x.com/SoftBank_RIAT/status/1963151528119935203) 2025-09-03T08:06Z [--] followers, [---] engagements "✨ Interested in quantum computing In our latest blog we introduce Qiskit IBMs open-source framework that makes it easy for anyone to try quantum computing hands-on. We walk through its key features and show how beginners can start exploring the quantum world step by step. Read more here 👇 #SoftBank #RIAT #Qiskit #QuantumComputing #Python #OpenSource https://www.softbank.jp/en/corp/technology/research/story-event/086/adid=x_blog086 https://www.softbank.jp/en/corp/technology/research/story-event/086/adid=x_blog086" [X Link](https://x.com/SoftBank_RIAT/status/1964923809137565960) 2025-09-08T05:28Z [--] followers, [---] engagements "- SoftBank has developed a new AI architecture using Transformer models to enhance wireless signal processing achieving 30% improvement in 5G throughput. This marks a major step in bringing AI-RAN from concept to real-world operations In this webinar well share how this breakthrough was achieved and how AI is transforming the way we connect shaping the next era of communication and society. 👉 Register here: 📅 Date & Time Oct [--] [----] Wednesday 11:00 am (ET) #SoftBank #AI #RAN #AIRAN #AIforRAN #5G #Innovation #FutureOfConnectivity https://www.fierce-network.com/premium/webinar/1408878" [X Link](https://x.com/SoftBank_RIAT/status/1968227419271417915) 2025-09-17T08:15Z [--] followers, [---] engagements "📢 - - - On Oct [--] [----] 11:00 am (ET) SoftBank hosted a webinar titled: "AI-Native Mobile RAN Signal Processing - A Transformer-based Approach. In this webinar our researchers introduced a breakthrough AI architecture based on Transformer models to enhance wireless signal processing. Please watch the archived webinar via the following registration link: #SoftBank #AIRAN #Transformer https://www.fierce-network.com/premium/webinar/1408878 https://www.fierce-network.com/premium/webinar/1408878" [X Link](https://x.com/SoftBank_RIAT/status/1973681628183679201) 2025-10-02T09:29Z [--] followers, [--] engagements ": : 🗓 November [--] 14:00 - 15:00 GMT Dont miss this session featuring Mauro Goncalves Filho SVP AI-RAN at SoftBank Telecom America Corp. as he discusses the role of AI in 5G networks and RAN (Radio Access Networks). Learn more: 👉 #SoftBank #AI #5G #RAN #MobileWorldLive https://www.mobileworldlive.com/ai-cloud/unwrapped-keynote-interviews-ai-the-art-of-the-possible/ https://www.mobileworldlive.com/ai-cloud/unwrapped-keynote-interviews-ai-the-art-of-the-possible/" [X Link](https://x.com/SoftBank_RIAT/status/1981244331970482641) 2025-10-23T06:20Z [--] followers, [--] engagements "🌐🤝 . - SoftBank Corp. (SoftBank) and @Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. (Samsung) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in October [----] to collaborate in the field of AI-RAN. Under this agreement the two companies will jointly define and promote research and development in four key areas 6G AI for RAN AI and RAN and Large Telecom Model aiming to accelerate innovation and realize the next generation of network infrastructure. This collaboration marks another important step toward the evolution of intelligent AI-driven networks that will shape the future of communication. 👇 Read the" [X Link](https://x.com/SoftBank_RIAT/status/1981517869784715509) 2025-10-24T00:27Z [--] followers, [--] engagements "SoftBank is excited to be part of the Telecom Pavilion at #NVIDIAGTC Washington D.C. October [----]. Visit us at booth [---] to see where well showcase our cutting-edge research and innovations driving the next generation of AI and telecommunications. We hope to see you there: 🔗 #SoftBank #ResearchInstituteofAdvancedTechnology #RIAT #AI #6G #AIRAN #NVIDIA #GPU #Telecom #Innovation https://www.nvidia.com/gtc/dc/ https://www.nvidia.com/gtc/dc/" [X Link](https://x.com/SoftBank_RIAT/status/1982991102438445515) 2025-10-28T02:01Z [--] followers, [--] engagements "💡 SoftBank evolves its Large Telecom Model into a Japan-developed generative AI foundation powered by homegrown LLM Sarashina 🔗 Learn more SoftBank Corp. has advanced its Large Telecom Model a generative AI foundation model for the telecommunications industryby integrating Sarashina a Japanese LLM developed by SB Intuitions Corp. This evolution enables secure end-to-end data processing entirely within Japan. 🔐 Japan-based fully domestic generative AI foundation ensuring data security and compliance 📶 Over 90% accuracy in predicting communication quality during large-scale events 🧠" [X Link](https://x.com/SoftBank_RIAT/status/1983322895859474718) 2025-10-29T00:00Z [--] followers, [--] engagements "📡 SoftBanks AI-RAN achieves Software-only Massive MIMO on GPU 🔗 Learn more 🚀 SoftBank Corp.s AI-RAN AITRAS successfully demonstrated 16-layer Multi-User MIMO (MU-MIMO) in an outdoor field trial at NVIDIAs Santa Clara campus processing all radio signals entirely in software on NVIDIA GPUs. ⚡ [--] higher spectral efficiency & throughput vs. 4-layer setup 💻 Full PHY-layer processing executed in software on GPU 🌐 Major step toward commercial AI-RAN deployment in [----] This milestone shows how AI + GPU computing can reshape the future of flexible sustainable wireless networks. 🎯 Now showcased at" [X Link](https://x.com/SoftBank_RIAT/status/1983323143172481202) 2025-10-29T00:01Z [--] followers, [--] engagements ": : 🗓 November [--] 14:0015:00 GMT Register now: #SoftBank #AI #5G #RAN #MobileWorldLive #MWL https://lnkd.in/gQ82-C8S : : 🗓 November [--] 14:00 - 15:00 GMT Dont miss this session featuring Mauro Goncalves Filho SVP AI-RAN at SoftBank Telecom America Corp. as he discusses the role of AI https://lnkd.in/gQ82-C8S : : 🗓 November [--] 14:00 - 15:00 GMT Dont miss this session featuring Mauro Goncalves Filho SVP AI-RAN at SoftBank Telecom America Corp. as he discusses the role of AI" [X Link](https://x.com/SoftBank_RIAT/status/1987802662302372052) 2025-11-10T08:41Z [--] followers, [---] engagements "✨ ++ Were honored to have received the at the ++ for our () project 🏆 The award ceremony was held where we were presented with the trophy and certificate a proud moment for our team. Learn more about the project 👉 Photo: Stanislav Kogiku #BrainProcessingUnit #BPU #SoftBank #UniversityofTokyo #DaitoManabe https://www.softbank.jp/en/corp/technology/research/topics/149/adid=x_topic149 https://www.softbank.jp/en/corp/technology/research/topics/149/adid=x_topic149" [X Link](https://x.com/SoftBank_RIAT/status/1988882503156056378) 2025-11-13T08:11Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "📡 We conducted an outdoor field trial in Tokyos Ginza area using the 7GHz band (centimeter wave) a promising frequency range for future 6G networks. By deploying three Massive MIMO base stations we confirmed that both excellent coverage and high-quality connectivity can be achieved even in dense urban environments. Learn more👇 https://www.softbank.jp/en/corp/technology/research/topics/175/adid=x_topic175 https://www.softbank.jp/en/corp/technology/research/topics/175/adid=x_topic175" [X Link](https://x.com/SoftBank_RIAT/status/1991071775250395243) 2025-11-19T09:11Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "Our Principal Fellow Rajeev Koodli shares the journey and future vision of SoftBanks Silicon Valley site a division of SoftBank Telecom America US subsidiary of SoftBank Corp. From founding the office from the ground up to leading world-class research on AI infrastructure Rajeev and his team have been pioneering efforts such as applying Transformer Models to AI-RAN and developing Large Telecom Model that push the boundaries of network intelligence. In this interview he reflects on how the team turned a bold idea into a global innovation hub and how they continue driving SoftBanks Zero to One" [X Link](https://x.com/SoftBank_RIAT/status/1991737850665279952) 2025-11-21T05:18Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "& SoftBank in collaboration with Nokia is conducting field trials using the [--] GHz band a potential new frequency band for 6G networks. On November [--] we hosted the 6G Tech Conference to share insights from this initiative. The event featured presentations discussing the development of the [--] GHz band followed by a live demonstration tour in Tokyos Ginza area where the trials are taking place. We were delighted to welcome participants from Japans Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications MNOs universities and various industry partners. The discussions reflected the strong expectations" [X Link](https://x.com/SoftBank_RIAT/status/1991738142056145238) 2025-11-21T05:19Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "- We are pleased to share the signing of an MOU with Yaskawa Electric Corporation to collaborate on the social implementation of Physical AI leveraging SoftBanks AI-RAN initiative and Yaskawas AI robotics. 👇 Read the full press release here. EN JP #SoftBank #AIRAN #PhysicalAI #YaskawaElectricCorporation #MOU https://lnkd.in/g2BtCU3B https://lnkd.in/gG_NzZx8 https://lnkd.in/g2BtCU3B https://lnkd.in/gG_NzZx8" [X Link](https://x.com/SoftBank_RIAT/status/1995376176760778876) 2025-12-01T06:15Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "📢 Ericsson has released the latest Ericsson Mobility Report. This edition highlights our collaborative initiative between SoftBank and Ericsson in the section Modernizing enterprise IT with 5G. Check out the full article here👇 #SoftBank #Ericsson #5G https://www.ericsson.com/en/reports-and-papers/mobility-report/articles/modernize-enterprise-it-softbank https://www.ericsson.com/en/reports-and-papers/mobility-report/articles/modernize-enterprise-it-softbank" [X Link](https://x.com/SoftBank_RIAT/status/1995388922529259817) 2025-12-01T07:06Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "📣 . At the 6G AI Forum to be held on Tuesday Dec. [--] Ryuji Wakukawa VP and Head of SoftBank Research Institute of Advanced Technology will give a lecture on the theme Next-Generation Social Infrastructure in the AI Era The Potential of AI-RAN Pursued by SoftBank. (The lecture will be delivered as a pre-recorded video.) In addition Hideto Funayoshi Senior Director of our institute will appear in the panel discussion following the lecture. Please visit the event URL below for details and registration🔽: Venue: Ochanomizu Sola City Conference Center Tokyo Admission: Free of charge 📣" [X Link](https://x.com/SoftBank_RIAT/status/1999288962133966939) 2025-12-12T01:23Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "🎉 Keisuke Asakura Director of the Advanced Technology Promotion Office spoke at the press briefing hosted by Ericsson Japan on the latest Ericsson Mobility Report. He presented the joint enterprise IT initiatives that Ericsson and our team have been pursuing together. Coverage of the event can also be found below: K-tai Watch: BUSINESS NETWORK: Read the Ericsson Mobility Report here: 🎉Ericsson Mobility Report Ericsson Mobility Report IT Watch BUSINESS Ericsson Mobility #SoftBank # #Ericsson #5G #PC #CellularPC #watch #BUSINESSNETWORK" [X Link](https://x.com/SoftBank_RIAT/status/2001130478540353910) 2025-12-17T03:20Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "📢 👇 #SoftBank # # #RIAT #AI # # # https://www.softbank.jp/corp/technology/research/recruit/adid=x https://www.softbank.jp/corp/technology/research/recruit/adid=x" [X Link](https://x.com/SoftBank_RIAT/status/2003387943193546985) 2025-12-23T08:51Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "AI2025 AI https://t.co/tP2XnrJNbw #iREX2025 # # https://t.co/DwBH46yVJn AI2025 AI https://t.co/tP2XnrJNbw #iREX2025 # # https://t.co/DwBH46yVJn" [X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/2003723232147570957) 2025-12-24T07:03Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "🎉 As we begin the new year we would like to thank everyone for taking an interest in our initiatives and research activities. Your attention and engagement continue to motivate our work. Among the articles we published last year the following three attracted notable attention:👇 🌐 Attention Over the Air: Low-Latency Transformers in RAN 🌍The Journey and Future Vision of our US Site 🔍 How Compact Can Quantum Circuits Get In [----] we will continue to move forward with the aim of sharing research and insights that help create a positive impact and make the world more exciting. We look forward" [X Link](https://x.com/SoftBank_RIAT/status/2008408850266026129) 2026-01-06T05:22Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "- Why is the centimeter-wave band gaining attention for 6G This article provides a technical explanation of its key characteristics and introduces our outdoor field trials highlighting its potential for practical 6G deployment. It also highlights a tech conference held in November [----] where this initiative and field trial demonstrations were presented. Read more:👇 EN JP #SoftBank # #RIAT #6G #CentimeterWave #7GHz https://www.softbank.jp/corp/technology/research/topics/180/adid=x_jp_topic180 https://www.softbank.jp/en/corp/technology/research/topics/180/adid=x_en_topic180" [X Link](https://x.com/SoftBank_RIAT/status/2008440646634533241) 2026-01-06T07:28Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "📢 AI AIAI-RANAI 👇 #SoftBank # #AIRAN #PhysicalAI #AI #RIAT #ToyoKeizai # https://toyokeizai.net/articles/-/928001 https://toyokeizai.net/articles/-/928001" [X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/2010891672562110704) 2026-01-13T01:48Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "🎙 FMTHE CIO LOUNGE AI-RAN 📅 20261247:007:25 📻 FMTHE CIO LOUNGE radiko #SoftBank # #AIRAN #AI #FM https://radiko.jp/#/ts/FMO/20260124070000 https://radiko.jp/#/ts/FMO/20260124070000" [X Link](https://x.com/SoftBank_RIAT/status/2013068121209549122) 2026-01-19T01:56Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "SoftBanks Infrinia Team developed the Infrinia AI Cloud OS a software stack designed for AI data centers. Please see the full press release here👇 And follow Infrinias website for future updates👇 #SoftBank # #AI #Infrinia #InfriniaAICloudOS https://infrinia.ai/ https://www.softbank.jp/en/corp/news/press/sbkk/2026/20260121_01/ https://infrinia.ai/ https://www.softbank.jp/en/corp/news/press/sbkk/2026/20260121_01/" [X Link](https://x.com/SoftBank_RIAT/status/2013838973466968355) 2026-01-21T05:00Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "📢Beyond 5G AI AI-RAN 👇 #SoftBank # #Beyond5G #AIRAN #AI https://b5gnbsc.jp/event/s025.html https://b5gnbsc.jp/event/s025.html" [X Link](https://x.com/SoftBank_RIAT/status/2015728325562630363) 2026-01-26T10:07Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "🛰 We exhibited a panel presentation and an optical wireless satellite mock-up at the 39th Optical Communication Systems Symposium related to the Research and Development Project on Technology for Next-Generation High-Capacity Compact Space Optical Communication Systems. For an overview of optical communication technology and our initiatives please take a look at the blog below. EN JP #SoftBank # #HAPS #OpticalCommunicationSystemsSymposium #OpticalWirelessSatellite #RIAT https://www.softbank.jp/corp/technology/research/topics/168/adid=linkedin_topics168_jp" [X Link](https://x.com/SoftBank_RIAT/status/2003658803406078282) 2025-12-24T02:47Z [---] followers, [--] engagements ": - We are working with the UCLA Internet Research Laboratory to explore the future of personal data management aiming for a world where individuals have full control over their own data. For more details please see our white paper👇 #SoftBank # #RIAT #PersonalData #NDN #UCLA https://www.softbank.jp/en/corp/technology/research/topics/179/adid=x_en_topic179 https://www.softbank.jp/en/corp/technology/research/topics/179/adid=x_en_topic179" [X Link](https://x.com/SoftBank_RIAT/status/2008723580180463914) 2026-01-07T02:13Z [---] followers, [---] engagements ": - We are working with the UCLA Internet https://t.co/3fsXobEbSL : - We are working with the UCLA Internet https://t.co/3fsXobEbSL" [X Link](https://x.com/SoftBank_RIAT/status/2011712149308260541) 2026-01-15T08:08Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "💡 We are conducting research on applying quantum computers to antenna design. In this article we present an example of array antenna design. For more details we hope youll take a moment to explore the article below.👇 (EN) (JP) #SoftBank # #QuantumComputers #RIAT #6G #QuantumTechnology #ArrayAntenna https://www.softbank.jp/corp/technology/research/topics/181/adid=x_jp_topic181 https://www.softbank.jp/en/corp/technology/research/topics/181/adid=x_en_topic181 https://www.softbank.jp/corp/technology/research/topics/181/adid=x_jp_topic181" [X Link](https://x.com/SoftBank_RIAT/status/2012083641871134841) 2026-01-16T08:44Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "📢 6GISAC 6G 6GAI-RAN URL 📅 202621013:0017:00 [-----] [--] #SoftBank # #6G #AIRAN #ISAC # https://www.ahri.co.jp/business/forum/info/part998/ https://www.ahri.co.jp/business/forum/info/part998/" [X Link](https://x.com/SoftBank_RIAT/status/2018124704972972163) 2026-02-02T00:49Z [---] followers, [---] engagements Limited data mode. Full metrics available with subscription: lunarcrush.com/pricing
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SoftBank Research Institute of Advanced Technology posts on X about $9434t, ai, we are, future the most. They currently have [---] followers and [--] posts still getting attention that total [--] engagements in the last [--] hours.
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"" : " Alex Choi Principal Fellow at our Research Institute and Chair of the AI-RAN Alliance will deliver a keynote titled Creating Synergy Between AI-RAN and Open RAN. Please register and join via the following site: 📍Location: Digital Catapult - Auditorium [---] Euston Road London NW1 2RA 🗓Date/Time: Feb [--] 9:00 14:30 #SoftBank # #AIRAN #OpenRAN #AIRANAlliance https://digitalcatapult.my.salesforce-sites.com/events/event/home/ainative https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021022833615503825 https://digitalcatapult.my.salesforce-sites.com/events/event/home/ainative"
X Link 2026-02-10T00:46Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"- We are pleased to share the signing of an MOU with Yaskawa Electric Corporation to collaborate on the social implementation of Physical AI leveraging SoftBanks AI-RAN initiative and Yaskawas AI robotics. 👇 Read the full press release here. EN JP #SoftBank #AIRAN #PhysicalAI #YaskawaElectricCorporation #MOU https://www.softbank.jp/corp/technology/research/topics/177/adid=x_jp_topic177 https://www.softbank.jp/en/corp/technology/research/topics/177/adid=x_en_topic177 https://www.softbank.jp/corp/technology/research/topics/177/adid=x_jp_topic177"
X Link 2025-12-01T06:17Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"🎉 At the International Robot Exhibition [----] (iREX) held from Dec. [--] we showcased a demo of the Physical AI Robot jointly developed by Yaskawa Electric and SoftBank. In this collaboration our team was responsible for developing the MEC environment powered by AI-RAN as well as the AI components running on MEC. By integrating Yaskawa Electrics highly capable industrial robot with next-generation building systems we demonstrated a new use case for Physical AI robots in office environments. More details can be found in our press release: 🎉iREX 12/3-62025iREXAI AI-RANMECMECAIAI AI AI-RAN"
X Link 2025-12-11T06:21Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"By clarifying both the limitations and the potential of quantum computing this white paper presents a realistic technological pathway and a framework for evaluation toward industrial deployment. Click here to download our latest white paper👇 #SoftBank # #QuantumTechnology #WhitePaper https://www.softbank.jp/en/corp/technology/research/topics/183/adid=x_en_topic183 https://www.softbank.jp/en/corp/technology/research/topics/183/adid=x_en_topic183"
X Link 2026-02-05T05:56Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"📢 Activators Talk [--] AI Activators Activators Talk 9AI 🤖 LTMLarge Telecom ModelAI 🌍 AI 📝 AI 👉 #SoftBank # # #RIAT #AI #AIRAN # #ActivatorsTalk https://www.softbank.jp/corp/technology/research/topics/184/adid=x_blog184 https://www.softbank.jp/corp/technology/research/topics/184/adid=x_blog184"
X Link 2026-02-06T00:59Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"2/2021:00BS AI-RANAI #SoftBank # #AIRAN # #AI https://www.bs-tvtokyo.co.jp/marcopolo_miraichizu/ https://www.youtube.com/watchv=4vnEPZv7eJk https://www.bs-tvtokyo.co.jp/marcopolo_miraichizu/ https://www.youtube.com/watchv=4vnEPZv7eJk"
X Link 2026-02-13T09:36Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
": . We have started a joint validation effort in collaboration with Advanced Micro Devices Inc. to leverage AMD Instinct GPUs as computing resources for next-generation AI infrastructure. For details please see the press release below.👇 #SoftBank # #AIRAN #AI #AMD #GPU https://www.softbank.jp/en/corp/technology/research/topics/186/adid=x_en_topic186 https://www.softbank.jp/en/corp/technology/research/topics/186/adid=x_en_topic186"
X Link 2026-02-16T05:04Z [--] followers, [--] engagements
"We've reduced HAPS solar module weight from 665g/ to 598.9g/ A big step toward our target: under 500g/. This brings us closer to next-gen connectivity via HAPS. Learn more 👇 #HAPS #SoftBank https://www.softbank.jp/en/corp/technology/research/story-event/030/adid=X_blog030 https://www.softbank.jp/en/corp/technology/research/story-event/030/adid=X_blog030"
X Link 2025-08-08T00:41Z [--] followers, [---] engagements
"Advancing AI-RAN with Transformer We developed a new architecture applying Transformer to AI-RAN boosting 5G wireless signal processing and achieving 30% faster speeds. AI-driven networks are shaping the future of connectivity. Learn more #AIRAN https://www.softbank.jp/en/corp/technology/research/news/084/adid=x_news084 https://www.softbank.jp/en/corp/technology/research/news/084/adid=x_news084"
X Link 2025-08-21T04:20Z [--] followers, [---] engagements
"🌟 Were excited to share the story of Roshni Gundavelli a U.S. student who spent two-months at the SoftBank Research Institute of Advanced Technology in Japan. She reflects on working with a tech team and gaining new perspectives in a different culture. https://www.softbank.jp/en/corp/technology/research/story-event/085/adid=x_blog085 https://www.softbank.jp/en/corp/technology/research/story-event/085/adid=x_blog085"
X Link 2025-08-22T07:45Z [--] followers, [---] engagements
"30% 5G throughput improvement with AI-RAN enhanced by Transformer Preprint research paper now available. 👇 Press Release: #SoftBank #Transformer #5G #AIRAN https://www.softbank.jp/en/corp/news/press/sbkk/2025/20250821_02/ https://arxiv.org/abs/2508.17960 https://www.softbank.jp/en/corp/news/press/sbkk/2025/20250821_02/ https://arxiv.org/abs/2508.17960"
X Link 2025-08-28T09:52Z [--] followers, [--] engagements
"The Brain Processing Unit (BPU) Project: Talk & Exhibition at ACT Festival [----] Since [----] SoftBank Research Institute of Advanced Technology has been working on a collaborative project with artist Daito Manabe and Laboratory of Yoshiho Ikeuchi at the Institute of Industrial Science the University of Tokyo to research the Brain Processing Unit (BPU) which is made from brain organoids. On September [--] [----] at ACT Festival [----] in Korea Daito Manabe will give a talk and exhibition on the Brain Processing Unit as a work that turns brain activity into art. 👉 A white paper explains the concept of"
X Link 2025-09-03T08:06Z [--] followers, [---] engagements
"✨ Interested in quantum computing In our latest blog we introduce Qiskit IBMs open-source framework that makes it easy for anyone to try quantum computing hands-on. We walk through its key features and show how beginners can start exploring the quantum world step by step. Read more here 👇 #SoftBank #RIAT #Qiskit #QuantumComputing #Python #OpenSource https://www.softbank.jp/en/corp/technology/research/story-event/086/adid=x_blog086 https://www.softbank.jp/en/corp/technology/research/story-event/086/adid=x_blog086"
X Link 2025-09-08T05:28Z [--] followers, [---] engagements
"- SoftBank has developed a new AI architecture using Transformer models to enhance wireless signal processing achieving 30% improvement in 5G throughput. This marks a major step in bringing AI-RAN from concept to real-world operations In this webinar well share how this breakthrough was achieved and how AI is transforming the way we connect shaping the next era of communication and society. 👉 Register here: 📅 Date & Time Oct [--] [----] Wednesday 11:00 am (ET) #SoftBank #AI #RAN #AIRAN #AIforRAN #5G #Innovation #FutureOfConnectivity https://www.fierce-network.com/premium/webinar/1408878"
X Link 2025-09-17T08:15Z [--] followers, [---] engagements
"📢 - - - On Oct [--] [----] 11:00 am (ET) SoftBank hosted a webinar titled: "AI-Native Mobile RAN Signal Processing - A Transformer-based Approach. In this webinar our researchers introduced a breakthrough AI architecture based on Transformer models to enhance wireless signal processing. Please watch the archived webinar via the following registration link: #SoftBank #AIRAN #Transformer https://www.fierce-network.com/premium/webinar/1408878 https://www.fierce-network.com/premium/webinar/1408878"
X Link 2025-10-02T09:29Z [--] followers, [--] engagements
": : 🗓 November [--] 14:00 - 15:00 GMT Dont miss this session featuring Mauro Goncalves Filho SVP AI-RAN at SoftBank Telecom America Corp. as he discusses the role of AI in 5G networks and RAN (Radio Access Networks). Learn more: 👉 #SoftBank #AI #5G #RAN #MobileWorldLive https://www.mobileworldlive.com/ai-cloud/unwrapped-keynote-interviews-ai-the-art-of-the-possible/ https://www.mobileworldlive.com/ai-cloud/unwrapped-keynote-interviews-ai-the-art-of-the-possible/"
X Link 2025-10-23T06:20Z [--] followers, [--] engagements
"🌐🤝 . - SoftBank Corp. (SoftBank) and @Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. (Samsung) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in October [----] to collaborate in the field of AI-RAN. Under this agreement the two companies will jointly define and promote research and development in four key areas 6G AI for RAN AI and RAN and Large Telecom Model aiming to accelerate innovation and realize the next generation of network infrastructure. This collaboration marks another important step toward the evolution of intelligent AI-driven networks that will shape the future of communication. 👇 Read the"
X Link 2025-10-24T00:27Z [--] followers, [--] engagements
"SoftBank is excited to be part of the Telecom Pavilion at #NVIDIAGTC Washington D.C. October [----]. Visit us at booth [---] to see where well showcase our cutting-edge research and innovations driving the next generation of AI and telecommunications. We hope to see you there: 🔗 #SoftBank #ResearchInstituteofAdvancedTechnology #RIAT #AI #6G #AIRAN #NVIDIA #GPU #Telecom #Innovation https://www.nvidia.com/gtc/dc/ https://www.nvidia.com/gtc/dc/"
X Link 2025-10-28T02:01Z [--] followers, [--] engagements
"💡 SoftBank evolves its Large Telecom Model into a Japan-developed generative AI foundation powered by homegrown LLM Sarashina 🔗 Learn more SoftBank Corp. has advanced its Large Telecom Model a generative AI foundation model for the telecommunications industryby integrating Sarashina a Japanese LLM developed by SB Intuitions Corp. This evolution enables secure end-to-end data processing entirely within Japan. 🔐 Japan-based fully domestic generative AI foundation ensuring data security and compliance 📶 Over 90% accuracy in predicting communication quality during large-scale events 🧠"
X Link 2025-10-29T00:00Z [--] followers, [--] engagements
"📡 SoftBanks AI-RAN achieves Software-only Massive MIMO on GPU 🔗 Learn more 🚀 SoftBank Corp.s AI-RAN AITRAS successfully demonstrated 16-layer Multi-User MIMO (MU-MIMO) in an outdoor field trial at NVIDIAs Santa Clara campus processing all radio signals entirely in software on NVIDIA GPUs. ⚡ [--] higher spectral efficiency & throughput vs. 4-layer setup 💻 Full PHY-layer processing executed in software on GPU 🌐 Major step toward commercial AI-RAN deployment in [----] This milestone shows how AI + GPU computing can reshape the future of flexible sustainable wireless networks. 🎯 Now showcased at"
X Link 2025-10-29T00:01Z [--] followers, [--] engagements
": : 🗓 November [--] 14:0015:00 GMT Register now: #SoftBank #AI #5G #RAN #MobileWorldLive #MWL https://lnkd.in/gQ82-C8S : : 🗓 November [--] 14:00 - 15:00 GMT Dont miss this session featuring Mauro Goncalves Filho SVP AI-RAN at SoftBank Telecom America Corp. as he discusses the role of AI https://lnkd.in/gQ82-C8S : : 🗓 November [--] 14:00 - 15:00 GMT Dont miss this session featuring Mauro Goncalves Filho SVP AI-RAN at SoftBank Telecom America Corp. as he discusses the role of AI"
X Link 2025-11-10T08:41Z [--] followers, [---] engagements
"✨ ++ Were honored to have received the at the ++ for our () project 🏆 The award ceremony was held where we were presented with the trophy and certificate a proud moment for our team. Learn more about the project 👉 Photo: Stanislav Kogiku #BrainProcessingUnit #BPU #SoftBank #UniversityofTokyo #DaitoManabe https://www.softbank.jp/en/corp/technology/research/topics/149/adid=x_topic149 https://www.softbank.jp/en/corp/technology/research/topics/149/adid=x_topic149"
X Link 2025-11-13T08:11Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"📡 We conducted an outdoor field trial in Tokyos Ginza area using the 7GHz band (centimeter wave) a promising frequency range for future 6G networks. By deploying three Massive MIMO base stations we confirmed that both excellent coverage and high-quality connectivity can be achieved even in dense urban environments. Learn more👇 https://www.softbank.jp/en/corp/technology/research/topics/175/adid=x_topic175 https://www.softbank.jp/en/corp/technology/research/topics/175/adid=x_topic175"
X Link 2025-11-19T09:11Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"Our Principal Fellow Rajeev Koodli shares the journey and future vision of SoftBanks Silicon Valley site a division of SoftBank Telecom America US subsidiary of SoftBank Corp. From founding the office from the ground up to leading world-class research on AI infrastructure Rajeev and his team have been pioneering efforts such as applying Transformer Models to AI-RAN and developing Large Telecom Model that push the boundaries of network intelligence. In this interview he reflects on how the team turned a bold idea into a global innovation hub and how they continue driving SoftBanks Zero to One"
X Link 2025-11-21T05:18Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"& SoftBank in collaboration with Nokia is conducting field trials using the [--] GHz band a potential new frequency band for 6G networks. On November [--] we hosted the 6G Tech Conference to share insights from this initiative. The event featured presentations discussing the development of the [--] GHz band followed by a live demonstration tour in Tokyos Ginza area where the trials are taking place. We were delighted to welcome participants from Japans Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications MNOs universities and various industry partners. The discussions reflected the strong expectations"
X Link 2025-11-21T05:19Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"- We are pleased to share the signing of an MOU with Yaskawa Electric Corporation to collaborate on the social implementation of Physical AI leveraging SoftBanks AI-RAN initiative and Yaskawas AI robotics. 👇 Read the full press release here. EN JP #SoftBank #AIRAN #PhysicalAI #YaskawaElectricCorporation #MOU https://lnkd.in/g2BtCU3B https://lnkd.in/gG_NzZx8 https://lnkd.in/g2BtCU3B https://lnkd.in/gG_NzZx8"
X Link 2025-12-01T06:15Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"📢 Ericsson has released the latest Ericsson Mobility Report. This edition highlights our collaborative initiative between SoftBank and Ericsson in the section Modernizing enterprise IT with 5G. Check out the full article here👇 #SoftBank #Ericsson #5G https://www.ericsson.com/en/reports-and-papers/mobility-report/articles/modernize-enterprise-it-softbank https://www.ericsson.com/en/reports-and-papers/mobility-report/articles/modernize-enterprise-it-softbank"
X Link 2025-12-01T07:06Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"📣 . At the 6G AI Forum to be held on Tuesday Dec. [--] Ryuji Wakukawa VP and Head of SoftBank Research Institute of Advanced Technology will give a lecture on the theme Next-Generation Social Infrastructure in the AI Era The Potential of AI-RAN Pursued by SoftBank. (The lecture will be delivered as a pre-recorded video.) In addition Hideto Funayoshi Senior Director of our institute will appear in the panel discussion following the lecture. Please visit the event URL below for details and registration🔽: Venue: Ochanomizu Sola City Conference Center Tokyo Admission: Free of charge 📣"
X Link 2025-12-12T01:23Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"🎉 Keisuke Asakura Director of the Advanced Technology Promotion Office spoke at the press briefing hosted by Ericsson Japan on the latest Ericsson Mobility Report. He presented the joint enterprise IT initiatives that Ericsson and our team have been pursuing together. Coverage of the event can also be found below: K-tai Watch: BUSINESS NETWORK: Read the Ericsson Mobility Report here: 🎉Ericsson Mobility Report Ericsson Mobility Report IT Watch BUSINESS Ericsson Mobility #SoftBank # #Ericsson #5G #PC #CellularPC #watch #BUSINESSNETWORK"
X Link 2025-12-17T03:20Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"📢 👇 #SoftBank # # #RIAT #AI # # # https://www.softbank.jp/corp/technology/research/recruit/adid=x https://www.softbank.jp/corp/technology/research/recruit/adid=x"
X Link 2025-12-23T08:51Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"AI2025 AI https://t.co/tP2XnrJNbw #iREX2025 # # https://t.co/DwBH46yVJn AI2025 AI https://t.co/tP2XnrJNbw #iREX2025 # # https://t.co/DwBH46yVJn"
X Link 2025-12-24T07:03Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"🎉 As we begin the new year we would like to thank everyone for taking an interest in our initiatives and research activities. Your attention and engagement continue to motivate our work. Among the articles we published last year the following three attracted notable attention:👇 🌐 Attention Over the Air: Low-Latency Transformers in RAN 🌍The Journey and Future Vision of our US Site 🔍 How Compact Can Quantum Circuits Get In [----] we will continue to move forward with the aim of sharing research and insights that help create a positive impact and make the world more exciting. We look forward"
X Link 2026-01-06T05:22Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"- Why is the centimeter-wave band gaining attention for 6G This article provides a technical explanation of its key characteristics and introduces our outdoor field trials highlighting its potential for practical 6G deployment. It also highlights a tech conference held in November [----] where this initiative and field trial demonstrations were presented. Read more:👇 EN JP #SoftBank # #RIAT #6G #CentimeterWave #7GHz https://www.softbank.jp/corp/technology/research/topics/180/adid=x_jp_topic180 https://www.softbank.jp/en/corp/technology/research/topics/180/adid=x_en_topic180"
X Link 2026-01-06T07:28Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"📢 AI AIAI-RANAI 👇 #SoftBank # #AIRAN #PhysicalAI #AI #RIAT #ToyoKeizai # https://toyokeizai.net/articles/-/928001 https://toyokeizai.net/articles/-/928001"
X Link 2026-01-13T01:48Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"🎙 FMTHE CIO LOUNGE AI-RAN 📅 20261247:007:25 📻 FMTHE CIO LOUNGE radiko #SoftBank # #AIRAN #AI #FM https://radiko.jp/#/ts/FMO/20260124070000 https://radiko.jp/#/ts/FMO/20260124070000"
X Link 2026-01-19T01:56Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"SoftBanks Infrinia Team developed the Infrinia AI Cloud OS a software stack designed for AI data centers. Please see the full press release here👇 And follow Infrinias website for future updates👇 #SoftBank # #AI #Infrinia #InfriniaAICloudOS https://infrinia.ai/ https://www.softbank.jp/en/corp/news/press/sbkk/2026/20260121_01/ https://infrinia.ai/ https://www.softbank.jp/en/corp/news/press/sbkk/2026/20260121_01/"
X Link 2026-01-21T05:00Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"📢Beyond 5G AI AI-RAN 👇 #SoftBank # #Beyond5G #AIRAN #AI https://b5gnbsc.jp/event/s025.html https://b5gnbsc.jp/event/s025.html"
X Link 2026-01-26T10:07Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"🛰 We exhibited a panel presentation and an optical wireless satellite mock-up at the 39th Optical Communication Systems Symposium related to the Research and Development Project on Technology for Next-Generation High-Capacity Compact Space Optical Communication Systems. For an overview of optical communication technology and our initiatives please take a look at the blog below. EN JP #SoftBank # #HAPS #OpticalCommunicationSystemsSymposium #OpticalWirelessSatellite #RIAT https://www.softbank.jp/corp/technology/research/topics/168/adid=linkedin_topics168_jp"
X Link 2025-12-24T02:47Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
": - We are working with the UCLA Internet Research Laboratory to explore the future of personal data management aiming for a world where individuals have full control over their own data. For more details please see our white paper👇 #SoftBank # #RIAT #PersonalData #NDN #UCLA https://www.softbank.jp/en/corp/technology/research/topics/179/adid=x_en_topic179 https://www.softbank.jp/en/corp/technology/research/topics/179/adid=x_en_topic179"
X Link 2026-01-07T02:13Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
": - We are working with the UCLA Internet https://t.co/3fsXobEbSL : - We are working with the UCLA Internet https://t.co/3fsXobEbSL"
X Link 2026-01-15T08:08Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"💡 We are conducting research on applying quantum computers to antenna design. In this article we present an example of array antenna design. For more details we hope youll take a moment to explore the article below.👇 (EN) (JP) #SoftBank # #QuantumComputers #RIAT #6G #QuantumTechnology #ArrayAntenna https://www.softbank.jp/corp/technology/research/topics/181/adid=x_jp_topic181 https://www.softbank.jp/en/corp/technology/research/topics/181/adid=x_en_topic181 https://www.softbank.jp/corp/technology/research/topics/181/adid=x_jp_topic181"
X Link 2026-01-16T08:44Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"📢 6GISAC 6G 6GAI-RAN URL 📅 202621013:0017:00 [-----] [--] #SoftBank # #6G #AIRAN #ISAC # https://www.ahri.co.jp/business/forum/info/part998/ https://www.ahri.co.jp/business/forum/info/part998/"
X Link 2026-02-02T00:49Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
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