Khalifa University, GSMA, and AMD Launch AI Radio Frequency Model Evaluation for Telecom Operators

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Khalifa University, GSMA, and AMD introduce an initiative inviting telecom operators to test RFGPT, an AI-driven radio frequency foundation model, for network analysis and planning at MWC Doha 2026.

Khalifa University of Science and Technology, in partnership with GSMA and semiconductor leader AMD, has announced the launch of an evaluation initiative aimed at telecom operators worldwide. The program centers on RFGPT, an artificial intelligence foundation model designed specifically for radio frequency (RF) analysis, network planning, and operational decision-making within telecommunications networks.

Set to debut during the upcoming Mobile World Congress (MWC) Doha 2026, this initiative opens access for telecom operators to explore the capabilities of RFGPT. The model is intended to assist operators in optimizing network performance by enhancing RF analysis, facilitating improved planning, and supporting strategic operational choices through AI-driven insights.

RFGPT emerges from the convergence of academia and industry expertise, drawing on Khalifa University's research strengths, GSMA's global telecom influence, and AMD's advanced computing technologies. By leveraging foundation models — large-scale AI systems trained on vast datasets — RFGPT is positioned to transform how telecom networks analyze spectrum usage, predict network behavior, and allocate resources.

This collaboration underscores a broader industry trend toward integrating AI more deeply into telecom infrastructure management. The evaluation initiative invites operators to assess RFGPT's effectiveness in their specific environments, offering practical feedback that could steer further refinements and eventual deployment.

While detailed technical specifications of RFGPT have not been publicly disclosed, its focus on RF analysis points to applications in interference management, spectrum optimization, and dynamic network adaptation. The timing of this initiative at MWC Doha aligns with the event's role as a global platform for showcasing cutting-edge telecom innovations.

Further information about participation in the evaluation and the outcomes from operator trials are anticipated following MWC Doha 2026. This initiative represents an important step in operationalizing AI-powered foundation models within telecom networks and could pave the way for broader adoption of AI technologies in the sector.