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ZTE organiseert 2026 Broadband User Congress in São Paulo, onder het thema "Monetize Your Intelligent Broadband"

This year's Broadband User Congress in São Paulo zeroes in on "Monetizing Intelligent Broadband," a theme that reflects the growing imperative for operators to extract revenue from the vast amounts of data flowing through their networks. The event will focus on strategies for leveraging AI-driven analytics, 5G capabilities, and edge computing to unlock new business opportunities. Keynote speakers will explore the intersection of broadband infrastructure and emerging monetization models.

Eva H (AI-assisted) May 13, 2026 1 min read EN

Based on reporting from Source.

ZTE Corporation recently hosted the 2026 Broadband User Congress in São Paulo, focusing on the theme 'Monetize Your Intelligent Broadband'. The event brought together over 300 industry leaders from ISPs, operators, governments, sector associations, and ecosystem partners from Latin America.

Overview

The congress aimed to explore strategies for leveraging AI-driven analytics, 5G capabilities, and edge computing to unlock new business opportunities. Keynote speakers discussed the intersection of broadband infrastructure and emerging monetization models.

ZTE's Solutions

ZTE demonstrated innovative concepts for network management and upgraded portfolios, translating the theme into implementable and profitable practices. The company showcased its 'Connectivity + Computing' capabilities to build an open, intelligent digital ecosystem and create new value with Latin American partners.

Key Solutions

FTTx monetization solutions reduce barriers for network implementation via lightweight OLTs, applying CEM+AI for precise quality analysis and targeted marketing.
AI all-optical campus and AI Interactive Flat Panel expand to the B2B blue ocean market, balancing cost reduction, efficiency improvement, and ARPU growth.
Intelligent end-to-end ODN systems ensure the full lifecycle of the network.
C+L full-band 1.6T OTN solutions improve single-wavelength rate, spectral efficiency, and intelligent O&M, targeting scalability, cost reduction, and flexible service delivery.
28.8 Tbps core routers with a single slot and powerful 100GE/400GE aggregation routers enable operators to build next-generation IP networks that are green, safe, and intelligent, with ultra-broadband capabilities and a foundation for upgrading broadband value.

Smart Operations and Management

AIOps platforms improve fault diagnosis efficiency significantly, reducing OPEX and promoting the evolution towards autonomous L4 networks.
Smart connectivities utilize AI Wi-Fi 7, leveraging benefits in specifications, coverage, control, hardware, software, and supply chains to help operators optimize TCO and make accurate selections.
Value-added services for smart homes rely on large-scale AI O&M, AI cameras, and AI Smart View, providing new home experiences with integrated smart control, fitness, entertainment, and security, transitioning from basic connectivity to high-value services.

Takeaway

ZTE's congress highlighted the importance of monetizing intelligent broadband strategies, leveraging AI-driven analytics, 5G capabilities, and edge computing to unlock new business opportunities. The company's solutions and partnerships demonstrate its commitment to building an open, intelligent digital ecosystem and creating new value with Latin American partners.

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