Challenges and Perspectives on Open RAN

This chapter evaluates the evolving narrative of Open RAN technology, focusing on its shift from vendor diversity to the incorporation of artificial intelligence. It examines skepticism regarding the technological superiority of Open RAN over traditional systems, emphasizing financial pressures, competitive dynamics, and the importance of demonstrable advantages. The discussion also highlights the geopolitical aspects of the telecommunications market, calling for critical analysis of marketing narratives and the implications for industry consolidation.