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India · Updated 8 Oct, 03:43 pm IST

Ericsson announces winners of its 2026 Innovation Challenge at IMC

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Why it matters for readers: Helps understand how big telecom firms are using contests to find new 5G and AI uses that aim for social benefit.

  • Ericsson unveiled the winners of its flagship Ericsson Innovation Challenge at India Mobile Congress 2026.1
  • The competition sought startups building solutions using 5G, AI and emerging connectivity technologies to address real-world challenges.1
  • The challenge was organised in partnership with IAN Mentoring and Incubation Services and TiE Delhi NCR earlier in July.1
  • Entries were evaluated on societal impact, level of innovation, scalability, sustainability and alignment to chosen problem areas.1

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