Verizon joins forces with Digital Catapult to create 5G immersive accelerator program
24 Junio 2020 - 3:00AM
Verizon has joined forces with Digital Catapult, the UK’s leading
advanced digital technology innovation centre, to launch an
immersive accelerator programme to develop innovative 5G solutions
for enterprises. The programme will enable a select number of
retail and brand partners to work directly with startups and
technology innovators to explore how 5G-enabled solutions can solve
their real-world business challenges. They will use Verizon’s 5G
and edge computing capabilities in Verizon’s London 5G Lab and
production studio to develop prototypes over a seven-month period.
Verizon’s London 5G Lab and production studio launched in
February 2020 – the company’s first 5G-enabled facility outside the
United States. The London Lab offers a live Verizon 5G-enabled
environment where organizations can develop and test 5G
applications and experiences, and explore the boundaries of 5G
network technology. A number of use cases demonstrating how 5G's
super-fast speeds, massive bandwidth and ultra-low latency can
transform industry experiences are already showcased at the
Lab, including an augmented shopping experience, virtual events and
experiences, smart retail shelving, intelligent asset management
and AR-enabled workspace reimagining.
In addition, Verizon’s production studio, RYOT, gives innovators
the ability to produce premium quality, 3D content including
virtual and augmented reality experiences, such as virtual events,
using RYOT’s state-of-the-art capabilities like volumetric capture,
motion capture and AR broadcast from its facilities in London.
Christian Guirnalda, Verizon’s director of 5G Labs and
Innovation Centers, commented: “More than ever, industries are
looking to rapidly innovate out of business necessity - and in
months instead of years. Next gen digital channels, remote
experiences, immersive content at home and on the go... these are
new ways to better serve customers, all unlocked by 5G. By pairing
startups and creators with brands and providing access to a 5G
environment and tools, we will together support the local
entrepreneurial community and continue to accelerate the 5G
ecosystem.”
Digital Catapult helps organisations of all sizes to discover
new ways of solving industry challenges, increase productivity and
open up new markets. The organisation designs and delivers
specialised innovation programmes utilising advanced digital
technologies - including 5G, AI and Immersive - to drive UK
leadership and economic growth. Digital Catapult will provide
retail partners participating in the accelerator with access to
leaders in the UK startup and innovator community.
Geraldina Iraheta, Director of Business Development at Digital
Catapult, commented: “This accelerator is an incredible opportunity
to bring 5G to life, proving its potential in real-world
environments and revolutionising the retail experience for
consumers. We’re excited to be working with Verizon to showcase the
future of retail in this way.”
Learn more about Verizon 5G Labs and Verizon 5G technology.
About VerizonVerizon Communications Inc. (NYSE,
Nasdaq: VZ) was formed on June 30, 2000 and is celebrating its 20th
year as one of the world’s leading providers of technology,
communications, information and entertainment products and
services. Headquartered in New York City and with a presence around
the world, Verizon generated revenues of $131.9 billion in
2019. The company offers voice,
data and video services and solutions on its award winning networks
and platforms, delivering on customers’ demand for
mobility, reliable network connectivity, security and
control.
About Digital CatapultDigital Catapult produced
the UK’s first commercial 5G testbed and now works with companies
in the early stages of exploring the case for 5G adoption through
to those fully engaged in exploiting its value. Digital Catapult’s
network of 5G testbeds in London and Brighton are connected to the
5G University Test Network (5GUK) through the 5GUKExchange and
offer unprecedented access for businesses to test and develop
products and services using 5G.
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