Thu May 15 14:57:34 UTC 2025: **Summary:**

Sharp Semiconductor Innovation Corporation (SSIC) of Japan, Indian Institute of Technology, Hyderabad (IIT-H), and WiSig Networks, an IIT-H incubated startup, have successfully completed field demonstrations of advanced Beyond 5G (B5G) and 6G technologies at the IIT-H campus. The demonstrations validated the performance and interoperability of SSIC’s Software-Defined Radio (SDR) System-on-Chip (SoC) User Equipment (UE) and WiSig Networks’ Open RAN (O-RAN) base stations. The collaboration aims to expand in 2026 to support advanced applications. The successful trials signify a strong partnership between Japanese and Indian institutions and place IIT-H at the forefront of technological breakthroughs.

**News Article:**

**India and Japan Collaborate on 6G Technology Breakthrough**

**Hyderabad, India – May 15, 2025:** A collaborative effort between Japan’s Sharp Semiconductor Innovation Corporation (SSIC), the Indian Institute of Technology, Hyderabad (IIT-H), and WiSig Networks, a startup incubated at IIT-H, has achieved a significant milestone in the development of next-generation wireless technology. The partnership announced today the successful completion of field demonstrations for advanced Beyond 5G (B5G) and 6G technologies at the IIT-H campus.

The demonstrations validated the performance and interoperability of SSIC’s flexible Software-Defined Radio (SDR) System-on-Chip (SoC) User Equipment (UE) and WiSig Networks’ Open RAN (O-RAN) base stations. The experiments showcased the compatibility and effectiveness of advanced communication terminals developed by SSIC in Japan, using their ASUKA SDR-Box.

“This initiative bridges academic excellence, industrial innovation, and international collaboration efforts, reinforcing the global partnership of India and Japan in next-generation wireless communications,” said Kiran Kuchi of IIT-H and WiSig Networks.

The collaboration plans to expand in 2026 to support advanced applications like Fixed Wireless Access, Mission-Critical Push-to-Talk, V2X autonomous navigation, and satellite-compatible NB-IoT smart metering. The success marks a significant step forward in the development and deployment of future wireless technologies, solidifying IIT-H’s position as a leader in technological innovation.

“This partnership underscores our commitment to fostering international collaboration and driving innovation in wireless communication technologies, placing IIT-H at the forefront of technological breakthroughs,” said Director B.S. Murty.

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