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#13457365

16 Mar 2026

The Rakuten logo is displayed at the company's pavilion in Hall 2 during the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Spain, on March 5, 2026. The group unveils its ''Intelligent Growth'' blueprint for the telecom industry. The 2026 exhibit features a major announcement of the strategic OEM agreement with Google Cloud, integrating Rakuten Cloud-Native Storage into Google Distributed Cloud to provide a pre-validated, carrier-grade stack for edge computing. Rakuten Symphony demonstrates the successful interoperability of its cloud-native platform with Samsung's 5G vRAN and vCore solutions, as well as the commercial live deployment of Nokia's cloud-native IMS functions on Rakuten's network. The stand also highlights Rakuten Mobile's achievement as the first operator to receive TM Forum's Level 4 RAN Energy Efficiency certification, utilizing AI-driven orchestration to reduce power consumption by 20%. Further displays include the roadmap for Direct-to-Device satellite services in Japan, developed in partnership with AST SpaceMobile, and the new Symphony OSS intelligence layer designed for autonomous 6G-ready operations.

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#13456654

16 Mar 2026

Snow-capped mountain ranges are visible behind the Narayanhiti Palace as air quality improves in the Kathmandu Valley following rainfall and snowfall in surrounding regions in Kathmandu, Nepal, on March 16, 2026. The precipitation has helped clear the thick smog that had blanketed the capital in recent days, significantly improving visibility. Earlier in the week, Kathmandu ranked among the world's most polluted cities, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) reaching very unhealthy levels above 200, placing the city among the top three most polluted cities globally according to data from IQAir's AirVisual monitoring platform.

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#13456655

16 Mar 2026

Snow-capped mountain ranges are visible behind the Narayanhiti Palace as air quality improves in the Kathmandu Valley following rainfall and snowfall in surrounding regions in Kathmandu, Nepal, on March 16, 2026. The precipitation has helped clear the thick smog that had blanketed the capital in recent days, significantly improving visibility. Earlier in the week, Kathmandu ranked among the world's most polluted cities, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) reaching very unhealthy levels above 200, placing the city among the top three most polluted cities globally according to data from IQAir's AirVisual monitoring platform.

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#13456656

16 Mar 2026

Snow-capped mountain ranges are visible behind the Narayanhiti Palace as air quality improves in the Kathmandu Valley following rainfall and snowfall in surrounding regions in Kathmandu, Nepal, on March 16, 2026. The precipitation has helped clear the thick smog that had blanketed the capital in recent days, significantly improving visibility. Earlier in the week, Kathmandu ranked among the world's most polluted cities, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) reaching very unhealthy levels above 200, placing the city among the top three most polluted cities globally according to data from IQAir's AirVisual monitoring platform.

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#13439957

13 Mar 2026

The iconic T-Mobile (Deutsche Telekom) ''T'' logo illuminates in magenta at the company's main exhibition pavilion during the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Spain, on March 5, 2026. For the 2026 edition, the brand showcases its ''Magenta AI'' ecosystem, highlighting the transition toward AI-native 6G networks. The stand features the world premiere of an AI-powered call assistant that operates at the network level without requiring local apps, alongside the MIA (Mobile Intelligent Assistant) life-size 3D avatar powered by a custom Large Language Model (LLM) for real-time visitor interaction. Technical demonstrations at the booth, supported by the NVIDIA AI Aerial platform and Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 integrated systems, showcase the first commercial-ready AI-RAN (Radio Access Network) architecture designed to optimize 5G-Advanced spectral efficiency.

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#13439095

13 Mar 2026

A dense layer of smog engulfs the Kathmandu Valley in Kathmandu, Nepal, on March 13, 2026. Air pollution intensifies across the bowl-shaped capital, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) fluctuating between 200 and 250, placing the city in the ''very unhealthy'' category and among the world's most polluted cities, according to data from the air quality monitoring platform IQAir's AirVisual. Measurements show fine particulate matter (PM2.5) at 129.9 micrograms per cubic meter--more than 25 times higher than the safe limit recommended by the World Health Organization--while PM10 levels reach 100.3 ug/m3. Nepal's national AQI scale classifies readings above 200 as very unhealthy and levels exceeding 300 as hazardous. The Ministry of Health and Population advises residents to take protective measures, noting that long-term exposure to polluted air can lead to serious health complications including asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), heart disease, stroke, and lung cancer. Studies on air pollution also link prolonged exposure to increased risks of diabetes, reduced lung function, and premature death.

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#13439096

13 Mar 2026

A dense layer of smog engulfs the Kathmandu Valley in Kathmandu, Nepal, on March 13, 2026. Air pollution intensifies across the bowl-shaped capital, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) fluctuating between 200 and 250, placing the city in the ''very unhealthy'' category and among the world's most polluted cities, according to data from the air quality monitoring platform IQAir's AirVisual. Measurements show fine particulate matter (PM2.5) at 129.9 micrograms per cubic meter--more than 25 times higher than the safe limit recommended by the World Health Organization--while PM10 levels reach 100.3 ug/m3. Nepal's national AQI scale classifies readings above 200 as very unhealthy and levels exceeding 300 as hazardous. The Ministry of Health and Population advises residents to take protective measures, noting that long-term exposure to polluted air can lead to serious health complications including asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), heart disease, stroke, and lung cancer. Studies on air pollution also link prolonged exposure to increased risks of diabetes, reduced lung function, and premature death.

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#13439097

13 Mar 2026

Swayambhunath temple appears faintly in the distance as thick smog blankets the Kathmandu Valley in Kathmandu, Nepal, on March 13, 2026. The capital experiences severe air pollution, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) ranging between 200 and 250, placing it in the ''very unhealthy'' category and ranking Kathmandu among the world's most polluted cities, according to the air quality monitoring platform IQAir's AirVisual. Fine particulate matter (PM2.5), the most dangerous airborne pollutant because it can penetrate deep into the lungs and bloodstream, is recorded at 129.9 micrograms per cubic meter--more than 25 times higher than the World Health Organization's recommended safe limit of 5 ug/m3--while PM10 levels stand at 100.3 ug/m3. Under Nepal's government-approved AQI scale, readings above 200 indicate very unhealthy conditions. The Ministry of Health and Population urges residents to take precautions, warning that prolonged exposure to polluted air can damage the heart, blood vessels, lungs, eyes, and kidneys, and may contribute to illnesses including asthma, chronic bronchitis, cardiovascular disease, stroke, lung cancer, and other respiratory infections. Research shows that sustained exposure to high levels of particulate pollution significantly increases the risk of respiratory and cardiovascular diseases, particularly among children, the elderly, and people with pre-existing health conditions.

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#13439098

13 Mar 2026

A dense layer of smog engulfs the Kathmandu Valley in Kathmandu, Nepal, on March 13, 2026. Air pollution intensifies across the bowl-shaped capital, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) fluctuating between 200 and 250, placing the city in the ''very unhealthy'' category and among the world's most polluted cities, according to data from the air quality monitoring platform IQAir's AirVisual. Measurements show fine particulate matter (PM2.5) at 129.9 micrograms per cubic meter--more than 25 times higher than the safe limit recommended by the World Health Organization--while PM10 levels reach 100.3 ug/m3. Nepal's national AQI scale classifies readings above 200 as very unhealthy and levels exceeding 300 as hazardous. The Ministry of Health and Population advises residents to take protective measures, noting that long-term exposure to polluted air can lead to serious health complications including asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), heart disease, stroke, and lung cancer. Studies on air pollution also link prolonged exposure to increased risks of diabetes, reduced lung function, and premature death.

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#13432667

11 Mar 2026

The global debut of the Xiaomi Vision Gran Turismo, the 51st concept car in the Polyphony Digital franchise, presents as a full-scale model at the Xiaomi booth during the Mobile World Congress. Designed under the ''Sculpted by Wind'' philosophy, this electric hypercar study features a teardrop-shaped cockpit and a revolutionary Active Wake Control System with rear micro-perforations that manage airflow to achieve a drag coefficient of 0.29 Cx and an aerodynamic efficiency of 4.1. The concept utilizes a theoretical 900V Silicon Carbide (SiC) platform and an all-wheel-drive system with a projected output of 1,900 horsepower. Standout hardware includes the ''Accretion Rims'' with static magnetic covers that remain stationary while the wheels rotate to reduce turbulence. Inside, the ''Sofa Racer'' cabin integrates the ''Xiaomi Pulse'' AI assistant, which uses biometric sensors and the NVIDIA Thor automotive chip to adapt ambient lighting and haptic feedback to the driver's heart rate and stress levels during the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Spain, on March 5, 2026.

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#13432668

11 Mar 2026

The global debut of the Xiaomi Vision Gran Turismo, the 51st concept car in the Polyphony Digital franchise, presents as a full-scale model at the Xiaomi booth during the Mobile World Congress. Designed under the ''Sculpted by Wind'' philosophy, this electric hypercar study features a teardrop-shaped cockpit and a revolutionary Active Wake Control System with rear micro-perforations that manage airflow to achieve a drag coefficient of 0.29 Cx and an aerodynamic efficiency of 4.1. The concept utilizes a theoretical 900V Silicon Carbide (SiC) platform and an all-wheel-drive system with a projected output of 1,900 horsepower. Standout hardware includes the ''Accretion Rims'' with static magnetic covers that remain stationary while the wheels rotate to reduce turbulence. Inside, the ''Sofa Racer'' cabin integrates the ''Xiaomi Pulse'' AI assistant, which uses biometric sensors and the NVIDIA Thor automotive chip to adapt ambient lighting and haptic feedback to the driver's heart rate and stress levels during the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Spain, on March 5, 2026.

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#13432669

11 Mar 2026

The global debut of the Xiaomi Vision Gran Turismo, the 51st concept car in the Polyphony Digital franchise, presents as a full-scale model at the Xiaomi booth during the Mobile World Congress. Designed under the ''Sculpted by Wind'' philosophy, this electric hypercar study features a teardrop-shaped cockpit and a revolutionary Active Wake Control System with rear micro-perforations that manage airflow to achieve a drag coefficient of 0.29 Cx and an aerodynamic efficiency of 4.1. The concept utilizes a theoretical 900V Silicon Carbide (SiC) platform and an all-wheel-drive system with a projected output of 1,900 horsepower. Standout hardware includes the ''Accretion Rims'' with static magnetic covers that remain stationary while the wheels rotate to reduce turbulence. Inside, the ''Sofa Racer'' cabin integrates the ''Xiaomi Pulse'' AI assistant, which uses biometric sensors and the NVIDIA Thor automotive chip to adapt ambient lighting and haptic feedback to the driver's heart rate and stress levels during the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Spain, on March 5, 2026.

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#13432670

11 Mar 2026

The global debut of the Xiaomi Vision Gran Turismo, the 51st concept car in the Polyphony Digital franchise, presents as a full-scale model at the Xiaomi booth during the Mobile World Congress. Designed under the ''Sculpted by Wind'' philosophy, this electric hypercar study features a teardrop-shaped cockpit and a revolutionary Active Wake Control System with rear micro-perforations that manage airflow to achieve a drag coefficient of 0.29 Cx and an aerodynamic efficiency of 4.1. The concept utilizes a theoretical 900V Silicon Carbide (SiC) platform and an all-wheel-drive system with a projected output of 1,900 horsepower. Standout hardware includes the ''Accretion Rims'' with static magnetic covers that remain stationary while the wheels rotate to reduce turbulence. Inside, the ''Sofa Racer'' cabin integrates the ''Xiaomi Pulse'' AI assistant, which uses biometric sensors and the NVIDIA Thor automotive chip to adapt ambient lighting and haptic feedback to the driver's heart rate and stress levels during the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Spain, on March 5, 2026.

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#13432672

11 Mar 2026

The global debut of the Xiaomi Vision Gran Turismo, the 51st concept car in the Polyphony Digital franchise, presents as a full-scale model at the Xiaomi booth during the Mobile World Congress. Designed under the ''Sculpted by Wind'' philosophy, this electric hypercar study features a teardrop-shaped cockpit and a revolutionary Active Wake Control System with rear micro-perforations that manage airflow to achieve a drag coefficient of 0.29 Cx and an aerodynamic efficiency of 4.1. The concept utilizes a theoretical 900V Silicon Carbide (SiC) platform and an all-wheel-drive system with a projected output of 1,900 horsepower. Standout hardware includes the ''Accretion Rims'' with static magnetic covers that remain stationary while the wheels rotate to reduce turbulence. Inside, the ''Sofa Racer'' cabin integrates the ''Xiaomi Pulse'' AI assistant, which uses biometric sensors and the NVIDIA Thor automotive chip to adapt ambient lighting and haptic feedback to the driver's heart rate and stress levels during the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Spain, on March 5, 2026.

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#13432674

11 Mar 2026

The global debut of the Xiaomi Vision Gran Turismo, the 51st concept car in the Polyphony Digital franchise, presents as a full-scale model at the Xiaomi booth during the Mobile World Congress. Designed under the ''Sculpted by Wind'' philosophy, this electric hypercar study features a teardrop-shaped cockpit and a revolutionary Active Wake Control System with rear micro-perforations that manage airflow to achieve a drag coefficient of 0.29 Cx and an aerodynamic efficiency of 4.1. The concept utilizes a theoretical 900V Silicon Carbide (SiC) platform and an all-wheel-drive system with a projected output of 1,900 horsepower. Standout hardware includes the ''Accretion Rims'' with static magnetic covers that remain stationary while the wheels rotate to reduce turbulence. Inside, the ''Sofa Racer'' cabin integrates the ''Xiaomi Pulse'' AI assistant, which uses biometric sensors and the NVIDIA Thor automotive chip to adapt ambient lighting and haptic feedback to the driver's heart rate and stress levels during the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Spain, on March 5, 2026.

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#13432676

11 Mar 2026

The global debut of the Xiaomi Vision Gran Turismo, the 51st concept car in the Polyphony Digital franchise, presents as a full-scale model at the Xiaomi booth during the Mobile World Congress. Designed under the ''Sculpted by Wind'' philosophy, this electric hypercar study features a teardrop-shaped cockpit and a revolutionary Active Wake Control System with rear micro-perforations that manage airflow to achieve a drag coefficient of 0.29 Cx and an aerodynamic efficiency of 4.1. The concept utilizes a theoretical 900V Silicon Carbide (SiC) platform and an all-wheel-drive system with a projected output of 1,900 horsepower. Standout hardware includes the ''Accretion Rims'' with static magnetic covers that remain stationary while the wheels rotate to reduce turbulence. Inside, the ''Sofa Racer'' cabin integrates the ''Xiaomi Pulse'' AI assistant, which uses biometric sensors and the NVIDIA Thor automotive chip to adapt ambient lighting and haptic feedback to the driver's heart rate and stress levels during the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Spain, on March 5, 2026.

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