The race to provide 5G in some areas of the world has driven growth rates for 5G network infrastructure to rise above historical averages. However, 2024 saw slowing growth as 5G coverage in these countries and regions became more ubiquitous. This does not mean investment in 5G networks is done; there is still much work to be done in all areas of 5G network infrastructure. There is also an expansion of the regions that are moving to 5G—essentially, all areas of the world are now beginning to utilize 5G networks.

• What impact will the expansion of the customer base from CSPs and public networks to enterprises and private networks have on the growth trajectory of the 5G network industry?
• Which opportunities will accelerate the growth of open and virtual radio access networks and private networks in the 5G network infrastructure?
• How can new technologies like AI and network application programming interfaces drive growth in the network infrastructure landscape in the coming years?