Scope and Motivations

As the digital landscape continues to expand, the evolution of network infrastructure has become pivotal in shaping the future of connectivity and technological integration. From the foundational shifts in mobile networks to the sophisticated advancements in optical networking, the journey of network evolution is marked by continuous innovation and strategic vision. The 16th Global Information Infrastructure and Networking Symposium (GIIS2026) invites researchers, students, industry professionals, and academics to submit papers on the future evolutions of networking infrastructure as we look beyond 2030. This year’s symposium focuses on the transformative changes expected in Mobile/Fixed  Wireless/Optical networks, core network architectures, and the integration of advanced technologies such as AI/ML, cloud-native frameworks, 3GPP 5G-Advanced/6G, and sustainability practices in network deployment and management.

GIIS2026 will take place in the vibrant and dynamic city of Nanjing, China.

Topics of interest include, but are not limited to:

Axis 1: Advancements in Network Technologies and Infrastructure

    Evolution of Radio Access Networks (RAN)
    New spectrum bands
    Massive MIMO
    Channel coding
    Waveform advancements
    Optical access and transport networks
    Fiber technologies, including multi-band transmission and the integration of photonic-based networking
    Network infrastructures for AR/VR/XR/metaverse computing
    Fog, Edge and Multi-Access Computing

Axis 2: Network Architecture and Management

    Core Network (CN) architectures
    Service-Based Architecture
    Network slicing
    Integration with non-terrestrial networks
    Data-centric networking
    Intent-based networking in future network architectures
    GenAI for networks
    Cloud-Native Network Infrastructure
    Virtualization
    Cloud-native network functions
    GitOps principles and the lifecycle management of network functions
    AI/ML and Automation in Network Management
    Autonomous network management
    Predictive maintenance
    Resource optimization
    Network digital twins
    Network management and operations
    Prototype implementation and testbed experimentation
    Field trials

Axis 3: Sustainability, Security, and Standardization

    Eco-design
    Energy-efficient technologies
    Digital enablement
    Security, Trust, and Compliance in Future Networks
    Open and multi-technology environments
    Emerging regulations on network security and privacy
    Standardization and Industry Collaboration