Network slicing is a technology that splits a single physical 5G network into multiple virtual networks and sets different bandwidth, latency, reliability and security for each service. It can keep communications for safety staff stable even when traffic surges at major events. Full implementation hinges on 5G standalone mode, which builds a 5G core network. South Korea has launched an emergency communications priority service and carriers are testing business models, while capacity, security and net neutrality issues remain.

LG Uplus is partnering with power generation equipment specialist GNC Energy to address delays in supplying power facilities, a key factor in building AI data centres. The companies signed a memorandum of understanding on June 24 in Seoul to strengthen cooperation on power infrastructure such as emergency generators used in AI data centres. They will work on supplying generators for the Paju AIDC and expand cooperation to broader power infrastructure, including standardisation.