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Juniper Research estimates that spending on telecommunications cloud infrastructure will surge from $26.6 billion in 2024 to $64.9 billion in 2028
A new study from Juniper Research predicts a significant shift in cellular network infrastructure, with cloud-based networks expected to handle 50% of global cellular traffic by 2028. The research highlights a dramatic rise in cloud-processed data, forecasting an increase from 700,000 petabytes (PB) in 2024 to approximately 2.8 million PB by 2028.
The transition towards cloud-based network solutions, driven by the virtualization of network functions, is reshaping the telecommunications landscape. Traditional, bespoke network hardware is being replaced with standardized servers that can serve multiple functions, enhancing efficiency and scalability. This shift is anticipated to improve network reliability, particularly in 5G deployments, by allowing operators to dynamically allocate resources to areas experiencing high demand and avoid congestion. Juniper Research estimates that spending on telecommunications cloud infrastructure will surge from $26.6 billion in 2024 to $64.9 billion in 2028. This increase is driven by the need to manage growing data consumption, support new 5G technologies, and meet sustainability targets. The total data traffic is expected to climb from 1.929 PB to 5.347 PB during the same period.
Key sectors such as energy and smart cities are identified as prime areas for monetizing cloud-based 5G services, where enhanced reliability and reduced latency are crucial. Juniper recommends that operators integrate dynamic resource provisioning with other network automation strategies to maximize efficiency and performance. The report underscores that the evolution toward cloud-brd networks will play a pivotal role in meeting future demands for connectivity and service reliability.
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