InterDigital (NASDAQ: IDCC) announced that Diana Pani, Vice President and Head of Wireless Standards, has been re-elected as Chair of 3GPP’s Radio Access Network Working Group 2 (RAN2). During her first term, Pani led the development of 5G-Advanced specifications, and her second term will focus on designing 6G standards.
RAN2 is crucial in developing global mobile connectivity standards, defining signaling protocols and procedures for device-network communication. Under Pani’s leadership, RAN2 has advanced key technologies including AI/ML integration for mobility, ambient IoT, non-terrestrial networks, sidelink evolution, and XR applications. With 15 years of experience in 3GPP, Pani has contributed significantly to 3G, 4G, and 5G standards.
InterDigital (NASDAQ: IDCC) ha annunciato che Diana Pani, Vice President e Head of Wireless Standards, è stata rieletta Presidente del Radio Access Network Working Group 2 (RAN2) del 3GPP. Nel suo primo mandato Pani ha guidato lo sviluppo delle specifiche del 5G-Advanced; nel secondo mandato si concentrerà sulla definizione degli standard 6G.
RAN2 svolge un ruolo fondamentale nello sviluppo degli standard per la connettività mobile globale, definendo protocolli di segnalazione e procedure per la comunicazione dispositivo-rete. Sotto la guida di Pani, RAN2 ha fatto avanzare tecnologie chiave tra cui integrazione AI/ML per la mobilità, ambient IoT, reti non terrestri, evoluzione del sidelink e applicazioni XR. Con 15 anni di esperienza nel 3GPP, Pani ha dato contributi importanti agli standard 3G, 4G e 5G.
InterDigital (NASDAQ: IDCC) anunció que Diana Pani, Vicepresidenta y Head of Wireless Standards, ha sido reelegida como Chair del Radio Access Network Working Group 2 (RAN2) de 3GPP. Durante su primer mandato, Pani dirigió el desarrollo de las especificaciones de 5G-Advanced; en su segundo mandato se centrará en diseñar los estándares 6G.
RAN2 es clave en el desarrollo de estándares para la conectividad móvil global, definiendo protocolos de señalización y procedimientos para la comunicación dispositivo-red. Bajo la dirección de Pani, RAN2 ha impulsado tecnologías cruciales como la integración AI/ML para movilidad, ambient IoT, redes no terrestres, evolución del sidelink y aplicaciones XR. Con 15 años de experiencia en 3GPP, Pani ha contribuido de manera significativa a los estándares 3G, 4G y 5G.
InterDigital (NASDAQ: IDCC)는 Diana Pani가 무선 표준 담당 부사장 겸 책임자로서 3GPP의 Radio Access Network Working Group 2 (RAN2) 의장에 재선되었다고 발표했습니다. Pani는 첫 임기 동안 5G-Advanced 규격 개발을 이끌었으며, 두 번째 임기에서는 6G 표준 설계에 주력할 예정입니다.
RAN2는 글로벌 모바일 연결 표준을 개발하는 데 핵심적인 역할을 하며, 단말기와 네트워크 간 통신을 위한 신호 프로토콜과 절차를 정의합니다. Pani의 리더십 아래 RAN2는 모빌리티를 위한 AI/ML 통합, ambient IoT, 비지상망, sidelink 진화, XR 애플리케이션 등 주요 기술을 진전시켰습니다. Pani는 3GPP에서 15년의 경험을 보유하며 3G, 4G, 5G 표준에 크게 기여해 왔습니다.
InterDigital (NASDAQ: IDCC) a annoncé que Diana Pani, Vice-présidente et responsable des standards sans fil, a été réélue présidente du Radio Access Network Working Group 2 (RAN2) du 3GPP. Lors de son premier mandat, Pani a dirigé l’élaboration des spécifications 5G-Advanced ; son second mandat portera sur la conception des standards 6G.
RAN2 joue un rôle crucial dans l’élaboration des standards de connectivité mobile mondiale, en définissant les protocoles de signalisation et les procédures de communication entre l’appareil et le réseau. Sous la direction de Pani, RAN2 a fait progresser des technologies clés telles que l’intégration AI/ML pour la mobilité, l’ambient IoT, les réseaux non terrestres, l’évolution du sidelink et les applications XR. Avec 15 ans d’expérience au sein du 3GPP, Pani a apporté d’importantes contributions aux standards 3G, 4G et 5G.
InterDigital (NASDAQ: IDCC) gab bekannt, dass Diana Pani, Vice President und Head of Wireless Standards, als Vorsitzende der 3GPP-Arbeitsgruppe Radio Access Network Working Group 2 (RAN2) wiedergewählt wurde. Während ihrer ersten Amtszeit leitete Pani die Entwicklung der 5G-Advanced-Spezifikationen; ihre zweite Amtszeit wird sich auf die Ausarbeitung von 6G-Standards konzentrieren.
RAN2 spielt eine zentrale Rolle bei der Entwicklung globaler Mobilfunkstandards und definiert Signalisierungsprotokolle sowie Verfahren für die Kommunikation zwischen Gerät und Netz. Unter Panis Leitung hat RAN2 wichtige Technologien vorangetrieben, darunter die Integration von AI/ML für Mobilität, Ambient IoT, nicht-terrestrische Netze, Weiterentwicklung des Sidelinks und XR-Anwendungen. Mit 15 Jahren Erfahrung im 3GPP hat Pani maßgeblich zu den 3G-, 4G- und 5G-Standards beigetragen.
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- Reelection demonstrates strong industry leadership and continuity in standards development
- 15 years of experience across multiple cellular generations (3G, 4G, 5G)
- Strategic positioning in 6G standards development
WILMINGTON, Del., Aug. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — InterDigital, Inc. (Nasdaq: IDCC), a mobile and video technology research and development company, announced the re-election of Diana Pani, Vice President and Head of Wireless Standards, to serve as Chair of 3GPP’s Radio Access Network Working Group 2 (RAN2). During her first term as RAN2 Chair, Diana fostered industry consensus in the development of specifications for 5G-Advanced, and her second term will coincide with the important work of designing next-generation 6G standards.
The RAN2 working group plays a pivotal role in shaping the global standards that underpin mobile connectivity by defining the signaling protocols and procedures that ensure devices and networks can seamlessly connect and communicate across generations of mobile technology. Its work has been central to enabling wireless evolution and ensuring interoperability, security, and performance at a global scale.
“Diana’s reelection as Chair of RAN2 underscores her standing as one of the most accomplished and respected leaders in global wireless standards,” said InterDigital Chief Technology Officer Rajesh Pankaj. “With a remarkable 15-years of active participation, leadership, and key contributions across multiple 3GPP releases, Diana brings deep technical mastery, trusted collaboration and consensus building, and effective project management skills. Her continued leadership will be vital as RAN2 advances 5G-Advanced and lays the foundation for 6G.”
Under Diana’s first two-year term as Chair, RAN2 focused on topics shaping the first releases of 5G-Advanced, including AI/ML integration for mobility, ambient IoT, non-terrestrial networks, sidelink evolution, and quality of experience for XR applications. Her second term will build upon these responsibilities to further the development of next-gen wireless technology and foster necessary consensus for the design of the first release of 6G.
Prior to her election as Chair, Diana served as Vice-Chair of RAN2 for two consecutive terms, and subsequently chaired individual sessions throughout 3GPP Release 15, Rel 16, Rel 17, and Rel 18, including specifications for the NR User Plane in the first release for 5G. Diana has been an active and consistent contributor to 3GPP RAN2 and has made demonstrable contributions to the wireless industry over three generations of cellular standards, including 3G, 4G and 5G, and beyond.
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FAQ
Who is Diana Pani and what is her role at InterDigital (IDCC)?
Diana Pani is the Vice President and Head of Wireless Standards at InterDigital, and has been re-elected as Chair of 3GPP’s Radio Access Network Working Group 2 (RAN2).
What technologies did RAN2 focus on during Diana Pani’s first term as Chair?
During her first term, RAN2 focused on 5G-Advanced technologies including AI/ML integration for mobility, ambient IoT, non-terrestrial networks, sidelink evolution, and quality of experience for XR applications.
What will be the focus of Diana Pani’s second term as RAN2 Chair?
Her second term will focus on furthering 5G-Advanced development and laying the foundation for 6G standards design.
What is the significance of the RAN2 working group in mobile technology?
RAN2 plays a crucial role in developing global mobile connectivity standards by defining signaling protocols and procedures that ensure devices and networks can seamlessly connect and communicate across generations of mobile technology.
What is Diana Pani’s experience in wireless standards development?
Diana Pani has 15 years of active participation in 3GPP, contributing to three generations of cellular standards (3G, 4G, and 5G) and serving as RAN2 Vice-Chair for two terms before becoming Chair.
