emnify announced new progress in next-generation connectivity through its participation in ORIGAMI, an EU-funded research initiative focused on building the architectural foundations for future 6G mobile networks. The company, known for its cloud-native approach to global IoT connectivity, is contributing real-world operator use cases that aim to help shape key components of a more intelligent, secure, and globally unified communications infrastructure.
The ORIGAMI program brings together major European research institutions and technology partners, including Telefónica Research, NEC Laboratories Europe, and the University of Würzburg. Backed by the European Commission under the Smart Networks and Services Joint Undertaking within the Horizon Europe framework, the project is designed to advance the industry’s readiness for the 6G era.
It is centered on developing new architectural elements, including a Global Service-Based Architecture, a Zero-Trust Exposure Layer, and a Compute Continuum Layer, each intended to support ultra-low latency, secure interoperability, large-scale device communication, and seamless integration between terrestrial and satellite networks.
emnify is serving as the project’s use-case provider for global operator environments, applying its expertise in IoT connectivity to demonstrate how next-generation platforms can reduce complexity, increase transparency, and strengthen security for enterprises deploying connected devices worldwide. The company is also engaging directly with academic partners to support practical testing and evaluation of emerging 6G concepts.
Earlier this year, emnify hosted the ORIGAMI consortium meeting in Würzburg ahead of the project’s mid-term review. During the review, the company introduced a new observability platform designed to monitor latency and availability across globally distributed roaming partners. The demonstration highlighted the potential of emnify’s technology to provide deeper visibility across international networks, a critical requirement for 6G performance and reliability.
Beyond its work in ORIGAMI, emnify recently secured approval for a separate research initiative, NaSA-OMI. Funded by the Bavarian Ministry of Economic Affairs, Regional Development and Energy in collaboration with the University of Würzburg, the program is exploring Network Intelligence and Non-Terrestrial Networks, including architectures that integrate low-Earth-orbit satellite connectivity. The initiative applies advanced AI techniques to detect anomalies, strengthen network security, and improve reliability, reflecting the company’s continued pursuit of innovation across IoT and future mobile systems.
Together, ORIGAMI and NaSA-OMI demonstrate emnify’s broader strategy of combining industry expertise, academic partnerships, and long-term research investments to prepare the company and its customers for the next generation of global connectivity. By contributing infrastructure knowledge, operational insights, and applied research, emnify continues to position itself at the forefront of the evolving 6G ecosystem.
KEY QUOTES
“We’re not only preparing for the 6G era – we’re helping define how IoT devices will connect, communicate and stay secure on a global scale.”
Artur Michalczyk, Chief Technology Officer at emnify
“At emnify, we believe that deep collaboration between industry and academia is key to shaping the networks of the future. By contributing real-world IoT operator use cases to ORIGAMI, we’re ensuring that 6G architectures evolve to better support global providers like us – and ultimately, empower enterprises worldwide.”
Martin Giess, Co-founder and Founding CTO at emnify
“Collaborations like NaSA-OMI enable us to look beyond current product capabilities and develop the building blocks for the next generation of IoT connectivity. emnify’s practical experience with a broad range of IoT use cases and device types brings invaluable insight to our research.”
Prof. Tobias Hoßfeld, Chair of Communication Networks at the University of Würzburg
