At the 2025 IEEE NFV-SDN Conference, another notable contribution was the paper “B5G Core Network Openness: A Proof of Concept Implementation of Location Reporting via Network Exposure Function.”

The researchers showcased a working proof of concept demonstrating how the Network Exposure Function (NEF) can securely and efficiently expose user location information to authorized third-party applications in Beyond 5G (B5G) networks.

Their implementation illustrates how core network openness, when managed through standardized APIs and fine-grained authorization, can enable innovative services—from smart mobility to public safety—without compromising privacy or security.