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In-Network Compute Broker (INCB)

Decentralized Compute and Communication Arbitration Engine in 6G

Core network function that auctions, schedules, and balances real-time compute workloads across cell towers, edge servers, and end-user devices.

Technical Explanation

The In-Network Compute Broker (INCB) treats computing power as a tradable, allocable telecommunication resource alongside radio spectrum. When millions of devices request AI model inference, holographic rendering, or physics simulations, the INCB arbitrates across heterogeneous compute providers (telco edge, cloud hyperscalers, neutral hosts, and idle user smartphones). It allocates workloads to the lowest-cost, lowest-latency node with microsecond precision.

Key Functions

  • Arbitrates computing power dynamically across heterogeneous edge and cloud servers
  • Bonds computational task execution with 6G low-latency network slice routing
  • Monitors real-time GPU/NPU utilization, memory bandwidth, and thermal headroom
  • Enables decentralized micro-billing for outsourced computing power
Specifications
ITU-T Y.3180 (Computing Power Network), 3GPP Rel-19 INCB Architecture
Interfaces
Compute Telemetry InterfaceCaaS Pricing BrokerUPF Traffic Steering

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