Technical papers
Up to 6 pages each (excluding references and appendices)
Machine Learning/CORE Unranked
AI4NextG @ ICML 2026
Second Workshop of AI4NextG @ ICML 2026: AI and ML for Next-Generation Wireless
AI4NextG @ ICML 2026 is a workshop focused on the intersection of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning with next-generation wireless communications and networking, particularly targeting 6G and WiFi 9 standards. It aims to bridge the gap between AI/ML researchers and wireless communications experts by fostering collaboration on AI-native designs, deployable solutions, and cross-layer optimizations for future wireless ecosystems.
Key deadlines
Verified September 9, 2026Full paper
May 5, 2026
AoE
Workshop timeline
Submission and decisions
Full paperKey deadline
May 5, 2026 · AoE
Paper fit
Contribution paths
A strong submission should clearly identify its contribution and evaluate it appropriately.
Vision/position papers
Up to 4 pages each (excluding references and appendices)
Demo papers
Up to 2 pages each (excluding references and appendices)
Research areas in scope
01
Key Themes
AI-native protocol and architecture design for 6G and WiFi 8/9Reinforcement learning for dynamic spectrum access and resource allocationLLMs, foundation models, and AI agents for wireless ecosystemsOnline learning and adaptation under real-time and uncertain wireless environmentsData-efficient learning and representation for sparse, high-dimensional wireless signalsAI for network planning, self-optimization, and fault prediction in wireless networksCross-layer ML-driven optimizations for joint sensing, control, and communicationCo-design of hardware and ML algorithms for low-power and real-time wireless AITrustworthy and explainable AI in high-stakes communication systemsAI for 3GPP standardization and next-generation protocol designIndustry-academia co-design and deployment of AI for wireless networks
Policies worth checking twice
- All submissions must use the official ICML 2026 LaTeX style file
- All submissions must be double-anonymous (no author names or identifying information)
- Submissions must be made via OpenReview
- Every author must have an OpenReview account prior to submission
- New OpenReview profiles without institutional email require moderation (up to two weeks)
- Workshop is non-archival with no formal proceedings
- Submissions are allowed even if the manuscript is under review at an archival conference or journal
- Camera-ready deadline is after the workshop (July 31, 2026 AoE)
Official sources
Compiled from the official call for papers. The organizers’ pages remain authoritative.
Last verified September 9, 2026