2028 Keynote: Where’s the next big bet for international connectivity?

The wholesale telecoms industry is on the cusp of a technological revolution. An unprecedented wave of transformation, driven by the rise of AI, 5G-enabled services, and the demand for ultra-low-latency global connectivity is fast-tracking bold, existential decision-making around where to allocate resources. The risks of betting on the wrong trends are high. How can wholesale leaders identify winning strategies? This panel will bring together those at the pinnacle of their fields to share foresight and predictions around the following questions:

• Which future-ready business models and bleeding-edge technologies such as AI-driven networks, quantum communications, and satellite 5G hybrids hold the most promise?
• How will business models evolve? Will integrated digital services and NaaS take off?

• How can carriers position for growth in areas such as edge computing, private 5G and IoT?