CIO Summit
The digital transformation of the world is well underway. Changing customer demands, the drive for automation, and promise of the data rich CIO office means an even greater emphasis in the enterprise for a well-connected, AI-enabled, purpose driven will be the real game changer for that competitive edge. Intelligence made possible by connectivity and automation is the hallmark of the CIO. Navigating this sea of ‘transformational technologies’ is the objective of The CIO Summat at MWC Las Vegas. This invitation only event is designed to equip enterprise CIOs to fully engage in the new way of managing people, data, workflows and a digital environment. Content will focus on how to utilize machine learning, computer vision, wireless networking, and other technologies to solve some of the thorniest challenges faced by every enterprise.
Fintech Summit
According to recent research, between now and 2028, revenues in the fintech industry are expected to grow almost three times faster than those in the traditional banking sector. This growth has spurred innovation in a number of new and exciting fields such as conversational and social commerce, embedded finance, blockchain, Insurtech and autonomous retail. However, this innovation is not without it’s challenges. Join us as our experts explore current use cases showing how this innovation is building a new era of financial tech, whilst establishing trust with sophisticated new technologies used to detect and prevent fraud such as biometric authentication software and open APIs.
Health Tech Summit
Rapid digital transformation and evolving healthcare needs are the driving force of health tech innovation which is predicted to reach of $504.4 billion by 2025. This surge is fueled by essential applications such as telemedicine, remote patient monitoring, and the use of AI, all of which demand secure and reliable connectivity to boost operational efficiency across healthcare institutions. We invite you to join our gathering of healthcare experts and IT professionals from hospitals and healthcare facilities. Together, we'll delve into the most transformative connected technologies in healthcare today. Our discussions will highlight best practices for deploying and utilizing robust network infrastructure, with a focus on private 5G, to enhance patient care delivery and improve overall healthcare outcomes.
5G IoT Summit
With new and evolving connectivity choices in the Internet of Things, this summit will help to demystify the choices that customers and CSP’s face in making IoT Solutions as simple as possible so that IoT becomes mainstream in the customers products and operations. We will explore how RedCap in IoT is emerging in some markets and the benefits and features it will provide. How NTN Operators are scaling up commercial operations and partnering with Mobile Network Operators to provide extensive coverage capabilities to meet customer needs. We shall look at new case studies and solutions that other new technologies will bring e.g. Ambient IoT, making it easier for customers’ needs in security, geography and connectivity in IoT.
eSIM Summit
Since the announcement eSIM-only iPhone in the US in 2022, the growing eSIM Ecosystem have been positively impacted after two years. According to the GSMA intelligence, there will be 1 billion eSIM smartphone connections by 2025 and by 2028, over 50% of smartphone connections will use eSIM.
During this summit, we will bring together industry experts to talk about the eSIM Ecosystem market, including Consumer and IoT, what challenges have been faced, the enhancement on the user experiences and how the eSIM is kept up with sustainability requirements. Additionally, we will know whether there is something missing to ensure this technology is ready to scale, providing the security required for the incoming technologies e.g.: AI, Quantum computers, and meeting the requirements required for the variety of the connected devices.
Retail Summit
The United States today is home to the top three retail companies of the world, but to stay on top, innovation, clever network integration and digital transformation is imperative. In an era where consumer expectations are continually evolving, and digitalization is reshaping traditional business models, retail executives are embracing mobile technologies to revolutionize retail operations, driving sales and fostering brand loyalty in real time. From streamlining process management systems, to the introduction of contactless payments, to securing data and offering personalized shopping experiences, we will showcase cutting-edge innovations shaping the future of mobile commerce in the US retail market. Join us as we take a look how enterprise mobility is using mobile technologies to empower the retail sector to drive revenue, and engage and delight consumers at every touchpoint.
Manufacturing Summit
Join us as we delve into the role of 5G and connected technology in enabling the transformation of traditional manufacturing facilities into intelligent, connected ecosystems. During these sessions we will discuss how connectivity is facilitating the collection, transmission, and analysis of massive volumes of data in real-time, enabling predictive analytics, AI-driven insights, imperative for driving automation and robotics in the manufacturing process. We will also look at how these connected technologies are propelling Industry 4.0 ambition forward with the use of IoT-enabled sensors, robotics, AI and automation, to optimize manufacturing operations and workforce management, increasing productivity and safety, and providing faster delivery of customized, on-demand products to market.
Connected Car Summit
5G is enabling a world where everyone and everything can be intelligently connected – including passenger cars, public transit, freight and logistics (long-distance, middle-mile, and local delivery), service and maintenance vehicles, airports, mining and farming.
Car manufacturers increasingly provide connected car infotainment, safety, and utility services to create new digital revenue streams and enhanced customer experiences. Fleet managers and start-ups are leveraging IoT/Cellular plans to deliver new data services to vehicles-in-operation.
All stakeholders in the emerging hyper-connected automotive and transportation ecosystem will gain a future-view of the road ahead at the Connected Car Summit at MWC Las Vegas and how the mobile technology ecosystem will serve the entire transportation sector with the innovation that delivered the mobile and smartphone revolution.
Connected Aviation Summit
Over the last decade there have been significant tech developments in the aviation industry, for instance, cutting edge avionics, AI-driven predictive maintenance systems, smart airports and advanced air mobility solutions, all of which will lead the way towards a smarter, safer and more sustainable aviation and airport system. At the heart of this transformation is the essential role of robust and pervasive private wireless connectivity. This connectivity underpins the seamless flow of actionable data from various sensors and systems, facilitating proactive decision-making and operational enhancements through layered AI. This evolution not only benefits direct stakeholders but significantly improves the travel experience for billions of passengers, navigating them through a vastly more efficient and user-friendly environment.
Sports & Entertainment Summit
The Sports & Entertainment industry has always been big business, but that business is now working hand in hand with the connected world. As a CIO in the industry, you have seen advancements such as mobile edge computing, C-band expansion, and private networks over the past few years. This has had a huge impact on many areas including content creation and distribution, enabling the building of smart venues and arenas, and has created safer and quicker frictionless payments on site.
Join the experts and your peers to discuss what's next when it comes to building of a more immersive world-class fan experience, improving fan engagement and delivering more lucrative and personalized experiences.
U.S. Dept. of Defense 5G Summit
The US Government’s digital modernization strategy is the focus of the Dept. of Defense 5G Summit at MWC Las Vegas. Working with DOD 5G and Future G leadership, this day-long series of educational sessions focuses on powerful, open, reliable and secure communications networks that will provide the foundation for adoption of AI, Cloud, XR and other technologies. 5G and future G are the foundation.
Industry and government attendees will learn more from Dept. of Defense leadership about their vision, objectives, standards and applications of advanced wireless systems will improve preparedness and value for service members and to communicate in mission-critical operations anytime, anywhere.
Private Networks Summit
As the demands for network speed, low latency and security continue to grow in enterprise environments, so too does the interest in Private Networks. During this summit, we look to explore how Private Networks differ from traditional cellular networks, offering enhanced security, low latency, high bandwidth, and network slicing capabilities. We will also discuss the relationship with edge computing to digitally transform enterprise operations and industry 4.0. This tech can, and will enable secure critical communications and seamless connectivity in challenging environments, including indoor spaces, remote locations, and areas with high network traffic. Let’s explore!
Non-Terrestrial Network Summit
As traditional terrestrial networks face limitations in coverage, capacity, and scalability, we look for a new path, a path that can help overcome these confines. Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTNs), including satellite, aerial, and stratospheric platforms, can offer innovative solutions to bridge these connectivity gaps and enable seamless communication in remote, underserved, and challenging environments. While 2022 and 2023 were spent on LEO constellation service performance trials, along with making distribution deals between satellite groups and mobile operators, 2024 will see a transition to commercial launches and services. With this, we should finally begin to gain an understanding of how impactful satellite broadband can be to end users and operators, alike, however, the stakes are higher than ever before and competitive dynamics will shift into overdrive as the market finally becomes real.
Enterprise AI Summit
The integration of AI in the enterprise sector has proven to be a game-changer, elevating operational efficiencies, enhancing customer interactions, and driving unprecedented services and product innovation across industries. However, as enterprises are continuously advancing AI in business, the challenge of implementing and scaling these solutions sustainably and ethically becomes increasingly critical.
Join us at the Enterprise AI Summit, where we convene industry leaders, CIOs, Chief Data Officers, AI pioneers, and business strategists from across the globe to dissect the impact of AI in the enterprise world. This session will provide a deep dive into successful case studies, address the challenges associated with AI adoption in the business landscape, and cover the essential infrastructures required for successful AI implementation. Furthermore, we will also discover how the use of AI has the potential to revive telco revenue streams, helping them find their seat within the value chain.
Network Security Summit
As mobile communication technology has become a critical link for all consumer and commercial utilities and services around the world, Cybercriminals have become more aggressive than ever before. With this, vulnerabilities in enterprises are being exposed daily and vendors are responding with new technologies to counteract! Join us as we take a look into the current landscape of network security and the multifaceted challenges facing modern enterprises in safeguarding their critical assets against a relentless barrage of cyber threats. We will bring together CIOs, IT professionals, cybersecurity experts, AI innovators, and more to exchange knowledge on the best practices, risk management strategies, and the latest advancements in security technologies to fortify your enterprise's network against network threats.
Open Gateway & DevCon Summit
Today, telcos collect vast amounts of data related to devices and network operations; and with the aid of Network APIs, access to this valuable resource can be opened up, removing the complexities and fostering collaboration, innovation and monetization of this evolving landscape.
Come and join our Open Gateway & DevCon Summit, designed to inspire innovation, spark creativity, and open the doors to the transformative potential of Network APIs. It’s a gathering of developers, by developers, for developers and attendees can expect to gain valuable insights, practical knowledge, and a clear understanding of how to enhance and deploy services more quickly across carrier networks via a single point of access to the world’s largest connectivity platform.
Enterprise Sustainability Summit
The value delivered by digital transformation is massive and well-understood: productivity, operational efficiency, customer experience and service velocity gains, but it comes at a cost: energy consumption. This doesn’t mean that Sustainability is something enterprises can ignore. To the contrary it only escalates its strategic importance.
Join us at the Enterprise Sustainability Summit, featuring an esteemed speaker panel including CIOs, Chief Digital Officers, Chief Network Architects, and the key stakeholders who are driving the digital revolution in enterprises. This summit will delve into the critical question: Why must enterprises embed sustainability strategies into their digital transformation journey? While we examine the impact of circularity initiatives and new network architecture, attendees will gain valuable insights as our speakers provide CXO-level guidance on incorporating sustainable practices into enterprise digital transformation to pave the way to foster a more resilient and responsible business landscape.
Post Quantum Summit
Cryptographically relevant Quantum computers will be able to break the encryption commonly used to protect networks and customer data. The telco industry needs to prepare for the Quantum era and plan for the transition towards post Quantum cryptography. This process affects the entire telecom supply chain and ecosystem: Operators, network and IT vendors, integrators, standards and open-source communities.
This open Seminar will provide perspectives from Operators, Vendors, Standardisation Bodies and Governments on the following areas: Eco-system update – focussing on progress, challenges and new developments, the steps which need to be taken by network operators to prepare for migration to post Quantum cryptography and a perspective on the key dependencies, new product and service opportunities.
Metaverse
As the market builds out a consumer metaverse value proposition, enterprise applications have an advantage – ROI tied to real world demands. At the same time, against the backdrop of nascent uptake, any enterprise investing in the Metaverse needs to understand key dynamics.
- Progress: How is the industry advancing in bringing the Metaverse to enterprises?
- Verticals: Which verticals are seeing the most success? In which can the Metaverse be most impactful?
- Devices: Are the current crop of devices capable of solid Metaverse experiences?
- Leaders: Who are the industry’s enterprise Metaverse leaders and what can they teach us.