GSMA Programs

Explore the expert summits and programs taking place at MWC Las Vegas 2023

Satellite and NTN Summit: Kicking into High Gear

    Date: September 26, 2023

    Time: 9:30 am - 12:30 pm

    Location: The HUB Innovation Stage, Las Vegas Convention Center

    Join us at the Satellite Summit to explore the transformative impact of satellite networks, driven by the inclusion of satellite connectivity in Apple's iPhone 14... (More Info)

    eSIM Summit – How eSIM is boosting connected industries

    Date: September 26, 2023

    Time: 11:30am – 1:45pm

    Location: W220, Las Vegas Convention Center

    All new smartphone models launched by Apple since 2018 have eSIM capability, but the iPhone 14 is the first to completely drop a physical SIM slot, albeit only on US models. To coincide with this, US operators are taking steps to raise awareness of eSIM services... (More Info)

    Sustainability Summit: Towards a Green Horizon

    Date: September 26, 2023

    Time: 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    Location: The HUB Innovation Stage, Las Vegas Convention Center

    As the mobile industry is rapidly evolving, sustainability has emerged as the #1 strategic priority for 85% of telco operators... (More Info)

    5G Futures Summit - The Evolution of the 5G Era

    Date: September 26, 2023

    Time: 2:30pm – 5:30pm

    Location: W225, Las Vegas Convention Center

    In less than four years from standardisation, 5G adoption has accelerated and roll out is now in full swing. The 5G Era began to scale in 2020, and now in 2023 5G has launched in 89 countries and deployed by 257 Operators - that covers 50% of global markets and as of today over a third... (More Info)

    5G IoT Summit

    Date: September 27, 2023

    Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm

    Location: W229, Las Vegas Convention Center

    The 5G IoT Summit will return to MWC23 Las Vegas this September with a focus on the Energy and Environment. Energy and the Environment are the biggest topics affecting everyone on the planet right now. As an industry have ready-made solutions that will automate on how we deal... (More Info)

    Private Wireless: A New Era in Enterprise Mobility, Automation and Productivity

    Date: September 27, 2023

    Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm

    Location: Las Vegas Convention Center, West Hall, 2nd Floor

    Private Wireless Networks are redefining enterprise mobility. With multiple technology options available beyond Wi-Fi, enterprises are rapidly moving towards a wireless first approach to IT and OT transformation... (More info)

    Security Summit - Strengthening Mobile Ecosystem Security

    Date: September 27, 2023

    Time: 2:00pm - 5:30pm

    Location: W220, Las Vegas Convention Center

    5G promises the potential to deliver transformative next generation services for both consumer and enterprises. Against the backdrop of a challenging cybersecurity landscape, this summit will discuss the significant challenges in delivering a safe trustworthy, and secure 5G experience... (More Info)

    Open Gateway DevCon

    Date: September 27, 2023
    Time: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Location: The HUB Innovation Stage, Las Vegas Convention Center

    Join us at the GSMA’s Open Gateway DevCon to inspire innovative connectivity solutions that offer new services and functionality... (More Info) 

    SEC CON - Securing Telecoms in Times of Conflict

    Date: September 27, 2023

    Time: 9:30am - 12:30pm

    Location: W220, Las Vegas Convention Center

    The GSMA was created on the common understanding to build and operate a world-wide mobile telecommunication network without borders. Today, international changes in communication security and supply chain resilience are at the fore front of the evolution of telecommunication... (More info)

    5G Connected Car Summit

      Date: September 28, 2023

      Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

      Location: W225, Las Vegas Convention Center

      With the recent FCC ruling granting waivers that permits the deployment of C-V2X (Cellular Vehicle-to-Everything) technology, next generation 5G and its role in a new era in automotive and transportation once again moves into the spotlight... (More Info)

      Second Post Quantum Network Seminar

      Date: September 28, 2023

      Time: 10:00am - 12:30pm

      Location: Room W233 (Theatre 7), Las Vegas Convention Center

      Join us for the Second Post Quantum Network Seminar at MWC Las Vegas! The GSMA published a first Impact Assessment Whitepaper in February 2023, highlighting the security challenges and opportunities posed by the relentless pace of development in Quantum technologies... (More Info)