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S1E3

In this episode, Simon Woodhead shares almost 30-year evolution of Simwood from pioneering SMS in the '90s to building next-gen global voice infrastructure.

We dive into:

• Why voice ≠ telephony anymore

• The “potato” that’s reshaping global telecom

• How Simwood is helping operators thrive in a post-SBC world

• The real opportunities at the intersection of voice and AI

If you're in telecom, you don’t want to miss this one.

S1E2

NetLync is transforming the telecom industry with its cloud-native Entitlements-as-a-Service (ES), enabling wireless carriers to roll out advanced mobile features like eSIM transfer, RCS messaging, and Apple Watch pairing in weeks, not months.

Key benefits:

✅ Faster Deployments – Cut 6–12 month timelines to just weeks using existing carrier resources.

✅ Enhanced Security – High-level encryption (EAP-AKA) and secure device authentication.

✅ Cost-Efficiency – Significant savings with scalable, secure solutions.

✅ RCS & Cross-Platform Messaging – Explosive growth in traffic, bringing iMessage-like experiences to Android and iOS.

As SMS declines and RCS rises, carriers adopting this tech are future-proofing their networks and delivering a superior user experience. The future of telco is cloud-native, secure, and user-first. 

S1E1

Subsea connectivity is the silent backbone of our digital world, carrying over 95% of global internet traffic.

As demand for capacity explodes, we face a critical question: are we building enough cables to keep up? Conversation with Shamil Gabitov, Head of Wholesale Business for the Middle East and Africa at China Unicom Europe, offers valuable insights into today’s pressing questions...

Device Entitlements - How It Impacts the Mobile Industry is a special episode dedicated to mobile carriers. Emir Aboulhosn, CEO of NetLync, and Gary Waite, Product Evangelist from NetLync, will discuss why customer experiences vary so much depending on which carrier you sign up with.

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Let's listen to insights from female experts in the telecommunication sector, their career path and challenges behind it.

On today‘s agenda you will learn:

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Today‘s spotlight:

- How new technologies reshape the wholesale business.

- How cybersecurity is changing its role and objectives.

- Which role for private and public 5G/6G networks for Telcos and Enterprises.

And much more! Follow the conversation with Erik van Stokkom and learn the latest news from telco industry.

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In today's agenda, we are excited to introduce the Managing Director of LANCK TELECOM - Alexey Yanson.

Gain valuable insights from Alexey and other industry leaders in person by joining our upcoming events!

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Today hot topic on a table!

Erik van Stokkom will discuss new opportunities and challenges in the IOT Market together with:

Angelo de Paiva, Carrier Relations Director at Telecall Brasil and Edwin van Ireland, CEO of Voice & Mobile at iBasis.

How IOT players are addressing the demand for global IOT connectivity? Tune in now to learn more!

Our today‘s guest:

Darwin Evans, Senior Director of Product Line Management, Ciena,

Luca Luchesini, Head of Nokia Subsea,

Javier Iloret, Senior Proficient Capacity & Submarine Cables, ZOI,

Masaaki Hirano, Product Manager for Optical Fibre, Sumitomo,

Afrim Beka, Director Submarine Network Solutions, Infinera.

Experts in the field gathered to cover one of the most important topics in Telecom Industry. They will share:

Watch the keynote presentation from Ciena here!

- Next-generation planning and partnership in the digital era to meet future demand,

- how does Green Financing help datacentre‘s operators and the importance of Oman as a strategic submarine connecting global hub,

- how can a reliable peering ecosystem ensure increased network resilience.

Those and much more you will hear today from:

Huda Said Mohammed AlGhabshi, HOD-Data and Connectivity, ZOI,

Kamel Al-Tawil, Managing Director MENA Business, Equinix,

Brendan Press, CCO, GBI,

Noha Cok-Khalifa, Regional Director MENA, AMS-IX,

Ahmed Mosa, Head of Carrier & Wholesale, Awasr.

Watch now full keynote presentations from Kamel Al-Tawil and Brendan Press here!