Season 3
As Europe sets ambitious goals for its connectivity policy, this session assessed the progress made thus far and explore the proximity to achieving these objectives. Our experts delved into the societal benefits of enhanced rural connectivity, discussing how it fosters economic growth, empowers communities, and bridges the digital divide. We also examined the technical challenges that arise in delivering connectivity to remote areas, exploring innovative solutions, the potential business case for rural connectivity and also highlighted the pivotal role of technology and innovation in realizing the vision of inclusive connectivity across rural Europe. Speakers: Maria Lema, CEO, Weaver Labs Juris Binde, President & Chairman of the Management Board, LMT Stanislav Prybytko, Head of the Mobile Broadband Department, Ministry of Digital Transformation of Ukraine Juliana Koza, Senior Manager Government Affairs, Qualcomm Sofianatos Gerasimos, Deputy Head of Unit B5, Investment in high-capacity networks, European Commission - Directorate General for Communications Networks Content and Technology Steve Davidson, Marketing Director Europe, Nokia
In this session, we delved into the ongoing debate surrounding the rollout of Open RAN technology and its relation to the future of 6G. Industry participants have raised concerns about rushing the deployment of Open RAN and argue that waiting for 6G could provide a more organic implementation. Our panelists critically examined these viewpoints, exploring whether they hold merit and considering the potential implications for the industry. We discussed real-world deployment examples that challenge this perspective, highlighting successful implementations of Open RAN in existing networks. Speakers: Will Townsend, Moor Insights & Strategy - Forbes Contributor, VP & Principal Analyst Timo Jokiaho, Red Hat, Telco Technologist Alexander Pabst, Rohde&Schwarz GmbH & Co. KG, Vice President Market Segment Wireless Communications Slawomir Pietrzyk, IS-Wireless, CEO and Founder David Taylor, UK Department for Science, Innovation, and Technology, Head of International Strategy - Telecoms Diversification & Future Telecoms
This was a lively panel discussion on the benefits and challenges of taking risks in public sector digitalization projects. Our panelists explored the possibility of adopting an agile approach to service delivery, which prioritizes user feedback and iteration over traditional, waterfall-style development processes. They also delved into the complexities of tender processes and how they can hinder or facilitate innovation in the public sector. Don’t miss this dynamic discussion that aims to unravel the intricate balance between risk mitigation and the pursuit of innovative digital solutions, paving the way for more effective and user-centric public sector initiatives. Speakers: Viesturs Celmins, Managing Director, VEFRESH Minna Säpyskä-Aalto, Senior Expert, The Baltic Institute of Finland / City of Tampere Iveta Strupkāja, Acting Director General, Investment and Development Agency of Latvia (LIAA) Kaili Tamm, Chief Digital Officer, Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications of Estonia Uldis Tatarčuks, CEO, Tet Ltd.
From advancements in cloud computing to the evolution of edge networks, we discussed the transformative impact of metaverse infrastructure on industries, economies, and user experiences. Our panel of experts explored the essential components that drive the metaverse’s growth and sustainability, including the development of robust network architectures, cutting-edge hardware technologies, scalable infrastructure solutions, as well as business models that underpin the metaverse’s expansion and the strategic partnerships that drive innovation in this space. Speakers: Madara Kalnina-Kalnmale, Co-founder, RedFrog, VR/AR Association Christoph Leuze, Director, Stanford University, Visualization Lab Walter Greenleaf, Neuroscientist, Stanford University, Stanford Virtual Human Interaction Lab Sylvia Lu, Corporate Strategy / Advisory Board, u-blox / UKTIN Ioannis Markopoulos, Head EU & International Business, NOVA ICT Paul Ceely, Director of Technology Strategy, Digital Catapult
6G needs to be a transformative technology that helps overcome our shared challenges, and incorporates the dimensions of sustainability, accessibility, and affordability. This can only happen in partnership between the public & private sectors and through international collaboration paving the way for standardisation. In this keynote, Erzsebet Fitori explained how 6G should serve as the foundation for a more connected, secure, and greener future – the European Path to 6G. This session was hosted by project Smart Networks and Services International and European Cooperation Ecosystem (SNS ICE), No 10109584.
While Open RAN offers numerous advantages, some stakeholders raise concerns about its security implications. This session delved into the risks and challenges posed by Open RAN deployments and explored strategies to mitigate potential security threats. Industry experts and security professionals shared their insights on best practices for ensuring secure Open RAN implementation while fostering innovation and maintaining an open ecosystem. Our panelists also shed light on the importance of proactive security approaches and collaboration in building robust and secure Open RAN architectures. Speakers: Andrii Degeler, Head of Media, The Next Web François Duthilleul, Telco Security Technologist, Red Hat Gunārs Danbergs, Vice President, CTO & Member of the Management Board, LMT Piotr Linke, Mobile Networks Security Consultant, Palo Alto Networks Gerry McQuaid, Director for Telecoms and Internet Security, Ofcom
While some industry participants argue that we are not yet close to a fully realized metaverse, proponents will highlight the multitude of virtual reality (VR) and mixed reality (XR) use cases to support the claim that the metaverse is already here. In this session, industry leaders engaged in a lively debate about the proximity of a functioning metaverse and its implications, while specifically exploring the role of 6G technology. This discussion aims to delve into the technical advancements required for a working metaverse and the potential role of 6G in shaping its development. Speakers: Marios Nicolaou, Business Development Director, p-NET Juliana Koza, Senior Manager Government Affairs, Qualcomm Lucia D’Acunto, Senior Researcher, TNO Paul Adams, Marketing Director, Nokia Jeff Melanson, Strategic Partner, Unity Technologies Pekka Rantala, Head of 6G Bridge Program, Business Finland
A special 5G Techritory Podcast episode for our Latvian listeners! Telecoms, connected devices, and other technologies processes generate an ever-increasing amount of data and increasingly depend on them. The value of smooth data flow and secure use by various parties is widely recognized. Our experts delve into non-technical challenges and concerns related to data use in academia, such as building trust between parties, developing procedures and contracts, and fostering understanding to allow flexible yet secure data use for experimental needs. Speakers: Kaspars Bērziņš, Data Strategy Leader, vpc.lv (Higher Education and Science IT Shared Service Centre) Sarmīte Mickeviča, Ris3 Expert, Ministry of Education and Science, Republic of Latvia Edgars Indriksons, Head of Data, Riga City Council Anna Vladimirova-Krjukova, Senior Associate, COBALT Legal Normunds Grūzītis, Lead Researcher, Head of AI Lab, Institute of Mathematics and Computer Science, University of Latvia
As industries become increasingly dependent on digital technologies, the demand for a skilled workforce continues to outpace supply. In this panel discussion, we explored the pressing issue of the shortage of digitally skilled professionals across industries and examine whether AI can provide a solution. Our panel of experts examined the potential of AI in bridging the skills gap while emphasizing the crucial aspect of governance and lawmaking. We discussed how AI can be harnessed to train, upskill, and reskill individuals, ensuring that regulatory frameworks and policies are in place to govern its implementation. Additionally, we addressed the risks associated with advancing in this direction, including concerns about job displacement, bias, ethical considerations, and the need for responsible and inclusive AI practices. Speakers: Ieva Treija, Editor in Chief, Labs of Latvia Luukas Kristjan Ilves, CIO, Estonian Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications Gatis Ozols, Undersecretary for Digital Transformation, Ministry of Environmental Protection and Regional Development Nick Johnson, Head, UKTIN Viktors Kupcis, Data Analytics Specialist, Google Cloud
With the exponential growth of IoT devices expected to reach 27 billion by 2025, the risks associated with their implementation have become increasingly critical. In this session, experts in the field will provide valuable insights into the future of cyber security in IoT and discuss effective strategies for mitigating the risk factors. Discover the latest advancements in IoT security technologies, threat landscape assessments, and best practices for ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of IoT ecosystems. Speakers: Álvaro Neira, Partner, Axon Egons Bušs, Security Director LMT Edgars Kiukucāns, Director of the Cybersecurity Policy Department, Ministry of Defence of Latvia Didzis Ozoliņš, Systems Engineer, Palo Alto Networks Dmitrijs Ņikitins, CTO, Tet Ltd.