Reports and Coverage

Establishing the next generation of innovative leaders is essential for continuous advancement in the digital era. Moderated by Telecom Review Group’s Senior Journalist, Elvi Correos, the fireside chat titled ‘The Role of AI and Advanced Technologies in Empowering the Youth by du Youth Council,’ held on day two, 11^th December, 2024, of the Telecom Review Leaders’ Summit, held at the Ritz-Carlton, Dubai,  brought together du’s Manager UI Design Lead, Maha Almarzooqi, and Trainee Engineer for Broadcasting Operations, Rashid Alsaadi, to discuss the strategies for education and training in the ICT sector for the youth.

In a compelling keynote during the 18^th edition of the Telecom Review Leaders’ Summit, Marco Lichtfous, Managing Director at PMP Strategy Luxembourg, delivered a thought-provoking message about the evolving role of the communications industry.

On the first day of the 18th Telecom Review Leaders’ Summit, held on December 10-11, 2024, at the Ritz-Carlton in Dubai, experts on the Telecom Review Leaders’ panel explored key priorities for today's ICT leaders. The discussions focused on strategies for drafting and executing policies influenced by AI, analyzing its role in technological evolution, and examining the impact of 5G-Advanced on the ICT sector.

The TRS-24 panel, titled ‘World First 5G-A Region Sets Sail,’ began with an opening speech by Toni Eid, Founder of Telecom Review Group, and CEO of Trace Media International, who highlighted the transformative role of 5G-Advanced (5G-A) within the 5G ecosystem.

Eng. Tariq Al Awadhi, Executive Director of the Spectrum Affairs Department at TDRA, officially presented the opening keynote on the 10^th of December, 2024, at the 18^th edition of the Telecom Review Leaders’ Summit, held at the Ritz-Carlton in Dubai.

On December 10^th, day one of the 18^th edition of the Telecom Review Leaders' Summit, Sylvain Seignour, President of Netcracker Technology, and Issam Eid, CMO Africa, Levant, KSA, and Qatar, Telecom Review Group, discussed the evolving role of telecom operators in a digital-first world.

In recent years, women have made valuable contributions to the ICT industry, delivering innovative solutions and driving technological advancements. At the 18^th edition of the Telecom Review Leaders’ Summit, the panel ‘Women in ICT’ brought together a distinguished lineup of leaders who shared insights into the evolving role of women in the ICT sector.

As a wrap-up to the 18^th edition of the Telecom Review Leaders’ Summit, Telecom Review Group organized its Excellence Awards ceremony to recognize exceptional global and regional companies, along with industry leaders, for their innovative initiatives and influential contributions throughout 2024.

Mikko Lavanti’s keynote at the 18^th edition of the Telecom Review Leaders’ Summit was a compelling narrative of innovation, resilience, and human-centric leadership shaping the wireless future of the Middle East and Africa (MEA).

The panel ‘Wholesale Industry’s Significant Influence in the Era of Multi-Connectivity,’ moderated by Georges Jaber, Vice President of Wholesale and Business Development at Salam, featured leading experts who explored the pivotal role of the wholesale and capacity industry in a digitally connected world.