DSP Leaders Forum 2026 | TelecomTVhttps://www.telecomtv.com/content/dsp-leaders-forum-2026/The latest DSP Leaders Forum 2026 content from TelecomTVDSP Leaders World Forum 2026 Event Recaphttps://www.telecomtv.com/content/dsp-leaders-forum-report/dsp-leaders-world-forum-2026-event-recap-55604/https://www.telecomtv.com/content/dsp-leaders-forum-report/dsp-leaders-world-forum-2026-event-recap-55604/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:45:38 +0000app-form .control-label { display: none; } app-form .col-sm-9 { flex: 0 0 100%; max-width: 100%; } app-form .offset-sm-3 { margin-left: 0; } app-form .form-control::placeholder { color: #9ca5b0; } app-form .alert.alert-success { display: none; } .card-block>.row>.col.pt-3 { padding-top: 0 !important; } .card-block:nth-child(2) { margin-top: 0 !important; } .content-date { display: none; } .content-info { border: none !important; } article.card h1.card-title { border: none !important; } .registration-title { display: none; } @media (min-width: 576px) { .content-info { width: 220px; float: right; } article.card h1.card-title { float: left; width: calc(100% - 220px); margin-bottom: 0 !important; padding-bottom: 10px; } }
]]>Key editorial insights from DSP Leaders World Forum https://www.telecomtv.com/content/dsp-leaders-forum/rethinking-apis-for-agentic-operations-annd-accelerating-the-ai-native-telco-55520/https://www.telecomtv.com/content/dsp-leaders-forum/rethinking-apis-for-agentic-operations-annd-accelerating-the-ai-native-telco-55520/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 10:20:35 +0000In this Extra Shot episode from DSP Leaders World Forum, Tony Poulos is joined by . They discuss  . - Broadcast live 20 May 2026Tony PoulosIn this episode of the Extra Shot, the TelecomTV editorial team reflects on the DSP Leaders World Forum in Windsor, examining the transition from AI proof-of-concepts to commercial deployment based on Orange’s experience. They discuss the industry confidence issues raised by Neil McRae, the critical role of organisational culture in technology adoption, and successful cross-sector collaboration between automotive and financial services industries. The team also highlights how AI has become a central theme to every discussion and emphasises the need for both top-down and bottom-up approaches to drive meaningful change in telecommunications.

Broadcast live 20 May 2026

]]>6G standardisation begins as operators seek AI-native networkshttps://www.telecomtv.com/content/dsp-leaders-forum/6g-standardisation-begins-as-operators-seek-ai-native-networks-55601/https://www.telecomtv.com/content/dsp-leaders-forum/6g-standardisation-begins-as-operators-seek-ai-native-networks-55601/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:24:20 +0000In this Extra Shot episode from DSP Leaders World Forum, Tony Poulos is joined by . They discuss  . - Broadcast live 19 May 2026Tony Poulos

In this episode of the Extra Shot, senior executives from the NGMN Alliance, Marlis Consulting and BT examine the current state of 6G standardisation and its relationship with AI development. The discussion covers operator-driven requirements for 6G networks, the concept of AI-native infrastructure and the significant cultural shifts telcos face as AI transforms work processes. They explore the role of a number of standards bodies, the need for flexible network design to accommodate unpredictable AI workloads, and look at how organisations must adapt procurement and operational processes to match accelerated technology cycles.

 

Broadcast live 20 May 2026

]]>Connected cars, V2X and the challenge of global connectivityhttps://www.telecomtv.com/content/dsp-leaders-forum/telcos-face-data-sovereignty-costs-and-ai-network-demands-55602/https://www.telecomtv.com/content/dsp-leaders-forum/telcos-face-data-sovereignty-costs-and-ai-network-demands-55602/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 15:32:00 +0000Explore V2X connectivity, bridging telco and automotive industries, data flows via cellular and satellite networksTony PoulosFollowing session seven, Tony Poulos discusses connected car fundamentals with three of the panellists – Jaguar Land Rover’s Professor Colin Lee, the 5GAA's Maxime Flament and Orange Business's Patrick Jeanbart. They explore V2X connectivity, bridging telco and automotive industries, data flows via cellular and satellite networks, and the critical need for 100% connectivity amidst global regulatory and roaming challenges.

Broadcast live 19 May 2026

]]>Network edge struggles to find sweet spot as AI and trust emerge as key drivershttps://www.telecomtv.com/content/dsp-leaders-forum/network-edge-struggles-to-find-sweet-spot-as-ai-and-trust-emerge-as-key-drivers-55600/https://www.telecomtv.com/content/dsp-leaders-forum/network-edge-struggles-to-find-sweet-spot-as-ai-and-trust-emerge-as-key-drivers-55600/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 15:27:35 +0000In this episode of the Extra Shot, at the DSP Leaders World Forum, senior technology experts examine the current state of network edge computing, which has …Tony Poulos

In this episode of the Extra Shot, at the DSP Leaders World Forum, senior technology experts examine the current state of network edge computing, which has yet to find its commercial sweet spot despite numerous use cases. The discussion covers how telcos are positioning themselves as trust infrastructure for financial services through network APIs, moving beyond traditional connectivity roles. Key themes include the balance between edge, cloud and on-premises deployment, the importance of data security over low latency, and how network APIs are enabling new applications in fraud prevention and payment processing.

Broadcast live 19 May 2026

]]>Overcoming digital sovereignty and AI infrastructure hurdleshttps://www.telecomtv.com/content/dsp-leaders-forum/overcoming-digital-sovereignty-and-ai-infrastructure-hurdles-55599/https://www.telecomtv.com/content/dsp-leaders-forum/overcoming-digital-sovereignty-and-ai-infrastructure-hurdles-55599/Wed, 03 Jun 2026 16:38:10 +0000In this Extra Shot discussion, experts examine the practical challenges of digital sovereignty, from controlling data movement to managing supply chain dive…Tony PoulosIn this Extra Shot discussion, experts examine the practical challenges of digital sovereignty, from controlling data movement to managing supply chain diversity. They explore whether true data sovereignty is achievable, the costs enterprises will pay for certainty, and how telecom operators can partner with hyperscalers. The conversation also addresses AI’s impact on network infrastructure, exploring whether current networks can handle AI traffic demands and how quality of service requirements may challenge net neutrality principles.

Broadcast live 19 May 2026

]]>Moving beyond AI pilots to business transformationhttps://www.telecomtv.com/content/dsp-leaders-forum/scaling-ai-deployments-and-the-evolution-of-network-automation-55514/https://www.telecomtv.com/content/dsp-leaders-forum/scaling-ai-deployments-and-the-evolution-of-network-automation-55514/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 14:13:13 +0000 Industry experts discuss scaling AI deployments in telecoms, emphasising cultural change over technology focus.Tony PoulosIn this episode of the Extra Shot, industry experts examine the challenges faced by telecom operators when scaling AI deployments. The discussion reveals concerns about the industry’s technology-focused approach, with speakers advocating for cultural change and business-led frameworks. Key themes include moving beyond proof-of-concept pilots, improving data sharing between IT and infrastructure teams, and developing flexible, partnership-based infrastructure strategies. The panel emphasises that AI should be viewed as a tool for better decision-making rather than an end goal, and that operators should focus on business processes and customer outcomes.

Broadcast live 19 May 2026

]]>Telco data challenges are hampering AI-native network progresshttps://www.telecomtv.com/content/dsp-leaders-forum/data-foundations-for-ai-native-networks-and-cloud-native-beyond-the-core-55515/https://www.telecomtv.com/content/dsp-leaders-forum/data-foundations-for-ai-native-networks-and-cloud-native-beyond-the-core-55515/Mon, 01 Jun 2026 15:40:08 +0000Industry experts examine why fragmented telco data continues to hinder AI implementation and cloud-native network operations.Tony PoulosIn this episode of the Extra Shot, industry experts from Everpure, Luth Computer, Telefónica and examine the persistent challenges facing telcos in terms of data quality and fragmentation. They discuss how legacy systems, inconsistent data formats across different network technologies and organisational silos create barriers to AI implementation and cloud-native operations. The panel explores why decades of data standardisation efforts have failed to resolve these issues and looks at the realistic prospects for operators to complete their cloud-native transformation journey beyond the network core.

Broadcast live 19 May 2026

]]>Accelerating the AI-native telcohttps://www.telecomtv.com/content/dsp-leaders-forum/accelerating-the-ai-native-telco-55513/https://www.telecomtv.com/content/dsp-leaders-forum/accelerating-the-ai-native-telco-55513/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 13:44:45 +0000TelecomTV’s Guy Daniels unveils ANTA (AI-Native Telco Accelerator)Guy Daniels 

 

]]>Rethinking APIs for agentic operationshttps://www.telecomtv.com/content/dsp-leaders-forum/rethinking-apis-for-agentic-operations-55512/https://www.telecomtv.com/content/dsp-leaders-forum/rethinking-apis-for-agentic-operations-55512/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 13:41:04 +0000How telcos can execute on network API opportunities while addressing the challenge of limited commercial traction.Guy Daniels 

 

]]>Financial services: Building trusthttps://www.telecomtv.com/content/dsp-leaders-forum/financial-services-building-trust-55511/https://www.telecomtv.com/content/dsp-leaders-forum/financial-services-building-trust-55511/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 13:35:37 +0000Experts from NTT Docomo, Jersey Telecom and Veon Group examine how telcos can be central participants in financial ecosystems Ray Le Maistre 

 

]]>Reworking the network edge for AIhttps://www.telecomtv.com/content/dsp-leaders-forum/reworking-the-network-edge-for-ai-55510/https://www.telecomtv.com/content/dsp-leaders-forum/reworking-the-network-edge-for-ai-55510/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 13:34:17 +0000Colt, Intel and HP examine how operators can transform edge assets into profit-generating platforms by focusing on enterprise manufacturing applicationsRay Le Maistre 

 

]]>Culture shift for telco transformationhttps://www.telecomtv.com/content/dsp-leaders-forum/culture-shift-for-telco-transformation-55509/https://www.telecomtv.com/content/dsp-leaders-forum/culture-shift-for-telco-transformation-55509/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 13:30:11 +0000Experts from Alianza, Tech Mahindra and Colt discuss whether the focus should be on techco transformation or rediscovering core strengthsGuy Daniels 

 

]]>The AI-native route to 6Ghttps://www.telecomtv.com/content/dsp-leaders-forum/the-ai-native-route-to-6g-55508/https://www.telecomtv.com/content/dsp-leaders-forum/the-ai-native-route-to-6g-55508/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 13:29:39 +00006G is emerging as the first mobile generation o have been designed as AI native from inception. Guy Daniels 

 

]]>Automotive: The SDV globalisation gaphttps://www.telecomtv.com/content/dsp-leaders-forum/automotive-the-sdv-globalisation-gap-55507/https://www.telecomtv.com/content/dsp-leaders-forum/automotive-the-sdv-globalisation-gap-55507/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 13:29:15 +00005GAA, General Motors, Orange Business, Cubic, Aptiv and JLR discuss the challenges to achieving global scale for software-defined vehicles (SDVs)Guy Daniels 

 

]]>Building the AI backbonehttps://www.telecomtv.com/content/dsp-leaders-forum/building-the-ai-backbone-55506/https://www.telecomtv.com/content/dsp-leaders-forum/building-the-ai-backbone-55506/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 13:28:45 +0000Explore the fundamental differences between AI training and inference requirementsRay Le Maistre 

 

]]>Digital sovereignty requirementshttps://www.telecomtv.com/content/dsp-leaders-forum/digital-sovereignty-requirements-55505/https://www.telecomtv.com/content/dsp-leaders-forum/digital-sovereignty-requirements-55505/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 13:28:16 +0000How geopolitical pressures are transforming how telecom operators approach network designRay Le Maistre 

 

]]>Cloud-native beyond the corehttps://www.telecomtv.com/content/dsp-leaders-forum/cloud-native-beyond-the-core-55504/https://www.telecomtv.com/content/dsp-leaders-forum/cloud-native-beyond-the-core-55504/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 13:27:49 +0000Cloud native has become table stakes, yet only about half of telcos truly qualify as cloud-native organisations.Guy Daniels 

 

]]>Data foundations for AI-native networkshttps://www.telecomtv.com/content/dsp-leaders-forum/data-foundations-for-ai-native-networks-55503/https://www.telecomtv.com/content/dsp-leaders-forum/data-foundations-for-ai-native-networks-55503/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 13:27:17 +0000Data is fragmented across divisions, domains and vendors with inconsistent formats and governance.Guy Daniels 

 

]]>Evolution of network automationhttps://www.telecomtv.com/content/dsp-leaders-forum/evolution-of-network-automation-55502/https://www.telecomtv.com/content/dsp-leaders-forum/evolution-of-network-automation-55502/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 13:26:43 +0000‘Zero-touch operations’ has become a rallying cry, but the reality falls short of the vision. Ray Le Maistre 

 

]]>Scaling AI deploymentshttps://www.telecomtv.com/content/dsp-leaders-forum/scaling-ai-deployments-55501/https://www.telecomtv.com/content/dsp-leaders-forum/scaling-ai-deployments-55501/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 13:25:55 +0000Telcos are overwhelmed with AI pilots but lack business transformation execution.Ray Le Maistre 

 

]]>DSP Leaders World Forum 2026 Live Broadcasthttps://www.telecomtv.com/content/dsp-leaders-forum/dsp-leaders-forum-2026-live-broadcast-55443/https://www.telecomtv.com/content/dsp-leaders-forum/dsp-leaders-forum-2026-live-broadcast-55443/Wed, 20 May 2026 14:48:14 +0000 ]]>