This high-level panel brings together experts from Verizon, Vodafone, Virgin Media O2 and Wind River to explore the future of the radio access network (RAN). From Open RAN and virtualised RAN to the role of AI and next-gen devices, this session dives into the real-world progress and challenges of modernising RAN architecture. Topics include total cost of ownership, power and spectrum efficiency, vendor flexibility and why rethinking RAN design is essential to supporting new AI-driven user experiences.

Broadcast live 4 June 2025

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Featuring:

CO-HOST

Yago Tenorio

SVP & CTO, Verizon

Andy Dunkin

OpenRAN RF & Digital Platform Development Manager, Vodafone

Darrell Jordan-Smith

Chief Revenue Officer, Wind River

Rob Joyce

Director of Mobile Access Engineering, Virgin Media O2