On the third day of MWC Barcelona 2025, James Chen, President of Huawei's Carrier Business, took to the stage to share his visionary insights on the transformation of telcos into techcos and the boundless potential of artificial intelligence (AI). With a keen focus on innovation, he explored how AI is set to propel value creation to unprecedented heights, redefining the industry's future.
As telecom networks become more complex and operators face rising costs, fragmented data, and the need for real-time optimization, Kenmei’s AI-driven automation solutions are helping communication service providers (CSPs) shift from reactive troubleshooting to proactive decision-making. The company’s cloud-native technology streamlines operations, boosts network performance, and ensures seamless data integration, all while maintaining security and control. By utilizing artificial intelligence (AI), Kenmei enables operators to work smarter, reduce inefficiencies, and pave the way for self-optimizing networks.
As Mavenir continues its global expansion, the Middle East remains a key market, with significant projects underway. “Mavenir is a 20-year-old company with over 300 customers globally, serving more than three and a half billion people,” said Pardeep Kohli, CEO of Mavenir, in an exclusive briefing with Telecom Review at MWC Barcelona 2025.
As service providers transition into digital experience providers, cutting-edge technologies are reshaping the telecom landscape. As 5G deployment continues, the industry is already looking ahead to 6G and its transformative potential. At the same time, OTT (over-the-top) players are challenging traditional models and pushing for open and disaggregated networks. Radisys is at the forefront of this evolution, enabling high-performing, future-proof networks while optimizing costs.
In an exclusive interview with Telecom Review during MWC Barcelona 2025, Rahul Sandil, Vice President and General Manager - Global Marketing and Communications, MediaTek, reiterated the company’s long-term vision to become the trusted partner of the global technology ecosystem and outlined how he aims to unify MediaTek’s brand strategy and strengthen its global visibility through strategic collaborations in 2025.
As technology advances, so do the expectations for seamless, reliable, and high-speed networks. In an exclusive interview with Telecom Review, Chip Strange, Chief Strategy Officer at Ookla, expanded on the biggest challenges and opportunities for network operators in 2025, the evolution of network performance metrics beyond speed, and how Ookla is leveraging data-driven solutions to bridge connectivity gaps and enhance user experience worldwide.
During MWC Barcelona 2025, Peeyush Singh, CEO of Telcovas, and Samer Mehaidly, Vice President of Business Development, outlined the company's ambitious plans and recent achievements to Telecom Review.
As the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region accelerates its digital transformation, Nokia is playing a pivotal role in shaping the future of connectivity. In advanced markets like the GCC, the company is spearheading 5G deployment and evolution, ensuring operators can maximize network capabilities while preparing for the next phase of innovation.
Ericsson is advancing network slicing, artificial intelligence (AI) automation, and strategic partnerships to drive new digital services. As connectivity evolves, the company is also addressing ethical concerns such as data privacy and AI bias.
stc Bahrain continues to lead the region’s digital transformation, aligning with Bahrain’s Vision 2030 by enhancing network efficiency, sustainability, and cybersecurity. In a recent interview with Telecom Review, Ahmed Alsharif, Chief Technology and Digital Officer, shared insights on the company’s strategic focus areas.
