In this interview, Jake White (Director of Partnerships & Corporate Fundraising, Street Child), joins Elba Gomez (Director, CMT, Infosys) and Manuel Kohnstamm (SVP and Chief Corporate Affairs Officer, Liberty Global) to discuss the urgent need for education in crisis zones. They explore the global challenge of 220 million children being out of school due to conflict, climate change, and extreme poverty, and how partnerships with governments and the private sector are crucial to solving this problem. Focusing on their work in Ukraine, they share how digital learning centers and tech-driven solutions are enabling displaced children to access education. Watch this conversation to learn how innovative partnerships are helping to provide education for the world’s most at-risk children.

At MWC 2025, Samad Masood, Content Strategy Lead at the Infosys Knowledge Institute, speaks with Per Kangru, Head of Technology for AIOps at VIAVI, about the impact of AI on network monitoring, automation, and service assurance. They discuss how VIAVI is enabling telecom providers to optimize network performance, reduce operational costs, and enhance resilience through AI-driven insights. Per shares perspectives on the challenges of training AI for diverse network environments, the evolving role of automation in telecom operations, and the long-term shift toward AI-powered infrastructure management. Watch their conversation to learn how VIAVI and Infosys are shaping the future of intelligent network operations.

At MWC 2025, Shashank Mathur, Global 5G & Networks Leader, Infosys Domain Consulting Group speaks with Sunil Isaac, Country Managing Director at EDOTCO Bangladesh, about the future of telecom infrastructure and digital transformation. They discuss EDOTCO’s role as one of the world’s largest tower companies, the increasing investor focus on digital infrastructure, and how AI-driven energy management is optimizing telecom operations. Sunil shares insights on the shift toward cloud-based infrastructure, the growing importance of neutral hosts, and the role of Open RAN in enabling cost-effective network expansion. Watch their conversation to learn how EDOTCO is driving innovation and sustainability in the telecom industry.

At MWC 2025, Samad Masood, Content Strategy Lead at the Infosys Knowledge Institute, speaks with Olu Adegoke, Global Managing Partner for Communication, Media, and Technology at Infosys Consulting, about the key trends shaping the telecom industry. They explore how telcos can drive revenue growth, optimize costs, and enhance operational efficiency through AI. Olu shares insights on the evolution of agentic AI, the strategic shifts in the semiconductor industry, and the opportunities for telcos to monetize edge AI solutions. Watch their conversation to learn how Infosys Consulting is helping telecom and media companies navigate the AI revolution and build future-ready business models.

At MWC 2025, Samad Masood (Content Strategy Lead, Infosys Knowledge Institute) speaks with Waseem Ahmad (Group Senior Director WW Sales, Cadence Design Systems) and Michael Lerchenmüller (Sales Director Europe, Verification and Memory IP, Cadence Design Systems) about the transformative shift in chip design. They discuss how the modular chiplet approach is revolutionizing the industry—enhancing efficiency, reducing costs, and accelerating time to market. With applications spanning AI, data centers, automotive, and mobile, this innovation is set to reshape the technology landscape in the next five years.

At MWC 2025, Samad Masood, Content Strategy Lead at the Infosys Knowledge Institute, speaks with Sundi Balu, Chief Technology Officer at DigiB, about the growing impact of AI on the telecom sector. They examine how AI is driving operational efficiencies, transforming customer engagement, and reshaping business strategies. Sundi shares his perspective on the industry’s AI adoption curve, the need for bold leadership, and the opportunities for telcos that embrace AI-first strategies. Watch their conversation to gain insights into the next phase of AI-driven telecom evolution.

At MWC 2025, Samad Masood, Content Strategy Lead at the Infosys Knowledge Institute, sits down with Nik Willetts, CEO of TM Forum, to explore the state of AI adoption in the telecom industry. They discuss the industry’s slow but inevitable shift toward AI-driven automation, the barriers holding telcos back, and the biggest opportunities for growth. Nik highlights the role of TM Forum in accelerating AI implementation, the impact of composable IT and autonomous networks, and why telcos must move beyond hesitation to fully embrace AI. Watch their conversation to uncover the key strategies telecom leaders need to stay competitive in the digital era.

At MWC 2025, Samad Masood, Content Strategy Lead at Infosys Knowledge Institute, speaks with Kieran Byrne, Chief Technology Officer at One NZ, about the transformative impact of AI and automation in telecom. They discuss how One NZ is integrating AI across customer service, back-office operations, and network management, and the challenges of building a cross-business AI architecture. Kieran shares insights on the rapid pace of AI adoption, the shift toward hybrid human-AI operating models, and the role of partners like Infosys in orchestrating AI strategies. Watch their conversation to discover how One NZ is leveraging AI to drive innovation and reshape the telecom industry.

At MWC 2025, Vaibhav Arolkar (Infosys) moderates an insightful discussion with Cedric Parent (Google Cloud) and Mayuresh Vaidya (Infosys) on the accelerated deployment of enterprise-scale AI in the telecom sector. Cedric shares Google Cloud’s perspective on AI-driven network optimization and workforce productivity, while Mayuresh highlights Infosys’ role in facilitating successful AI implementation. The conversation explores real-world examples and the crucial partnership between Google and Infosys in addressing challenges like data governance and scaling AI initiatives.

At MWC 2025, Samad Masood (Content Strategy Lead, Infosys Knowledge Institute) interviews Alex Sharp (Business Development Director, Amagi) and Anoop Girotra (AVP & Global Sales Head CMT, Infosys) on Amagi’s cloud-based solutions for broadcasters and telcos. They explore Amagi’s evolution, the shift from traditional broadcasting to digital distribution, and the challenges of moving beyond linear TV. The discussion highlights the Amagi-Infosys partnership, the power of programmatic ad monetization, and AI’s growing role in content scheduling, personalization, and smart distribution.

At MWC 2025, Shashank Mathur, Global 5G & Networks Leader at Infosys, interviews Vinod Samarawickrama, Global Program Head - Network Infrastructure & Ecosystems at Meta. They talk about the growing impact of AI in Telecom and the future of wearable technology. Vinod shares his perspective on how AI is converging across network and consumer layers to enhance business metrics and user experience. The conversation explores Meta's initiatives in leveraging AI for network use cases and delves into the transformative potential of Meta's smart glasses, highlighting their influence on communication and information access through AI integration. This interview offers a look at the evolving landscape of both telecom and personal technology driven by AI advancements.

At MWC 2025, Samad Masood (Infosys Knowledge Institute) moderates a sharp discussion with Nan Chen (CEO, MEF Forum), Daniel Bar-Lev (Chief Product Officer, MEF Forum), and Jinu Koshy (Global Head, Domain Consulting, CMT, Infosys). They tackle the urgency of standardization and interoperability in telecom. Nan and Daniel highlight MEF’s push for industry-wide standards and APIs to enable seamless collaboration. The panel explores how a unified approach unlocks revenue, boosts efficiency, and drives innovation. Standardization isn’t just a necessity—it is a game changer for the digital future. Watch to see why collaboration and standardization are shaping telecom’s future.

At MWC 2025, Samad Masood, Infosys Knowledge Institute Content Strategy Lead, speaks with Montgomery Hong, Worldwide Communications Industry Business Strategy Lead at Microsoft, and Nimesh Kocheta, Telecom Industry Leader at Infosys, to discuss the biggest challenges facing telecom operators today. They explore how Microsoft and Infosys are partnering to drive AI-powered transformation, leveraging cloud, data insights, and automation to optimize operations and enhance customer experiences. From cost pressures to evolving customer expectations, this conversation uncovers how AI, cloud, and data are shaping the future of telecom. Watch to learn how telcos can navigate these challenges and accelerate digital innovation.

At MWC 2025, Samad Masood (Infosys Knowledge Institute) moderates a dynamic discussion with Arpit Joshipura (Linux Foundation), Sebastian Zechlin (Deutsche Telekom), and Sreekanth S S (Infosys) on the impact of open networking and AI in telecom. Arpit explores the Linux Foundation’s role in driving open-source adoption, Sebastian shares Deutsche Telekom’s open-source journey toward vendor independence, and Sreekanth offers a system integrator’s perspective on Infosys’ contributions to open networking and responsible AI. The panel dives into key industry trends, including domain-specific AI, collaborative data sharing, and autonomous networking, shaping the future of telecom.

At Mobile World Congress 2025, Shashank Mathur, Global 5G & Networks Leader at Infosys Domain Consulting Group, speaks with Gillian Leetch, Head of Solution Line SMO at Ericsson, about the future of network automation and AI-driven innovation. They discuss the Ericsson Intelligent Automation Platform (EIAP), how it streamlines network operations by reducing TCO, and the role of AI in automation strategies. Gillian highlights the industry’s growing emphasis on openness and how expanding the EIAP ecosystem is driving innovation. Shashank and Gillian also explore the partnership between Infosys and Ericsson, focusing on accelerating software development and enhancing customer networks. Watch their conversation to learn more about the next evolution of intelligent automation in telecom.

At Mobile World Congress 2025, Shashank Mathur, Global 5G & Networks Leader at Infosys Domain Consulting Group, has an engaging conversation with Stephanie Ormston, AVP, Head of Commercial Product, MVNx Ecosystem at AT&T, about the evolving MVNO landscape. Stephanie discusses AT&T’s efforts to foster ecosystem innovation, leveraging AI to streamline onboarding, improve operations, and enhance connectivity reliability. She also explores the emerging theme of openness within the industry, emphasizing the role of Open RAN and Open APIs in promoting collaboration and co-opetition. The discussion explores how these innovations are reshaping telecom partnerships and paving the way for the next generation of connectivity.

At Mobile World Congress 2025, Shashank Mathur, Global 5G & Networks Leader at Infosys Domain Consulting Group, engages in a compelling discussion with Mitch Gunnels, Assistant Vice President of Technology at AT&T, and Balakrishna D.R. (Bali), Global Head of AI and Automation at Infosys, on the transformative impact of Agentic AI in Telecom. Mitch shares AT&T’s pioneering journey with over 400 AI agents in production, highlighting their role in enhancing operational efficiency and driving revenue growth. Bali provides a broader enterprise perspective, detailing how Infosys is helping organizations scale AI beyond pilots and POCs. The discussion explores the latest AI innovations, including efficiency gains, customer experience enhancements, and new revenue opportunities, shaping the future of telecom.

At Mobile World Congress 2025, Samad Masood, Infosys Knowledge Institute Content Strategy Lead, speaks with Antonietta Mastroianni, Chief Digital and IT Officer at Proximus, about the future of telecommunications in an AI-driven world. They discuss the rise of B2B2X models, the challenges of scaling AI from experimentation to deployment, and the critical role of cybersecurity and sovereign cloud. Antonietta shares insights on the leadership mindset needed for innovation and how strategic partnerships—including Proximus’ collaboration with Infosys, Microsoft, and Amazon—are shaping the next generation of digital solutions. Watch their conversation to explore the future of telco and AI-powered transformation.

At Mobile World Congress 2025, Samad Masood, Infosys Knowledge Institute Content Strategy Lead, sits down with Alain Carpentier, SVP, WW Sales - HPE Aruba Networking, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, and Umashankar Lakshmipathy, EVP, Infosys, to discuss the evolving landscape of AI-driven networking, private 5G, and security. They explore how the decade-long partnership between Infosys and HPE Aruba is driving innovation, simplifying enterprise connectivity, and accelerating digital transformation. From AI and automation to the future of enterprise networks, this conversation provides key insights into what’s next for the industry. Watch to discover how AI is reshaping networks and the future of enterprise connectivity.

At MWC 2025, Vikram Meghal, Global Head of Engineering for Networks, Communications, Media & Tech at Infosys, speaks with Ayush Sharma, CTO of StarHub, about AI’s transformative impact on telecom. Ayush shares StarHub’s journey with Cloud Infinity, a fully integrated multi-cloud infrastructure, and explores how AI enhances customer experience, automates network operations, and drives new revenue streams. He also discusses AI adoption challenges, including workforce readiness and domain-specific innovations. The conversation highlights cutting-edge AI-driven advancements, from self-healing networks to hyper-personalized services, offering insights into how AI is reshaping telecom’s future.