TM Forum @ MWC Barcelona

Sunday, March 2, 2025 to
Thursday, March 6, 2025

Barcelona

Join TM Forum at MWC 2025 as we help shape the future of the telco industry and beyond. From showcasing progress in Open Digital Architecture and Open APIs with our Members to demonstrating how autonomous networks and AI are unlocking growth in both value and purpose, don’t miss the chance to gain industry insights, elevate your learning, explore membership opportunities, and gear up ahead of DTW Ignite in June.

Here’s where to find us during the Congress:


TM Forum Executive Reception

The TM Forum Executive Reception is a great kick-off to TM Forum’s week at MWC25 – a wonderful opportunity to connect with our Members and spark the conversations for the week ahead.  

Barcelona, Spain
Sunday, March 2nd, 2025
18:00pm – 20:00pm 
 
 
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Powering next-generation innovation

Monday 3rd – Thursday 6th March
Location: Microsoft Stand: Hall 3, Stand 3H30

Explore the future of the telecommunications industry with TM Forum and Microsoft. Experience how our Open Digital Architecture (ODA) powers next-gen innovation across Composable IT & Ecosystems, Autonomous Networks, and AI & Data. Discover real-world solutions that cut costs, reduce complexity, and drive automation. Learn how AI-native frameworks and ODA’s plug-and-play components are transforming CSPs like stc, Vodafone, and AT&T.

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Presentation: Opportunities In the API Economy – Network Monetization Via Open APIs

Monday 3rd March – 14.30 – 14.50
Location: Microsoft Stand: Hall 3, Stand 3H30

GSMA’s Open Gateway, which offers the promise of network monetization by exposing APIs to developer communities via global marketplaces, is gaining significant industry momentum.  This presentation will explain the underlying API standardization work by CAMARA and TM Forum, explore the development of the Open Gateway ecosystem, and examine the future potential to reignite our industry’s growth via the API Economy.  

What to expect:

  • Find out about Open Gateway APIs and how are they developed
  • Learn how are APIs monetized via platforms and marketplaces
  • Understand how the API Economy can reignite growth for our industry

Speakers:

  • Darren Nicholls, Product Management Director, TM Forum
  • Jorge Garcia Hospital, Open Gateway Senior Product Manager, Telefonica

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GSMA Open Gateway Initiative

Monday 3rd – Thursday 6th March
Location: GSMA Open Gateway, Open Gateway: Hall 4, Stand 4F30

At MWC 2025, Telefonica, with TM Forum, will demonstrate how they are leveraging channel partner integration into an Open Gateway service through a standard Operate API. The GSMA Open Gateway initiative addresses this by offering universal APIs that provide access to operator network capabilities through standardised APIs, allowing applications to function on any network. TM Forum provides the framework and standards for Operate APIs, which are a critical part of the GSMA Open Gateway initiative.

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Fireside discussion: Autonomous Networks, Telcos of the Future are Investing in AI and ML To Maximize Network Optimization

Tuesday 4th March
09:15 – 09:45  
Location: IBM stand, Hall 2 Stand 20

Imagine a future where telecom network system can operate with minimal human intervention, utilizing AI and machine learning to self-configure, self-heal, and self-optimize, automatically detecting and resolving issues, rerouting traffic, and adapting to changing conditions to deliver optimal network performance with minimal manual management.

Speakers:

  • Aaron Boasman-Patel, Vice President Innovation, TM Forum
  • Rahul Kumar, Senior Partner & Vice President – Global Industry Leader for Telco & Media Industry, IBM

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Autonomous Networks Summit

Tuesday 4th March
14:00 – 16:00 | Hotel Porta Fira
Location: Las Arenas 4

The journey toward fully Autonomous Networks has reached a critical milestone. L4 is ON, marking the transition to a new era of intelligent, self-optimizing networks that redefine efficiency, reliability, and innovation for Communication Service Providers (CSPs). As we enter this new phase, it’s clear that achieving Level 4 Autonomous Networks requires collective action, shared insights, and practical collaboration across the industry. 

To strengthen these efforts, TM Forum invites you to the Autonomous Networks Summit on March 4, from 14:00 to 16:00 at Hotel Porta Fira in Barcelona. This exclusive summit unites leading voices from CSPs, technology providers, and standards organizations to launch the ‘L4 is ON’ Joint Initiative, driving the adoption and practical implementation of AN Level 4 across the global ecosystem. 

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Infosys and TM Forum Happy Hour: Enterprise AI

Tuesday 4th March
16:30 – 18:30
Location: Infosys, Hall 2, stand 2E43

Join Infosys & TM Forum for enlightening discussions on AI in the enterprise. Cut through the noise and get real about agentic AI and democratized data. At this Infosys & TM Forum Happy Hour, we’ll dive into the biggest industry challenges around cost, growth, and security and explore how AI-driven data innovation can unlock transparency, trust, and transformation for telcos.

What to expect:

  • Insights on how to govern your data while driving security and privacy
  • A chance to discuss the real impact of AI on your business beyond the hype
  • Learn about TM Forum’s AI & Data Innovation industry mission and how it will deliver real change for the industry
  • Networking with industry leaders shaping the future of AI & Data innovation

Whether you’re looking to stay ahead of disruption, seize new opportunities, or just enjoy great conversations, don’t miss this event.

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