AI is no longer just another workload running on networks. It’s becoming the dominant force shaping them.
Join Raghav Sahgal, Chief Customer Officer, and top industry leaders for candid, insightful discussions on the future of networking.
From AI-native networks to the next wave of automation, leadership and innovation, our Networked interview series brings you insights from the leaders reshaping connectivity in the AI era.
Message from Raghav
“I spend a lot of time traveling around the world talking to our customers about where the industry is heading and the technology that will get us there. These discussions provide insights into key topics from people who are leading the change. I felt that bringing these conversations to the public would foster meaningful dialogue about the evolution of our industry as we partner to innovate and grow the telecom ecosystem.”
Raghav Sahgal
Chief Customer Officer
What role is AI playing in unlocking new levels of automation at Verizon, and how is it reshaping the customer experience?
In this episode, Verizon's CTO Yago Tenorio joins Raghav to discuss how AI acceleration alongside the
are creating opportunities for telco transformation. Yago shares how Verizon has moved from experimentation to execution — using the skills and deep knowledge of its people to develop intelligent agents that can monitor, understand and act on network conditions in real time, providing an enhanced customer experience. He also explores how edge connectivity and open, trusted partnerships will help support
. Tune in for a forward-looking conversation on the AI supercycle,
and what it takes to build the next era of connectivity.
How do open architectures and cloud-native innovation accelerate telecom transformation with AT&T?
AT&T’s Network CTO Yigal Elbaz joins Raghav to explore how 5G, fiber, and cloud-native investments are transforming telecom. He shares how
and open architectures are changing the way networks are built, operated, and
- and the challenges ahead, from faster innovation to new skills and stronger
. Yigal also unpacks why openness, standardized
, and
are critical steps toward
. Tune in to hear his perspective on the industry’s future.
How does Verizon's private 5G and edge computing drive enterprise transformation?
Jennifer Artley, SVP of 5G Acceleration at Verizon Business, discusses with Raghav how
and edge computing solutions are driving enterprise transformation. Calling out partnerships like Verizon’s collaborations with Nokia, she notes accelerating digital adoption through
,
, and flexible integration. Jennifer emphasizes Verizon’s strategy of ongoing innovation to maintain competitiveness, citing key benefiting industries such as
,
,
,
, and
.
How AI and open APIs are transforming telecom networks with T-Mobile
John Saw, EVP and CTO of T-Mobile joins Raghav to focus on the transformative potential of AI in telecom to increase network efficiencies, redefining network architectures, and enabling new use cases such as
and satellite direct-to-device technology. Their conversation also covers the critical role of
in
, self-healing capabilities, and enhancing customer experience. Additionally, they discuss the importance of open
exposure for enterprise and developer enablement, security and identity services, and 5G-powered IoT ecosystems.
5G automation and network monetization with Bharti Airtel
Raghav and Randeep Sekhon, Bharti Airtel’s CTO, discuss the evolution from 4G to
, emphasizing the critical role of 5G
and network
in the current landscape. Randeep highlights the importance of
in enabling new use cases such as
(FWA) and the necessity of cloud-native architectures for efficient network management. The discussion also delves into the challenges of scaling operations in a populous country like India and the strategies Bharti Airtel employs to maintain a competitive edge.
How can secure AI and multi-cloud automation enhance Optus 5G reliability?
Raghav and Tony Baird, Optus's CTO, examine how
,
, and cloud-native architectures are transforming the future of telecom. From improving network reliability and customer experience to enabling scalable
, Tony shares insights on Optus’ multi-cloud strategy, real-world
, and the importance of industry collaboration. Don’t miss this candid conversation on what’s shaping next-gen networks.
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