Industry leaders at MWC26: a sample schedule

Itinerary

Meta Wearables Demonstration

08:30 – 09:30 CET | Hall 6, MWC Networking Hub

Why Attend: Experience the latest AI-powered wearables firsthand and explore how new interfaces are shaping human interaction, productivity and digital experiences.

Keynote 1: Leading the Future: Intelligent, Inclusive, Unstoppable

09:30 - 10:45 CET | Hall 4, MWC Main Stage

Why Attend: Set the tone for the week with the opening keynote addressing the future of intelligent infrastructure and inclusive connectivity.

Manufacturing and Production Summit: Building AIReady Networks for Resources

11:00 – 11:45 CET | Hall 4, Connected Industries

Why Attend: Learn how organisations are preparing infrastructure, security, and operations to support largescale automation and AIdriven workflows.

Rewiring Business: The New AI Driven Enterprise Ecosystem

13:00 – 13:45 CET | Hall 6, Johnson Stage

Why Attend: Discover how leading enterprises are reshaping operating models, decision making and partnerships to turn AI into measurable business impact.

Keynote 5: Seeing The Light: Technology, Addiction and Balance

17:30 - 18:00 CET | Hall 4, MWC Main Stage

Why Attend: Join a timely discussion on the growing pushback against always-on technology, as the CEO of Light and digital wellbeing advocate Aaron Paul explore the rise of the ‘dumb phone’, and what it means to reclaim balance, focus and intention in an always-connected world.

Keynote 6: Architects of the AI Age

09:30 – 11:00 CET | Hall 4, MWC Main Stage

Why Attend: Gain strategic context on how major technology systems are being designed today and the longterm implications for business and society.

Keynote 7: Peering Into Culture’s Crystal Ball

12:00 – 13:15 CET | Hall 4, MWC Main Stage

Why Attend: Step back from technology to understand the cultural, behavioural, and societal shifts shaping adoption, trust and expectations.

Fintech and Commerce Summit: The Scam Threat Landscape – Devaluing the Currency of Trust

14:45 – 16:00 CET | Hall 4, Connected Industries

Why Attend: Understand how scams and fraud are evolving, the impact on consumer trust, and how ecosystems are responding across payments, identity and regulation.

Masterclasses - Sovereign AI

16:30 - 17:45 CET | Hall 4, Connected Industries

Why Attend: Pick up practical tools and frameworks for identifying opportunities, shaping propositions, and avoiding common pitfalls through the lens of sovereignty and control.

Scaling AI network optimization from trials to nationwide impact

09:00 – 09:25 CET | Hall 6, MWC Networking Hub

Why Attend: Hear what it takes to move from pilot to real deployment, with lessons on collaboration, integration and measurable outcomes.

Keynote 10: Blueprints for the Intelligent Future

10:00 – 11:00 CET | Hall 4, MWC Main Stage

Why Attend: Get a high-level view of the shifts that matter most as intelligent systems reshape technology, ecosystems and experiences across industries.

Seeing Double: Digital Twins as the Smartest Bet for Business

11:00 – 11:30 CET | Hall 6, Turing Stage

Why Attend: Learn how digital twins are being used to optimise assets and operations, reduce downtime and improve performance and safety.

The Voice of the Global South: Redefining Global Governance

13:00 – 13:45 CET | Hall 6, Johnson Stage

Why Attend: Understand how demographic, economic, and digital growth is reshaping global governance, regulation and market power.

Smart Mobility Summit: Connected Future – The Engine of Smart Mobility

14:30 – 15:45 CET | Hall 4, Connected Industries

Why Attend: Explore real-world examples of connected mobility, including integrated planning, cross-modal logistics, and shared fleets, plus the partnerships enabling new services and revenue.

CircuitX Partner Session: Ericsson - Transforming The Circuit Experience With Connectivity

09:30 – 10:00 CET | Hall 6, New Frontiers Stage

Why Attend: Get a quick view of how connectivity is being applied to transform live experiences and largescale venues, through the CircuitX lens.

Game On: Who Wins the Next Generation of Play

10:00 – 11:00 CET | Hall 8.0, Agora Stage (4YFN)

Why Attend: Explore how platforms, partnerships, and new business models are shaping the next wave of gaming growth across mobile, cloud and content.

VOIS Senior leaders discuss how Shared Intelligence accelerates business outcomes

11:45 – 12:15 CET | Hall 4, MWC Broadcast Stage

Why Attend: Concrete examples of operational delivery improvements and measurable impact (reconciliation, test-cycle acceleration, DevOps timetomarket).

Sports and Entertainment Summit: Beyond Connectivity – Fan Engagement in Sports and Entertainment

12:30 – 14:00 CET | Hall 4, Connected Industries

Why Attend: Discover how telcos and ecosystem partners are moving beyond connectivity to monetise fan engagement through super apps, content ecosystems and immersive digital experiences.

Key exhibitors to check out

Agenda

From keynotes and roundtables to summits and workshops - view the full agenda here.
Networking

Looking for a space to meet and network with fellow telecom innovators? Leaders passholders can access the Leaders Lounge and take part in small group sessions with select keynote speakers.
Buy a Pass

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