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Four of our key stages at MWC Barcelona are named to celebrate the remarkable work done by some of our greatest visionaries in science and technology.
Focusing on our conference stages — our Main Stage remains unchanged as the place to hear keynote speeches — these names honour individuals whose ground-breaking creativity has shaped the future of our connected world. Here’s why we chose these inspiring figures and the lasting impact they’ve made.
Named after Guglielmo Marconi, the Marconi Stage embodies the spirit of connectivity. Known as the father of wireless communication, Marconi’s work laid the foundation for today’s global communication networks.
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The Turing Stage acknowledges the analytical insight of Alan Turing, the visionary who cracked codes and laid the groundwork for artificial intelligence. Turing’s contributions to computing theory and AI resonate deeply with our audience and we pay homage to Turing’s vision of a world transformed by intelligent machines. Join us here for sessions that explore the next frontiers of AI and computing, inspired by Turing’s relentless pursuit of knowledge.
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Named after Katherine Johnson, a pioneer in mathematics and space exploration, the Johnson Stage represents pushing boundaries and breakthrough ideas. Johnson’s calculations were instrumental to some of NASA’s greatest achievements, and sessions will build on Johnson’s legacy of accuracy and innovation, exploring how data-driven insights can unlock new potential in our world.
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Named after Hedy Lamarr, actress and inventor, the Lamarr Stage honours the creative spirit that drives technological discovery. Lamarr co-invented a frequency-hopping technology that laid the groundwork for modern wireless communication, including Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. In celebration of Lamarr’s ingenuity, this stage will inspire audiences to think outside the box and push the boundaries of what’s possible.
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At MWC Barcelona 2026, these stage names acknowledge the importance of these pioneers to our industry, the profound impact they’ve had and how they continue to inspire the next generation of innovators.
As we take our place on these stages, we celebrate the creative legacy that brought us to this point and continues to push us onwards.
Our six event themes are in sync with the emergent questions of 2026 and the long reach of the IQ Era: Intelligent Infrastructure, ConnectAI, AI 4 Enterprise, AI Nexus, Tech4All and Game Changers.
Our speakers include luminaries from leading companies such as SpaceX, AT&T, BT Group and Lumen Technologies.