The futuristic metropolis of Dubai shall be the convening grounds for this year’s biggest 5.5G event. The city known for its cutting-edge architecture and relentless pursuit of innovation will host the 14th Global Mobile Broadband Forum. Organized by Huawei in cooperation with GSMA, GTI, and the SAMENA Telecommunications Council, the event will be taking place on October 10 and 11, 2023, in Dubai, UAE.

From the first forum in Oslo in 2010 to the past year’s forum in Bangkok, the upcoming forum in Dubai strives to provide a common platform for information and communications technology (ICT) leaders. Global ICT companies come together and push the mobile industry forward and showcase the latest inventions in mobile connectivity. This year, the forum offers an opportunity for the mobile and adjacent vertical ecosystems to explore 5G business success, promote ecosystem maturity, and accelerate 5.5G commercialization.

Keynote speakers at GMBBF

The forum features a speaker lineup consisting of industry heads such as the director general of GSMA, Mats Granyrd; Chairman of Huawei Ken Hu and several other industry representatives from CSS insight, SAMENA telecommunications, and so on. Also on the menu are product launches and roundtable talks on how mobile broadband technology is shaping the future and continuing the transformation of people’s lives and industries.

MBB forum itinerary

The first day shall begin with a keynote titled “Enable New Wireless Industry Opportunities to Sustain 5G Business Value Realization,” highlighting the importance of unlocking new potentials within the wireless industry. Following this, a CTO Roundtable will bring together mobile industry leaders to share best practices in 5G and explore innovations in the realm of 5.5G.

Throughout the day, there will be a series of Wireless Industry Talks, including the 5G Industry Summit, focused on unleashing the full potential of 5G for industry acceleration and business implementation. Some of the most anticipated talks are: Bands to 5G Summit, Green Cool Tech Tour, and 5G Indoor Roundtable. The 2023 forum also features exhibits that take attendees on a journey from network deployments for B2B applications. Furthermore, the 5.5G outdoor showcase provides a boutique business tour, allowing participants to explore the latest innovations in the field.

On the second day, the forum continues with another significant keynote, “Evolve Towards 5.5G to Enable Superior Network Experience and Drive Sustainable Development,” emphasizing the transition towards 5.5G technology to enhance network experiences and promote sustainable development. The program includes a series of Wireless Industry Talks held throughout the day. These encompass the 5.5G Evolution Industry Summit, which explores the advancements in 5.5G technology. The Intelligent RAN Summit, 5G Antenna Evolution Roundtable, and Telco Cloud-native Techtalk on Intelligent Core offer focused discussions on various aspects of wireless technology.

GMMBF highlights in a nutshell

  • Release of first-ever 5.5G products & solutions: Full lineup of 5.5G offerings, key to building simplified, low-carbon, and intelligent networks, and facilitating the leap from Gbps to 10 Gbps
  • Accelerate a 5G ecosystem: 5GtoC, 5GtoB, FWA, and RedCap terminals; Naked-eye 3D use cases and terminals; AI-generated content (AIGC)
  • Introduce new 5G applications: Globally scalable 5G applications to improve user experience and drive traffic growth
  • Take a tour of 5.5G: First-ever 5.5G outdoor showcase for comprehensive coverage of applications: Gbps, 10 Gbps, downlink, uplink, outdoor, indoor, network, and use cases
  • Link ICT top minds & thought leaders: 1,200+ participants, 60%+ CXOs and VPs; Case studies on 5G networks and best 5.5G practices from 50+ CXOs; Insights on 5G business models, evolution to 5.5G, spectrum, and smart, green solutions
  • Explore cutting-edge technologies: Vast antenna array (ELAA) for true wideband; Intelligent “0 bit, 0-watt” networks powered by foundation models

The FUENF-G on-site reporting team

FUENF-G.de editor Frank Jablonski and reporter Shristi Mangal Pal shall provide comprehensive live coverage of the forum. From expert insights to industry highlights, stay tuned for the latest in the 5.5G World, straight from dazzling Dubai.

Are you also attending the global MBB forum and want to share your insights with the rest of the industry? Write to us at pal@fuenf-g.de. Our editorial team shall be happy to set up an interview.

To register for the event, find the invitation here.

Already in Dubai? Why not also check out the Ultra-Broadband Forum from 12-13 October 2023. Read more about the forum here.

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