AI and Data

Listen and Learn From Your Peers and Industry Experts As They Discuss How They Are Tackling and Delivering Real Change by Implementing Real-World Solutions Around AI and Data Innovation.

Sessions to Attend:

11:30 AM

17 June 2025

11:30 AM-12:00 PM

Impact Stage

The AI & Data Pathway

AI (Artificial Intelligence)

The Chief AI, Analytics & Data Officer Progress Report: Real Results from the Last Year

In this panel, Chiefs AI, Analytics & Data Officers will share their latest achievements in AI and data adoption over the past year. They will provide valuable insights and key takeaways from the opportunities and challenges they came across to successfully integrate AI and data across business functions.

Ting Cai

Chief AI & Data Officer

Rakuten Group

Jaime Tatis

Chief Insights & Analytics Officer

TELUS

04:00 PM

17 June 2025

04:00 PM-05:30 PM

Stage C

The AI & Data Pathway

AI management

Enabling AI-First: Prioritizing Investment for AI-Native Evolution

Discover how to identify and prioritize AI strategies that deliver the highest ROI. Learn best practices for building a solid AI foundation and explore where CSPs are making bold investments to drive business success—while avoiding technical debt.

Mohamed ElSayad

Chief Business Development & Innovation Officer

4iG

Ahmed Saady Yaamin

Head of Axiata Group Analytics & AI

Axiata Group Berhad

Ashutosh Mishra

VP - Data Architecture & Governance

Deutsche Telekom

Rahul Kumar

Senior Partner & Vice President

Senior Vice President for Products & Engineering

Nokia

02:00 PM

18 June 2025

02:00 PM-03:00 PM

Stage C

The AI & Data Pathway

Business assurance

Organizational transformation

Realizing AI’s Business Benefits: Clearing the Path for Seamless, Real-World Deployments

How do you reap the rewards of AI? Join this session as we explore how to remove bottlenecks, overcome resistance to change, and clear the path for seamless AI deployments and successful delivery.

Ting Cai

Chief AI & Data Officer

Rakuten Group

Patrick Kelly

Founder & Principal Analyst

Appledore Research Group

Kara Bouc

Head of Product and Programs, Retail Wireless Technology

Boost Mobile

Cristina Moura Rebelo

Head of AI Community & Ecosystem Engagement

Vice President, Sales and Marketing

Wavelo

Innovation Zones

Visit the Innovation Zone to explore how AI is driving new revenue opportunities and transforming customer experiences. Experience the forefront of industry transformation through live demos of cutting-edge Catalyst projects. With 40+ of Catalysts having some form of AI-driven component to them, these Catalysts will showcase how AI is more than just hype but is ready to deliver real benefits to the telecoms industry.

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Catalyst Projects

Experience the forefront of industry transformation through live demos of cutting-edge Catalyst projects. Explore Catalysts showcasing the future powered by AI-driven growth and transformative outcomes.

Celebrate Excellence With Your Industry and See Who’s Changing the AI and Data Game As We Award Businesses For:

Excellence Awards: Winners will be announced DTW Ignite at 17:30 on 17th June 2025 on the Park Stage

Excellence in AI & Data Innovation: For achieving significant business impact through innovative applications of Data, AI agents and large language models across the telco business.

Catalyst Awards: Recognizing achievements in industry innovation, collaboration, and growth through proof-of-concepts.

TM Forum Industry Showcase

Hear from TM Forum Members as they reveal their progress, challenges, and solutions on the pathway to AI-Native. Meet the experts who train thousands across the Telco industry, measure maturity, and certify people and products. Learn which knowledge and skills make the difference.

Solutions Room

This is a dynamic space to connect with industry experts. Tackle real challenges and uncover actionable solutions with 1:1 or group discussions.