MWC Las Vegas 2024: Showcasing the future of industry at North America’s leading enterprise 5G gathering

MWC Las Vegas 2024, running from October 8-10, is North America's top event for the enterprise 5G ecosystem. With keynotes from major players like Intel, Nvidia, Qualcomm, and T-Mobile for Business, this event brings together leaders from 5G carriers, hardware manufacturers, and technology vendors. Attendees will explore cutting-edge 5G use cases across sectors like aviation, automotive, manufacturing, and government, where AI, edge computing, and connected networks are revolutionizing industries.
MWC Las Vegas 2024: Explore 5G Innovations in Enterprise and Vertical Sectors
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MWC Las Vegas 2024: Showcasing the future of industry at North America’s leading enterprise 5G gathering


GSMA MWC Las Vegas, in partnership with CTIA, is returning to the West Hall, Las Vegas Convention Center between October 8-10 2024, and registration is now open! 

As North America’s premier event for the enterprise 5G ecosystem, MWC Las Vegas is one of the rare occasions you’ll find CIOs and other leading figures from 5G carriers, technology and infrastructure vendors, hardware manufacturers and systems integrators, all under one roof. 

Over the course of the event, the MWC keynote stage will host connectivity leaders from the enterprises shaping the future of mobile. Speakers will represent organizations including Intel Corporation, Nvidia, Qualcomm, T-Mobile for Business, Verizon Business and more. 

A must-attend for the enterprise 5G community

Across the Summits, you’ll discover how 5G networks are helping enterprises reduce costs, modernize legacy systems and streamline processes through data-driven keynotes, real-life case studies and intimate fireside chats.

Discover the future of vertical sectors

Keynote 1, with speakers including Callie Field, President, T-Mobile for Business, the CTIA’s President & CEO, Meredith Baker and US Cellular’s President & CEO, Laurent Therivel, will open the show with a look at the role of 5G in powering the enterprises of the future, a topic further explored by Connected Industries, a program of summits with a focus on vertical sectors. 

The Connected Industries Summits will invite leading figures from the industries championing innovations in mobile connectivity for an agenda of half- and full-day events: 

Connected Aviation Summit (10:15-5:30pm on Tuesday, October 8)

Next-generation technologies like AI and 5G are transforming aviation, paving the way for predictive maintenance systems on aircraft and a new wave of smart airports. The full day Summit will feature several panel sessions and case studies exploring the future of aviation, including the rise of autonomous aviation systems and their deployment and potential across airport operations. 

Speakers will hail from some of the biggest names in North America’s aviation industry, including Southwest Airlines, Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, Miami International Airport, Ontario International Airport and more.

Connected Car Summit (1:00-4:00pm on Tuesday, October 8)

Whether it’s vehicle infotainment systems or cutting-edge safety features, automotive manufacturers are increasingly turning to mobile technology to create smarter, safer and more sustainable vehicles. Attendees at the Connected Car Summit will discover how the convergence of the mobile and automotive industries is unlocking new revenue models, how 5G is enabling a new era of connected vehicles, and how AI and machine learning technologies could change the face of the vehicles we know today. 

Speakers will represent the enterprises making many of these innovations possible, including Cisco, GM, T-Mobile for Business, Verizon Business and more.

Manufacturing Summit (10:15-4:30pm on Wednesday, October 9)

Manufacturing has long been one of the leading industry beneficiaries of 5G technology, which is transforming manufacturing facilities into intelligent, connected ecosystems. The Summit will delve into how connectivity solutions are propelling Industry 4.0 ambitions forward by enabling the use of robotics, AI and automation solutions to increase productivity and safety. 

Among the speakers on-stage will be leaders from Capgemini, Nokia, NTT, Texas A&M System RELLIS Campus and Verizon.

Government, Homeland Security & Defense Summit (1:30-5:00pm on Wednesday,  October 9 and 10:00-1:00pm on Thursday, October 10)

5G, Edge, Open RAN and AI all have tremendous potential to transform every level of government. Taking place across two days, the Government, Homeland Security & Defense Summit will explore how close collaboration between government agencies, regulatory bodies and technology companies is helping the US maintain its position as a leader in next-generation technologies. Attendees will discover how the US Government is innovating in areas including 5G, 6G, open networks, spectrum sharing and more. 

The Summit will provide a rare glimpse into the computing solutions used for a variety of government and defense applications, with speakers representing the US Department of Defense and the National Spectrum Consortium.

Sports & Entertainment Summit (10:00-12:30pm on Thursday, October 10)

Following its debut at MWC Las Vegas 2023, the Sports & Entertainment Summit returns to the MWC halls. Connectivity solutions, such as mobile edge computing and private networks, are equipping CIOs with the tools to introduce game-changing experiences for fans at sports & entertainment venues; attendees will learn how digital technologies are revolutionizing the way content is created and consumed in these spaces, offering limitless possibilities for gaming, music, film and beyond. 

Come and see speakers from Boingo Wireless and Infiom join Hollywood movie producer Teddy Zee to discuss how mobile technology is transforming the industry in new and exciting ways. 

Event themes

Discussions at all keynotes and summits will be anchored in our event themes, which reflect the latest trends and technologies shaking up the enterprise landscape:

  • Enterprise Transformation – an exploration of the latest industry solutions, such as private networks and IoT, that are enabling enterprises of all sizes to remain innovative, agile and keep up with the pace of change in today’s digital era. 
  • AI Networks – AI’s ability to learn, understand and interact in a very human way is introducing new levels of competitive advantage across all business functions. Attendees will discover how AI is transforming business DNA and building the foundation for a new era of compute.
  • 5G EdgeCloud – 5G edge computing, powered by the cloud, is leading businesses to re-imagine the capabilities of 5G and reach new heights. Sessions will explore how 5G is delivering on its promises across industries including logistics, robotics, manufacturing and mobility.

Register now and experience the proof that industry-grade, 5G-enabled technology is the answer to make your enterprise more efficient, resilient and competitive.


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