Private Network Awards 2025 @MWC Las Vegas
Private Networks Awards 2025 at MWC Las Vegas

Deutsche Telekom

Deutsche Telekom will roll out a free 5G+ Gaming option for eligible Magenta Mobil customers starting autumn 2025, integrating GeForce NOW for on-the-go cloud gaming with consistent responsiveness and stability. The service runs over Telekom's 5G Standalone (SA) network using network slicing and L4S, with initial device support including Samsung's Galaxy S24 Ultra and the S25 series, and more handsets to follow. GeForce NOW brings access to a catalog of 2,300+ supported titles spanning major game stores, with additional install-to-play titles being added, and day passes available (Performance and Ultimate tiers) for short-term access.
Deutsche Telekom is using hardware, pricing, and partnerships to make AI a mainstream feature set across mass-market smartphones and tablets. Deutsche Telekom introduced the T Phone 3 and T Tablet 2, branded as the AI-phone and AI-tablet, with Perplexity as the embedded assistant and a dedicated magenta button for instant access. In Germany, the AI-phone starts at 149 and the AI-tablet at 199, or one euro each when bundled with a tariff, positioning AI features at entry-level price points and shifting value to services and connectivity. The bundle includes an 18-month Perplexity Pro subscription in addition to the embedded assistant, plus three months of Picsart Pro with monthly credits, which lowers the barrier to adopting AI-powered creation and search.
Deutsche Telekom, Orange, and the Linux Foundation outline their 2025 cloud-native telecom roadmap, highlighting Kubernetes-native workloads, AI integration, observability, and zero-trust security models. Learn how open-source tooling, GitOps automation, and cultural transformation are reshaping next-gen telco operations.
Twelve major European telecom providers, including Vodafone and Deutsche Telekom, have jointly urged the EU to allocate the full upper 6GHz band (6.425โ€“7.125 GHz) for mobile use, citing the spectrumโ€™s critical role in future 6G deployment. With the U.S. and China already advancing in this area, operators warn that delays could jeopardize Europeโ€™s digital leadership and hinder next-generation connectivity infrastructure.
AI Pulse: Telecomโ€™s Next Frontier is a definitive guide to how AI is reshaping the telecom landscape โ€” strategically, structurally, and commercially. Spanning over 130 pages, this MWC 2025 special edition explores AIโ€™s growing maturity in telecom, offering a comprehensive look at the technologies and trends driving transformation.

Explore strategic AI pillarsโ€”from AI Ops and Edge AI to LLMs, AI-as-a-Service, and governanceโ€”and learn how telcos are building AI-native architectures and monetization models. Discover insights from 30+ global CxOs, unpacking shifts in leadership thinking around purpose, innovation, and competitive advantage.

The edition also examines connected industries at the intersection of Private 5G, AI, and Satelliteโ€”fueling transformation in smart manufacturing, mobility, fintech, ports, sports, and more. From fan engagement to digital finance, from smart cities to the industrial metaverse, this is the roadmap to telecomโ€™s next eraโ€”where intelligence is the new infrastructure, and telcos become the enablers of everything connected.
In Driving Europeโ€™s Digital Future, telecom leaders Margherita Della Valle (Vodafone), Christel Heydemann (Orange), and Tim Hรถttges (Deutsche Telekom) deliver a unified message: Europe must reform telecom regulation, invest in AI and infrastructure, and scale operations to remain globally competitive. From lagging 5G rollout to emerging AI-at-the-edge opportunities, they urge policymakers to embrace consolidation, cut red tape, and drive fair investment frameworks. Europeโ€™s path to digital sovereignty hinges on bold leadership, collaborative policy, and future-ready infrastructure.
At MWC Barcelona 2025, the O-RAN ALLIANCE showcased significant progress in AI-driven Radio Access Network (RAN) technologies and strategies for 6G standardization. Their approach focuses on interoperability, enhanced security measures, and fostering global collaboration for future mobile networks.
As Europe accelerates its digital transformation, industry leaders from Vodafone, Orange, Deutsche Telekom, and Telefรณnica will explore strategies to enhance 5G and fiber networks, AI-driven innovation, and regulatory coherence. With growing global competition, Europe must balance connectivity expansion, fair competition, and sustainability to remain a leader in the digital economy. Join MWC 2025 to discover how Europeโ€™s telecom vision is shaping the future.
The GSMA Foundry has launched Open-Telco LLM Benchmarks, an open-source AI evaluation framework designed to enhance telecom-specific large language models (LLMs). Supported by Hugging Face, The Linux Foundation, Deutsche Telekom, SK Telecom, and more, this initiative aims to improve AI efficiency, security, and compliance in 5G and 6G networks. Learn how this industry-wide benchmark is shaping the future of telecom AI innovation.
The telecom industry is rapidly evolving through the adoption of AI and a culture of continuous innovation. High-performing companies are leveraging technologies like 5G, AI-driven automation, and network slicing to improve efficiency and reduce costs. A recent Upwork Research Institute study reveals that companies focusing on workforce upskilling and aligning technology with business goals are better positioned for long-term success in a competitive market. These strategies are transforming telecom operations, making them more agile, cost-effective, and prepared for future challenges.
Merseburg University of Applied Sciences, in collaboration with Deutsche Telekom, has introduced the region’s first 5G campus network. This high-performance, low-latency network supports advanced research in areas like autonomous driving, logistics, and AR. With exclusive access to industrial frequencies and 5G technology, the university is at the forefront of digital innovation in Saxony-Anhalt, driving regional transformation and fostering academic-industry collaboration.
Private Networks Awards 2025 at MWC Las Vegas
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Private Network Awards 2025 @MWC Las Vegas
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Private Network Awards 2025 at MWC Las Vegas

Recognizing excellence in 5G, LTE, CBRS, and connected industries.
Early Bird Deadline: Sept 5, 2025 | Final Deadline: Sept 30, 2025