Shanthi Ravindran previews the upcoming FutureNet World event in Singapore, 17-18 September 2024. FutureNet Asia is here again in 2024 in its 4th edition, following on the heels of very interesting conferences in London and Dubai. FutureNet has always been unique with its laser sharp focus on how CSPs’ needs can be met by software in its various generations, the latest being GenAI. It also excels at covering the industry ecosystem with a breadth that gives a us a good view of the CSPs’ and vendors’ current scenarios and future outlooks, encouraging an open discussion on opportunities for innovation. Appledore analysts at London and Dubai noted the concerns around 5G monetisation and consequent slower pace of change in the industry. As an industry, we know that fundamental change in mindset and operations is needed, and we know that we cannot afford not to make the change. We know why we need to make the change. The question remains: How do we make this change incrementally while continuing to serve our customers exemplarily? How can we obtain the investments? What are the possible ways and means available to us? How do we cross the (autonomy) chasm? As we know, Asia Pacific […]