APAC is a microcosm of global telecom trends, reflecting in varying degrees what is unfolding elsewhere in the world. CSPs across the region face intense competition, and in several markets, consolidation has already reshaped the landscape. But like the rest of the world, AI is the big new factor shaping thinking about networks and network operations. 

APAC is also a showcase for innovation as can be seen in the Futurenet award entries.

We offer our highlights and takeaways from the event and on the state of progressive telecom across the region, including regional perspectives on topics such as:

• AI and GenAI
• Autonomous Networks
• Agentic AI and multi-agent architectures
• Ecosystems and partnerships
• Workforce implications

Report by Principal Analyst Shanthi Ravindran.