The highly anticipated 5G Techritory Forum is just around the corner, taking place on October 30–31, 2024. If you haven’t already, now’s the perfect time to finalize your schedule and mark the must-see panels on your calendar.
This year’s forum, with “Technology Shaping Tomorrow’s Territory” as its central theme, will feature discussions on AI, quantum technologies, the future of 6G, and more. With three stages – Opening Ceremony, Innovation & Technology, and Policy & Strategy – the full agenda is packed with insights for everyone.
Note: Participation in 5G Techritory is free, but attendees must register to access the conferencing platform. Registered attendees will also have access to talk recordings after the conference.
As a starting point, we’ve selected six panels and presentations you can’t miss and should add to your personal agenda.
1. AI Race – Policies for Adoption in Europe
Over the past few years, AI technology has rapidly become an integral part of work in various sectors. However, as with any technological development, the rise of AI use has also raised many questions about implementing appropriate policies that govern its use.
This panel will feature a review of the already existing and proposed AI policies in Europe, followed by a discussion on the future roadmap. The panelists will also debate AI overregulation vs. underregulation and possible cooperation models between lawmakers and industry to find the best possible approach.
When & where: October 30, 11:00 (EET), Policy & strategy stage
Moderated by Simona Lipstaite, Head of Europe at Access Partnership
Panelists:
- Benjamin Brake, Director General Digital- and Data-Policy at German Federal Ministry of Digital Affairs and Transport
- Juris Binde, CEO & President at LMT
- Alexandre Roure, Head of Policy and Deputy Head of Office at CCIA Europe
- Juliana Koza, Director of Government Affairs at Qualcomm
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2. Mastering the Waves for Maritime Autonomy – Keynote Presentation
Ensuring reliable communication in maritime environments is crucial for the success of autonomous operations. This keynote presentation, delivered by Anne Stephen, Vice President of Critical Infrastructure & Networks at Rohde & Schwarz, will examine the challenges and solutions surrounding spectrum dominance, exploring how uninterrupted communication can be maintained at sea.
The session will discuss strategies for monitoring the spectrum, locating emitters, mitigating interferences, handling non-cooperative drones, and more. The presentation will also look at the best practices for measuring and monitoring network coverage and performance, focusing on mobile and non-terrestrial networks (NTN) to ensure optimal maritime connectivity.
When & where: October 30, 12:00 (EET), Policy & strategy stage
3. E-Identity Innovation: Building Secure Digital Wallets for EU Citizens – Hosted by The Ministry of Smart Administration and Regional Development
As the digital economy grows, secure e-identities and digital wallets are becoming essential for EU citizens to access online services and fully engage with the digital world. This panel, hosted by the Ministry of Smart Administration and Regional Development, will explore the latest advancements in e-identity technologies, focusing on the development of secure digital wallets.
The panelists will discuss the importance of user-centric design, ensuring accessibility for all citizens, including those with disabilities or special needs. Other topics for discussion include privacy and security concerns in e-identity regulation, encryption standards, cybersecurity best practices, and interoperable and standardized solutions across EU member states.
When & where: October 30, 16:00 (EET), Policy & strategy stage
Moderated by Ieva Treija, Editor at Finday.lv & Labs of Latvia
Panelists:
- Gatis Ozols, Deputy State Secretary on Digital Transformation Affairs at the Ministry of Smart Administration and Regional Development of the Republic of Latvia
- Jack Hamande, Director General at SPF Stratégie et Appui – BOSA
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4. Quantum Solutions as the Next Frontier in Network Security – Hosted by LVRTC
This event, hosted by the Latvia State Radio and Television Center (LVRTC), will explore how quantum technologies can be used in the communications field. The panel will discuss potential use cases in the defense, healthcare, and finance sectors.
The discussions will also cover the role of post-quantum technologies in securing data in transit and at rest, with a special look at the encryption of sensitive information.
In addition, the event will discuss national strategies for preparing and adapting to a post-quantum era and highlight successful initiatives and collaborative efforts already in place.
When & where: October 30, 14:00 (EET), Policy & strategy stage
Moderated by Linnea Ahlgren, Senior Editor at TNW
Panelists:
- Leo Trukšāns, Lead Quantum Key Distribution Engineer at LVRTC
- Giampaolo Panariello, CTO of Network Infrastructure at NOKIA
- Armando Nolasco Pinto, Full Professor in the Department of Electronics, Telecommunications, and Informatics of the University of Aveiro
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Simo Hallikainen, Senior System Designer at Erillisverkot
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5. Digital Innovation Ecosystems: Cultivating Funding for Innovation and Empowering European Industry
Significant breakthroughs and innovations in any field, including technologies, often require years of work and funding. This panel will discuss how future innovation can be supported through various programs and how the impact of funding initiatives can be measured and assessed.
The panelists will look at the current funding programs, grants, and incentives available and the effectiveness of these offers. The event will also feature an analysis of common challenges and failures startups face in the scale-up phase and how key buyers and adopters of innovative technologies can help startups on their journey toward becoming unicorns.
When & where: October 31, 13:30 (EET), Policy & strategy stage
Moderated by Maria Lema, CEO at Weaver Labs
Panelists:
- Raivis Bremšmits, Director at the Investment and Development Agency of Latvia (LIAA)
- Christian Wilhelm Maasem, Partner Expert at Detecon International
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6. Connected Forces: The Integration of Mobile Connectivity into Defensive Operations and Strategies
This panel will explore how integrating mobile connectivity can enhance the effectiveness and agility of defensive operations and strategies. The discussions will look at the key challenges of this process and how to balance the need for rapid innovation and adoption of mobile connectivity technologies with risk mitigation to ensure operational security.
The speakers will also be asked to share what mobile connectivity initiatives their organizations are implementing to strengthen defensive positions and the benefits and challenges of these efforts.
When & where: October 31, 09:20 (EET), Opening ceremony stage
Moderated by Žaneta Ozoliņa, Board Member at the Latvian Transatlantic Organization
Panelists:
- Ingmārs Pūķis, VP & Member of the Management Board at LMT
- Stephen Douglas, Head of Market Strategy at Spirent
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And much more
These are just a few of the discussions and presentations scheduled for 5G Techritory 2024. Explore the full agenda and book the time in your calendar to make sure you don’t miss out on the events that interest you the most.
Don’t forget that if you can’t make it to the forum in person, most of the events will be streamed live on live.5gtechritory.com. So see you at the 5G Techritory forum in Riga or virtually on October 30–31, 2024!
