During Network X 2025, Ganesh Swaminathan, VP & GM of Wireless Infrastructure and Networking Technologies at Qualcomm, joined industry experts to discuss how next-gen gateways—integrating 5G, fiber, Wi-Fi 7/8, and AI—are redefining service delivery and user experience. Discover: •How the shift from traditional connectivity to service-defined, programmable platforms is opening new avenues for operators to innovate and differentiate. •Why customers increasingly expect seamless connectivity regardless of the underlying technology (fiber, 5G, cable, Wi-Fi 7/8), and how operators are focusing on delivering consistent quality of experience and unified service policies. •Why middleware elements like prpl are becoming crucial for enabling lifecycle management upgrades, operator-driven innovation, and the growth of developer ecosystems. •How operators are transforming networks into revenue engines by offering value-added services, leveraging AI, and creating new business models. •How artificial intelligence is central to the transformation of network infrastructure, enabling smarter orchestration, automation, and enhanced subscriber experiences at the edge. Hosted by Ruth Brown, Principal Analyst, GTM Telecom Insights & Advisory at Omdia, and featuring Chem Assayag, SVP, Home Services Domain at Orange, and Chris Schmidt, AVP, Consumer Technology & Product Development at Verizon. Learn more about Qualcomm Dragonwing Networking Infrastructure Platforms: https://www.qualcomm.com/networking-infrastructures

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