Cloud, AI, and Intelligence: Who Will Own the Next-Gen Cloud?
Telecom Review
July 09, 2025
As AI and cloud-native technologies converge, telecom operators are at a critical juncture: build intelligent, sovereign platforms or risk becoming dependent on hyperscalers. This article explores how Middle East operators, backed by national cloud and AI strategies, can lead the next generation of telecom cloud evolution by owning the intelligence layer, not just the infrastructure.
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5G Standalone (SA) Networks as a Bedrock for Intelligent FWA Services
SAMENA Telecommunications Council – Elite Magazine
June 24, 2025
Published in the prestigious SAMENA Elite magazine, this article explores how AI-driven automation is revolutionizing telecom networks, enhancing operational efficiency, and accelerating the journey toward autonomous networks.
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5G New Calling: Should Operators Invest Now or Wait?
Linkedin
March 23, 2025
The telecommunications industry is on the brink of a significant transformation with the advent of 5G New Calling. But is the technology mature enough for operators to invest in now, or is it prudent to wait?
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Is AI in Telecom Just Hype or a Game-Changer?
Linkedin
March 13, 2025
AI is transforming industries, and telecom is no exception. From optimizing networks to enhancing customer experiences, its impact is undeniable. But are telcos truly unlocking AI’s full potential, or are we still in the early stages?
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How Video AI Can Unlock New Revenue Streams for Telecom Operators
Linkedin
March 10, 2025
The digital revolution is reshaping industries at an unprecedented pace, and telecom operators are no exception. With traditional revenue streams under pressure, the need for innovation has never been more urgent.
Let’s explore how telecom operators can harness this technology to unlock new revenue streams and stay ahead in the digital race.
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AI-Driven Automation for Autonomous Networks and Enhanced FWA
IEEE Standard Association
May 15, 2025
This session explores how AI-driven automation is transforming telecom operations toward Level 4 autonomous networks. With a spotlight on Fixed Wireless Access (FWA), the talk covers how AI empowers predictive maintenance, closed-loop assurance, and intelligent orchestration. Drawing from real-world deployments and regional initiatives, the presentation highlights how telcos can leverage AI to deliver agile, scalable, and user-centric broadband, particularly in markets where fiber reach is limited. The session also outlines the architectural and operational shifts required to embed intelligence across network layers.
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Huawei Digital Transformation Innovation Contest (DTIC) Supports Telcos Transition to Techcos
Telecom Review
November 08, 2024
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Unplugging the Future: How FWA & Private 5G Are Rewiring Global Connectivity
Xecurity Pulse
September 04, 2025
In this episode of the Xecurity Pulse Podcast, Taha Sajid is joined by Junaid Ahmed, a global leader in telecom AI, to explore how Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) and Private 5G are driving global transformation.
Key Highlights:
Why FWA is exploding across North America & Asia.
Private 5G use cases in mining, aviation, and manufacturing.
How AI is enabling Level-4 autonomous networks.
Security, scalability, and real-world deployments.
Career advice for future telecom leaders.
FWA is expected to reach 400M users by 2030 (GSMA). Private 5G is already changing how enterprises work.
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Enabling Autonomous Networks: How AI is Reshaping Telecom
Techitup
August 11, 2025
In this exclusive interview with TechItUp, Junaid Ahmed explores how AI is revolutionizing telecom by enabling autonomous networks. The discussion covers the shift from manual operations to AI-driven automation, real-world use cases, and the path towards achieving higher levels of network autonomy to enhance performance, resilience, and customer experience.
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AI in Telecom: Evolution or Revolution?”
Linkedin
September 02, 2025
Every telecom operator is racing to embed AI into their networks but the real debate is pace vs. impact.
Will AI gradually evolve networks through efficiency gains, or will it revolutionize the industry with autonomous operations and zero-touch service models?
The answer may define not only the future of telecom but also how enterprises, governments, and societies experience connectivity.
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The AI Paradox: Slow Burn or Quick Disruption?
Linkedin
August 29, 2025
Around the world, enterprises are pouring billions into AI. Yet, many leaders admit they haven’t seen the real return on investment, at least not yet.
This isn’t failure. It’s the J-curve of transformation: first disruption, then impact. AI is not just about short-term efficiency; it’s about reshaping business models and enabling entirely new ways of working.
What will separate the winners?
Leaders who view AI as a partner, not a replacement.
Organizations that build AI literacy at the top to scale responsibly.
Industries that harness AI + Blockchain + Automation for resilience and growth.
As a Telecom AI Strategist, I see this “slow burn” leading to a tipping point where AI becomes the backbone of business transformation across telecom, healthcare, education, and beyond.
Question for you: Which industry do you believe will benefit most once AI’s real impact kicks in?
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Unplugging the Future: How FWA & Private 5G Are Rewiring Global Connectivity
AI in Telecom: Evolution or Revolution?”
