After 9 incredible years as Director General of @ETNOAssociation, I have decided to step down this fall to take on a new challenge as CEO of @GEANTnews. It has been an honor to serve alongside our talented team & members: I am confident that ETNO's future is in excellent hands.

Looking forward to the release of ‘Nexus’ in September: in his new book, @harari_yuval analyzes the concept of networks throughout history and how AI can ensure that accurate information flows through them. More details here:

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.@Cisco's commitment to gender balance comes from way back: many initiatives worldwide. In Spain, they're teaming up with @technovation to empower young girls as future tech leaders. You can follow @WomenOfCisco for more on their gender initiatives!

An interesting read about #AI: Inga Strümke's 'Maskiner der tænker' reviews a background full of strange & funny anecdotes, and also explores its future possibilities. It is mind-blowing to think machines might solve problems we cannot even imagine!

I am thrilled to see how technology and particularly connectivity, has the potential to shape a better world. For instance, by improving the lives of people with dementia & their caregivers. This is why digital skills are vital. Check this @BTGroup report:

Telcos are currently investing heavily in sustainability: this includes renewable energy and also circular initiatives. @telecoms article presents a good overview, showcasing examples from @orange, @deutschetelekom & @TIM_Official:

I recommend the book "Argumenter for Mennesker", a good read for anyone curious about our future. Analyst @christianevejlo uncovers the meaning of universal concepts (emotions, love, morality, death). From the Stoics to Simone de Beauvoir. From Niels Bohr to Nick Cave.

European telcos continue to support the victims of war in Ukraine. Last week we renewed the 🇪🇺🇺🇦 agreement to ensure affordable or free roaming & international calls between the EU and Ukraine, making it easier for millions of refugees to stay connected:

Collaborative R&D are key to improve Europe's competitiveness at the global stage: last week @ETNOAssociation joined forces with 109 other 🇪🇺 associations to boost funding for the next European Framework Programme for Research & Innovation (#FP10):

Cyber extortion victims are up 77% in the last year, with a particularly concerning rise in healthcare. GenAI could be a red herring as cyber threats evolve beyond social engineering and phishing. Read @Orange_Cyber's Cy-Xplorer 2024 for further insights:

Online security is a significant social challenge today. @KPN & @ING_news team up with Dutch police & government to launch the Digital Resilience knowledge platform, empowering people with essential cybersecurity skills. Have a look at it:

Why does Europe fail at producing tech giants? Interesting analysis by @JScottMARCUS of @CEPS_thinktank, who says it's not innovation but a lack of finance. EU start-ups outpace US ones but struggle to scale due to timid investment.

Congratulations to @Nokia, @BTGroup & @Qualcomm for completing Europe's first 5G carrier aggregation test with five components. This milestone is vital for 5GDS progress in high-demand areas, and for its effective implementation in our continent:

AI can be a double-edged sword for the future of our planet. While driving innovation, it also boosts energy consumption & emissions. Making #AI models, hardware, & data centers more energy-efficient must be an utmost priority for leading tech companies:

Like every year, the @FT has prepared a list of the best technology books to read this summer. From #AI to encryption and tech history, here's the list gathered by @johnthornhillft:

With #AI & deepfake tech rising, parents are often unaware of the future impact of sharing kids' data & pictures on social media. Danke @deutschetelekom for the #sharewithcare campaign raising awareness to protect children from data misuse & #AI threats!

Telcos’ efforts to reduce the environmental footprint pay off: I'm proud of @ETNOAssociation members' recognition among the world's most sustainable companies of 2024, especially Telefónica (9th), Deutsche Telekom (48th), and Elisa (66th):

.@ericsson's latest Mobility Report reveals the transformative impact of #5G on Fixed Wireless Access strategies worldwide. With speed-based tariff plans and a forecasted 5.6bn 5G subscriptions by 2029, 5G FWA emerges as a key driver of telecom innovation:

Tackling online violence against women is crucial. A new @RutgersNL report reveals that 38% of women globally have experienced such abuse. This demands stronger legal protections, better awareness and action from tech platforms to ensure safety & justice:

To provide better services, we need improved competition policies for a stronger Single Market, in line with @EnricoLetta’s report. Take a look at @ETNOAssociation, @GSMAEurope & @enaa_eu's joint statement following @EU_Competition's latest report:.