Telcos race to transition from 'dumb pipes' to tech players with help from AI

Global telecommunications firms at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona are emphasizing advancements in technologies like artificial intelligence to move away from being seen as mere internet providers. CEOs from various telecom companies are investing in AI, 5G and 6G networks, satellite internet, and smart cities, with KDDI planning a smart city in Tokyo and satellite internet with Elon Musk’s Starlink, while MTN is expanding into fintech services alongside wireless connectivity.

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