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ICYMI - Our latest research report, “The Rise of Carrier Network-as-a-Service (NaaS): Examining Network-as-a-Service and the New Middle Mile“ is out now. This report provides our latest take on the state of the middle mile network infrastructure and the rise of NaaS in the carrier space. We explore how carriers are leveraging NaaS to address growing enterprise demands for seamless connectivity between data centers, clouds, and edge locations, enabling IT teams to focus on innovation rather than network management. Download your complimentary copy today! (Made possible by our generous sponsors) https://ngi.fyi/spnaas24 #CarrierNaaS #2024Report #TechInsights

We're looking forward to having Roy Chua give the opening speech and host day 1 at Upperside Conferences' #SDWAN & #SASE Summit in Paris next week! And for those who want a feel for the buzz on the show floor, check out our video showcase from last year's event here: https://lnkd.in/gzjn_pJK

Congratulations to AvidThink Founder and Principal, Roy Chua, for being awarded this year's Michael Howard Industry Impact Award by MEF Forum at the #MEFGNE (Global #NaaS Event). The award is in remembrance of Michael Howard, a legendary analyst in the networking space. Thank you to the MEF Forum for the recognition!

#OCPGlobalSummit Panel: Towards an Open Hardware and Software Stack for #OpenRAN Join us on Thursday, October 17 (at the OCP Global Summit) for a panel discussion on breaking down the barriers to fully realizing an open hardware and software stack for OpenRAN. Led by Roy Chua (AvidThink) the panel will dive deep into the challenges and opportunities for OpenRAN innovation. Panelists: Stelyana Baleva, TéRAL RESEARCH James Clardy, SecureG Mo Jabbari, Arm Jordan Vrtanoski, Connect 5G, Inc. This is a must-watch for anyone interested in the future of OpenRAN (in-person or simulcast: https://lnkd.in/ghsQdTBw)

#OCPGlobalSummit Panel: Towards an Open Hardware and Software Stack for #OpenRAN Join us on Thursday, October 17 (at the OCP Global Summit) for a panel discussion on breaking down the barriers to fully realizing an open hardware and software stack for OpenRAN. Led by Roy Chua (AvidThink) the panel will dive deep into the challenges and opportunities for OpenRAN innovation. Panelists: James Clardy, SecureG Mo Jabbari, Arm Jordan Vrtanoski, Connect 5G, Inc. This is a must-watch for anyone interested in the future of OpenRAN (in-person or simulcast: https://lnkd.in/ghsQdTBw)

Roy Chua will be at Meter's first conference in San Francisco on October 2, 2024., moderating a panel on what companies need to look for as they upgrade their enterprise networks. Request an invite using the link here:https://lnkd.in/gkDzaMax

FutureNet World Asia 2024 Presents: Keynote CxO Panel Discussion: The Future Telco - Unlocking new revenue and monetising networks Curious about where the telecom industry is headed in the next 5 years? Join us for a panel discussion as we explore the future of telcos beyond connectivity. We’ll dive into how AI will shape apps, the rise of platform business models, and the importance of automation and partnerships. ?? September 17, 2024, 09:15 AM Hear from these industry experts: - Roy Chua, Founder and Principal, AvidThink - Randeep Sekhon, CTO, airtel - Thomas Hundt, Group Chief Strategy & Technology Officer, Axiata - Yu Leong Lim, VP, Group Strategy, Engineering and Innovation, Singtel - Joe Hogan, Networks CTO, Amdocs Don’t miss out on this insightful discussion! #Telecom #AI #TelcoFuture #NetworkInnovation

As Open RAN gains momentum, recent commercial deployments by major CSPs have largely been single-vendor solutions, offering simpler integration but raising questions about market diversification. Industry leaders Francisco Martín Pignatelli (Vodafone), Vikram Prasad & Neil Coleman (Amdocs), Eugina Jordan (Telecom Infra Project), Mike Irizarry (UScellular), Afnan Ahmed (Telenor), and Fariba Heidari (Qualcomm) will discuss the progress and challenges of Open RAN, and whether multi-vendor collaboration is still the objective. Join us for this free virtual event on Monday, September 9, at 11:00 AM EST. Presented by: Fierce Network Stay tuned for insights from these key voices in the industry.

Join us for an exclusive session with AvidThink’s Roy Chua and Archana Khetan (Contributing Analyst) as they unveil insights from NextGenInfra.io's #AIinNetworking Report! (https://lnkd.in/g4b8ivj7) On August 14, 2024, at 09:30 Pacific, Roy and Archana will delve into: -The increasing importance of #AI and why now is the time - The roles of #PredictiveAI and #GenAI in networking, and where they’re most applicable - Top use cases for #AIOps and #AIinNetworking, including timelines - The roadmap to #AutonomousNetworks and key milestones - Strategic advice for CIOs and tech leaders in enterprises and carriers Don’t miss this opportunity to gain actionable insights! Sign up for our LinkedIn Live event below. Even if you can’t attend live, register and we’ll ensure you receive the recording. https://lnkd.in/gvVAAHXT

We are delighted to announce that AvidThink's Principal and Founder, Roy Chua, will be a judge at the Network X Awards this year. The Network X Awards will be taking place at the iconic Hotel de Ville this year. The categories are open to both solution providers and telcos, and they cover a host of areas across network infrastructure, including Fibre, Mobile Networks, Mobile Services, Optical Networks, Wi-Fi Networks and Services and more! We encourage you to submit your entries – deadlines close?next Monday?8th July?and click the link below to find out more information! #NetworkX #NetworkXAwards ? https://lnkd.in/eQVW2uZC