How VeloSky is Revolutionizing Telecom with AI and True Network Convergence

Breaking New Ground: VeloSky and the Evolution of Network Convergence

?? Live from Barcelona at MWC, where BroadCom is making waves with groundbreaking innovations. I sat down with Sanjay Uppal , head of the VeloCloud division at Broadcom, to talk about their latest unveiling—VeloSky.

VeloCloud has always been at the forefront of software-defined networking, pioneering SD-WAN solutions that address the modern enterprise's evolving needs. Now, with AI transforming industries, Broadcom is introducing VeloSky, a game-changing network convergence solution poised to redefine the telecom landscape.

The Evolution of SD-WAN and the Rise of VeloSky

Reflecting on the journey of VeloCloud, Sanjay Uppal shared:

“We started by saying that wide-area networking needed innovation—a completely software-defined approach. That gave rise to SD-WAN when SaaS applications disrupted traditional WAN structures. Now, AI-driven applications are taking center stage, and the current networking models need to evolve yet again.”

This brings us to VeloSky, a next-gen networking solution that enables service providers to deliver true network convergence, integrating 5G, satellite, fiber, and broadband into a single, application-aware infrastructure.

The Value Proposition: Why VeloSky Matters for Service Providers

Telecom operators face two primary challenges:

• Cost efficiency: Managing network infrastructure while keeping operational costs in check.
• Monetization: Despite the hype, 5G hasn’t delivered the revenue streams carriers anticipated. They need new ways to monetize their investments.

Sanjay elaborates:

“VeloSky provides a converged infrastructure across different networks on a per-application basis. This isn’t just a business convergence where you get one bill for multiple services. This is a true technological convergence—networks behaving like a single entity, optimized for application needs.”

For telcos, this means new revenue streams and a more efficient, adaptable network architecture that meets the demands of AI-powered applications.

AI and Network Optimization: A New Era for Gen AI Applications

AI is everywhere at MWC, but network infrastructure must evolve to support the next generation of AI applications. According to Sanjay:

“Gen AI applications will have a dramatic impact on networks. Telcos must move beyond just delivering bits and bytes—they must become integral to AI-powered business operations. VeloSky allows them to do just that.”

By dynamically reconfiguring networks based on AI-driven demand, VeloSky ensures that applications run with optimized performance, security, and cost efficiency. This capability transforms telcos from mere connectivity providers to mission-critical partners in AI-driven enterprises.

Differentiated Services: The Future of Network Monetization

One of the key features of VeloSky is its ability to identify application requirements and adjust networking resources dynamically. This means:

• Optimized performance for business-critical applications.
• Lower costs by efficiently allocating network resources.
• Enhanced security based on application needs.

“Enterprises don’t care about bit error rates—they care about whether their ERP, consumer app, or loyalty platform functions seamlessly,” says Sanjay. “With application-based networking, telcos can charge premium rates for differentiated services.”

This application-aware approach is a major step forward for telco monetization, allowing them to charge based on network quality of service, reliability, and security levels.

Security and Simplicity: How VeloSky Differs from Traditional SD-WAN

Unlike traditional SD-WAN, VeloSky isn’t a full network overhaul—it’s an intelligent access solution. This allows telcos to provide enhanced connectivity without the complexities of deploying an entirely new SD-WAN infrastructure.

“With VeloSky, telcos don’t need to roll out an entire SD-WAN network. They can offer enhanced fixed wireless access, delivering premium connectivity without significant infrastructure changes.”

This opens up new revenue opportunities, especially for enterprise customers needing premium connectivity solutions.

The Role of Satellite and Fixed Wireless in the Future of Networking

Satellite and fixed wireless access (FWA) are rapidly growing, often outpacing traditional broadband in deployment speed. However, they come with inherent challenges:

• High variability in signal quality
• Unpredictable performance

Broadcom’s approach? Machine learning and AI-powered channel estimation.

“Satellite and 5G FWA are critical, but they’re highly variable. Using AI to predict and optimize connectivity ensures consistent performance, opening new revenue streams for telcos.”

This technology allows carriers to deliver rock-solid connectivity with guaranteed service levels, creating new value propositions for enterprise customers.

The Broadcom Ecosystem: Strength in Convergence

Broadcom’s vision is ‘connecting everything.’ The company isn’t just innovating in SD-WAN—it’s driving transformation across networking, chipsets, cloud infrastructure, and AI.

Sanjay highlights how VeloCloud fits into the larger Broadcom picture:

“Broadcom provides networking hardware, software, and AI-driven solutions, and VeloCloud is the overlay fabric that ties everything together. Each Broadcom division operates with autonomy, yet together, we enable end-to-end network modernization.”

This cross-division collaboration is what makes Broadcom uniquely positioned to lead in AI-driven network transformation.

What’s Next? The Future of AI-Native Networking

Looking ahead, VeloCloud is preparing for the next revolution: Agentic AI.

“The next wave of applications won’t be just chatbots and cloud services. We’re entering the era of agentic AI, where AI-powered agents interact across distributed networks to drive business operations. Without the right network infrastructure, Gen AI applications will fail.”

VeloCloud aims to build the networking foundation for AI-native applications, ensuring that next-gen digital interactions happen seamlessly.

Final Thoughts: The Future is Here

With VeloSky, Broadcom is delivering real technological convergence, empowering telcos to create new revenue streams, improve efficiency, and future-proof their networks for the AI-driven world.

?? Live from MWC Barcelona, it’s clear: AI isn’t just transforming industries—it’s redefining networking itself.