Connect | Virginia // Debate: Can the connectivity ecosystem thrive without telcos at its core?

Traditional telecom operators may not always compete directly with major tech companies in AI, but their extensive fiber and network infrastructure positions them as critical players in the broader connectivity ecosystem. Collaboration between telcos and data centers is increasingly essential to meet growing demand for resilient, high-performance networks.

This debate will explore the current role of telcos, their importance in the ecosystem, and emerging opportunities:

• How can data centers and telcos partner to scale together?
• Telcos’ role in improving risk management, redundancy, and security in global connectivity
• Can telecom operators successfully leverage their existing networks to dominate the emerging edge data center segment?