Ep 135 - Telco has a context problem (John Abraham)

Ep 135 - Telco has a context problem (John Abraham)

Author: Danielle Rios, TelcoDR March 3, 2026 Duration: 19:36
Appledore Research's John Abraham joins DR to explain why context, not data, is the real blocker for AI at scale, and how ontologies give AI the business logic it needs to actually work.

Hosted by Danielle Rios of TelcoDR, Telco in 20 is a forward-looking conversation for leaders navigating the immense technological shift on the horizon. This podcast operates on a core premise: the coming two decades will see the telecommunications industry fundamentally reshaped by the dual forces of public cloud migration and artificial intelligence. It’s a practical guide for executives who need to move beyond theory and understand the actionable steps required for transformation. Each episode features high-profile guests from various corners of the telecom world, offering diverse perspectives on where the industry is headed. Listeners will hear candid discussions about the real-world impact of AI, the strategic imperatives behind moving IT estates to the cloud, and the tough decisions needed to not just survive but thrive. The dialogue is focused on savvy implementation-how to actually drive change, manage the transition, and position a company for a future that’s arriving faster than many predict. This isn't about vague futurism; it's a grounded, expert-led exploration of the specific technologies, business models, and leadership philosophies defining the next era of telecom. Tune in for a clear-eyed assessment of the challenges and opportunities, all aimed at preparing you and your organization for the radical evolution already underway.
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Ep 86 - Reinventing BSS (MWC) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:40
Last week I opened MWC’s second annual MVNO Summit with an epic talk about the AI-powered revolution in telco business support systems (BSS). We captured the talk on video, and I’ve turned it into this podcast.
Ep 84 - MobileX's AI-driven approach (Peter Adderton) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:34
MVNO MobileX offers an AI-based tool that analyzes each subscriber’s usage and creates personalized plans for them. CEO Peter Adderton shares details about the company's plans for 2024, its deal with Walmart, and more.
Ep 83 - Monetizing Network APIs (Ferry Grijpink) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:11
It’s been a year since the launch of the GSMA’s Open Gateway initiative. McKinsey & Company Partner Ferry Grijpink talks about the API economy and what operators need to do to monetize network APIs to their full advantag…
Ep 82 - Beam me up, BT (Josie Smith) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:34
BT Group started its public cloud journey in 2019, putting it in a strong position to tap the strategic capabilities of AI. Chief Architect, Digital, Josie Smith talks about BT Group's mission to simplify thousands of ap…