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Barcelona and Madrid illustrate an often-overlooked stage of Europe’s innovation ecosystem. Beyond research and engineering, they demonstrate how connectivity, programmable networks and digital services are transformed into market-ready applications—bridging the gap between technological capability and societal adoption.
MWC 2026 shows how the telecom industry is moving beyond devices toward intelligent infrastructure. From AI-native networks and satellite connectivity to digital sovereignty and photonics, the foundations of a new digital economy are emerging beneath the surface of the mobile industry.
As artificial intelligence moves beyond the cloud into factories, vehicles and cities, telecom networks are emerging as a critical strategic layer of the digital economy. At Mobile World Congress 2026, BT Group CEO Allison Kirkby argues that connectivity is becoming the nervous system of the AI age.
