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The 2025 Sports and Entertainment Summit will showcase the transformative power of mobile technology in sport, entertainment, and gaming. Explore pivotal trends, groundbreaking innovations, and real-world solutions that are driving industry growth, while discovering the technologies and strategies shaping the future of these dynamic sectors.
As fans increasingly demand seamless connectivity at live events, the way venues, teams, and content creators engage audiences is being redefined. The ability to share moments in real-time, access updates, and interact with content has made robust wireless connectivity essential to delivering unforgettable experiences.
This session will explore how innovations such as 5G, C-band, and mobile edge computing are meeting these challenges. Technologies like Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS)—which handle skyrocketing data traffic, with stadiums reporting a 67% year-on-year increase—are revolutionising connectivity. Small cell deployments enable frictionless mobile ticketing, while mobile edge computing enhances real-time data processing, delivering smarter and more efficient solutions.
The morning panel discussion, 'How Mobile Tech is Transforming the Sport and Entertainment Vertical,' will be moderated by Roy Chua, Founder and Principal at AvidThink, and joined by Leo Matytsine, Co-founder and EVP of MatSing and Tuula Tomminen, Head of Product Marketing, Strategy and Technology, Nokia and Mahmoud ElSakhawy, Division Manager, E2E performance and Capacity Business at Rakuten Mobile, Inc.
Agenda
10.00 - 10.30: Knowledge Partner Accenture - Panel Discussion: The Future of D2C Fan Engagement. Learn more HERE
10:30 – 10:45: Opening Remarks and Industry Insights by Tim Hatt, Head of Research, GSMAi
10:45 – 11:00: Keynote by Marko Jovanovic, Head of Marketing, Strategy and Insights for Europe and Latam, Ericsson
11:00 – 11:30: Panel Discussion: "How Mobile Tech is Transforming the Sport and Entertainment Vertical" moderated by Roy Chua of AvidThink
Join us to discover how venues worldwide are adopting these advanced mobile technologies to deliver world-class experiences that exceed fan expectations.
Networking Opportunity: The summit kicks off with a networking event on Wednesday, 17:00–18:00—a relaxed setting to connect with industry leaders, innovators, and peers. The event will feature an inspiring presentation by Matsing, providing invaluable insights to set the stage for the discussions ahead.