MWC25 Barcelona – Press Conference
MWC25 Barcelona is almost here! Rewatch the official pre-event press conference and find out MWC25's key highlights. Held on 29 January in Barcelona, it featured the GSMA’s Director General Mats Granryd; Chief Marketing Officer, Lara Dewar and GSMA Ltd.’s Chief Executive Officer, John Hoffman.
Press / industry analyst registration
Members of the media and industry analysts who would like to attend MWC25 can review the criteria for accreditation.
Please ensure that you have access to the relevant supporting materials and your Passport or EU National ID card (for physical attendees) before starting your application. These documents are required to complete the application.
You should expect a decision within 5-10 working days. Please note this could take longer at peak times.
Send your questions on press/industry analyst accreditation to pressoffice@gsma.com.
Admission to MWC Barcelona is subject to GSMA’s Terms & Conditions.
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Press Events
Please see below the MWC25 Barcelona media events and announcements calendar. This calendar will continue to be updated with more information as it becomes available.
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ShowStoppers @ MWC 2025
Journalists should attend ShowStoppers @ MWC because it provides a focused opportunity to access and preview cutting-edge technology from a diverse range of companies, including startups. This allows them to be among the first to report on new products and trends across various industries, offering valuable exclusive content for their audience. Additionally, the event facilitates networking with key industry players and innovators.
2nd March | 4 - 7 pm
Torre Melia - Melia Grand
Av. Diagonal, 671, Les Corts, 08028 Barcelona, Spain
Contact www.showstoppers.com -
Announcement on India's Key Initiatives & Curtain Raiser for India Mobile Congress 2025
Department of Telecommunication, Ministry of Communications, Government of India & India Mobile Congress cordially invite you to a special briefing:
"Announcement on India's Key Initiatives & Curtain Raiser for India Mobile Congress 2025"
Presented by Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, Hon'ble Minister for Communications and Development of the Eastern Region, Government of India.
3rd March | 12:00 PM
Hall 8.1 - CC8.18, MWC25 Barcelona
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BlackDice to Showcase Groundbreaking Cybersecurity Solutions for Telcos at MWC 2025
BlackDice’s AI-driven cybersecurity transforms telco defenses, blocking threats in real time, cutting costs, and boosting revenue. With Deep Packet Inspection and Device Intelligence, it safeguards networks and subscribers.
Showcased at MWC 2025, visit us at Hall 7, Booth 7A9.
Learn more at www.blackdice.ai.
3rd March | 10:00 - 17:00
Hall 7, Booth 7A9, MWC25 Barcelona
Contact rachael.simpson@blackdice.ai -
Inauguration of India Pavilion
The India Pavilion will be inaugurated by H.E. Mr. Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, Hon'ble Minister of Communications and Development of North Eastern, Government of India, on 3rd March at 11:40 AM.
3rd March | 11:40 AM
Hall-5, 5A81, MWC25 Barcelona
Contact tepc@telecomepc.in -
SquareTrade Cocktail Event
SquareTrade debuts at MWC25 Barcelona with an exclusive networking event at the five-star Hotel Arts.
Enjoy a live DJ set by Ibiza saxophonist Lovely Laura, a mini keynote on AI and mobile by Juergen Schmidhuber, and rooftop drinks with canapés—all with stunning beachfront views. Connect with industry leaders in an unforgettable setting.
3rd March | 18:30
Hotel Arts Barcelona
Carrer de la Marina, 19-21, Ciutat Vella, 08005 Barcelona, Spain
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Network transformation towards a converged software-based infrastructure
Join a panel discussion with executives from leading global operators as they explore:
- The challenges and opportunities of network modernization projects
- The role of GenAI tools in network transformation
- How AI-driven advancements impact customer experiences and service innovations
4th March | 15:00 - 16:00
Hall 2, K65, MWC25 Barcelona
Contact gsmoreno@drivenets.com -
Smart contact lens live demo
XPANCEO presents five smart contact lens prototypes. Founders will guide the press through interactive demos showcasing:
- A biosensor analyzing glucose and hormones in tears
- An interactive glaucoma measurement system
- Wireless power transmission
- Advancements in AR vision
- Improved antenna integration
4th March | 15:00 - 15:30
Hall 6, 6F16, MWC25 Barcelona
Contact tanyfeo@xpanceo.com -
Lighting the Way: Shaping the Future of Connectivity with Taara
Born at Google X, Taara is pioneering a new generation of wireless optical communication. Join Taara founder and special guests to learn about the future of connectivity, combining fast, affordable high-speed connectivity with the freedom of wireless, through the power of light-based innovation.
5th March | 15:00 - 19:00
Partner Theatre 3, Hall 8.0 – 4YFN & Partner Theatres, MWC25 Barcelona
Contact taarateam@x.team -
Achieving Diversity For Europe-Asia Traffic By Building The World's Deepest Inland Marine Cable In Lake Tanganyika
BCS Group just completed our submarine cable deployment inside Lake Tanganyika—a milestone that redefines connectivity across Africa and beyond!
This record-breaking project, reaching depths of 1,300 meters, establishes a critical new telecom corridor, strengthening network resilience.
5th March | 15:00 - 16:00
Partner Theatre 1, Hall 8.0, MWC25 Barcelona
Contact Sylvia@bcs-ea.com
Official photography
Selected photographs from official event photographers will be made available to the media here.
Please provide credit to photo courtesy: © 2024 GSMA / MWC
Press queries
- Please contact the GSMA PR team at pressoffice@gsma.com to schedule press interviews with the GSMA or for further information about MWC Barcelona