MWC Barcelona 2026 is the world's largest trade show for the mobile communications industry, organized by the GSMA association. The event will take place from March 2 to 5, 2026, at Fira Barcelona Gran Via in L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, Barcelona. It brings together device manufacturers, network providers, and technology leaders to present their latest innovations in areas such as 5G and 6G, artificial intelligence, and the Internet of Things.
Key topics at MWC Barcelona 2026 include the integration of AI in smartphones, advancements in foldable devices, and the expansion of satellite connectivity. The event will also showcase developments in smart glasses and address challenges in the global memory supply chain affecting device manufacturing. Additionally, there will be discussions on battery innovations and the role of AI in network autonomy and mission-critical solutions.
Attendees can look forward to networking opportunities with industry leaders, exploring an extensive expo hall featuring cutting-edge technologies, and attending sessions led by notable speakers. The event serves as a platform for professionals to collaborate, share insights, and drive the future of connectivity and mobile technology.
MWC Barcelona 2026 is ideal for professionals in the mobile communications industry, including device manufacturers, network providers, technology innovators, and policymakers. It offers a unique opportunity to stay abreast of industry trends, discover new technologies, and engage with peers from around the world.
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Speakers(46)
Aaron Paul
Actor, Producer & Entrepreneur
Aaron Paul is an acclaimed actor and producer, known for his versatile roles in film and television.
Akira Shimada
President & CEO at NTT, Inc.
Akira Shimada is the President and CEO of NTT, Inc., a Japanese telecommunications company.
Andrew Feinberg
CEO & Chairman of the Board at Netcracker
Andrew Feinberg is the CEO and Chairman of the Board at Netcracker, a provider of digital transformation solutions.
Azeem Azhar
Founder at Exponential View
Azeem Azhar is the Founder of Exponential View, a platform exploring the impact of technology on society.
Benedict Evans
Analyst & Author
Benedict Evans is a renowned analyst and author, providing insights into technology and media trends.
Bumshik Hong
CEO at LG Uplus
Bumshik Hong is the Chief Executive Officer of LG Uplus, a South Korean telecommunications company.
Chaobin Yang
Executive VP, CEO of the ICT Business Group at Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
Chaobin Yang is the Executive Vice President and CEO of the ICT Business Group at Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
Christel Heydemann
CEO at Orange Group
Christel Heydemann is the Chief Executive Officer of Orange Group, a multinational telecommunications corporation.
Cristiano R. Amon
President & CEO at Qualcomm Incorporated
Cristiano R. Amon serves as the President and CEO of Qualcomm Incorporated, a leader in wireless technology.
Gopal Vittal
MD at Bharti Airtel Group & GSMA Chair
Gopal Vittal is the Managing Director of Bharti Airtel Group and serves as the Chair of GSMA, contributing to global telecommunications leadership.
Gwynne Shotwell
President & COO at SpaceX
Gwynne Shotwell is the President and Chief Operating Officer of SpaceX, overseeing the company's day-to-day operations and growth.
Jean-François Fallacher
CEO at Eutelsat
Jean-François Fallacher serves as the CEO of Eutelsat, a leading satellite operator providing global communications services.
Johanna Faries
President at Blizzard Entertainment
Johanna Faries is the President of Blizzard Entertainment, leading the company's gaming initiatives and operations.
John Giusti
Chief Regulatory Officer at GSMA
John Giusti serves as the Chief Regulatory Officer at GSMA, focusing on regulatory policies and advocacy.
John Stankey
Chairman & CEO at AT&T
John Stankey serves as the Chairman and CEO of AT&T, leading the company's strategic direction and operations.
Justin Hotard
President and CEO at Nokia
Justin Hotard serves as the President and CEO of Nokia, a global leader in telecommunications technology.
Kaan Terzioğlu
Group CEO at VEON Group
Kaan Terzioğlu is the Group CEO of VEON Group, a multinational telecommunications services company.
Kaiwei Tang
Co-founder & CEO at Light
Kaiwei Tang is the Co-founder and CEO of Light, a company specializing in innovative mobile devices.
Karandeep Anand
CEO at Character.AI
Karandeep Anand is the Chief Executive Officer of Character.AI, focusing on advancements in artificial intelligence technologies.
Kate Crawford
Research Professor at USC & Author
Kate Crawford is a Research Professor at USC and an author, specializing in the social implications of AI.
Kate Johnson
President and CEO at Lumen Technologies
Kate Johnson serves as the President and CEO of Lumen Technologies, focusing on digital transformation solutions.
Lara Dewar
CMO at GSMA
Lara Dewar is the Chief Marketing Officer at GSMA, overseeing global marketing strategies for the mobile industry.
Marc Murtra
Chairman & CEO at Telefonica
Marc Murtra serves as the Chairman and CEO of Telefonica, a multinational telecommunications company.
Marcelo Cheminn Madruga
Head of Portfolio Technology, Incubation & Architecture for Core Software at Nokia
Marcelo Cheminn Madruga leads portfolio technology, incubation, and architecture for core software at Nokia.
Maria Concetta
Manager New Services Application at Vodafone
Maria Concetta manages new services applications at Vodafone, focusing on innovative telecommunications solutions.
Marie Hogan
Head of 6G Operations at Ericsson
Marie Hogan leads 6G operations at Ericsson, focusing on next-generation network development.
Marijana Bačić
Member of the Management Board and Chief Operating Officer Business (COO Business) at Hrvatski Telekom d.d.
Marijana Bačić serves as the COO Business and a board member at Hrvatski Telekom d.d.
Marik Csaba
IT Director at PHOENIX Hungaria Holding Plc.
Marik Csaba is the IT Director at PHOENIX Hungaria Holding Plc., overseeing information technology strategies.
Marin Tica
IT Director at International Zagreb Airport Jsc.
Marin Tica serves as the IT Director at International Zagreb Airport Jsc., managing airport IT systems.
Markus Ehrle
Group Vice President EMEA Central at ServiceNow
Markus Ehrle is the Group Vice President for EMEA Central at ServiceNow, focusing on enterprise cloud solutions.
María Luque
CEO & Founder at Future Literacy Group
María Luque is the CEO and Founder of Future Literacy Group, dedicated to advancing future literacy skills.
Mathew Oommen
Group CEO at Jio Platforms Limited (JPL), Reliance
Mathew Oommen is the Group CEO of Jio Platforms Limited (JPL), a subsidiary of Reliance Industries.
Matt Sanchez
Vice President & CTO at IBM watsonx Orchestrate
Matt Sanchez is the Vice President and CTO of IBM watsonx Orchestrate, specializing in AI-driven automation.
Micah Baker
Product Lead - Firebase Phone Number Verification at Google
Micah Baker leads product development for Firebase Phone Number Verification at Google.
Michael Nicolls
VP, Starlink Engineering
Michael Nicolls is the Vice President of Starlink Engineering, focusing on satellite internet technology.
Michael Weening
President & CEO at Calix
Michael Weening is the President and CEO of Calix, a company specializing in cloud and software platforms.
Mickey Mikitani
Founder, Chairman & CEO at Rakuten Group, Inc.
Mickey Mikitani is the Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Rakuten Group, Inc., a leading global innovation company.
Mirela Seserko
Vice President for B2B Connectivity Services Europe at Deutsche Telekom
Mirela Seserko is the Vice President for B2B Connectivity Services Europe at Deutsche Telekom.
Mischa Dohler
Professor of Wireless Communications at King's College London
Mischa Dohler is a Professor of Wireless Communications at King's College London, specializing in 5G and beyond.
Monica Dalla Riva
SVP, Chief Design Officer
Monica Dalla Riva is the Senior Vice President and Chief Design Officer, focusing on innovative design strategies.
Muninder Singh Sambi
Vice President of Product Management for Networking at Google Cloud
Muninder Singh Sambi is the Vice President of Product Management for Networking at Google Cloud.
Nicholas Nikrouyan
VP Voice & Mobile Services at T Wholesale, Telekom Deutschland GmbH
Nicholas Nikrouyan is the Vice President of Voice & Mobile Services at T Wholesale, Telekom Deutschland GmbH.
Ralph Mupita
Group President and CEO at MTN
Ralph Mupita is the Group President and CEO of MTN, a multinational mobile telecommunications company.
Tim Peake
Astronaut at British European Space Agency
Tim Peake is a British astronaut with the European Space Agency, known for his missions aboard the International Space Station.
Tom Hale
CEO at ŌURA
Tom Hale is the Chief Executive Officer of ŌURA, a company specializing in health technology and wearable devices.
Vivek Badrinath
Director General at GSMA
Vivek Badrinath is the Director General of GSMA, leading initiatives to advance the mobile communications industry.
Event Details
- Date
- February 23-26, 2026
- 4 days
- Location
- 🇪🇸 Barcelona, Spain
- Fira Barcelona Gran Via
- Audience
- Professionals in the mobile communications industry, including device manufacturers, network providers, technology innovators, and policymakers.
- Attendees
- Over 109,000 visitors from 205 countries