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Mobile World Congress (MWC) Barcelona 2027
The GSMA hosts the world's largest mobile technology event in Barcelona, setting the roadmap for 5G monetization, 6G, and on-device AI.
Until it begins
- 119
- Days
Time to be confirmed
What it is
The world's largest and most influential connectivity and mobile technology event is hosted by the GSMA. It attracts over 100,000 attendees globally to discuss the future of telecommunications and unveil new hardware.
Why it matters
MWC is where the roadmap for 5G monetization, early 6G standards, edge computing, and on-device AI is laid out. Telecom giants, semiconductor firms, and smartphone manufacturers use this show to announce major enterprise partnerships and unveil hardware that dictates the mobile ecosystem for the next hardware cycle.
What to watch
- 01
Hardware launches featuring the next generation of on-device AI processing.
- 02
Progress on the transition to 6G network architectures.
- 03
Regulatory discussions between telecom operators and policymakers regarding digital infrastructure costs.
