Highlights of the GSMA’s MWC Shanghai 2024
The biggest and most influential gathering of the connectivity ecosystem in Asia, MWC Shanghai, concluded on 27th June, at the Shanghai New International Expo Center. It saw 40,000 attendees from 124 countries and territories, for three days of innovation, collaboration and progress.
MWC Shanghai: Connectivity innovations which 'will transform our world'
The event was led by The GSMA, a global organisation with a vision to unify the mobile ecosystem and develop positive business environments and societal change. The GSMA represents mobile operators and organisations across the mobile ecosystem and adjacent industries. This year, MWC Shanghai ran on a Future First theme.
“MWC Shanghai is a truly future-facing event that gives attendees insights of the connectivity innovations that will transform our world,” said John Hoffman, CEO of GSMA Ltd. “This year we have seen more international attendees and it’s wonderful to see that global business is back; as I’ve walked around the five event halls, I’ve seen companies and people from all over the world. On behalf of the GSMA, thank you to all our attendees, exhibitors, partners and sponsors for your continued support.”
- 250 exhibitors, partners and sponsors
- 400 speakers and thought leaders
- 30% of attendees at director level and above, including nearly 1,200 from the C-suite
GSMA’s winners of the 2024 Asia Mobile Awards
Day Two of MWC Shanghai announced the winners of the GSMA Asia Mobile Awards (AMOs), during a ceremony at the Grand Shanghai Ballroom at the Kerry Hotel.
Judged by industry experts, the awards celebrate the individuals, organisations and partnerships that are ‘enhancing the world through connectivity with innovative technology, mobile devices and leadership’ which move the industry forward.
Best Mobile Technology Breakthrough in Asia
Midea, AIS, China Unicom, and Huawei; First 5G Fully-Connected Factory
Together, Midea, AIS, China Unicom and Huawei have built the first 5G fully-connected factory, in Southeast Asia the ‘Midea 5G Fully-Connected Factory’.
The network supports factory operation requirements and leverages intelligent industry applications, which facilitate manufacturing scenarios and interconnects each production line.
Asia 5G Industry Innovation Award
China Telecom 5G deterministic network applications in smart manufacturing
Baoshan Iron & Steel Co., Ltd, have teamed up with China Telecom, Huawei and Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications, to explore intelligent steel production by a 5G deterministic network.
Disruptive Device Innovation Award in Asia
Samsung Galaxy S24 AI Experience
Samsung introduced Galaxy AI features on its S24 series, Samsung’s first AI phone. To bring the benefits of Gen AI to the Galaxy S24 series Samsung took a hybrid approach to its AI integration.
Best Smartphone in Asia Award
Honor Magic V2
HONOR is a global provider of smart devices, dedicated to becoming a global iconic technology brand and creating an intelligent world, for everyone. The Honor Magic V2 is been the thinnest large-format foldable smartphone ever, at just 9.9mm. The brand has announced that the upcoming Magic V3 will "raise the bar once again" for thin foldable phones.
“Our congratulations to all of the winners and nominees of the GSMA’s AMO Awards,” said Lara Dewar, The GSMA’s Chief Marketing Officer. “The AMOs showcase the extraordinary innovation and creativity transforming our industry in the Asia region. We thank all entrants, judges and partners for supporting the 2024 AMOs.”
Coming up next is MWC Las Vegas, which will run 8th-10th October 2024, followed by MWC Kigali, 29th-31st October 2024.
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