PANEL: The New Age of Communications: Global Connectivity without Borders

As terrestrial, non-terrestrial, and hybrid networks increasingly converge, the boundaries between space, telecoms, and digital infrastructure are blurring, enabling new models of direct-to-device connectivity and truly global coverage. This session will explore how evolving technologies, market models and policy drivers are shaping the future of communications, examining what this means for access, network resilience and the creation of new commercial and societal markets. The discussion will consider whether interoperable, hybrid communications architectures can deliver seamless, secure connectivity across diverse environments, unlocking more inclusive, robust and scalable communications worldwide. Key Takeaways - Learn how converging terrestrial, non-terrestrial and hybrid networks enable direct-to-device and global connectivity - Discover what the future communications landscape looks like as space, telecoms and digital infrastructure merge - Evaluate whether interoperable hybrid networks can deliver seamless, secure and resilient connectivity at global scale