ACC 2023 kicks off, PLDT group, HUAWEI, and sponsors welcome global delegates

ACC returns to Cebu for its 19th year of gathering industry leaders, innovators and experts for networking and showcasing technological advancements.

Industry leaders and executives

From left to right, Director of Huawei Carrier Network Business Group Wang Ye, PLDT Global President and CEO Albert Villa-Real, Lapu-Lapu City Mayor Junard Chan, PLDT FVP and Head for Enterprise and International Business Groups Mitch Locsin, ePLDT President and CEO Victor Genuino, and Bankai Chief Business Development Officer for Asia, Middle East, and Oceana Aayush R. Barot

Back in Cebu!

Now in its 19th year, ACC (formerly known as the Asian Carriers Conference) has made a name for itself as the essential networking hub for professionals in the telecommunications sector with the promise of being more exciting this year. Industry leaders are expected to converge at the Shangri-La resort, in Mactan Island, Lapu-Lapu City to engage in meaningful discussions, share insights and forge partnerships that aim to push the industry forward.

The five-day conference in Cebu may be pivotal for the telecommunications industry in Asia.

This year's conference theme is "Accelerate. Challenge. Connect." emphasizes the importance of collaboration when dealing with the rapidly evolving telecommunications landscape including the rise of Artificial Intelligence technology at its plenary program "The Pros and Cons of AI: Balancing Innovation and Ethical Considerations" - a deeper look into how AI can affect the industry from world futurists Erica Orange and Jeremy White.

Aside from the keynote presentation and networking opportunities, telecom companies, service providers and technology vendors like PLDT, Smart Communications, ePLDT, HUAWEI, Bankai Businesses, PCCW Global and more are set to showcase their latest innovations and products in areas such as 5G, Internet of Things, cloud computing and cyber security. Delegates are free to roam around, explore and witness firsthand the possible transformative potential of these advancements in Telecommunications.

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