Eva Fernández Gómez

Telecom titan Telefónica and cybersecurity leader Fortinet are developing quantum architecture for the future threat of quantum computing cyber attacks Global telecom giant Telefónica is taking a forward thinking approach that could ripple through the cyber sphere by announcing the development of a new quantum security architecture solution. Working with tech integrators Warpcom and Quantum Xchange and cybersecurity firm Fortinet, the development aims to demonstrate its effectiveness in protecting organisations against sophisticated cyber attacks that use quantum computing. Quantum computers perform certain calculations exponentially faster than classical computers. This means attackers using such computers can implement much more code cracking attempts. Equally, if it comes up against encryption that has been created by standard computers’ algorithms, it could easier crack them. Full article by Mobile Magazine's Helen Sydney Adams linked below. #telco #cyber #quantum #architecture

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I would like to express our gratitude to Miguel López-Valverde Argüeso, Counselor of Digitalization, and Silvia Roldan, Deputy Counselor of Digitalization of the Community of Madrid, for their vision and support in developing innovative use cases for #GenerativeAI. Special thanks go to Alberto Granados, President of Microsoft Spain, and Natalia Escobedo, Director of the Public Sector at Microsoft Spain, for their dedication to connecting the public sector, industry, and entrepreneurship to create the knowledge base necessary for bringing #AI-based applications like EarthScan™ to the public sector. At Mitiga Solutions, we are honored that our #ArtificialIntelligence solutions for #ClimateRisk analysis are considered crucial for supporting industry and public sector decisions. Through our EarthScan platform, Mitiga aids decision-making in urban planning, building energy efficiency, new public infrastructure locations, and the protection of natural ecosystems. We are excited about the opportunities this collaboration brings and the progress we can achieve together. #Innovation #DigitalTransformation #MitigaSolutions #SmartCities #AI #Climate Comunidad de Madrid Microsoft Microsoft Azure #digitaltwins #generativeAI

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💡 𝐈𝐬 𝐓𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐟𝐨́𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚'𝐬 𝐄𝐱𝐢𝐭 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐋𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚 𝐒𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐌𝐚𝐣𝐨𝐫 𝐓𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦 𝐒𝐡𝐢𝐟𝐭? According to two articles by Andrea Catalano, editor at TeleSemana.com, the telecommunications landscape in 𝐋𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚 is undergoing a significant transformation as we approach the end of 2024. Telefónica's recent moves, particularly its agreement with Millicom (Tigo) to sell 𝐌𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐚 𝐟𝐨𝐫 💵 𝐔𝐒$𝟒𝟎𝟎 𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧, suggest a strategic retreat from the region. This deal, alongside Millicom's efforts to gain 𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐥 𝐨𝐟 TigoUne in #Colombia and its merger plans with Liberty Latin America in #CostaRica, hints at a consolidation wave in the telecom sector across the continent. Telefónica's journey in 𝐋𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚 has been marked by a series of divestments and partnerships aimed at 📈 improving efficiency and reducing its debt. Since the 2019 spin-off of Movistar (Telefónica Hispam), the company has offloaded assets in Central America, 📡 𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐦 in #Mexico, and partnered with various firms in #Chile, #Colombia, and #Peru to 𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐧𝐞𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐟𝐢𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐦𝐨𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐧𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬. These moves were strategic, designed to manage operations in challenging markets with minimal investment. Despite these efforts, Telefónica Hispam remains a 𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧, with 113 million customers across eight markets. However, the recent sale of its Colombian subsidiary could be the start of a broader exit strategy from Latin America, a region that has become less central to Telefónica's 🌍global operations. The company's focus 𝐨𝐧 𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐔𝐒$𝟑𝟎 𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐝𝐞𝐛𝐭 load has driven these divestitures, but it has been careful to ensure that sales are profitable. The potential consolidation in 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐚 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐚 𝐑𝐢𝐜𝐚, driven by Millicom and Liberty Latin America, reflects a broader trend in the telecom industry, where companies are pooling resources to meet regulatory obligations and expand coverage, particularly in rural areas. This consolidation could lead to fewer, but stronger, players in the market, capable of making the necessary investments in infrastructure and services. As Telefónica continues to realign its 🌐global strategy, the future of its remaining Latin American subsidiaries remains uncertain. With ongoing rumors of potential sales in 𝐀𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐚, 𝐔𝐫𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐚𝐲, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐬, it appears that the company is positioning itself for a possible exit from the region. Whether these moves will culminate in a complete withdrawal from Latin America remains to be seen, but the shifts underway are likely to have lasting impacts on the region's telecom landscape.

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What part can the Metaverse play in bridging the digital divide? A fascinating question explored by Telefónica. Suggestions from them include: 📕 Virtual education platforms to provide access to educational content around the world. 🖼 Virtual cultural experiences, such as museums, making culture and the arts more accessible. 💼 New job opportunities in virtual environments, particularly for those in rural or low-income areas. Accessibility and inclusivity must be at the heart of these efforts. That means affordable devices to access the Metaverse, as well as the much-needed investment in network and infrastructure, especially in areas with limited connectivity. As a tool, the possibilities are there. But, for now, governments, tech providers (and everyone else with the potential to make a difference) have to lay the groundwork to bring these possibilities to life.

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The rise of AI: a look at technology past and present - Telefónica https://bit.ly/45RhR2B Find out more about the history of artificial intelligence. Get a glimpse into the past and present of this technology #techhistory #aihistory #techfuture

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Ever wondered about the future of AI in telecommunications? In the latest episode of "Regulating AI: Innovate Responsibly," I'm joined by Nicolas Kourtellis, Co-Director of Telefónica Research and Head of Systems AI Lab at Telefonica Innovation Digital. We dive deep into the transformative role AI is playing in the industry, from enhancing network security to pioneering the 6G horizon. Nicolas sheds light on the ethical implications and the need for robust AI regulations that don't stifle innovation but foster it. Listen to our conversation at the link in the comments below. #AIRegulation #AISafety #AIStandard

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My lifelong friend, acclaimed director, and CEO of the most innovative creative agency in Colombia, Roberto Flores Prieto, shares a case study for 'thinking outside of the digital marketing box'. In an era where machines produce marketing content for machines, it is refreshing to see human creativity at its best achieving outstanding branding results. #Non-digital-digital #Marketing #BrandMarketing

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Learn how to build better user experiences with quicker time to market using Open Gateway APIs in this webinar with Vonage and Telefónica. https://gag.gl/wQnmC3 #mycompany

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