Dr Bilel Jamoussi, ITU – Driving Communication Standards in a Changing World

In episode 26, Ian and Frankie talk with Dr. Bilel Jamoussi, Deputy to the Director of the ITU, to discuss the critical role of the ITU in standardisation and digital transformation. During their conversation, they highlight the importance of agility in standards development, the AI for Good initiative and the need for inclusivity and gender […]

Carlos Oba – Empowering Rural Africa Through Digital Opportunities

In episode 25, Ian and Frankie interview Carlos Oba, founder and CEO of Dots for Inc. As an attendee of Network X they discuss his mission to bridge the digital divide in Africa by providing rural communities with access to the digital economy. He explains how his organisation builds digital infrastructure, offers smartphones, and connects villagers to gig […]

Vincent Garnier – Sustainable Communications with Fibre

In episode 24, Ian and Frankie interview Vincent Garnier the Director General of the FTTH Council Europe. As an attendee of Network X they discuss the role of the council in advancing fibre technology and sustainability in the telecom industry. They explore the importance of fibre in achieving digital connectivity goals, the challenges of measuring carbon footprints […]

Althea – Creating a New Egalitarian Paradigm in Broadband Communications

In episode 21, Ian and Frankie interview Deborah Simpier, CEO and co-founder of Althea, a company using blockchain and decentralised technologies to increase affordable internet access worldwide. In part 2, Deborah shares more about the innovative connectivity platform that Althea has developed. Althea is a decentralised network that aims to provide affordable and reliable internet […]

Sebastian Stockzelius – CEO of Impact Tech Company Janah Cycle

In episode 22, Ian and Frankie interview Sebastian Stockzelius, CEO and co-founder of Janah Cycle a company making Ocean Protection & Social Impact ROI-positive. In part 1, Sebastian shares his journey and the mission of his company. The conversation covers topics such as the importance of experiences, the impact of travel, and the inspiration behind […]

Deborah Simpier – CEO of Affordable Internet Company Althea

In episode 20, Ian and Frankie interview Deborah Simpier, CEO and co-founder of Althea, a company using blockchain and decentralised technologies to increase affordable internet access worldwide. In part 1, Deborah shares her background and how her upbringing in a technology-focused family influenced her interest in technology and communication. The conversation touches on the future […]

Steve Statler – Measuring Carbon Footprints with Wiliot’s IoT Pixels

In episode 19, Ian and Frankie are joined again by Steve Statler the CMO of ambient IoT company Wiliot. In this part of the conversation, Steve discusses the concept of ambient IoT and its potential to connect everyday objects at a fraction of the cost. He explains how IoT pixels, small devices that harvest energy […]

Steve Statler – CMO of Ambient IoT Company Wiliot

ert island and his recommendation for a sustainable lifestyle.  This is part 1 of a 2-part episode. Tune in to part 2 to hear more about Wiliot and how their IoT solution is bringing connectivity and intelligence to everyday products and packaging. Steve Statler – Steve is the author of Beacon Technologies, the presenter of the […]

Dialog Axiata PLC Sustainability Division – Supporting the People and the Planet

In episode 17, Frankie and Ian are joined by Tharusha and Asith from the sustainability division of Dialog Axiata PLC, the leading quad-play telecom provider in Sri Lanka. With a strong focus on sustainability, they have a portfolio of projects that aim to support the community and improve outcomes for people and the planet. With […]