The Five Nine explores how and why AI agents and quantum computing could break modern network security, what role telecom network operators have in stopping the threats, and why everyone needs to start thinking about these problems NOW.

Special guests include Palo Alto’s SVP for Network Security Rich Campagna, F5 VP of AI and engineering guru Jimmy White and Fierce Network Research’s Mitch Wagner.

#AI #agenticAI #telecom #security #cybersecurity #quantum

The Five Nine explores how and why AI agents and quantum computing could break modern network security, what role telecom network operators have in stopping the threats, and why everyone needs to start thinking about these problems NOW.
Special guests include Palo Alto&rsquo;s SVP for Network Security Rich Campagna, F5 VP of AI and engineering guru Jimmy White and Fierce Network Research&rsquo;s Mitch Wagner.
#AI #agenticAI #telecom #security #cybersecurity #quantum

Join host Diana Goovaerts and other Fierce Network editors as they explore the stories behind some of the hottest topics in tech and telecom. Want the inside scoop on broadband, wireless, artificial intelligence and cloud? You'll find it here.

Join host Diana Goovaerts and other Fierce Network editors as they explore the stories behind some of the hottest topics in tech and telecom. Want the inside scoop on broadband, wireless, artificial intelligence and cloud? You'll find it here.

Host Alejandro Piñero leads in-depth discussions on 5G connectivity, AI, networking and more.

The Five Nine

Join host Diana Goovaerts and other Fierce Network editors as they explore the stories behind some of the hottest topics in tech and telecom. Want the inside scoop on broadband, wireless, artificial intelligence and cloud? You'll find it here.

How quantum computing and AI agents could break network security

As operators continue to invest heavily in 5G, many are still working to unlock meaningful returns. In this interview, Shaun McCarthy, president and chief revenue officer at Spectrum Effect, explains why interference and inefficient spectrum use remain major barriers to network performance. He outlines how Spectrum Effect uses the radio access network as a sensor, applying AI and machine learning to analyze real-time data and drive automated actions that improve utilization, throughput and user experience across large-scale deployments.

McCarthy also discusses how AI is moving from pilots into day-to-day network operations. He describes a shift away from analysis paralysis toward faster deployment, iteration and scale, as operators recognize the need for closed-loop automation and intent-based networks to stay competitive.

The conversation explores spectrum coexistence, enterprise 5G use cases and the growing role of AI in enabling fleets of connected devices beyond private networks. As the industry looks ahead to continued 5G evolution and early conversations around 6G, McCarthy emphasizes the importance of software-driven innovation, practical monetization strategies and building networks that can increasingly operate autonomously.

As operators continue to invest heavily in 5G, many are still working to unlock meaningful returns. In this interview, Shaun McCarthy, president and chief revenue officer at Spectrum Effect, explains why interference and inefficient spectrum use remain major barriers to network performance. He outlines how Spectrum Effect uses the radio access network as a sensor, applying AI and machine learning to analyze real-time data and drive automated actions that improve utilization, throughput and user experience across large-scale deployments.
McCarthy also discusses how AI is moving from pilots into day-to-day network operations. He describes a shift away from analysis paralysis toward faster deployment, iteration and scale, as operators recognize the need for closed-loop automation and intent-based networks to stay competitive.
The conversation explores spectrum coexistence, enterprise 5G use cases and the growing role of AI in enabling fleets of connected devices beyond private networks. As the industry looks ahead to continued 5G evolution and early conversations around 6G, McCarthy emphasizes the importance of software-driven innovation, practical monetization strategies and building networks that can increasingly operate autonomously.

Special Episode: Turning 5G Into Revenue With AI, Automation and RAN Data

In this conversation, AT&T Executive Vice President and General Manager of Mass Markets, Jenifer Robertson, discusses how the company is reshaping connectivity through a customer-first strategy across wireless and fiber. Robertson outlines AT&T’s approach to serving more than 100 million customers daily, highlighting how customer experience, network reliability, and simplified pricing are driving decision-making at scale.

The discussion explores key initiatives including multi-gig fiber expansion, simplified pricing with no contracts, and the launch of the AT&T Guarantee—an industry-first commitment covering network reliability, customer service, and price value. Robertson also explains how convergence between fiber and wireless enables innovations such as automatic internet backup, AI-driven Wi-Fi personalization, and connected home services.

From frontline leadership to enterprise-scale transformation, Robertson shares insights on managing large teams, driving cultural change, and taking bold, public commitments to improve customer trust. The conversation offers a clear view into AT&T’s roadmap for connectivity, convergence, and customer experience as the company looks ahead to 2026.

In this conversation, AT&amp;T Executive Vice President and General Manager of Mass Markets, Jenifer Robertson, discusses how the company is reshaping connectivity through a customer-first strategy across wireless and fiber. Robertson outlines AT&amp;T&rsquo;s approach to serving more than 100 million customers daily, highlighting how customer experience, network reliability, and simplified pricing are driving decision-making at scale.
The discussion explores key initiatives including multi-gig fiber expansion, simplified pricing with no contracts, and the launch of the AT&amp;T Guarantee&mdash;an industry-first commitment covering network reliability, customer service, and price value. Robertson also explains how convergence between fiber and wireless enables innovations such as automatic internet backup, AI-driven Wi-Fi personalization, and connected home services.
From frontline leadership to enterprise-scale transformation, Robertson shares insights on managing large teams, driving cultural change, and taking bold, public commitments to improve customer trust. The conversation offers a clear view into AT&amp;T&rsquo;s roadmap for connectivity, convergence, and customer experience as the company looks ahead to 2026.

AT&T’s Jenifer Robertson explains how customer-first strategy, fiber, 5G, and the AT&T Guarantee are reshaping connectivity at scale.

How AT&T is redefining connectivity with a customer-first focus (Special Episode)

We’re flipping the script this week and talking not to the people building AI infrastructure but to one of the people trying to help implement it in the wilds of retail. Forum3 Co-CEO and former Starbucks Chief Digital Officer Adam Brotman talks why GenAI is different, how on-device AI could change the game entirely, and whether he thinks there is actually a bubble. #AI #artificialintelligence #retail #Apple #Google #Siri

We&rsquo;re flipping the script this week and talking not to the people building AI infrastructure but to one of the people trying to help implement it in the wilds of retail. Forum3 Co-CEO and former Starbucks Chief Digital Officer Adam Brotman talks why GenAI is different, how on-device AI could change the game entirely, and whether he thinks there is actually a bubble. #AI #artificialintelligence #retail #Apple #Google #Siri

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