Vivek Badrinath

Vivek Badrinath is the Director General of the GSMA (Groupe Speciale Mobile Association), a global organization representing mobile network operators. He recently appeared as a guest on François Sorel's "Tech & Co" program on BFM Business on March 23rd. The interviews and discussions centered around the GSMA's role in the telecom industry, key trends expected at the 2026 Mobile World Congress (MWC), an assessment of 5G's progress, the renewed push for telecom consolidation in Europe, and the increasing importance of satellite connectivity. His appearance highlights the GSMA's and his own role in shaping the conversation around the future of telecommunications and addressing the challenges faced by telecom operators in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.