Alaian at Mobile World Congress 2026: Driving the Future of Agentic AI in the Telco Ecosystem

Last week, Alaian participated in Mobile World Congress 2026 in Barcelona, one of the world’s leading events for connectivity, innovation and technology. As part of its presence, Alaian took part in 4YFN, the startup-focused platform that brings together entrepreneurs, investors and corporations shaping the future of the digital ecosystem.

Exploring the Next Evolution of AI in Telecom
One of the key highlights of Alaian’s participation was the panel discussion “When AI Becomes Agentic: The Next Evolution of Telco Intelligence.”
The session brought together industry experts to explore how Agentic AI — artificial intelligence capable of reasoning, deciding and acting autonomously — is transforming the telecom sector. From network optimization to customer experience and operational efficiency, the discussion focused on how telcos can leverage AI to unlock new levels of automation and innovation.
The panel offered valuable insights into the role of data, advanced infrastructure and collaboration between startups and corporates in building the next generation of telecom services.

Recognizing Innovation: Alaian Startup Award 2026
Another highlight of the event was the Alaian Startup Award 2026, which recognizes the most innovative and disruptive startup within the ecosystem.
This year, the award was presented to ElevenLabs, a leading company in voice technology and conversational AI. Its advanced generative voice platform is redefining how businesses and users interact, enabling more natural, scalable and multilingual communication experiences.
By recognizing companies like ElevenLabs, Alaian reinforces its commitment to supporting startups that are shaping the future of technology and the telecom industry.

Strengthening the Ecosystem Through Collaboration
Beyond panels and awards, Alaian’s presence at MWC 2026 was also an opportunity to strengthen connections across the ecosystem.
The Orange Startup Networking Cocktail provided a valuable space for startups, corporates and investors to connect, exchange ideas and explore new collaboration opportunities in a more informal setting. These moments are key to fostering partnerships and accelerating innovation across the alliance.

Launching the Agentic AI Open Call
During the event, Alaian also announced the launch of its Agentic AI Open Call, aimed at identifying startups developing next-generation AI solutions.
The initiative is focused on startups building AI systems capable of autonomous decision-making and action, with applications across industries such as ICT, finance, transportation, healthcare and enterprise software.
Alaian’s alliance brings together 12 leading telecom operators, reaching 1.5 billion customers across more than 70 markets worldwide. Selected startups will have the opportunity to test their solutions in real-world environments, co-create projects with leading corporates and scale their innovation globally.

Looking Ahead
Alaian’s participation in Mobile World Congress 2026 highlights its ongoing commitment to driving innovation in the telecom sector and supporting the next generation of startups.
By connecting startups, corporates and investors, and by promoting initiatives such as the Agentic AI Open Call, Alaian continues to play a key role in shaping the future of the digital ecosystem.