Meet the Speakers and Brands at M360 Eurasia

Jana Krimpe, CEO, Founder, B.EST Solutions

What technology do you think will have greatest impact in your region in next 5 years?

AI, Digital (remote) Employees, 5G (eSIM, IoT), quantum/cloud computing, BIG data, Machine Learning, Metaverse, Green Tech. The biggest changes and opportunities are still ahead of us, and technology, innovations and digitalisation are one of the most important trends in our region and a driving force.

Why is the topic you’re speaking on so important right now?

This is a great time to invest and develop new aaded value services based on eSIM technology,  as the value of the global eSIM market is expected to increase from $4.7bn in 2023 to $16.3bn by 2027, according to a recent study by Juniper Research.

New generation eSIM and SIM based Mobile Identity solution with improved cryptographic capabilities enable users to give legally binding e-signatures and securely use any e-service. To date, the World Bank estimates that there are 1 billion people without official proof of identity worldwide. For the economically excluded, SIM and eSIM based Mobile Identity could help close the digital divide by providing a secure enough digital ID to open a bank account or open the company. This will offer the potential users globally from capital cities to rural areas the fully digitized experiences they’re looking for. The digital onboarding process (also referred to as electronic Know Your Customer or eKYC processes) could be performed entirely from a user’s own device.

Why you are excited about M360 Eurasia?

Our company is a member of GSMA for several years and actively participating in MWC for last 10 years. M360 Eurasia network helping us together to define new standards in eSIM security, discover and deliver new technologies and innovations to smarter business environments and changes in general, to get unique insight from industry experts as well as could discuss and debate how the industry can overcome the challenges and bring new added value services to their customers and provide innovative services and TECHNOLOGIES FOR GOOD.


Olga Pavlic, Mobile Financial Services and Business Innovations Director, moldcell

What technology do you think will have greatest impact in your region in next 5 years?

We are witnessing an incredible and accelerating evolution of technology. I am convinced that Artificial Intelligence (AI) will cause an extraordinary transformation of digital services. We already see that AI is pushing the speed of innovation in a wide range of industries.

Why is the topic you’re speaking on so important right now?

Fintech, and namely Mobile Financial Services, is an important topic right now because new solutions make financial services more accessible to people who did not have access to them before. Furthermore, financial services are necessary and present in most areas of our lives that is why clients expect even more comfort and convenience.

Why you are excited about M360 Eurasia?

This amazing event brings together industry leaders and experts from various fields, so similar to us. Thereby, it creates a perfect platform for exchanging ideas, learn about the latest trends and developments and potentially lead the new partnerships that will bring business opportunities.


Ferry C. Grijpink, Partner & Leader of McKinseys Center For Advanced Connectivity, McKinsey

What technology do you think will have greatest impact in your region in next 5 years?

In the next 5 years – we will be even more dependent on connectivity – not just to communicate but also to do our work, to get educated, to stay healthy and get entertained. Therefore we need to make sure that citizens and businesses can rely on connectivity, and the our digital infrastructure is resilient under any circumstance

Why you are excited about M360 Eurasia?

It is truly exciting to see all key players from a region that is so ambitious and willing to invest to leapfrog towards a world leading digital infrastructure that can power the economy and society for years to come


George Held, Chief of CEO Staff of Group CEO Office, VEON Group

What technology do you think will have greatest impact in your region in next 5 years?

Artificial Intelligence and Big Data analytics will be the technologies that will bring efficiencies, mass customisation and enable us to build a world without informational pollution.

Why is the topic you’re speaking on so important right now?

Because it helps get to the bottom of customer engagement philosophy and become more relevant to consumers.

Why you are excited about M360 Eurasia?

M360 Eurasia is the forum that helps share ideas with colleagues with focus on similar markets and has a proven track record to deliver results.


Aidyn Abjanbekov, Head of Ericsson in Central Asia, Mongolia, and Azerbaijan, Ericsson

What technology do you think will have greatest impact in your region in next 5 years?

At Ericsson we believe limitless connectivity will fundamentally transform entire industries providing a platform for innovation and a critical infrastructure for powering digital transformation. 5G has the potential to connect everything – from applications to smart ports to autonomous vehicles – and continues to scale faster than any previous mobile generation topping 1 billion 5G users at the close of 2022 per Ericsson Mobility Report. As we move towards digitalization of industries, the driving force is in unlocking full potential of 5G enabling superior network performance and scaling across physical and virtual worlds.

Why is the topic you’re speaking on so important right now?

5G can provide a major economic boost for all markets and unlock transformative business opportunities. It enables new services for consumers, enterprises and industry, including large-scale IoT use cases. The mobile advantage includes unrivaled coverage, performance, security, reliability, scalability, and control – all backed up by global standards, future-proof roadmaps, as well as diverse and versatile ecosystems

Why you are excited about M360 Eurasia?

Ericsson’s vision is a world where limitless connectivity improves lives, redefines business and pioneers a sustainable future. Being at the frontline of the mobile technology development, we are eager to speak to the wider community experts about the opportunities, successes, and challenges we are facing in our industry and beyond. In a highly competitive environment, it’s equally important to co-create and find ways to bring the best technology and innovations for the benefit of the business and society.


Justin Moon, SVP/Head of Global Business, KT

What technology do you think will have greatest impact in your region in next 5 years?

As the digital world is rapidly evolving due to the environment, DX(Digital Transformation) has become an essential part of our daily life surrounded by ICT. KT is also already committed to providing advanced services and strive to lead the DX market as new demands for communications have arisen.

Why is the topic you’re speaking on so important right now?

Smart City is expected to solve various urban problems such as traffic congestion and energy shortage, and serve as a driving force for economic growth. In this regard, we are proud to share KT’s Smart City solutions and cases consist of network infrastructure, Big Data, integrated platform and more.

Why you are excited about M360 Eurasia?

Attending M360 has always been an exciting experience for me as I get to discuss our challenges along with networking. I feel extra anew this time as KT will be hosting the first M360 APAC in Korea in September, and EURASIA is KT’s next focusing region for global business as well.


Nizami Mansirov, Regional Portfolio Owner for Azerbaijan Georgia Turkiye and Middle Eastern businesses, BP

What technology do you think will have greatest impact in your region in next 5 years?

Digital twin technology creates a virtual replica of a physical asset or system to simulate its behaviour in real-time. In oil and gas, it can improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance safety by optimizing operations, predicting maintenance needs, and simulating complex systems for more effective equipment design.

Why is the topic you’re speaking on so important right now?

Digitalization across verticals is important in the oil and gas industry because it can help to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance safety across the entire value chain, from exploration and production to transportation and refining. By adopting digital technologies such as IoT devices, drones, digital twins, and big data analytics, operators can monitor and optimize their operations in real-time, predict maintenance needs, and improve decision-making. Additionally, digitalization can help to enhance safety by reducing the risk of accidents and environmental damage.

Why you are excited about M360 Eurasia?

 I am excited about M360 Eurasia, because it provides the opportunity to learn from experts in their field, network with like-minded individuals, gain exposure to new technologies and trends, and access valuable resources and insights from the comfort and convenience of their own location.


Giorgos Chatzis, Global Business Development Director, Infobip

What technology do you think will have greatest impact in your region in next 5 years?

Composable tech platforms will drive speed and scale while artificial intelligence and analytics will delivery hyper personalized end-to-end customer experience journeys. Intelligent bots will deliver efficiencies increasing productivity, providing an immersive hybrid ‘phygital’ experience bridging the real and online worlds where and when the customers want it.

Why is the topic you’re speaking on so important right now?

Nowadays customer experience and rationalization of the cost is the key elements for the organisations who wants to lead in the market and deliver value.


Martina Klingvall, Founder, Telness Tech

What technology do you think will have greatest impact in your region in next 5 years?

I believe the greatest impact will be technology that enables innovation and automation. There are a lot of technology out there, and innovation in different verticals. The winners will be the ones that have digitalised and automized their core, to be flexible, fast in go to market, and able to focus on the possibilities without legacy.

Why is the topic you’re speaking on so important right now?

How to seize the untapped potential in the SMB segment. Digitalisation and automation are enabling a large segment of SMB customers, that has previously been underserved in most markets. We see a great focus and results on B2B in the Nordics, and are now enabling others in other markets to gain new revenue streams.

Why you are excited about M360 Eurasia?

There have a lot of innovation and learnings from the Nordic market, that we yet have not seen in rest of Eurasia. Looking forward to have new connections and valuable conversations across markets.


Selbin Alakbarova, Chief Product Officer, Simbrella

What technology do you think will have greatest impact in your region in next 5 years?

FinTech can be a game changer for micro, small and medium-sized enterprises by enabling access to funding, accounting tools, and payment procession solutions. FinTech providers offer alternative lending options that leverage data analysis to evaluate creditworthiness and access risk. FinTech can help MSMEs to overcome financial challenges and achieve growth.

Why is the topic you’re speaking on so important right now?

The transformative power of fintech is important right now because it is rapidly reshaping the financial industry and impacting the way people access and use financial services. Fintech has the potential to increase financial inclusion, improve efficiency, reduce costs, and drive innovation in the financial sector, making it an essential topic for businesses and consumers alike.

Why you are excited about M360 Eurasia?

M360 Eurasia is a pivotal conference that unites industry experts, pioneers, and regulators in the fintech and telecommunications sectors. The event is an ideal platform to exchange cutting-edge ideas, explore new technologies and trends, and engage in collaborative ventures that can drive progress in both industries.


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