Wavelengths 2025 Agenda

Discover Vienna with a Vintage Twist! Embark on a unique journey through Vienna's rich history and breathtaking architecture with this exclusive tour. Your adventure begins at the Hilton Vienna Park, where your English-speaking guide will meet you and accompany you to the nearby tram station. From there, hop aboard a privately-rented vintage tram for a 30-minute panoramic ride along the iconic Ringstrasse Boulevard. Marvel at the city's architectural gems, including the State Opera House, the Museum of Fine Arts, the Natural History Museum, the Hofburg, the Parliament, the Burgtheater, and the City Hall. Your guide will provide insightful commentary on the history and significance of each landmark. After the tram tour, continue on foot through Vienna's charming city center. Stroll along the narrow streets of Rotenturmstrasse, leading to the magnificent St. Stephen's Cathedral—the largest Gothic structure in Austria. From there, walk along the Graben, featuring the famous Plague Column, and explore the prestigious Kohlmarkt, one of Vienna’s most exclusive shopping streets. Finally, arrive at the historic Hofburg complex, home to the former imperial residence, the treasury, the national library, and the Spanish Riding School.

At the tour's conclusion, you can choose to return to the Hilton Vienna Park—just a short walk away—or continue exploring the city at your own pace.

Details:

• Price: €60 per person (includes English-speaking guide, headset, and vintage tram ride)
• Duration: Approximately 3 hours
• Seats: Limited to 50 participants
• Registration: Available during the online event registration process only.

Start your journey toward optical network automation with an overview of network automation applications and areas that can benefit from automation. We’ll begin with the Nokia optical network automation ecosystem, which consists of several critical building blocks for eight essential use cases. After that, you will learn how to make these use cases possible by adopting a set of standard enablers, such as interfaces, protocols, and models for representing and encoding the accessible data.

We’ll introduce the four most popular use cases: service provisioning, bandwidth on demand and calendaring.

Prepare for the future of network security by joining our seminar on quantum-safe networks, where we’ll explore the transformative impact of quantum computing on telecommunications. Gain a solid understanding of quantum cryptography fundamentals, including key generation, entropy, and encryption, while learning how emerging quantum technologies pose new risks to traditional network security. The seminar will cover key strategies such as Public Key Cryptography (PKC), Pre-Shared Keys (PSK), Quantum-Key Distribution (QKD), and defense-in-depth, offering critical insights into safeguarding telecommunications networks. Additionally, participants will get an overview of the Nokia 1830 Security Management Server (SMS), a crucial enabler of quantum-safe networks, and how it integrates with encryption-capable transponders.

Designed for telecommunications professionals and anyone interested in securing their systems for the future, this seminar is accessible to all, with no advanced expertise required. Attendees will leave with knowledge of crypto-agility, layered protection, and building trust in a quantum-ready world.

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The global landscape is undergoing significant transformations driven by geopolitical shifts, technological advancements, and market changes. Key trends include European technological leadership, network security, cloud services, and sustainable network efficiency. These changes are expected to shape the future of the industry.

A brief overview of the latest innovations addressing the market's emerging trends and needs. Learn how to scale your network simply and securely with the power of n as we all anticipate how AI will impact network infrastructure connectivity. Leverage the power of Nokia's NI in the era of AI. 

This presentation will provide a view of the emerging market trends, including AI. He will speak to the opportunity for Enterprise, CSPs, Cloud Providers and such. 

In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, optical networks must evolve to deliver more capacity, higher service quality, and support for AI workloads—without added complexity. Nokia’s approach to network automation, intelligence, and cloud integration empowers operators to simplify operations, reduce energy use, and proactively address potential issues before they impact the business. By leveraging advanced optical technologies, sensing capabilities, and open standards, we enable fully autonomous networks that anticipate and adapt to changing needs. Learn how intuitive interfaces, predictive analytics, and intelligent automation drive continuous innovation, freeing you to focus on strategic growth and new revenue opportunities.

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After a full day of sessions, we invite you to join us for our welcome reception in the exhibition. Explore the many demonstrations prepared for you, forge connections and embrace the spirit of the Wavelengths community. Join us for an evening filled with great conversations, delicious food, and opportunities to connect with fellow professionals.

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As cloud networking evolves, so do the skills needed to manage and secure it. Discover how our learning and certification programs equip you with expertise in automation and cybersecurity, keeping you ahead in an increasingly digital world. Explore our automation learning tracks to optimize network operations and improve efficiency. Learn how Quantum-Safe Networks training prepares your team to defend against emerging cybersecurity threats. Join us for the latest program updates, and explore new opportunities and exclusive offers to advance your skills.

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Over 99% of the intercontinental traffic in the world is carried by submarine communication cables. With over 570 operational cables and 80 more in planning this is a very active and successful market. In this short overview Geoff Bennett will explain the vital importance of submarine networks to the world’s digital economies, look at how submarine and terrestrial networks are integrated, and give an update on high profile cable incidents around the world.

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Automation is a key enabler of efficient network operations. It is evolving to enable network operators to build closed-loop systems based on structured intents that require minimal human intervention. These systems leverage AI to sense, think, and act to execute network actions based on predictive analysis and intelligent decision making. AI will also play a crucial role in simplifying interactions with the network by using natural language-based intents to ultimately deliver business outcomes. Let's explore how this transformative automation, combined with AI, will not only reduce capital and operational expenditures but also create new opportunities in a trusted manner.

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This talk is about the achievements and ongoing evolution of Nokia’s GMPLS control plane. GMPLS CP is a key asset in Nokia’s 1830PSS portfolio. The talk will focus on

• Key past decisions (multi-layer networking) that are now resulting in significant customer traction and how this can help other customers
• How GMPLS CP is evolving around those key decisions (transition from multi-layer to elastic photonic networking)
• How we further enhance our GMPLS CP capabilities to improve resilience, automation and optimization

Service providers invest in automation to reduce operational costs, accelerate time-to-revenue and improve productivity. The WaveSuite Automation platform can streamline many operational challenges as network capacity and footprint continues to scale. Nokia Optical Professional Services uses WaveSuite to develop automation tailored to your business and operational practices. This includes network insights with customized reporting to assist in your business decisions; simplifying your network operational practice; and delivering network emulation to support automation use case development and help you fulfill service delivery to reduce time-to-market. Come hear how you can take advantage of Optical Professional Services to build automation solutions that achieve your objectives. 

As digitalization accelerates, reducing carbon emissions in optical networks has become a top priority for operators facing rising energy costs, regulatory demands, and sustainability commitments. This deep dive explores why action is essential now and how WaveSuite empowers operators to measure, analyze, and optimize energy efficiency; cutting emissions, lowering costs, and enabling truly sustainable networks.

Connecting consumers and enterprises to the Cloud may not be a simple task. In many cases, Data Centers which host the various applications are installed in different regions, reachable through multiple networks, and even, from different vendors. NOC engineers face a significant challenge known as the 'swivel chair' phenomenon, where they must constantly monitor, address, and alert on network issues as they arise across multiple applications and screens. As a result, scaling the transport network requires increased resources to maintain productivity and support all aspects of network management. But it doesn’t have to be that way. By unifying network management into a single-pane view using WaveSuite Network Director, Network Operators can reduce costs by reducing operational tasks, and increase revenues by delivering a better user experience across all vendor networks, regardless of geographic location.

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Our stream dedicated to Enterprise customers will feature a series of engaging customer testimonials and case studies from various vertical segments, showcasing how Nokia's optical solutions have helped them to overcome specific challenges and achieve their business goals. These real-world examples will be presented by the customers themselves, providing a unique opportunity for attendees to learn from their peers and gain valuable insights into the practical applications of Nokia's technology. More details to be published soon.

Join us for a compelling presentation on quantum era security. We’ll delve into the evolving Quantum Threat, and how we deliver a Quantum Secure Economy. Discover the advantages of reducing risks with a defense in-depth strategy using layered Quantum-Safe cryptography and introduce how our Nokia Quantum-Safe Networks (QSN) solution can deliver quantum security today and moving forward as the quantum threat landscape evolves. Next, hear from our customers about the need to ensure robust data integrity, confidentiality, and authenticity for their customers, and learn about their how their Quantum-Safe Connectivity services are delivering on this need, highlighting real-world QSN implementations. From theory to practice, the session will showcase our readiness to engage and drive a quantum-safe journey, and why enterprises must act now to protect their networks against quantum threats. 

This presentation will take us through a journey of the remarkable history of Bell Labs, the birthplace of some of the most iconic inventions of the past 100 years. From the transistor to the laser, and from information theory to the first mobile phone call, Bell Labs has been at the forefront of innovation. In this talk, we will delve into the fundamental research that has shaped the course of human history and explore how these pioneering achievements continue to inspire us today.  As we look to the future, we will discuss how Nokia is building on this legacy of innovation to drive the next wave of technological breakthroughs. We will discuss the cutting-edge research and development that is positioning Nokia as a leader in the technology industry. By combining our rich heritage with a passion for innovation, we are committed to delivering the most advanced solutions to our customers and shaping the future of technology. Join us to discover why Nokia is the partner of choice for those who want to break out of the curve.

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Unlike many other palaces in the Austrian capital Palais Ferstel is not named after its owner, with that honour going instead to its architect. But not until it was completely renovated in 1982. Otherwise it would have ended up being known as the national bank or the stock exchange building, in recognition of the roles originally intended for this opulent structure built by Heinrich von Ferstel.  Be that as it may, Palais Ferstel continues to cast its magic on guests with its fantastic Venetian-cum-Florentine-cum-Trecento architecture, something you won’t find anywhere else in the capital. With stunning rooms, dazzling chandeliers and an impressive colonnaded courtyard. An Italian Palazzo – in the heart of Vienna’s historic first district, on Freyung.  With a sunlit, wet-weather-proofed courtyard this transformative space has been perfectly reinvented to host the Wavelengths 2025 evening event. Join us for an evening that promises to be full of camaraderie, laughter, and memorable moments.

AI will transform how you execute daily optical networking operations, but it can also complement existing automation to improve efficiency and predict events within the network to rapidly resolve issues. Building closed-loop automation and migrating to autonomous networks that can sense, think, and act will reshape how we manage transport networks, and AI will deliver some of the building block to make this possible. This talk explores AI’s role in autonomous networks, and how Nokia intends to implement it into our automation solutions. We’ll explore some of the AI use cases in the context of the autonomous network and go over Nokia’s roadmap to make autonomous networks a reality.

The rapid growth of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) workloads is driving an unprecedented demand for high-speed datacenter interconnects, as massive amounts of data must be transferred between servers, storage, and accelerators to facilitate complex computations

Next generation pluggable small-form factor modules are foreseen to be the key components to enable this high data-rate transport. However, each application space demands for highly optimized solutions to achieves lowest power consumption and cost per bit data transport. This includes solutions for shorter data center interconnects up to 20km with co-packed optics or linear (retimed) optics but also optimized coherent solutions like “1.6T Coherent Lite”. For longer distances up to 120km the coherent 1.6T-ZR and ZR+ modules will be the dominating solutions.

This technical deep dive demonstrates for each of these application spaces how Nokia can offer highly optimized solutions leveraging Nokia’s next generation leading edge electrical and optical components. By highlight technological challenges and how to overcome them we demonstrate Nokia’s unique position in the industry as a fully vertically integrated company from developing key components to mastering small form factor module integration.

Large language models (LLMs) used for artificial intelligence are reshaping the datacenter fabric and interconnect landscape by using GPU compute resources with the speed and capacity to run the LLMs effectively. These GPUs may span multiple locations and optical transport is ideal for interconnecting them. This talk explores how constraints imposed by AI affect choosing optical interconnect technology to enable data flows between multiple locations during training or inferencing cycles. Then we progress to explain how Nokia’s optical portfolio meets the reliability, security, and latency interconnect constraints to optimally scale in an energy-efficient way. 

Automated service activation tests are an important component of optical network service activation. It helps to speed-up capacity/service provisioning in the network, making the test phase automatic and saving operational costs by avoiding the need for additional instruments or on-site presence. This technical deep dive explores how to use 1830 PSS embedded functions for service test and how to automate such testing in WaveSuite platform to streamline service deployment. 

After three eventful days, join us in the exhibition for a final conversation with our demonstrators and one last look at the engaging demonstrations we’ve prepared for you—plus, enjoy a relaxed lunch as we wrap up Wavelengths 2025.