John I. C. Gomes

Private 5G is moving beyond experimentation. In this SDxCentral article, Ericsson's Manish Tiwari shares how the market is evolving, what enterprises are looking for next, and how Ericsson is helping make private networks easier to deploy, manage, and scale. If you are interested in where private 5G is really headed, this is worth a read.

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Many operators report network efficiency brilliantly and still struggle to monetize platforms. The missing link is the operating model: product owners with P&L, partner onboarding SLAs, and incentives tied to margin outcomes, not coverage metrics.

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Yesterday’s encounter that reminded me why protocols matter more than platforms. Had an inspiring conversation with Rajeesh Menon, whose work spans the entire digital infrastructure ecosystem that’s quietly revolutionizing how we think about systemic change. From EkStep Foundation to Beckn Open Collective, Rajeesh embodies something crucial: building systems that serve rather than surveil, that empower rather than extract. What excites me most is exploring how our community-driven approach (SAOcommons) to human capital indexing (WellbeingProtocol) could plug into this broader ecosystem of digital public / common goods. The goal? Value redistribution that’s signal-based and equitable rather than platform-captured. But this conversation also surfaced some critical questions I’m wrestling with: 1) “Emission” vs “Collection” of data 2) Deep Thinkers' Collective. 3) Anti-hive-mind design - How does TheInternetOfValue preserve individual agency while enabling collective intelligence? 4) “Weaponising” context ? If you’re working on systems that put livelihoods with dignity at the center, Rajeesh Menon is building something remarkable. Worth following his journey. Thanks for the active listening and questions, Rajeesh!

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𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮’𝘀 𝗔𝗜 𝗽𝘂𝘀𝗵 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗲 The addition of 15,916 graphics processing units (GPUs) to the national AI infrastructure and the Cabinet’s approval of ₹10,300 crore for the IndiaAI Mission reflect a long-term commitment to building advanced capability across the country. India now contributes 16% of the global AI workforce and ranks first in AI skill penetration. With Centres of Excellence across key sectors, we are creating sector-focused hubs that can drive real impact. The expansion of AI education and the plan to set up over 200 data and AI labs in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities show the depth of this transformation. As startups and enterprises build products rooted in responsible AI, India’s leadership will be shaped by how well we scale talent, strengthen infrastructure, and keep innovation aligned to real needs. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gDrwaCjN #IndiaAI #AIForAll #InnovationEcosystem #DeepTechIndia #FutureOfWork #ViksitBharat

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Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) is emerging as a game-changer for the telecom industry, unlocking vast opportunities for growth and innovation. As fiber deployment faces economic and logistical challenges, FWA offers a scalable, cost-effective alternative to bring high-speed broadband to underserved markets from urban outskirts to remote rural areas. With projections showing over 400 million premises covered by 5G FWA by 2029, this technology not only bridges the digital divide but also opens new revenue streams for service providers. For telcos eager to accelerate broadband adoption and diversify portfolios, investing in FWA infrastructure is a strategic imperative that promises strong ROI and market differentiation. #5G #FWA #TelecomInnovation #DigitalInclusion #BroadbandTransformation

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India’s broadband subscriber base crossed the landmark of 100 crore (1 billion) in November 2025, representing a major milestone in the country’s digital connectivity journey. Reliance Jio continues to lead the market with around 51 crore subscribers, followed by Bharti Airtel with approximately 31.42 crore, while Vodafone Idea and BSNL account for smaller shares. Wireless broadband forms the bulk of connections, with fixed-line broadband remaining relatively limited. Over the past decade, broadband subscriptions have expanded more than six-fold, growing from about 13.15 crore in 2015, highlighting the rapid adoption of internet services across both urban and rural India. Gaurav Kant Mandeep Singh Saini Aditya Chauhan Vimal Thaker Sandip Mukherjee Padmanabh Nargunde Ajay Mehta Ashwin kadiyala Yash Dedhiya Yogesh Kale Deepak Goel https://lnkd.in/ddGDQem5

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