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ark your calendar for an event that promises to reshape dialogue around digital infrastructure and ICT! The PTC’DC conference, presented by the Pacific Telecommunications Council (PTC) is set to take place on 5-6 September 2024 at the JW Marriott in Washington, DC. The two-day sessions will focus on innovation, collaboration and forward-thinking discussions where attendees will have the opportunity to engage with leading experts and thought leaders to explore how cutting-edge technologies are impacting the future of digital connectivity. PTC’DC will offer a unique platform to network with industry leaders and peers; gain insights on latest industry developments; and participate in interactive discussions on the evolving landscape of telecommunications and information technology.
GATHERING OF INFLUENTIAL LEADERS
Over 250 leaders from government, private equity, policy, finance, technology and regulatory sectors are set to come together under one roof during PTC’DC. This gathering represents an opportunity for government officials and industry stakeholders to foster dialogue and build collaborative initiatives around new innovations that can drive the future of telecommunications and digital infrastructure forward. “We’re thrilled to welcome leaders and innovators from
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the digital infrastructure and ICT sectors to PTC’DC. As we explore the complexities of our interconnected world, it is important that we collaborate to drive positive change. We believe PTC’DC will facilitate meaningful dialogue and collective action toward building a resilient and inclusive future,” said Bill Barney, President and Chair of PTC’s Board of Governors. What makes PTC’DC stand out? The stellar lineup of speakers, for starters. Nathaniel Fick, Ambassador-at-Large for Cyberspace and Digital Policy at the US Department of State, will share views on the impact of digital evolution in Asia and the strategic importance of digital infrastructure assets. Marc Ganzi, CEO of DigitalBridge, will discuss the transformative impact of cloud computing and AI and new hurdles investors are facing in seizing these opportunities. Adding to the trending topics, Vint Cerf, Chief Internet Evangelist at Google, also known as one of the “fathers of the internet,” will share his visionary insights on cybersecurity, AI and digital infrastructure.