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With a multidisciplinary approach, the SNS4SNS event brings together open source communities, industry standardisation, and cutting edge research initiatives to discuss best practices and opportunities for global collaboration in defining tomorrow’s networks and services.

Through a series of engaging talks, panel discussions, interactive workshops and live demonstrations, participants will explore a wide range of collaborative frameworks and opportunities for driving innovation, fostering interoperability, and contributing to the long-term viability, security, resiliency, and sustainability of communication networks.

SNS4SNS 2026: Building an Open Software Ecosystem for Future Connectivity and Services

Key themes to be explored include:

The role of software and open source in accelerating the development and deployment of standardised communication technologies, fostering agility and adaptability. The importance of standardisation efforts in establishing interoperable frameworks and ensuring global connectivity. The impact of research advancements in pushing the boundaries of technological innovation, driving forward-thinking solutions for future challenges. Strategies for fostering cross-pollination among industry, academia, and open source communities to facilitate knowledge exchange and global collaboration. Concrete examples of collaboration, achievements, best practices, and challenges from ongoing initiatives.

Live Demos, Tutorials and Hackfest sessions will provide an interactive opportunity for attendees to learn and engage with open source groups and research activities experimenting with emerging technologies and the practical applications of the principles discussed during the conference.

Join us as we navigate the interplay of software, standardisation, and research, shaping a future where collaboration across these domains paves the way for sustainable, inclusive, and interoperable communication networks and services.

 

Event type: TG Open Sessions

ETSI TC eHEALTH is organising a hybrid open session entitled  "Let’s talk about health and the role of standards for the technology” scheduled on 4 November 2025, from 10am to 4pm CET.

In an era where digital transformation is reshaping every aspect of our lives, health and wellness are increasingly influenced by technological innovation. From wearable devices to telemedicine platforms, the integration of technology into healthcare is accelerating. However, this rapid evolution raises critical questions about safety, interoperability, and the distinction between medical, wellness, and health technologies.

Key objectives:

To explore the evolving role of technology in health and wellness To discuss how standards can support and accelerate the deployment of health-related technologies To examine the boundaries and overlaps between medical, wellness, and health technologies To assess the societal impacts on health —both positive and negative—of living in a connected age To promote a holistic understanding of wellness and its technological enablers

Main Discussion Topics:

The role of standards in enabling safe, interoperable, and scalable health technologies The role of medical devices in wellness and health solutions The impact of connectivity on personal health and societal well-being Ethical and regulatory considerations for digital health The importance of a holistic approach to wellness in technology

Who should attend?

The event is of particular interest to a wide range of experts from the health and wellness communities, including government agencies.

Key Benefits for the Audience:

Connect with professionals across sectors—policy makers, technologists, healthcare providers, and innovators Gain a deeper understanding of how standards shape the future of health technologies Hear from leading voices in technology, healthcare, and standardisation Navigate the complex landscape of medical vs. wellness technologies Discuss how technology can support not just physical health, but mental and emotional well-being Stay ahead of trends and challenges in the connected health ecosystem

Event type: Interoperability Events

Event Technology: Fixed Radio Links

ETSI, with the support of TC ATTM TM mWT (millimetre Wave Transmission), is organising the fifth ETSI mWT SDN (Software Defined Networking) Plugtests™ event, which will take place from 10 to 14 November 2025 at ETSI in Sophia Antipolis, France. This event is co-funded by the European Union (EU) and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA).

The format of the event will be lab tests conducted at ETSI.

WHAT ARE THE OBJECTIVES AND SCOPE OF THE 5^TH mWT PLUGTESTS EVENT?

This edition of the Plugtests event will focus on proving the ability of Software Defined Networking (SDN) to operate from an end-to-end service point of view.

Building upon the previous four editions, which focused primarily on hardware inventory and service use cases, this edition will also include basic performance monitoring and alarm/event reporting functionalities*.

The scope of the event covers four use cases:

Network and Service Auto-discovery Service Provisioning Performance Analysis & Prediction Smart Alarm Analysis & Fault Prediction.

*Based on the concepts outlined in ETSI GR mWT 025 V1.1.1 (2021-03) - Wireless Backhaul Network and Services Automation: SDN SBI YANG models

WHO CAN PARTICIPATE?

Any microwave (MW) and millimetre wave (mmW) equipment vendor is welcome to participate and should provide a full domain, including the related MW and/or mmW equipment.

The event is also open to telecom operators wishing to understand the benefits of the SDN technology.

 

This Plugtests event is organised by ETSI and co-funded by the European Union (EU) and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA).

Event type: TG Open Sessions

ETSI ISG F5G is organizing a virtual open session entitled "F6G: Defining the Foundations of the Next Optical Network Generation" scheduled on 30 October 2025, from 10am to 1pm CET.

As the world continues to evolve with rapid technological advancements and emerging challenges, the development of new generations of fixed optical networks is essential to meet future demands and opportunities. F6G will build on and evolve the capabilities of the current F5G Advanced optical networks.

About the event
The objective of this open session is to begin shaping the ETSI ISG F5G vision for the next generation of optical networks - F6G - by exploring:

Visions and priorities for F6G from different perspectives Use cases, scenarios, and business needs Research and technologies currently in development for F6G Key challenges on the path to F6G 

Why attend?
The session will bring together stakeholders from across the optical fibre ecosystem to:

Share their visions and expectations about F6G Present their insights Discuss future directions and emerging trends

Who should attend?
The event is essentially relevant for:

Industry (operators, service providers, vendors) Standards development organisations Academia and research organisations Governmental bodies.

Attendees will gain valuable insights into the future of fixed optical networks, engage directly with industry and academic experts, contribute to shaping the vision for F6G, and be part of the conversation on the development of next-generation standards and technologies.