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On October 31, the Royal Casino of Madrid hosted the Telecom Forum and the COITT 2025 Awards, bringing together nearly two hundred professionals from the technology and telecommunications sector. This event, under the theme “Telecommunications for a Secure Digital Society,” was organized by the Official College of Technical Telecommunications Engineers (COITT) and the Spanish Association of Graduates and Technical Telecommunications Engineers (AEGITT). The main purpose was to foster a space for discussing the current challenges in the sector, such as digital infrastructures, cybersecurity, and talent training in telecommunications.
The opening speeches by Matías González, Secretary General of Telecommunications, and Luis Miguel Chapinal, Dean of COITT, emphasized the critical importance of telecommunications engineering in building a modern digital society. González highlighted that “telecommunications engineers are the backbone of the digital society that Spain needs,” thus underscoring their fundamental role in technological development.
The day included various discussion panels where executives from companies like DIGI, Cellnex, and Palo Alto Networks addressed key topics such as cyber resilience and the transformation of critical infrastructures. One of the most notable interviews was with Mónica Barrera, Head of Regulation and Institutional Relations at DIGI, who shared her insights on the expansion of digital networks in Europe.
One of the most anticipated moments of the event was the presentation of the COITT “Excellence 2025” Awards. David Eslava Sabaté from Quilimanjaro Quantum Tech was named Engineer of the Year for his innovative work in quantum computing. Víctor Rodrigo Raya from Red.es received the Professional Trajectory Award, highlighting his impactful career in the digitalization of public services.
The event also recognized significant public initiatives, such as the BACSI Project from the Air Force, as well as companies that have made a noteworthy contribution to the sector, including AMETIC and Cellnex. Additionally, a special mention was awarded to Jorge Luengo, a mentalist and science communicator, for his ability to inspire through science and technology.
The evening concluded with an institutional dinner that strengthened connections among attendees, underscoring COITT’s role as a leader in the transition toward an inclusive and secure digital society. Companies like Digi and Telefónica showed their support for the event, reaffirming their commitment to innovation and the development of the technology sector in Spain.
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Source: MiMub in Spanish
