27-28 October 2026: 5th Annual Australian Beyond 5G Connectivity Summit 2025
AI-Native Networks for Australia’s 6G Future
The Connectivity Innovation Network is pleased to present the 5th Annual Australian Beyond 5G Connectivity Summit, bringing together Australia’s telecommunications industry, research community, government and technology innovators to explore the technologies, opportunities and challenges shaping the next generation of connectivity.
The theme for 2026, AI-Native Networks for Australia’s 6G Future, will examine one of the defining shifts in next-generation telecommunications: the increasing integration of AI into the design, operation, optimisation, and security of networks.
Now in its fifth year, CIN’s flagship Summit provides a national forum for sharing global insights, aligning national priorities and strengthening collaboration between industry, government and academia as Australia moves from 5G towards 6G.
Day 1: Industry Track
Tuesday 27 October 2026
Aerial Function Centre, University of Technology Sydney (UTS), Ultimo
The Industry Track will focus on the priorities and practical challenges shaping the transition towards AI-native networks, including network transformation, AI-enabled operations, situational awareness, automation, resilience, monetisation, spectrum, standards and deployment pathways.
Day 2: Research Track
Wednesday 28 October 2026
Four Points by Sheraton Sydney, Central Park, Chippendale
The Research Track will explore advances in AI-native RAN, edge intelligence, digital twins, integrated sensing and communications, autonomous network management, security and trustworthiness, connecting emerging research with real-world industry needs and opportunities for collaboration.
Dates: 27 & 28 October 2026
5th Annual Australian Beyond 5G Connectivity Summit
Location:
Day 1 (Industry):
Aerial Function Centre, University of Technology Sydney (UTS), Sydney, Australia
Day 2 (Research):
Programme
Keynote speakers, panellists and programme details will be announced progressively in the lead-up to the Summit. Keep an eye on this event page and follow CIN on LinkedIn for the latest speaker announcements and program updates.Who should attend?
The Summit is designed for professionals, decision-makers and researchers across telecommunications, technology, government, emergency services and critical communications, academia, research, standards, spectrum and policy.
Tickets
Tickets are available for Day 1, Day 2, or both days.
Free registration is available to CIN members, CIN governance members, NSW Government employees, and staff and students from CIN member universities.
The Connectivity Innovation Network hosts the Summit to share knowledge and foster collaboration, with all ticket fees directed solely towards covering event expenses.
Places are limited, and the Summit has historically reached capacity. Early registration is encouraged.
