Dimitris Mavrakis, an author with a keen focus on the telecommunications industry, delves into two critical and timely topics in his recent columns. In the first, he explores the burgeoning Internet of Things (IoT) landscape, discussing how telecom networks are pivotal in supporting the expansive connectivity IoT demands. The second column addresses the turbulent times at Ericsson, analyzing the impact of their CEO’s resignation on the company’s esteemed brand image amidst financial instability and corruption investigations.