Telco Network API Challenge

Hey there, innovators and tech enthusiasts!

Network APls are interfaces that enable developers to integrate telecommunication network services into their applications, facilitating data exchange between various systems or devices. Deutsche Telekom and T-Mobile US are offering a wide range of new APIs for developers to utilize network capabilities in their services.

Together with Telekom’s tech incubator hubraum and T-Mobile’s DevEdge, we invite companies and developers to a competition to identify exciting new business opportunities and solutions for customer needs with our 4G and 5G Network APIs:

With our programmable networks, T-Mobile US and Telekom even empower developers to influence network performance and behavior, opening the door to new wave of Telco network-based solution possibilities.

What are we looking for?

We are interested in use cases of startups and other companies from the automotive, broadcasting, healthcare, energy, and manufacturing industries, as well as companies focusing on governmental services. 

Broadcasting and entertainment companies are looking for ways to prevent fraud in gaming, improve live video production or to enrich entertainment experiences. 

Manufacturing companies require reliable and consistent connectivity to transform their production processes. Energy providers operating increasingly smart grids need to leverage real-time data, automate processes, and integrate advanced technologies. 

In the automotive industry, autonomous vehicles require extremely reliable and consistent connectivity to operate securely.  

The operations of health companies can create more connected, secure, and responsive healthcare ecosystems that better meet the needs of patients, providers, and other stakeholders by leveraging APIs. 

Government and other public institutions rely on secure and compliant data sharing to automate processes to deliver more efficient, transparent, and responsive services to citizens.

Why Should You Participate?

By entering the Telco Network API Challenge, you will gain access to cutting-edge technology and the opportunity to work with global industry leaders. 

The use cases of the applicants invited to the pitching session will be presented to Deutsche Telekom and T-Mobile US customers in the Challenge Inspiration Report.

The selected winning teams of the pitches will be invited to the Grand Finale of the challenge. A range of attractive prizes await them, tailored to their respective geographical locations.

EU participants
  • Invitation to test your solution in the unique lab environment in Krakow (Poland)
  • Cooperation with our mentors and technical experts
  • Access to Deutsche Telekom’s business network to check out your business opportunities
  • Joint branding opportunities
  • Vouchers from our partner Vonage to explore our APIs on developer.telekom.com
US participants
  • Invitation to TMUS’s 5G Innovation Labs in Seattle
  • Cooperation with our mentors and technical experts
  • 5G Developer Bundle Kit
  • Business Consultation Opportunity at TMUS
  • Joint branding opportunities
  • Others prizes and rewards

Timeline

How to apply?

Your application should contain a detailed description of a use case that offers practical added value and can realistically be implemented.  

Apply today by filling out the following link and take the chance of a spot in this incredible journey of innovation. Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of a transformative challenge that could shape the future of communication technology.  

APPLICATION PHASE IS CLOSED

Join our Slack channel to connect with our mentors and technical experts to get support. In addition, to exchange ideas and discuss open points all applicants will be invited to an “Ask me anything” webinar on September 20, 11:00-12:30.

We can’t wait to witness the magic you’ll bring to the table. Hope to see you at our Telco Network API Challenge! 🌈🚀  

We are here to support you – our mentors, technical experts and jury members
Anna Piwowarczyk

Mentor & Jury Member

Position: Program Manager

Company and team: Deutsche Telekom, hubraum

Expertise around APIs and developers:
Expertise around APIs and developers: 5G APIs Concept Driver, Telco Product Development, API testing & program coordination, program management

Anup Koyadan Chathoth

Jury Member

Position: Director of DevEdge Platform

Company and team: T-Mobile US, DevEdge

Expertise around APIs and developers:
Responsible for T-Mobile’s 5G Programmable Network as a Service Platform vision and overall product strategy roadmap.

Bartosz Gajewski

Mentor

Position: Program Manager

Company and team: Deutsche Telekom, hubraum

Expertise around APIs and developers:
Expertise around APIs and developers: API testing & program coordination, development of API use cases, 5G/4G lab environment maintenance, assistance in testing

Dharmik Mehta

Mentor

Position: Principal Product Manager

Company and team: T-Mobile US, DevEdge

Expertise around APIs and developers:
Managing Programmable Network products including Quality on Demand, Network Slicing, and Dynamic Traffic Steering.

Eric Wilde

Jury Member

Position: Project Manager & Customer Success Management

Company and team: Deutsche Telekom, Magenta API Go2Market and Sales Support

Expertise around APIs and developers:

  • 25+ years experience in Telco and IT
  • 10+ years in product development and management
  • Communication Center Solutions, Service Management
  • Mobile Network Services and Standardization
Ewa Frydlewicz

Mentor

Position: Senior Network Technology Engineer

Company and team: Deutsche Telekom, hubraum

Expertise around APIs and developers:
5G/4G lab environment design, configuration of test scenarios for network APIs, assistance in testing