As part of its strategic innovation journey, Saudi Telecom Company (STC) partnered with Silicon Valley Innovation Center for a bespoke Immersion Program in London. The program was designed in response to key questions raised by STC’s leadership, who were eager to explore how leading European telecom and technology firms are embracing digital transformation, adopting AI, and evolving their business models in the face of rapid disruption. They sought to understand emerging trends in 5G, IoT, and cloud technologies, and to uncover best practices for fostering a culture of innovation and agility within a large, complex organization. In particular, STC was interested in identifying scalable startup technologies and investment opportunities that align with their future vision.