In a recent interview, Peter Vetter, President of Bell Labs Core Research at Nokia, shares his vision for the future as it celebrates its 100th anniversary. While reflecting on its historic role in technological advances, Vetter emphasizes Bell Labs' continued focus on solving real-world problems through interdisciplinary research and grounded science.
Vetter discusses the latest initiatives, including their approach to quantum computing with a stable topological qubit, a key breakthrough for scalable quantum systems. He also touches on the evolving role of AI in the network and its ethical application, ensuring transparency, privacy, and sustainability. In the next 100 years, Vetter envisions a future where AI and quantum technologies unlock new possibilities for global networks and human productivity.