

#280 – Cristiano Amon: Qualcomm CEO
33 snips Apr 27, 2022
Cristiano Amon, CEO of Qualcomm and a pioneer in 5G technology, shares insights into the evolution of mobile communication. He discusses the transformative impact of Snapdragon chips on smartphones and other devices, enhancing connectivity and performance. Amon delves into the complexities of 5G, addressing its infrastructure challenges and regulatory hurdles. He envisions a future where technology interfaces revolutionize interaction, underscoring Qualcomm's ambition in sectors like automotive and IoT, while navigating the semiconductor landscape.
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Birth During World Cup
- Cristiano Amon was born during a World Cup final where Pelé secured Brazil's victory.
- His father told him the doctor even had a TV in the delivery room.
Smartphones: Power and Platform
- Smartphones have incredible processing power, with billions of transistors.
- They also serve as the largest development platform ever created.
5G's Goal
- 5G aims to connect everything to the cloud, like electricity.
- It's designed to handle data congestion and mission-critical services, unlike previous generations.