Timo Tenhovuori

Nokia, Head of semiconductors

Finland-based strategy leader whose career has centred on bringing new technologies into practical use, Timo Tenhovuori drives growth initiatives "at the intersection of advanced technologies, industry ecosystems, and public policy" at Nokia, working across advanced semiconductors, edge cloud, AI and lean/agile methodologies to advance green and digital transformation. His current focus includes foundational technology development for EU strategic ecosystems in 5G/6G networks and AI Edge Cloud, and he leads an EU-wide Work Group on "Secure Communications Semiconductors" as part of the IPCEI AST (Advanced Semiconductor Technologies) initiative. Timo also sits on a strategic Industry Advisory Group providing guidance to the European Semiconductor Board, and supports stakeholders including mobile operators, the European Commission, the Finnish government, universities and the semiconductor industry in developing and executing digitalisation strategy. He holds an M.Sc. degree and the European Engineer (Eur.Ing) qualification.

Sessions

Theatre - Main stage Panel

11:55–12:35

From Technology Needs to Semiconductor Demand

Europe’s ambitions in AI, cloud, HPC, telecom and strategic infrastructure will drive semiconductor demand. The panel will examine required capabilities, how needs can become roadmaps and market signals, and how Demand Accelerators can support coordination.