Networking in Kubernetes is critical for telecom workloads. The available capabilities and solutions in the platform dictate what kind of capabilities can be built on top. In the last years work started to revolutionize how networks can be consumed in Kubernetes, but at the same time the current solutions are deployed in all telecom cloud solutions. With the increasing amount of AI workloads the networking demand for Kubernetes is changing what can alter expectations of telecom workloads. In this constant state of flux our panel aims to show what is the state of Kubernetes networking in 2026 and what are the foreseeable future directions.

This panel of distinguished experts of Kubernetes networking will discuss the current state of Kubernetes networking and the areas of development. We will explore the evolution options of the topic for the next 1 – 5of years and share our vision on how Kubernetes networks will be consumed in 2031.