From ISDN to AI - How Fast Tech Is Erasing Entire Industries

As copper and ISDN networks shut down, traditional phone systems — and entire industries built around them — are becoming obsolete. This isn't just a telecom upgrade. It's a preview of how AI and automation will reshape every sector.

In this episode of CNA938 Rewind, hosts Andrea Heng and Hairianto Diman explore why disruption is inevitable, and how businesses must respond before the change is unavoidable. They speak with Martin Nygate, Founder & CEO of Velox Networks, about the real-world implications for Singapore businesses.

Key Topics Discussed

• The end of ISDN and copper networks — Singapore's major telcos are actively decommissioning legacy infrastructure, forcing businesses to migrate or face operational disruption.
• Why this matters beyond telecom — The pattern of technology making entire industries obsolete is accelerating, and AI is the next wave that will reshape every sector.
• The hidden cost of waiting — Businesses clinging to legacy systems face escalating maintenance costs, security vulnerabilities, and an inability to integrate with modern digital workflows.
• How to prepare — Practical steps for SMEs to transition from hardware-dependent telephony to cloud-based, software-defined communication platforms.

"The sunsetting of the copper phone line is an unavoidable reality of infrastructural progress, but the extinction of the businesses that rely upon it remains a choice, not an inevitability." — Martin Nygate, Founder & CEO, Velox Networks

Listen to the Full Episode

The full podcast episode is available on CNA938. Listen to the complete discussion for insights on navigating technological disruption and preparing your business for the AI-driven future.

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