From UCaaS to AI: Daan De Wever on Building the Next Chapter of Cloud Communications, Dstny Podcast

"You’re not building for today—you’re building the next, and the next after that." — Daan De Wever, CEO & Co-founder, Dstny

In this podcast, Technology Reseller News Publisher Doug Green interviews Daan De Wever, the CEO and co-founder of Dstny, who is also serving as the official host of the 2025 CCA European Summit in Brussels, Belgium (June 16–17). The conversation offers a preview of the summit’s content, speakers, and a candid discussion of the evolution—and future—of cloud communications in Europe.

De Wever describes Dstny as a leading European cloud communications provider serving over 5 million users, with deep expertise in SMBs and global growth through Microsoft Teams integration. He shares why Brussels was chosen as the summit venue, calling it the true center of Europe—and an ideal location for a landmark gathering of cloud leaders.

This year’s keynote speaker, Herman Van Rompuy, the first president of the European Council, will join a lineup of prominent voices including Times of London, Cavell, and Dave Michels. De Wever himself will deliver a keynote titled "The Entrepreneur’s Journey," offering a transparent look at how Dstny built long-term value through disciplined strategy, authentic leadership, and true integration—not just financial "pileups."

On AI, De Wever doesn’t mince words: “AI assistants are the biggest invention since the internet.” He argues that cloud providers must stop thinking of UCaaS as the final product—“It’s legacy”—and instead prepare for dramatic change. Dstny, he reveals, is already moving to integrate AI into their core platforms with patented technology aimed at faster innovation delivery.

De Wever also offers a sober view on M&A in the sector: "Many companies are just stacking assets. But real builders think about story, integration, innovation, and the long-term customer value."

The conversation ends on a high note with a nod to hospitality: De Wever personally curated a private pre-summit dinner and will serve as the evening’s sommelier. “There will be no bad wines at the CCA Summit,” he jokes.

To learn more about Dstny, visit: https://www.dstny.com
To register for the summit: https://www.cloudcommunications.com/events/eu-summit-2025