Sinch, which is pioneering the way the world communicates through its Customer Communications Cloud, announced it has been awarded a Tier One ranking from Roaming Consulting Company (ROCCO.) This recognition underscores Sinch’s excellence in providing top-tier A2P SMS products for enterprises and mobile network operators (MNOs).
Five of Europe’s leading mobile operators – Deutsche Telekom, Orange, Telefónica, Telia and Vodafone – have teamed up to update and launch a new industry-wide Eco Rating system and motivate vendors to minimize the impact that their devices have on the environment. The Eco Rating labelling scheme is designed to supply detailed and accurate information to retailers on the effects that manufacturing, usage, transportation and disposal of smartphones have on the environment. This Eco Rating will encourage operators and customers to rate phones more extensively and underline the need for more sustainable electronic devices. From June 2021, mobile operators will start introducing Eco Rating at points of sale in 24 European countries, including the UK. The labeling system will label phones with scores to show how ecological and environment friendly the appliances are in their lifecycle. The score will be from 0 to 100, the higher the score,…
Singtel is revolutionizing global IoT solutions with floLIVE’s distributed core network. This strategic collaboration enables seamless eSIM-based services for over 190 markets. Targeting the automotive sector, Singtel’s approach is a game-changer, offering innovative multi-domestic connectivity that adheres to strict regulatory standards.
Rakuten Mobile posted its first quarterly EBITDA profit, signaling progress in its greenfield strategy despite wider net losses. The telecom unit’s revenue rose nearly 11 percent, and subscriber growth continued. Positive EBITDA and reduced losses hint at a potential turnaround for the ambitious, cloud-native network operator within Rakuten Group’s evolving telecom push.
Sinch is expanding its partnership with Verizon to enhance RCS for Business Messaging, enabling secure, feature-rich communication for Verizon subscribers. Announced at Enterprise Connect, this collaboration drives innovation in business messaging, offering verified, interactive customer engagement.
SatCo, a collaboration between Vodafone and AST SpaceMobile, is set to revolutionize telecommunications by delivering space-based cellular broadband across Europe. This initiative ensures continuous connectivity, even in remote areas, enhancing digital sovereignty.
UScellular is selling $1 billion worth of spectrum to Verizon as part of its shift towards becoming an infrastructure-focused company. This sale accompanies a $4.4 billion acquisition of its wireless operations by T-Mobile.
Sinch, which is pioneering the way the world communicates through its Customer Communications Cloud, today announced that it is paving the way for the transformation of emergency communications with its advanced Next Generation 911 (NG911) technology. By integrating a wide range of multimedia options — such as voice calls, real-time text (RTT), internet of things (IoT) data and video — Sinch enhances accessibility and ensures more reliable and comprehensive communication than voice-only 911 services. These NG911 innovations ensure first-responders receive mission-critical, real-time data, improving response times and public safety.
Vodafone launches LTE-M, an LPWAN technology for IoT devices with low data and power needs. Converge ICT partners with Ribbon to triple its fiber network capacity. Nokia partners with BxA to enhance its Network as Code platform for healthcare applications. Hayo launches a global IoT platform for MNOs and enterprises, enhancing efficiency and connectivity with cloud-native technology and AI.
Spanish telecom giant Telefonica and Digi have signed a 16-year mobile network agreement effective January 1, 2025. This deal enhances their collaboration, covering National Roaming and RAN sharing services. By leveraging Telefonica’s superior infrastructure, Digi can transition from an MVNO to a full-fledged MNO, ensuring high-quality VoIP services.
