CelcomDigi and PayNet have partnered to enhance financial security through SIM-based authentication. By leveraging open network APIs, PayNet secures its DuitNow P2P service, ensuring safer transactions. This collaboration also strengthens fraud prevention via Malaysia’s National Scam Response Centre.
Millicom International Cellular is set to acquire Telefonica’s Colombian operations for $400 million, including a 67.5% stake in Coltel. The deal, pending regulatory approval, could reshape Colombia’s telecom market by merging the country’s second and third-largest operators.
Netmore, a Sweden-based LoRaWAN operator, expands to Brazil after acquiring Everynet, strengthening its global presence. Targeting key sectors like energy and logistics, the move introduces metering-as-a-service (MaaS) for water and gas utilities, reducing costs and improving efficiency.
Nokia has successfully delivered essential 5G equipment to Vodafone Idea, supporting its mid-March rollout in Mumbai, followed by Delhi, Bengaluru, and more. The partnership includes over 60,000 tech sites and advanced AirScale solutions for improved efficiency.
Chunghwa Telecom has strategically partnered with Broadpeak to revolutionize its streaming service, Hami Video, using advanced dynamic ad insertion technology. With Broadpeak’s server-side-ad-insertion (SSAI) integrated via the broadpeak.io platform, Chunghwa is set to enhance both viewing experiences and ad revenues.
Finnish digital Business Support Systems firm Qvantel has secured a major contract with Veon Group to enhance digital operations for over 130 million customers worldwide. By delivering advanced BSS and managed services to operators like Jazz and Kyivstar, Qvantel aims to accelerate Veon’s digital transformation.
Jio Platforms, in partnership with AMD, Cisco, and Nokia, unveiled an Open Telecom AI Platform at MWC 2025. Designed to integrate AI into network operations, it features agentic AI, LLMs, and automation for efficiency and security.
DIDWW expands mobile Direct Inward Dialing (DID) coverage in Mexico, offering businesses easy access to virtual phone numbers through their portal or API. This move enhances global communication, supports cost-saving strategies, and simplifies operations.
Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison is leading Southeast Asia by deploying AI-RAN infrastructure in collaboration with Nokia and NVIDIA. This transformative initiative integrates Nokia’s 5G Cloud RAN solution with NVIDIA’s AI Aerial platform, revolutionizing wireless connectivity with AI-driven performance and efficiency.
Sinch has launched its RCS Business Enablement service, offering telecoms an end-to-end solution to easily launch, operate, and monetize RCS for Business. With features like automated billing, real-time analytics, fraud detection, and global sales support, Sinch simplifies RCS adoption while ensuring security, compliance, and seamless customer engagement.
