Get the latest announcements from MEF Members across the mobile ecosystem globally in this weekly review of member news…
Openmind Networks Unveils New Global Headquarters in Dublin City, Creating 25 High-Tech Roles by 2027
Openmind Networks, a global leader in messaging solutions for mobile network operators and enterprises, has inaugurated its new global headquarters in the heart of Dublin City. This milestone underscores the company’s ongoing growth and commitment to innovation.
Located on Hume Street, the state-of-the-art facility will serve as a central hub for Openmind Networks’ expanding global operations. Designed to support a hybrid working model, the headquarters features advanced collaboration areas, cutting-edge technology, and adaptable workspaces tailored to the needs of its diverse and growing team. This move reflects Openmind Networks’ dedication to fostering innovation and enhancing team collaboration in a dynamic, modern environment.
Alex Duncan, Co-Founder and CEO, Openmind Networks, remarked: “We are thrilled to announce the launch of our brand new modern headquarters, a milestone that not only represents our growth and innovation but also our commitment to creating a collaborative and inspiring environment for our talented team. This state-of-the-art facility reflects our vision for the future and our dedication to excellence. It will serve as a hub for our talented team to come together, collaborate, and drive our business forward.”
He continued: “We are incredibly proud of this accomplishment and look forward to welcoming our employees, partners, and customers to this new space as we continue to shape the future of our industry by connecting and enhancing lives through amazing messaging experiences.”
Media Digital Group Partners with MiMedia to Launch Next-Gen Cloud Services via Mobile Operators
Media Digital Group (MDG), a global leader in digital content monetization, has partnered with MiMedia Holdings Ltd., a leading consumer cloud platform, to deliver secure and seamless cloud solutions to millions of users across more than 35 countries. Through this collaboration, MDG will integrate MiMedia’s advanced cloud platform, allowing users to store, organize, and share photos, videos, and files with ease. By leveraging MDG’s extensive market reach and carrier relationships, MiMedia will offer exclusive storage packages, localized product features, and special discounts to MDG’s customers. This partnership reflects the companies’ shared commitment to enhancing digital connectivity and providing innovative user experiences globally.
Chris Giordano, CEO of MiMedia, says, “This partnership aligns with our mission to deliver personalized, secure, and enjoyable digital experiences that empower users to manage their content effortlessly while unlocking new revenue streams for our partners.”
Mariano Scheinsohn, CEO of MDG; “We pride ourselves on creating endless possibilities for our users. With MiMedia’s innovative platform, we are elevating the way people connect with and share their most cherished digital content”.
Airtel and ZEE5 partner to bring exciting ZEE5 content to Airtel WiFi customers
Bharti Airtel, one of India’s leading telecommunications service providers, has partnered with ZEE5, a prominent OTT platform, to deliver an enriched digital entertainment experience to its WiFi customers. Under this collaboration, all Airtel WiFi customers on plans starting at ₹699 or higher will receive complimentary access to ZEE5’s extensive content library.
This partnership enables Airtel WiFi users to enjoy ZEE5’s exclusive and diverse offerings, including original shows, blockbuster movies, and popular series across multiple languages. Viewers can now access an impressive catalogue of over 1.5 lakh hours of digital content, featuring acclaimed titles such as Sam Bahadur, RRR, Sirf Ek Bandaa Kaafi Hai, Manorathangal, Vikkatakavi, The Chronicles of Amaragiri, Aindham Vedham, and Gyaarah Gyaarah, among many others. By integrating ZEE5’s premium entertainment into its WiFi plans, Airtel continues to enhance its value proposition, delivering a seamless and comprehensive digital experience to its customers.
Amit Tripathi, Chief Marketing Officer & EVP Customer Experience – Bharti Airtel said, “Partnerships are at the core of Airtel’s DNA and we are delighted to partner with ZEE5 in our endeavor to build a world-class digital content ecosystem. ZEE5’s rich library adds a lot of depth to our content portfolio, enhancing the overall experience for our users. We remain committed to building our content portfolio with a single agenda of delighting our customers with the very best”.
Boku Marks Accelerated Global Customer Traction and Rapid Payments Innovation in 2024
Boku, the global leader in localized payment solutions, has achieved a milestone year in 2024, marked by robust commercial growth, increased merchant adoption, and the establishment of key strategic partnerships across Europe, APAC, and Africa. The company reported a 24% rise in H1 2024 revenues, alongside a 30% increase in monthly active users, underscoring its strong market performance and expanding reach.
Under the leadership of CEO Stuart Neal, who took office in January 2024, Boku has made significant advances in international markets. The company has secured prominent partnerships and launched innovative platform enhancements to drive its mission of simplifying payments for global merchants.
A major milestone was reached in April 2024 when Boku obtained a Payment Aggregator license from the Reserve Bank of India. This achievement enables the company to provide seamless access for global merchants to one of the world’s fastest-growing digital economies via its localized payments network. In June, Boku announced a strategic partnership with BLIK, Poland’s instant payment system. This collaboration empowers BLIK’s 16.3 million active users to make A2A (account-to-account) payments directly in the Google Play Store, marking a significant step forward in expanding Boku’s services and fostering innovation in digital payments.
Boku CEO Stuart Neal said, “2024 has been an inflection point for Boku – the company is now well positioned as one of the world’s largest and most innovative global payments networks with significant expansion in key global markets, most notably in Europe, APAC, and Africa, with significant market launches scheduled for LATAM in 2025. We’ve won industry recognition for leading rapid payments transformation and helping our merchants to grow services and repatriate settlement funds from across the globe. We look forward to carrying this momentum forward into 2025 as we accelerate our purpose to give people the freedom to buy what they want, the way they want.”
iProov Discovers Major Dark Web Identity Farming Operation
iProov, the global leader in biometric identity verification solutions, has revealed a major dark web operation centered on bypassing Know Your Customer (KYC) processes. The findings, detailed in its Q4 2024 Quarterly Threat Intelligence News Update, expose a sophisticated method of identity fraud involving the collection and misuse of genuine identity documents and images. This operation underscores the continually evolving tactics employed by fraudsters to exploit identity verification systems.
The discovery was facilitated by iProov’s Biometric Threat Intelligence service, a cutting-edge program designed to identify and analyze emerging threats in identity fraud. Through advanced threat-hunting operations and rigorous red team testing conducted within the iProov Security Operations Center (iSOC), the service provides organizations with actionable insights into fraudulent tools, techniques, and strategies. This proactive approach equips businesses with essential defensive measures to combat the growing challenges in identity security.
“What’s particularly alarming about this discovery is not just the sophisticated nature of the operation, but the fact that individuals are willingly compromising their identities for short-term financial gain,” says Andrew Newell, Chief Scientific Officer at iProov. “When people sell their identity documents and biometric data, they’re not just risking their own financial security – they’re providing criminals with complete, genuine identity packages that can be used for sophisticated impersonation fraud. These identities are particularly dangerous because they include both real documents and matching biometric data, making them extremely difficult to detect through traditional verification methods.’’
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New research from roaming specialists Kaleido Intelligence projects that combined wholesale and retail roaming revenues across consumer, travel eSIM, and IoT mobile connections will surpass $50 billion by 2027, marking a 32% growth compared to 2024 figures.
This significant growth will be driven by a surge in data roaming activity, spurred by the widespread adoption of 5G roaming services and increased inbound roaming traffic through travel eSIM usage. The report forecasts a dramatic 73% increase in combined consumer and IoT roaming data usage, reaching over 10,500 Petabytes by 2027.
According to Kaleido’s Mobile Roaming Data Hub 2024, IoT roaming wholesale revenues will experience more accelerated growth from 2027 onward. This expansion will be fueled by the continued implementation of Billing and Charging Evolution (BCE) and access-based charging models by service providers. In the shorter term, these advancements are expected to drive a 45% rise in IoT roaming wholesale revenues by 2027 compared to 2024, highlighting the transformative impact of these innovations on the global roaming ecosystem.
Kaleido’s Chief Analyst Nitin Bhas commented: “While 5G SA (standalone) roaming is expected in 2025, varied operator strategies, including a more immediate focus on 5G NSA, are shaping the current landscape. The adoption of 5G NSA roaming by consumers is set to push active 5G roaming connections to nearly 1 billion by 2027, while 5G SA’s advanced capabilities will address growing demand in key IoT sectors such as automotive in the years that follow.”
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Sinch, a global leader in digital communication through its Customer Communications Cloud, has revealed its top predictions for 2025, highlighting the trends expected to transform how brands interact with customers. Drawing from its experience of powering over 800 billion interactions annually for 175,000+ businesses, Sinch offers a forward-looking perspective on the evolving landscape of customer engagement and the strategies businesses can leverage to deliver more meaningful and impactful experiences.
“The pace of change in customer engagement is incredible,” said Jonathan Bean, Chief Marketing Officer of Sinch. “To succeed, businesses need to innovate, personalize in real-time, and, above all, build trust with their customers. Those who get it right will be the ones leading the way.”
“These trends show that the future of customer communications will be faster, smarter, and more connected,” said Robert Gerstmann, Co-founder, and Chief Evangelist at Sinch. “The businesses that adapt now will be the ones creating the experiences customers truly value.”
