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Global communications platform Infobip partners with NTT Com Online to provide omnichannel communications in Japan
Infobip has partnered with NTT Com Online Marketing Solutions Corporation to launch NTT CPaaS, an advanced omnichannel communication platform tailored for the Japanese market. This collaboration merges NTT Group’s top-tier SMS and Voice services with Infobip’s cutting-edge CPaaS technology, including its no-code customer engagement platform Moments and AI-powered solution AI Hub.
The jointly localized CPaaS platform offers seamless integration with existing business systems, full Japanese language support, and localized payment options. Businesses will gain access to powerful communication tools such as webRTC, live-chat, and international SMS and Voice, enhancing their ability to engage customers effectively.
“Together with NTT Com Online, we are bringing transformative CPaaS solutions to Japan, enabling businesses to deliver omnichannel experiences that enhance customer engagement, drive innovation, and adapt to evolving communication needs in a connected world. We are excited to contribute our expertise and work closely with NTT to set new benchmarks in communication technology. We look forward to building and innovating together, delivering value for businesses in their digital transformation.” Silvio Kutić, CEO at Infobip.
Tele2 reports full year and fourth quarter 2024 results, including guidance and dividend proposal – Initiates transformation plan to improve profitability in 2025
Tele2 AB has announced its financial results for the full year and fourth quarter of 2024, reporting an Equity Free Cash Flow (EFCF) of 4.4 billion SEK. In line with its financial policy, the Board of Directors has proposed distributing the entire EFCF as dividends, amounting to SEK 6.35 per share. Following the successful completion of critical migrations in 2024, Tele2 has embarked on a major transformation aimed at improving profitability and increasing agility in 2025. As part of this initiative, the company plans to downsize its workforce by approximately 15% over the next 12 months, pending union negotiations.
Comment from Jean Marc Harion, President and Group CEO of Tele2: “Tele2 is a global reference for challenger telcos. On top of that, there is an untapped potential in the company, and we must unleash it. We will reduce complexity, reinforce cost discipline and carefully select investments to focus on those that make a real difference for our customers.”
“Our organisation will undergo significant changes during 2025. This will be a challenging time for all our colleagues, especially those directly affected by the reorganisation. Myself and all Tele2 leaders carry a great responsibility in the coming months to ensure that this process is as transparent, respectful and supportive as possible. These changes are however necessary to make Tele2 a faster and more agile company, better equipped to swiftly capture market opportunities.”
“I am very pleased to see the engagement and commitment from all colleagues to create a new Tele2, built with our challenger heritage as the foundation. 2025 will become a year full of challenges, just how it is supposed to be when raising ambitions, and I am certain that our new Tele2 will soon be fit to deliver more value to our shareholders.”
Route Mobile Ltd. announces Q3 & 9MFY25 Results. Revenue from operations stands at Rs. 1,183.79 crores, PAT stands at Rs. 85.47 crore
Route Mobile Limited has announced its financial results for the third quarter of FY25, ending December 31, 2024, reporting strong revenue growth but a decline in profitability. The company’s revenue rose to ₹1,183.79 crore, up from ₹1,024.31 crore in Q3 FY24. However, profit before tax (before exceptional items) stood at ₹106.95 crore, slightly lower than the ₹116.59 crore recorded in the same quarter last year.
Commenting on the results, Mr. Gautam Badalia, Group Chief Executive Officer, Route Mobile Limited, said, “We have posted our highest ever quarterly revenue, despite a relatively slow festive season. We continue to grow at a faster rate as compared to the industry average. The CPaaS industry is facing certain challenges, however, we continue to remain optimistic about our growth opportunities”. He further added, “We continue to focus on delivering verticalized solutions. For instance, we have significantly expand our coverage of metro ticketing solutions, through our recent engagement with leading players including MRT Jakarta, and also Hyderabad Metro where we deployed the first RCS based ticketing solution. We were awarded the Partnership award at the RCS World Tour – India for this innovation”.
Mr. Rajdipkumar Gupta, Managing Director, Route Mobile Limited, added, “I am happy with the results we have posted in the last quarter. It shows our resilience and ability to push forward even in a challenging market. We continue to expand our customer footprint and unlock new use cases across industries that impact millions of users and bring about a change in the way customers access these services. I want to thank and congratulate our R&D team for continuously building innovative solutions”.
Telia Company announces changes to Group Executive Management
Telia Company has appointed Bjørn Ivar Moen as Senior Vice President and Head of Telia Norway, as well as a member of its Group Executive Management team, effective no later than January 1, 2026. He will succeed Stein-Erik Vellan, who has decided to pursue an opportunity outside the company and will remain in his role until July 31, 2025, at the latest.
Moen brings 25 years of experience in the telecommunications industry, primarily with Telenor. His previous roles include CEO of Telenor Sweden (2021-2024), CEO of Telenor Broadcast and Canal Digital, acting CEO of Telenor Norway, and Chief Marketing Officer for Telenor Norway’s Mobile/Consumer and Business segments. He also served as CEO of Allente, a joint venture between Telenor and Viaplay Group.
Patrik Hofbauer, Telia Company President and CEO: “I am very happy to welcome Bjørn Ivar to Telia and our Group Executive Management team. With his extensive experience in building successful operator businesses and high-performing teams, Bjørn Ivar has the skills to develop our market-leading position in Norway, where Telia recently became the first to deliver nationwide 5G coverage. I would like to thank Stein-Erik for his contributions to Telia, which have been instrumental in establishing us as a leader in Norway, and I wish him all the best in his future endeavors.”
Gopal Vittal appointed as Acting Chair of the GSMA Board
Gopal Vittal, Vice Chairman & MD of Bharti Airtel and Deputy Chair of GSMA, has been appointed as the Acting Chair of the GSMA board following the resignation of José Maria Álvares-Pallete, Chairman & CEO of Telefónica. Álvares-Pallete’s departure from Telefónica means he can no longer continue as GSMA Chair.
Vittal was recently re-elected as the Deputy Chair of the GSMA board and has previously served as a key board member during the 2019-2020 term. GSMA represents the global telecommunications industry, encompassing over 1,100 companies, including telecom service providers, handset manufacturers, software firms, equipment providers, internet companies, and organizations in adjacent industries.
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GMS Wins Juniper Research Telco Innovation Award with its Flash Call Management Solution
GMS, an AI-driven communications solutions provider for global enterprises and Mobile Network Operators (MNOs), has been recognized as the Gold Winner at the Juniper Research Telco Innovation Awards in the Flash Call Authentication Solution Innovation category.
Flash calls, which verify user profiles via missed phone calls, can negatively impact operators’ revenue by exploiting legitimate telecom resources. GMS’s advanced Flash Call Management solution utilizes AI-driven algorithms and analytics to accurately detect abnormal call patterns linked to flash calls. This enables mobile operators to effectively identify, manage, monetize, and mitigate flash calls, ultimately protecting their revenues and enhancing service quality.
Amer Siraj, Chief Revenue Officer at GMS: “We are thrilled to see our GMS Flash Call Management solution recognized as the best by Juniper Research, a testament to customers’ trust in our world-class solutions. GMS has made significant advancements to offer a comprehensive Network Protection solution. Our AI-driven Network Protection suits mobile network operators, safeguarding their revenue streams by using advanced, robust firewalls and enhanced security systems.”