Get the latest announcements from MEF Members across the mobile ecosystem globally in this weekly review of member news…
Telia and telecom peers unite for Pride 2025
On June 10, Telia will join leading telecom companies including Deutsche Telekom, Elisa, Ericsson, Nokia, Tele2, Telenor, Tre, and Vodafone to participate in Global Virtual Telco Pride 2025. Now in its fourth year, the event carries the theme “Standing Together, Speaking Boldly,” emphasizing the industry’s collective commitment to inclusion and connection. Global Virtual Telco Pride celebrates diversity as a driving force for innovation and business success, showcasing how inclusive workplaces better reflect society and serve customers. This year’s event will be hosted by Mikko Ylä-Kauttu from Nokia and Julia Wollschläger from Deutsche Telekom, and will be broadcast live from Telia’s studio in Solna, Sweden.
“Although we may be competitors in the market, we stand as allies in humanity, dedicated to championing LGBTQ+ rights, inclusion and equality.We invite you to join us in our ongoing commitment to amplify every voice, stand firm in solidarity and speak boldly – with the goal of shaping a more inclusive future for all.”
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tpay appoints Marouane Bakhtar as Chief Operating Officer
tpay, the leading payment connector, has appointed Marouane Bakhtar as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO). In this key role, Marouane will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations across engineering and commercial functions, with a focus on driving operational excellence and aligning business processes with the company’s strategic goals. Working closely with the executive leadership team, he will play a central role in accelerating growth, improving efficiency, and supporting the execution of tpay’s long-term vision.
“We’re pleased to welcome Marouane to tpay management,” said Işık Uman, Group CEO of tpay. “I believe that he will bring a wealth of experience in operational execution that aligns perfectly with our goal to deliver sustainable value for our clients, and with his broad experience and diverse skill set in the finance industry and deep understanding of fintech approach, he will make a remarkable contribution in translating tpay’s strategic plans into actionable operational goals.”
“I’m thrilled to take on this new role as tpay implements a strategy to take the company to the next level by expanding its platform offerings and creating more sustainable value for its clients,” commented Marouane Bakhtar. “I look forward to working with tpay management to lead the teams tasked with driving optimal customer experiences and maximising customer value.”
World Telemedia Dubai 2025: Insights, Connections, and De-Risking Growth
The inaugural World Telemedia Dubai proved to be a landmark event, offering an exceptional platform for insight, connection, and meaningful dialogue within the digital services space. Kudos to the organisers—Jarvis Todd, Paul Skeldon, Annika Micheli, and Geraldine O’Sullivan—for delivering such a high-calibre experience and successfully bringing the industry together in the MENA region for the first time. For MCP Insight, it was both energising and rewarding to reconnect with long-time clients and partners, while also forging new relationships with companies across the mobile payments ecosystem. The wide-ranging presence of tech platforms, content providers, aggregators, and MNOs highlighted the collaborative spirit essential to shaping sustainable digital services.
The conversation ranged from fraud detection and regulatory risk, to complaint management and sustainable market entry. The session was well attended and, we’re pleased to say, well received – with attendees welcoming its openness, clarity, and practical value.
Dotgo Announces Support for Apple on its Flagship RCS Platform, Expanding Rich Business Messaging to iPhones
Dotgo, a global leader in Rich Communication Services (RCS) for Business, has announced a major industry-first with the expansion of its RCS platform to support Apple’s iPhone following the release of iOS 18. This development allows businesses to deliver rich, interactive messaging experiences to iPhone users for the first time, enabling true cross-platform reach for RCS campaigns. With Apple now part of the RCS ecosystem, brands can engage their entire audience—regardless of device—with secure, spam-resistant, and visually rich communications. Dotgo further enhances this experience with tools that let businesses preview message formatting on Apple devices, and by leveraging AI-powered chatbots to drive real-time support, personalization, and engagement.
“Apple’s adoption of RCS marks a pivotal moment in business messaging–one that is richer, more interactive, and more consistent across both Android and iOS. Dotgo is proud to be the first RCS platform to offer visualization and optimization for Apple devices, enabling businesses to elevate their messaging strategies and connect with customers more effectively than ever before”, said Surinder Anand, Chief Technology Officer and VP, Product Management at Dotgo.
iconectiv Joins GSMA Open Gateway Initiative to Drive Secure, Scalable Digital Innovation
iconectiv has announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to support the GSMA Open Gateway Initiative, reinforcing its commitment to advancing secure, scalable, and interoperable communications solutions. Through this collaboration, iconectiv joins a global network of communications service providers and tech leaders working to accelerate digital innovation by simplifying access to mobile operator networks via standardized APIs. The GSMA Open Gateway provides a universal framework for developers and cloud providers to leverage mobile connectivity, unlocking new possibilities for secure communications, application portability, and seamless 5G-enabled services. This initiative, now backed by 73 mobile operator groups and 43 channel partners, represents nearly 80% of the world’s mobile connections.
“Joining the GSMA Open Gateway Initiative marks a pivotal step for iconectiv in our mission to simplify access to secure network services for developers and enterprises alike,” said Peter Ford, Executive Vice President, iconectiv. “Through this collaboration, we’re expanding the reach of our digital identity and anti-fraud solutions, while helping to shape a more open, interoperable and innovation-friendly telecom environment. We’re excited to contribute to an ecosystem where businesses can build with greater confidence and speed.”
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Messagenius at Seatrade Cruise Global 2025: Redefining Onboard Communication Solutions
On April 7th, Messagenius took part in Seatrade Cruise Global 2025 in Miami, joining thousands of cruise industry professionals to mark the event’s 40th anniversary. As part of the vibrant Tech Zone, hosted in partnership with nevetal, Messagenius showcased its self-hosted messaging platform among other cutting-edge technologies aimed at transforming the maritime industry. With cruise IT evolving at pace, the event highlighted the growing demand for long-term, impactful digital solutions. Messagenius demonstrated how its platform addresses critical onboard communication challenges, aligning with the industry’s push for greater operational efficiency and elevated guest experiences.
Our CTO and Co-founder, Simone Giacco, participated in a crew-focused panel discussion alongside industry leaders at Seatrade Cruise Global 2025. The panel addressed the critical link between crew wellbeing and guest satisfaction, highlighting the growing challenges cruise lines face in recruitment, training, and retention. Simone emphasized the role of technology in overcoming these hurdles, shar
