The digital payments market is more competitive than ever, with cards, wallets, and BNPL services setting the pace. While direct carrier billing faces pressures from regulation, costs, and rivals, CFM remains committed. Ahead of September’s Global Carrier Billing & Mobile Payments Summit in Amsterdam, Gaby Bosch, CEO of Content For Mobile, shares why DCB still has unique value, and a future worth backing.
The digital payments landscape has never been more competitive. It has never been easier and simpler to pay for whatever you want. From Buy Now Pay Later to Shopify, Stripe, Adyen, and Apple and Google Pay; bank and card payments have never been slicker. For merchants and customers, there’s never been more choices that are potentially ahead of mobile.
It’s not hard to see why:
Customer experience: Card payment flows keep getting smoother, while carrier billing processes have become more complex
- Cost: Merchant transaction fees for cards are often lower (<5%) than those for DCB (>30%)
- Regulation: Spending limits are getting tighter in many regions
Right now, carrier billing stakeholders face pressure from all sides; big banks and big tech on one side, rising content costs and customer demands for more value on the other, plus increasing acquisition costs when it comes to marketing. And with all of the above comes with an added cost or resource required to compete.
On September 9th and 10th in Amsterdam, we’ll be showcasing the very best content the industry has to offer. Come by our stand, meet the CFM team, and share in our enthusiasm for the future of DCB!”
CFM is ALL IN
Despite the challenges, CFM is doubling down on our commitment to the market. Our continued sponsorship of the Global Carrier Billing & Mobile Payments Summit – and other MEF Content & Advertising events worldwide — reflects this. Like many others, in person networking is king for us which is why this event remains a cornerstone of our calendar.
After more than two decades in mobile content and billing, our efforts and investment are more than ever. We’ve invested heavily in premium content partnerships, including the NBA and PFL, which have fuelled high-profile launches and proven the commercial appeal of DCB to brands.
Brand interest in carrier billing is at an all-time high, and there is still momentum building, putting this excitement into practical win-win business cases is where the daily challenge and excitement is for our team.
Carrier billing may have its hurdles, but with the right engagement from both carriers and brands, there are still opportunities. At CFM, DCB remains central to our strategy – we’re committed to delivering for both sides of the value chain while matching the seamlessness offered by the most innovative payment providers.
Looking Ahead to Amsterdam
The long-term health of our industry depends on all players staying engaged, proactive, and working collaboratively to ensure telco payments are not swallowed up and forgotten. That’s why we’re proud to be supporting this one-of-a-kind industry gathering again.
On September 9th and 10th in Amsterdam, we’ll be showcasing the very best content the industry has to offer. Come by our stand, meet the CFM team, and share in our enthusiasm for the future of DCB!
Global Carrier Billing & Mobile Payments Summit 2025
The Global Carrier Billing & Mobile Payments Summit returns to Amsterdam on the 9th and 10th September. The 2025 edition will see Informa Tech and the Mobile Ecosystem Forum rejoin forces to deliver the world’s largest event dedicated to Direct Carrier Billing and Mobile Payments.
Register now
