- In September 2023, The Global Carrier Billing and Mobile Payments Summit 2023, organized by Informa Tech, took place at Novotel Amsterdam City. This summit gathered telecom operators, merchants, and key players in the Direct Carrier Billing (DCB) and mobile payments sectors. The event focused on the current market landscape and future strategies, highlighting alternative payment methods, technological advancements, and fostering partnerships to leverage opportunities within DCB and Mobile Money
- In March 2023, T-Mobile collaborated with Ericsson, Nokia, Qualcomm Technologies, and Samsung to aggregate four mid-band spectrum channels on its 5G standalone network, marking a significant technological milestone. Using the Samsung Galaxy S23, T-Mobile also expanded Voice over New Radio (VoNR) services to four new cities: Cincinnati, OH; New Orleans, LA; New York, NY; and Seattle, WA, enhancing its 5G capabilities and user experience
- In February 2023, T-Mobile partnered with Amazon to integrate T-5G Mobile's Advanced Network Solutions portfolio with AWS cloud services. This collaboration enables clients to quickly explore, customize, and deploy scalable 5G edge computing solutions. The synergy between T-Mobile's 5G infrastructure and Amazon's cloud technology aims to streamline access to advanced applications, empowering businesses to leverage next-generation connectivity and computing capabilities for enhanced operational efficiency
- In February 2022, Centili, a digital monetization firm, collaborated with ZEE5 Global to facilitate safe and convenient access to diverse South Asian entertainment in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia. This partnership enabled carrier billing on Zain Bahrain and Zain Saudi Arabia for ZEE5 Global, allowing customers to enjoy streaming services without upfront payments. The initiative reflects a growing trend in integrating digital content with mobile payment solutions for enhanced customer experience
- In November 2020, Bango, a worldwide data-driven commerce platform, announced a partnership with BT, the U.K.'s leading telecommunications company, to enable bundled subscription services. BT selected the Bango Platform as a critical integration point to offer its customers access to a wide range of third-party products and services. This collaboration aims to enhance leisure and commerce options for BT’s extensive consumer base, promoting customer satisfaction and retention
