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Business Wire
24-07-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Omdia Launches First Telco B2B AI Monetization Index
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Telecom operators are reinventing their business-to-business services to capture new AI revenues, but their efforts will only yield $4 billion in 2025, according to Omdia's newly launched Telco B2B AI Monetization Index. 'Telcos have a natural role to play as local and national AI services providers and strategic partners,' said Brian Washburn, Chief Analyst, Telco B2B Solutions. The index is an independent market tool that tracks how telecom operators are capitalizing on the emerging global AI economy. Index data informs Omdia's forecast that telco B2B AI revenues will exhibit a 65% CAGR through to 2030, as telcos expand their role in providing AI infrastructure and services. Businesses and consumers are increasingly dependent on AI-enabled decisions and experiences that require high-performance, failsafe digital infrastructure. As owners and operators of this infrastructure, telecom operators are positioned as essential stakeholders in the AI ecosystem and are just beginning to monetize their unique assets and capabilities at scale. 'Telcos have a natural role to play as local and national AI services providers and strategic partners,' said Brian Washburn, Chief Analyst, Telco B2B Solutions. 'It is early days, but the index highlights that monetization opportunities for telcos in the AI economy already extend well beyond connectivity, particularly as demand for data security and sovereign services continues to grow.' The Omdia Telco B2B AI Monetization Index benchmarks four key dimensions: Infrastructure: Availability of digital assets such as fiber networks, satellites and data centers that support AI workloads. Portfolio: Range of commercial AI services, with a focus on B2B services. Ecosystem: Strength in technology and partnerships across the AI value chain. Regulation: Codification of legal and ethical frameworks for secure AI market interactions. Key findings from Omdia's wider Telco B2B AI research include: Telcos are moving beyond connectivity into hosting AI data centers and hardware. A third of global network traffic will be AI-driven in 2025, representing 10 zettabytes by year end. Telcos' current $4 billion in B2B AI revenues come from high-speed connectivity, hosted hardware and platforms, and professional services. Small and medium-sized enterprises are a common target for telcos' new AI services. Omdia's Telco B2B AI Monetization Index is published quarterly as part of the Telco B2B Solutions Intelligence Service, designed to support service providers and their partners in expanding and diversifying business-to-business revenue. Related research includes Omdia's AI network traffic reports, which track and model global and regional network traffic growth through to 2033; revenue sizing and forecasts for telco-led B2B AI services; and B2B survey insights on current and planned AI adoption. These and other Omdia Telco B2B reports are available via subscription here. ABOUT OMDIA Omdia, part of Informa TechTarget, Inc. (Nasdaq: TTGT), is a technology research and advisory group. Our deep knowledge of tech markets grounded in real conversations with industry leaders and hundreds of thousands of data points, make our market intelligence our clients' strategic advantage. From R&D to ROI, we identify the greatest opportunities and move the industry forward.
GMA Network
01-07-2025
- Business
- GMA Network
Telco industry's future hinges on harnessing AI, 5G - PLDT's Jimenez
PLDT Inc. is banking on the convergence of the latest digital and connectivity innovations—5G and artificial intelligence (AI)—to set the pace for the future of the telecommunications industry. In his keynote speech at the 2025 Mobile World Congress in Shanghai, China, last month, PLDT Chief Operating Officer and Chief Technology Officer Menardo 'Butch' Jimenez Jr. said, 'It is the power of both 5G and AI that will deliver the magic.' 'Not just one or the other. Telcos have the unique DNA to deliver both, and that's why we believe the future of the industry depends on how we harness these two forces together,' Jimenez said. The PLDT official laid out the telco's game plan for leading the 5G-AI revolution: build smarter infrastructure, collaborate boldly, and train relentlessly. With 5G standalone architecture as its backbone, PLDT is setting the stage for AI-powered innovation, he said. 'The solo mindset is outdated,' Jimenez said, as he underscored the importance of strategic partnerships. He said PLDT is investing in AI bootcamps and upskilling programs to ensure its workforce is ready to lead in the age of intelligent connectivity. 'If our people don't embrace AI, there's no way we can lead with it,' he emphasized. 'We must believe in it ourselves before we can deliver it to our customers,' Jimenez said. 'This is our dream, our vision, and our hope—that 5G and AI together will drive the next generation of growth for telco,' he said. — VBL, GMA Integrated News
Sky News AU
01-07-2025
- Business
- Sky News AU
ASX 200 finishes flat on Tuesday as telcos are sold off
Sky News Business Reporter Edward Boyd says the local market opened higher this morning with most sectors in the green. 'Telcos and industrials were sold off and the market did fall at the end of the day' Mr Boyd said. The ASX 200 finished the day basically flat on Tuesday.
Mid East Info
27-06-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
Novosol's Strategic Telco Collaboration Unlocks Multi-Billion Dollar Revenue/Value Globally - Middle East Business News and Information
Novosol's strategic partnerships with global Telecom leaders—Telkomsel, Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison, Airtel, Vodafone, and DigiCelcom—are transforming the global mobile advertising landscape. At the core of this transformation is moLotus, Novosol's patented GSM-based mobile video advertising and interaction platform. moLotus delivers personalized 40-second video messages directly to the inbox of all kinds of mobile phones, instantly reaching a massive Telco subscriber base with no app or data plan required. Through its comprehensive suite of capabilities—global scalability, interactivity, AI agents, integration, and more—moLotus is estimated to add USD 5-7 in annual revenue per subscriber. As the mobile advertising market is projected to exceed USD 1 trillion by 2032 (Statista, Fortune BI), Novosol is well-positioned to capitalize on this rapid expansion with its breakthrough moLotus platform. The company is in the process of raising Series B funding to become a multi-million-dollar global entity. With new funds, Novosol plans to strategically expand into key global markets, enhancing brand visibility, accelerating innovation, adding AI capabilities, and solidifying alliances with global Brands and Telecom operators. Novosol has already established win-win partnerships with major Telcos across Indonesia, India, Malaysia, and Singapore, demonstrating significant market penetration. Beyond Asia, the company is actively expanding its global footprint, currently in advanced discussions with key players like Verizon in the US and major European operators, alongside further expansion into other markets across Asia, MENA, North America, and Europe. Brands, Agencies, Resellers, and the entire Advertising Ecosystem have gained access to increased revenue streams, improved margins, and innovation through strategic partnerships. moLotus has powered campaigns for global Brands like Amazon, Samsung, HSBC, DBS Bank, Johnson & Johnson, L'Oréal, Panasonic, Proton, Dell, Prudential, and Standard Chartered. These campaigns have delivered measurable ROI across banking, insurance, e-commerce, automobile, FMCG, and government verticals. moLotus empowers Brands to achieve significant digital transformation by automating key processes and streamlining operations. For Telcos aiming to unlock high-margin advertising revenue, and for Investors seeking strong returns in a rapidly expanding global market, moLotus offers a proven, scalable one-stop solution, marking the next frontier in the lucrative mobile video advertising segment.
The Sun
18-06-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Mind the B-Gap: Telcos see a compelling case for digital inclusion powered by cloud technology
· Majority (97%) of telco leaders say digital inclusion is now central to their business strategy, driven primarily by the need to bridge the digital divide (71%) · With 92% of respondents seeing a strong alignment with government affordability initiatives as a key benefit of prioritizing digital inclusion · Despite 2G network phaseouts progressing – with 62% of telcos completing the transition – 40% of Indian consumers still rely on 2G, exposing a critical gap in access · 93% express confidence in cloud-powered solutions to help close the digital inclusion gap across high-growth markets HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire – 18 June 2025 - Millions of would-be customers remain offline across Asia's fastest-growing digital economies. This is not a lifestyle choice; it's because telcos are overlooking them — and a big growth opportunity in the process. In India, Vietnam, and the Philippines alone, over 600 million people still lack affordable access to the internet. CloudMosa, a leading cloud and mobile technology company, today released its inaugural B-Gap Barometer report, exploring the barriers keeping people offline in markets with network access as well as attitudes to potential solutions. Based on insights from senior telecommunication leaders across the digitally ascending markets of India, Vietnam, and the Philippines, the report maps telcos' 2G-to-4G migration, identifies persistent barriers to digital inclusion, and outlines how decision-makers are rethinking innovation and business strategies amid network transitions. The research also reveals the shift we're seeing in digital inclusion becoming a strategic business priority, underscoring affordable access as the next frontier for growth. 'Telcos are racing to the future with 5G, but growth won't come from the top alone,' said Shioupyn Shen, CEO of CloudMosa. 'The real opportunity lies in those being left behind in the migration to 4G and beyond. This report is a call to action for industry leaders: those who move first to bridge the affordability gap will shape the next decade of the industry.' Rising demands for affordable connectivity Telcos are now at a crossroads. According to the B-Gap Barometer, 62% of operators across India, Vietnam, and the Philippines have already completed their 2G shutdowns, and another 26% are prepared for migration. Yet, despite the rapid progress in network infrastructure to support 4G, large populations still rely heavily on 2G networks. This is particularly evident in India, where 40% reported that up to half their company's user base is still on 2G networks. Despite existing network coverage, many users remain offline because affordability still prevents underserved consumers from fully participating in the digital economy – a challenge CloudMosa has termed the 'B-Gap'. In the Philippines, 66% of telco leaders cite costly data plans as consumers' top barriers in transitioning to 4G and beyond. Vietnam and India follow closely, with 57% and 51% reflecting a similar sentiment. While more users are aiming to upgrade to smartphones – 73% in Vietnam and 62% in the Philippines – many still lean on feature phones given cost limitations. Seventy-five percent of Indian users still prefer traditional feature phones, driven by cost, simplicity, and reliability. While the rest of the world is rushing towards 5G, these users present the region's most overlooked commercial opportunity and telcos are uniquely positioned to move them up the value chain to ultimately close this gap. Doing so will unlock revenue, drive education, employment, economic mobility, and social inclusion. Why inclusion is now a business imperative As telcos continue to grapple with legacy network costs, stagnant average rate per user, or how to expand to underserved markets, digital inclusion is no longer a CSR initiative. It is becoming a critical commercial strategy to reach more users across digitally ascending markets. A staggering 97% of industry players across three markets pointed to digital inclusion as a central component of their business strategy, with the biggest driver being bridging the digital divide (71%), followed by aligning with CSR goals (56%). More than half (53%) see inclusion helping with market expansion, customer retention and loyalty. The benefits are multifaceted, but the bottom line is clear: digital inclusion is a business growth engine that telcos can't afford to ignore. Driving the future of inclusive connectivity While tech affordability has long been a challenge, key players are now presented with a solution in the form of cloud-based mobile devices to reach wider communities. Developed by CloudMosa, Cloud Phone is a breakthrough solution that transforms low-cost feature phones into modern, internet-capable devices. By shifting computing and data processing to the cloud, Cloud Phone delivers seamless online experiences that were previously out of reach for users on basic handsets. In fact, telco leaders feel positively about this technology in helping to bridge the gap for billions of people worldwide that still lack crucial access. Ninety-one percent believe this solution can help close the B-Gap, with another 90% interested in its potential to dramatically improve UX for low-income users. Eighty-five percent have even cited running premium applications on low-cost devices as an attractive feature. 'We're not just bringing the internet to feature phones — we're unlocking opportunity for billions,' Shen added. 'What we've built with Cloud Phone introduces a new growth model for telecom carriers, phone manufacturers and content providers. We want to show the mobile ecosystem how doing good doesn't need to come at the expense of profitability. Telcos can still achieve commercial success while providing solutions that meet people where they are.' What's next: The business playbook for telcos Traditionally viewed as low revenue customers, 2G feature phone users now represent a significant untapped opportunity. With cloud-based solutions reducing device and data costs, telcos can serve this segment profitably, offering app-based services on feature phones that operate like smartphones. Solutions such as Cloud Phone offer a high-margin innovation platform to tackle the challenges telcos are facing by unlocking new growth while enabling digital transformation and wider business goals. Along with the right partnerships and business models, telcos can transform inclusion into real impact. Download the B-Gap Barometer here: .
