The Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) business model first emerged in Japan in 1997. Since then, the global MVNO subscriber base has steadily grown and is expected to exceed the 300-million landmark soon. It is currently growing five times faster than the operator segment. The...
MNVO FreedomPop is now offering AT&T LTE access to customers through either a SIM card or mobile hot spot device, which includes 2 GB of free data.
Mobile virtual network operator FreedomPop struck a deal to offer its unique service offering via...
MVNO DataXoom focuses on mobile data services and support to battle against established carriers in lucrative enterprise market.
The enterprise market remains lucrative for telecommunications operators as the segment typically pay their bills on time and with so many devices connected to...
Comcast to focus on offering cellular services to cable TV and internet customers, while also leveraging access to 15 million Wi-Fi hot spots
Comcast: Your wide-area, wireless services provider. On one hand, thinking of Comcast as your wireless network services provider seems outrageous. What do...
MVNO FreedomPop said it will handle operations while Dish Mexico will deal with distribution and invest in the joint venture
Mobile virtual network operator FreedomPop continues to bolster its international presence with its latest move, a partnership with Dish Mexico.
The joint venture is set to...
EU conditions meant to guarantee competition in Belgian market
The European Commission cleared the acquisition of Belgian mobile operator BASE by U.S. company Liberty Global, the European body said in a statement.
In April 2015, Liberty Global’s Belgian subsidiary Telenet agreed to acquire BASE for 1.33...
The new MVNO will launch mobile service through Zain’s network infrastructure
Saudi Arabia's Communications and Information Technology Commission has extended the deadline for bids for a mobile virtual network operator license that will enable the holder to offer services through mobile operator Zain's network infrastructure.
Interested...
FreedomPop to tap new funding, Axiata’s network to launch services across Southeast Asia
Mobile virtual network operator FreedomPop continues to rake in the funds, announcing an additional $10 million, and plans for expansion into Southeast Asia.
The company said a portion of its latest funding came...
Boost Mobile, Amp’d founder now heads action-camera startup
The domestic market’s infatuation with mobile virtual network operators looks to be on an upswing as mobile carriers look to partner with new brands in order to reach niche market segments and drive revenue from incremental usage...
MVNO FreedomPop unveils app to solve cellular/Wi-Fi handoff challenge
FreedomPop continues to enhance its mobile virtual network operator-based service, this week launching its Premium Voice technology that it claims solves the handoff challenge between cellular and Wi-Fi networks.
The MVNO said the software platform allows for...
Reports indicate Google in talks with Hutchison on roaming deal
Google’s plans to enter the domestic wireless telecom space through a mobile virtual network operator model could use international roaming as a hook to attract customers.
Published reports over the weekend indicated that Google was in...
Media reports suggest that Google is taking actions to launch mobile service as a mobile virtual network operator. Why on Earth would they do that? MVNO is such an archaic and anachronistic concept. It is unlikely that Google will launch a traditional MVNO. Traditionally,...
Much has been written in the last week or so about Google's “rumored” upcoming mobile virtual network operator play, including the reasons it will not be successful and the challenges Google will face challenging the incumbent mobile operators. As we read each developing story,...
Sky set to add mobile to platform beginning in 2016
U.K.-based satellite television provider Sky said it plans to add mobile services to its portfolio through a mobile virtual network operator agreement with Telefónica UK, which offers wireless services under the O2 brand.
The multiyear deal...
Reports suggest Google MVNO launch could happen this year
Numerous sources are reporting that Internet search giant Google is looking to enter the domestic mobile telecom space as a mobile virtual network operator partnering with either Sprint or T-Mobile US.
While details remain sparse, a report...
T-Mobile US and Univision Communications announced plans to launch a mobile service targeting the Hispanic community. Univision Mobile is set to launch May 19, and to include content from media giant Univision running across T-Mobile US’ network.
Rate plans will begin at $30 per month,...
Mobile virtual network operators continue to bring unique pricing plans to market, with the latest venture being offered up by Ciao Telecom. The company said it has begun beta testing a $10 per month, unlimited data, messaging and voice service tapping into Sprint’s CDMA...
The “Internet of things” promises to usher in a new wave of technological evolution. In a few years’ time, billions of things – cars, utility meters, TVs and even furniture – will be linked
It’s the time of year when we reflect and prognosticate. 2013 was a fantastic year for the “Internet of things,” and 2014 will be better. What’s hot and what’s not for IoT in 2014:
At the peak of the mobile virtual network operator fervor we witnessed in the 2005 to 2007 timeframe, common wisdom held that a successful MVNO must have killer content, a highly targeted
Big-box retailer Target is getting in on the branded prepaid wireless space with the impending launch of its Brightspot offering. The service is set to launch Oct. 6 running across T-Mobile US’ network.
The service begins at $35 per month for unlimited voice and messaging,...
Virgin Mobile Latin America is closer to launching its operations in Colombia, since it has raised an additional U.S.$20 million in funding. In December, the company closed a debt funding agreement for up to U.S.$14 million with the IFC, a member of the World Bank...
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Over the last few years, Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) in Latin America have been yearning...
Although mobile virtual network operators were launched in Latin America about four years ago, they have become hot topics again since Brazil released new regulations governing the segment and some carriers have actually launched operations in the region.
Worldwide, mobile virtual network operator launches peaked...
