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iD Mobile app tops 2 million users as self-service grows
Digital Transformation

iD Mobile app tops 2 million users as self-service grows

iD Mobile's self-service app has surged past two million registered users as more of its 2.5 million subscribers switch to digital support.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Mar 2026
Starlink & Proximus Global to bridge mobile gaps in Europe
Disaster Recovery

Starlink & Proximus Global to bridge mobile gaps in Europe

Starlink partners with Proximus Global to deliver direct satellite broadband to smartphones, bridging mobile coverage gaps across Europe's remote and underserved areas.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 1st Dec 2025

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Allianz Partners teams up with Travelgoogoo on eSIMs
Customer Experience

Allianz Partners teams up with Travelgoogoo on eSIMs

Travellers buying selected Asia Pacific policies will get eSIM access and a 1GB starter pack for a limited period, cutting roaming costs.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last month
Truecaller taps Telna for in-app travel eSIM launch
Network Infrastructure

Truecaller taps Telna for in-app travel eSIM launch

Users can now buy and activate travel eSIMs inside Truecaller in more than 30 markets, avoiding physical SIM cards and roaming fees.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Thu, 25th Jun 2026
TNS Global backs eSIM Go expansion into the UK MVNO market
Digital Transformation

TNS Global backs eSIM Go expansion into the UK MVNO market

Expansion into UK mobile services has gained fresh backing as TNS Global funds eSIM Go's push beyond travel eSIM into MVNOs.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 20th May 2026
eSIM use surges as travellers favour digital connectivity
Unified Communications

eSIM use surges as travellers favour digital connectivity

More travellers are avoiding roaming fees by activating eSIMs before departure, with half now using them for overseas trips, Ubigi said.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Wed, 13th May 2026
Gigs partners with ShopBack to launch travel eSIM in Asia-Pacific
Software-as-a-Service

Gigs partners with ShopBack to launch travel eSIM in Asia-Pacific

Travel customers in seven markets can now buy and manage eSIM data inside the ShopBack app, avoiding roaming charges and extra sign-ups.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 7th May 2026
Ubigi, Tripsora tie eSIM data to AI travel planning
Unified Communications

Ubigi, Tripsora tie eSIM data to AI travel planning

Ubigi teams with Tripsora to fold travel eSIM data into AI trip planning, promising savings of up to 75% and fewer roaming bill shocks.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Feb 2026
Telna unveils USD $100m fund for travel eSIM growth
Unified Communications

Telna unveils USD $100m fund for travel eSIM growth

Telna launches a USD $100m fund to back travel eSIM apps, MVNOs and Super Apps, aiming to speed global growth in digital roaming services.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 5th Feb 2026
Vodafone, Netcompany launch global travel eSIM service
Digital Transformation

Vodafone, Netcompany launch global travel eSIM service

Vodafone teams with Netcompany on a global travel eSIM, promising instant, data-only connectivity in 200-plus destinations worldwide.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd Jan 2026
Travel eSIM users to surge 440% by 2028, says Juniper Research
Unified Communications

Travel eSIM users to surge 440% by 2028, says Juniper Research

Juniper Research predicts a tremendous 440% increase in global travel eSIM users from 40m in 2024 to over 215m by 2028, as high international roaming costs drive demand.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Apr 2024
Tata Communications launches cloud-based calling solution for global enterprises
Cloud Services

Tata Communications launches cloud-based calling solution for global enterprises

JAMVEE is a cloud-based application designed to enhance the employee experience and productivity with easy collaboration features.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 29th Mar 2023
MAPS.ME launches a new reviewing platform
Gaming

MAPS.ME launches a new reviewing platform

MAPS.ME introduces a new user review platform, enabling travellers to rate and review over 50 types of sites, even when offline, enhancing trip planning.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Thu, 2nd Nov 2017
Travel tips: The gadgets that I take on my overseas jaunts
Digital Entertainment

Travel tips: The gadgets that I take on my overseas jaunts

Navigating modern air travel's dual ease and hassle, these versatile gadgets can lighten your load and elevate your overseas adventures.

By Patrick Pilcher • 4 min read • Mon, 21st Nov 2016

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Travelgoogoo launches global eSIM with year-round messaging
Unified Communications

Travelgoogoo launches global eSIM with year-round messaging

Singapore's Travelgoogoo launches Travelgoogoo365, offering a £14 annual global eSIM membership with unlimited messaging across 123 destinations worldwide.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
Revolut launches eSims in NZ for cost effective global data use
Unified Communications

Revolut launches eSims in NZ for cost effective global data use

Revolut has launched eSIMs and global data plans in New Zealand, enabling customers to save on roaming costs while travelling to over 100 countries.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024
Battleface and CELITECH partner to enhance travel safety with eSIM technology
Customer Experience

Battleface and CELITECH partner to enhance travel safety with eSIM technology

Battleface, a leading travel insurance provider, has partnered with CELITECH to integrate eSIM technology, revolutionizing travel safety and connectivity.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Oct 2023