Tag: Mobile

Paris’s mobile Navigo card shows the way for public transit…

New technologies are redefining the possibilities of public transit ticketing. Across transport networks worldwide, mobile and contactless solutions are leading the way. Offering seamless transactions and unparalleled user convenience, ‘tap and go’ schemes are proving a hit with commuters, tourists and transport operators alike. As a result, the global mobile ticketing market is predicted to […]

The Shift Towards Seamless IoT Connectivity 

The IoT market is poised for explosive growth, with the forecasted surge in IoT devices set to create countless efficiencies and value-adds across sectors. For example, imagine a city where thousands of IoT sensors monitor air quality, traffic flow, and energy usage. With seamless connectivity management, these sensors automatically connect to the best available network, […]

The Evolution of FWA: Meeting the Demands of the 5G…

In the ever-changing landscape of telecommunications, 5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) is proving to be a revolutionary force. As Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) strive to close the digital divide, FWA offers a promising solution to deliver high-speed internet to both bustling urban centers and remote rural locations.  With the rise of 5G, FWA is experiencing […]

The Growing Problem of Plastic Waste and the EcoSIM Solution

Plastic waste is a significant environmental issue, and while the SIM card industry contributes to the problem with over 4 billion cards produced annually, its overall impact is relatively small compared to other sectors. Nevertheless, initiatives like Thales’ EcoSIM are helping to reduce this footprint by incorporating recycled materials. Despite this, the industry still faces […]

User identity and 5G SA: How to balance privacy protection…

5G Stand Alone (5G SA), the most recent generation of mobile networks, is a rapidly accelerating alternative to its 4G and 5G Non-Standalone (NSA) predecessors. With around 60 networks already live worldwide and another 83 planned for launch, we are seeing a significant adoption of this advanced technology.  Unlike the first generation 5G network (NSA) […]