Regulator Closes Loophole – Mandates eSIM Providers Must Have a MVNO License
Brazil's telecom regulator Anatel has closed a regulatory loophole, ruling that eSIM providers must have a MVNO license.
A New MVNO That Rewards Users for Less Data Usage
MVNO Noble Mobile promoting their core message "Get paid not played" on outdoor signage (Image from Andrew Yang Newsletter) Former U.S. presidential candidate Andrew Yang is taking his vision of a more "human-centered" economy from the campaign trail to the wireless industry. Yang, who advocated for universal basic income during his 2020 run, is now the CEO of a new mobile virtual...
MVNO Market Share Grows in Austria
Driven by consumer demand for value, MVNOs are expanding their presence in the Austrian telecom market growing to 18.3%.
A Guide to MVNO Wholesale Models
Explore the different wholesale models for MVNOs, including Retail Minus, Cost Plus, Tiered Framework, and four other models.
The Private Network Sham: Factories Get Free 5G? No — Telcos Get a New Monopoly
Thailand's 5G private network initiative: a controlled ecosystem that benefits a telecom duopoly, not industry innovation. Presented as a bold step toward industrial innovation, an initiative by Thailand’s telecom paper tiger promises to empower enterprises with free private network spectrum. While the NBTC paints a picture of open access, the framework's fine print reveals a different story. Beneath the surface...
MVNO Business Models
This guide breaks down the most prominent MVNO business models, explaining their unique value, target markets with key examples.
A MVNO with a Cause: How Two YouTubers Are Transforming Mobile Service in Mexico
Jimmy Álvarez and Andrés Neshudo, two of Mexico's most popular YouTubers, have launched the MVNO REVO that funds social causes.
YouTube Superstar MrBeast Reportedly Planning His Own MVNO
YouTube superstar MrBeast is reportedly planning to enter the mobile service market with a new mobile virtual network operator (MVNO).
Another One: Nedbank Connect Enters South Africa’s Growing Bank MVNO Market
Nedbank has become the latest South African bank to launch its own mobile network, Nedbank Connect South Africa's banking sector is increasingly becoming the new frontier for mobile connectivity, with the launch of Nedbank Connect, the latest mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) to hit the market. Nedbank has officially launched its mobile operator, Nedbank Connect, making it one of the latest of...
Cell C’s Wholesale and MVNO Strategy Drives Profitability and Growth
Cell C has achieved profitability for the year ending May 31, 2025, thanks to a strategic focus on its wholesale and MVNO partnerships.