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Yahoo
16-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Skylo Sets Sights on Asia and Certifies Samsung Exynos 2500 as Analysys Mason Hails Turning Point for Satellite D2D
Skylo's leadership role and time to market advantage recognized amid worldwide regulatory uncertainty of competing approaches SEOUL, South Korea & SHANGHAI, June 16, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Skylo announces key partnerships across Asia amid growing commercial availability worldwide and a faster time to market for Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and Mobile Network Operators (MNOs). Skylo, which earlier this year won the GLOMO award for the best Non-Terrestrial Network at MWC Barcelona for the second year in a row, has now commercially activated nearly 7 million devices. Skylo is the world's largest mobile network operator in terms of geographic coverage, now spanning 37 countries with the addition of Iceland this month. Skylo is currently routing Satellite SOS messages from consumers needing emergency services nearly every other day, showcasing the real impact these services are having in subscribers' lives. An upcoming global report by Analysys Mason, "MNOs and OEMs Need to Adopt Satellite D2D Now," highlights satellite Direct-to-Device (D2D) as a strategic imperative for MNOs and OEMs and recognizes Skylo for offering the "most stable and reliable service." It noted that competing solutions still suffer from "significant availability gaps" and detailed the regulatory challenges they face wherein "each country must issue specific licenses for space-based use of terrestrial spectrum, and each individual operator must navigate complex coordination to avoid interference with ground-based services. These constraints can delay deployments and limit scalability." Skylo's differentiated approach utilizes existing, globally allocated frequency bands that are already in place allowing for expansive, commercially available service today. OEMs, in particular, should note "the trade-offs in terms of interference, regulatory complexity, device compatibility, technology, and time to market" with competing approaches. Skylo yields "a head start in service availability, allowing operators to move early with emergency and messaging services while building user trust and brand value." The full report will be available on the Analysis Mason website on Wednesday. "As demand for resilient, ubiquitous connectivity continues to grow, Asia is a natural next step as a focus for Skylo—home to technology powerhouses shaping the future of connected experiences," says Parthsarathi Trivedi, CEO and co-founder of Skylo. "Our standards-based approach, which leverages existing MSS spectrum, allows MNOs and device manufacturers to quickly come to market with commercially available satellite services that are saving lives without requiring MNOs to wait on additional regulatory approval. By enabling devices to stay connected wherever they are, we're helping power the next generation of digital transformation." Key milestones in Asia as OEMs adopt Skylo's approach for satellite connectivity: Samsung Semiconductor Following more than a year of joint research and collaboration, Skylo and Samsung were able to certify the Exynos Modem 5400 in mid 2024, unlocking satellite D2D connectivity to high-volume flagship Android smartphones on Skylo's network. Today, we are excited to announce the certification of the Exynos 2500 mobile processor, offering better energy efficiency and higher performance. "Samsung's partnership with Skylo is built upon 3GPP NTN standards to unlock connectivity everywhere. Through our collaboration on the Samsung Exynos Modem 5400 and the Exynos 2500 mobile processor, mainstream devices worldwide will now have the underlying technology to connect to satellites wherever cellular networks are unavailable, ushering in a new era of ubiquitous connectivity," said Hui Won Je, VP of Modem Development Team at Samsung Electronics. OPPO Skylo is excited to announce a new partnership with OPPO, the global smart device manufacturer with a strong presence in APAC, Europe, India, the Middle East and LATAM. The two companies are working closely to provide OPPO devices that can help MNOs test the Skylo service as an extension of their existing terrestrial network. "OPPO is an innovation-driven brand, and our partnership with Skylo unlocks the next generation of NTN standards-based satellite connectivity for smartphones," said Yang Xia, Head of Global Strategic Partnership and Carrier Management, OPPO. Tecno (a brand of Transsion) & Mlink Skylo is excited to announce a partnership with Tecno (a brand of Transsion) and Mlink for NTN capable smartphones. Tecno is developing devices with the Mlink MS210 chipset that will be able to support E-SOS and SMS over Skylo's NTN service. "The Mlink MS210 chipset is Skylo certified, and is optimized for mainstream consumer smartphones. We are excited to support the upcoming Tecno launch," said Zhiping An, Co-Founder, Mlink. HARMAN Automotive satellite connectivity Skylo's work with HARMAN, a Samsung company, showcases enhanced automotive emergency services, including bidirectional emergency messaging directly from the HARMAN Ready Connect telematics control unit (TCU) which will now be able to send emergency alerts and receive real-time updates when out of cellular coverage. "HARMAN Ready Connect is the world's first TCU product to showcase Skylo's NTN connectivity with the Qualcomm SA522M/525M chipset in an all-in-one integrated TCU form factor. We are excited to partner with Skylo to enable ubiquitous automotive connectivity using next generation satellite-based technology on a global scale," said Suman Sehra, Global VP, Connectivity Portfolio Management, HARMAN International. LG Electronics Skylo has partnered with LG to bring scale, reliability, and ease of integration to the automotive industry for safety, diagnostics, and emergency services. "At the 5G Automotive Association event in Paris last month, we worked with Skylo to demonstrate AI-based voice recognition combined with satellite connectivity to showcase the next generation of emergency response services for the automotive segment," said Sung-Ryong Hong, Research Fellow, LG Electronics. China Device Ecosystem Skylo is pleased to announce the availability of its NTN service to Multibyte customers in Skylo-covered regions, supported by the Fuzhou IoT OTT messaging platform for P2P messaging. "Multibyte is looking forward to enabling China OEMs and other customers with a global solution combining cellular and Skylo NTN services," said Jim Yang, Director of Multibyte. "Fuzhou IoT is working closely with China OEMs and Multibyte to enable out-of-the-box NTN-based messaging for smartphones and other cellular devices. We are proud to announce that Blackview, our first customer, is launching their Skylo NTN-enabled ruggedized smartphones for the European market in the coming quarter," said Geng Yan, Director of Fuzhou IoT. What's next? Skylo is committed to enabling reliable satellite connectivity across the globe. With a global satellite network built for scale, Skylo is uniquely positioned to meet the world's demand for always-on connectivity. As industries from agriculture, automotive, and consumer devices increasingly rely on always-on connectivity, Skylo's satellite network provides a seamless, continuous, and contiguous connection. Skylo will participate in MWC Shanghai for the first time where it will be a featured exhibitor at the GSMA Pavilion, the centerpiece showcase of the event organizer. Pete Saladino, Global Head of Marketing at Skylo, will speak at the session Shaping the Future: AI, 5G and the Technologies of Tomorrow. Skylo will be on display at MWC Shanghai from June 18 - 20 at location N4 Stand N4.D26 About Skylo Skylo Technologies is a global Non-Terrestrial Network service provider based in Mountain View, CA, offering a service that allows smartphones and IoT cellular devices to connect directly over existing satellites. Devices connected over satellite are managed and served by Skylo's commercial NTN vRAN, featuring a 3GPP standards-based cloud-native base station and core. Skylo works with existing satellite operators, network operators, and device makers to provide subscribers an anywhere, anytime connectivity solution between terrestrial and satellite networks. Skylo's focus is on enabling connected services for people outdoors and connected workflows for machines at work across critical industries such as agriculture, maritime, logistics, mining, and others, in addition to mass-market consumer devices. For more information, visit View source version on Contacts Media Contact Stephanie Chanpress@
Business Wire
16-06-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Skylo Sets Sights on Asia and Certifies Samsung Exynos 2500 as Analysys Mason Hails Turning Point for Satellite D2D
SEOUL, South Korea & SHANGHAI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Skylo announces key partnerships across Asia amid growing commercial availability worldwide and a faster time to market for Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and Mobile Network Operators (MNOs). Skylo, which earlier this year won the GLOMO award for the best Non-Terrestrial Network at MWC Barcelona for the second year in a row, has now commercially activated nearly 7 million devices. Skylo is the world's largest mobile network operator in terms of geographic coverage, now spanning 37 countries with the addition of Iceland this month. Skylo is currently routing Satellite SOS messages from consumers needing emergency services nearly every other day, showcasing the real impact these services are having in subscribers' lives. An upcoming global report by Analysys Mason, ' MNOs and OEMs Need to Adopt Satellite D2D Now,' highlights satellite Direct-to-Device (D2D) as a strategic imperative for MNOs and OEMs and recognizes Skylo for offering the 'most stable and reliable service.' It noted that competing solutions still suffer from 'significant availability gaps' and detailed the regulatory challenges they face wherein 'each country must issue specific licenses for space-based use of terrestrial spectrum, and each individual operator must navigate complex coordination to avoid interference with ground-based services. These constraints can delay deployments and limit scalability.' Skylo's differentiated approach utilizes existing, globally allocated frequency bands that are already in place allowing for expansive, commercially available service today. OEMs, in particular, should note 'the trade-offs in terms of interference, regulatory complexity, device compatibility, technology, and time to market' with competing approaches. Skylo yields 'a head start in service availability, allowing operators to move early with emergency and messaging services while building user trust and brand value.' The full report will be available on the Analysis Mason website on Wednesday. 'As demand for resilient, ubiquitous connectivity continues to grow, Asia is a natural next step as a focus for Skylo—home to technology powerhouses shaping the future of connected experiences,' says Parthsarathi Trivedi, CEO and co-founder of Skylo. 'Our standards-based approach, which leverages existing MSS spectrum, allows MNOs and device manufacturers to quickly come to market with commercially available satellite services that are saving lives without requiring MNOs to wait on additional regulatory approval. By enabling devices to stay connected wherever they are, we're helping power the next generation of digital transformation.' Key milestones in Asia as OEMs adopt Skylo's approach for satellite connectivity: Samsung Semiconductor Following more than a year of joint research and collaboration, Skylo and Samsung were able to certify the Exynos Modem 5400 in mid 2024, unlocking satellite D2D connectivity to high-volume flagship Android smartphones on Skylo's network. Today, we are excited to announce the certification of the Exynos 2500 mobile processor, offering better energy efficiency and higher performance. 'Samsung's partnership with Skylo is built upon 3GPP NTN standards to unlock connectivity everywhere. Through our collaboration on the Samsung Exynos Modem 5400 and the Exynos 2500 mobile processor, mainstream devices worldwide will now have the underlying technology to connect to satellites wherever cellular networks are unavailable, ushering in a new era of ubiquitous connectivity,' said Hui Won Je, VP of Modem Development Team at Samsung Electronics. OPPO Skylo is excited to announce a new partnership with OPPO, the global smart device manufacturer with a strong presence in APAC, Europe, India, the Middle East and LATAM. The two companies are working closely to provide OPPO devices that can help MNOs test the Skylo service as an extension of their existing terrestrial network. "OPPO is an innovation-driven brand, and our partnership with Skylo unlocks the next generation of NTN standards-based satellite connectivity for smartphones," said Yang Xia, Head of Global Strategic Partnership and Carrier Management, OPPO. Tecno (a brand of Transsion) & Mlink Skylo is excited to announce a partnership with Tecno (a brand of Transsion) and Mlink for NTN capable smartphones. Tecno is developing devices with the Mlink MS210 chipset that will be able to support E-SOS and SMS over Skylo's NTN service. 'The Mlink MS210 chipset is Skylo certified, and is optimized for mainstream consumer smartphones. We are excited to support the upcoming Tecno launch,' said Zhiping An, Co-Founder, Mlink. HARMAN Automotive satellite connectivity Skylo's work with HARMAN, a Samsung company, showcases enhanced automotive emergency services, including bidirectional emergency messaging directly from the HARMAN Ready Connect telematics control unit (TCU) which will now be able to send emergency alerts and receive real-time updates when out of cellular coverage. "HARMAN Ready Connect is the world's first TCU product to showcase Skylo's NTN connectivity with the Qualcomm SA522M/525M chipset in an all-in-one integrated TCU form factor. We are excited to partner with Skylo to enable ubiquitous automotive connectivity using next generation satellite-based technology on a global scale," said Suman Sehra, Global VP, Connectivity Portfolio Management, HARMAN International. LG Electronics Skylo has partnered with LG to bring scale, reliability, and ease of integration to the automotive industry for safety, diagnostics, and emergency services. "At the 5G Automotive Association event in Paris last month, we worked with Skylo to demonstrate AI-based voice recognition combined with satellite connectivity to showcase the next generation of emergency response services for the automotive segment," said Sung-Ryong Hong, Research Fellow, LG Electronics. China Device Ecosystem Skylo is pleased to announce the availability of its NTN service to Multibyte customers in Skylo-covered regions, supported by the Fuzhou IoT OTT messaging platform for P2P messaging. "Multibyte is looking forward to enabling China OEMs and other customers with a global solution combining cellular and Skylo NTN services," said Jim Yang, Director of Multibyte. "Fuzhou IoT is working closely with China OEMs and Multibyte to enable out-of-the-box NTN-based messaging for smartphones and other cellular devices. We are proud to announce that Blackview, our first customer, is launching their Skylo NTN-enabled ruggedized smartphones for the European market in the coming quarter," said Geng Yan, Director of Fuzhou IoT. What's next? Skylo is committed to enabling reliable satellite connectivity across the globe. With a global satellite network built for scale, Skylo is uniquely positioned to meet the world's demand for always-on connectivity. As industries from agriculture, automotive, and consumer devices increasingly rely on always-on connectivity, Skylo's satellite network provides a seamless, continuous, and contiguous connection. Skylo will participate in MWC Shanghai for the first time where it will be a featured exhibitor at the GSMA Pavilion, the centerpiece showcase of the event organizer. Pete Saladino, Global Head of Marketing at Skylo, will speak at the session Shaping the Future: AI, 5G and the Technologies of Tomorrow. Skylo will be on display at MWC Shanghai from June 18 - 20 at location N4 Stand N4.D26 About Skylo Skylo Technologies is a global Non-Terrestrial Network service provider based in Mountain View, CA, offering a service that allows smartphones and IoT cellular devices to connect directly over existing satellites. Devices connected over satellite are managed and served by Skylo's commercial NTN vRAN, featuring a 3GPP standards-based cloud-native base station and core. Skylo works with existing satellite operators, network operators, and device makers to provide subscribers an anywhere, anytime connectivity solution between terrestrial and satellite networks. Skylo's focus is on enabling connected services for people outdoors and connected workflows for machines at work across critical industries such as agriculture, maritime, logistics, mining, and others, in addition to mass-market consumer devices. For more information, visit
Korea Herald
12-06-2025
- Business
- Korea Herald
The MWCapital Awards recognise the international tech projects with the greatest impact on sustainability
BARCELONA, Spain, June 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Mobile World Capital Barcelona (MWCapital), in collaboration with GSMA Foundry, B Lab Spain, the State Secretariat for Digitalisation and Artificial Intelligence (SEDIA) and Red. es, held the first edition of the MWCapital Awards: Technologies for a Sustainable Future, recognising six international projects that use technologies such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, data analytics or smart sensors to address the major social and environmental challenges of the 21st century. With these awards, MWCapital highlights the role of technology as a driver of transformation towards a more resilient and sustainable model. The ceremony, held at the Mirador Torre Glòries, brought together representatives of the 17 finalist projects selected from 157 entries across 34 countries, along with entrepreneurs from the tech ecosystem, social stakeholders, and representatives from public and private institutions committed to purpose-driven innovation. The jury, formed by experts from organisations such as GSMA, B Lab Spain, MIT, AMETIC and the International Telecommunication Union, evaluated the proposals based on innovation, scalability, and real social impact, selecting one winner for each of the five established categories. The winning projects: These projects will have the opportunity to showcase their solutions at the next edition of MWC Barcelona, gaining access to a key international platform to increase visibility and foster strategic collaborations. In addition, as the winner of the Barcelona Horizon Award, the Embrace the Forest initiative from Brazil will receive up to €50,000 to pilot its solution in Barcelona. Its technology, Pantera, is a wildfire management software that uses artificial intelligence to prevent, detect, and analyse the impact of wildfires, to reduce CO₂ emissions. Currently, Pantera monitors over 17.5 million hectares, including tiger reserves in India and natural areas in Brazil, achieving up to an 85% reduction in burned areas and a 70% cut in operational costs. By combining AI, real-time data analysis and drones, it can detect fires within seconds, enabling rapid and effective responses that minimise wildfire damage. (SDG 13: Climate action) Recognising technology with purpose During the event, the CEO of Mobile World Capital Barcelona, Francesc Fajula, remarked that "today, technological progress must consider not only economic criteria but also social and environmental ones." He further noted that "technology is our best ally in building a more sustainable, fair and equitable society." Meanwhile, the CEO of GSMA Ltd., John Hoffman, stated: "MWCapital Awards are a powerful reminder that technology, when deployed ethically and inclusively, can accelerate progress toward one of the world's most urgent goals. The awards showcase projects that deliver real and measurable impact, from improving health outcomes and urban resilience to fighting climate change. At the GSMA, we are proud to champion innovation that drives digital transformation with purpose, and we look forward to seeing these remarkable initiatives take the global stage at MWC26 Barcelona." In the same vein, the Director General of Jesús Herrero, added: "These awards represent a magnificent opportunity to showcase the best international projects where new technologies are being applied to achieve a more sustainable, equitable, and inclusive world. Climate change and the technological revolution require governments, businesses, and citizens alike to take action towards a green and digital transition". Additionally, the Interim Executive Director of B Lab Spain, Lucas Hunter, highlighted: "At B Lab Spain, we welcome initiatives like the MWCapital Awards that shine a spotlight on the real, measurable impact of technological innovation. These projects show that it is possible to combine technical excellence with business models that prioritise people and the planet. Recognising this kind of leadership and promoting strategic frameworks such as the B Corp standards is key to accelerating the transition towards an economic model capable of addressing today's challenges". With the MWCapital Awards, Mobile World Capital Barcelona reaffirms its commitment to technology as a driver of economic and social transformation. These awards, aligned with the United Nations' 2030 Agenda, recognise tech solutions with the greatest potential to contribute to the world's biggest challenges. In its first edition, the MWCapital Awards recognised the most innovative technology projects internationally, not only for their technical excellence but also for their ambition to inspire a new generation of entrepreneurs and innovators committed to improving lives and the planet.
Korea Herald
29-05-2025
- Business
- Korea Herald
Mexico's mobile industry joins forces to simplify the development of applications and digital services through GSMA Open Gateway
Altán Redes, América Móvil, AT&T Mexico, and Telefónica Mexico announced the local rollout of the initiative and its potential for new business and cross-industry partnerships. MEXICO CITY, Mexico, May 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- At GSMA M360 LATAM today, Altán Redes, América Móvil, AT&T Mexico, and Telefónica Mexico announced the launch of GSMA Open Gateway in the country. This global initiative led by the GSMA enables mobile operators to open their networks to drive innovation and collaboration across the digital ecosystem. GSMA Open Gateway is a standard through which mobile operators provide developers access to a range of network functions used to create applications and services. By bringing together operators from around the world, the initiative facilitates the design of digital products that can function seamlessly across all devices, regardless of country or operator. This is achieved through unique access points, known as Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), which serve as gateways to information about network capabilities. These APIs available through the CAMARA repository, an open-source project by GSMA and the Linux Foundation, which developers can access to integrate them directly into their applications. GSMA Open Gateway simplifies and accelerates developer innovation while helping create a smoother and more secure experience. The first phase of GSMA Open Gateway has focused on APIs aimed at digital security. In line with this trend, the three APIs presented in Mexico are: By providing key real-time information, these APIs help detect and prevent fraud in payments and financial transactions. For example, they can identify suspicious changes to a customer's mobile line just before a significant money transfer, offering greater security for the user. Since its launch at MWC Barcelona 2023, over 73 mobile operator groups, representing 284 mobile networks and almost 80% of mobile connections globally, have joined the initiative, alongside 43 channel partners. In Latin America, Argentina, Brazil, Chile, and Peru have already introduced their first portfolio of APIs, with new markets set to join in 2025.
Yahoo
28-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Mexico's mobile industry joins forces to simplify the development of applications and digital services through GSMA Open Gateway
Altán Redes, América Móvil, AT&T Mexico, and Telefónica Mexico announced the local rollout of the initiative and its potential for new business and cross-industry partnerships. MEXICO CITY, Mexico, May 28, 2025 /CNW/ -- At GSMA M360 LATAM today, Altán Redes, América Móvil, AT&T Mexico, and Telefónica Mexico announced the launch of GSMA Open Gateway in the country. This global initiative led by the GSMA enables mobile operators to open their networks to drive innovation and collaboration across the digital ecosystem. GSMA Open Gateway is a standard through which mobile operators provide developers access to a range of network functions used to create applications and services. By bringing together operators from around the world, the initiative facilitates the design of digital products that can function seamlessly across all devices, regardless of country or operator. This is achieved through unique access points, known as Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), which serve as gateways to information about network capabilities. These APIs available through the CAMARA repository, an open-source project by GSMA and the Linux Foundation, which developers can access to integrate them directly into their applications. GSMA Open Gateway simplifies and accelerates developer innovation while helping create a smoother and more secure experience. The first phase of GSMA Open Gateway has focused on APIs aimed at digital security. In line with this trend, the three APIs presented in Mexico are: SIM SWAP, allows the verification of SIM card replacements on a mobile line; Device Location, provides information about the location of a device; Number Verification, checks if a phone number is associated with a specific device. By providing key real-time information, these APIs help detect and prevent fraud in payments and financial transactions. For example, they can identify suspicious changes to a customer's mobile line just before a significant money transfer, offering greater security for the user. Since its launch at MWC Barcelona 2023, over 73 mobile operator groups, representing 284 mobile networks and almost 80% of mobile connections globally, have joined the initiative, alongside 43 channel partners. In Latin America, Argentina, Brazil, Chile, and Peru have already introduced their first portfolio of APIs, with new markets set to join in 2025. Read the full press release here Logo - View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE GSMA View original content to download multimedia: Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
