Mobile Ecosystem Forum

02/10/2026

Your MEF Weekly Digest -

AI is changing the fraud landscape by making sophisticated impersonation and deception faster, cheaper, and easier to scale. This session explores how identity intelligence, telecommunications data, and trusted communications can work together to address this new reality.

01/10/2026

Voice AI Lab: Defining the First Practical Test

Join the next MEF Voice AI Lab call on Wednesday, 7 October 2026 from 1:30 to 2:30 PM (BST), as we move from the agreed Phase 1 scope towards defining our first practical test.

The discussion will cover the first end-to-end test scenario, the carriers, routes and markets involved, performance metrics, technical responsibilities and the immediate work plan. We’ll also share progress on engaging the first Voice AI companies.

This session is for MEF members only. Please reach out to us directly if you would like to take part: [email protected]

01/10/2026

Building the Global Travel eSIM KYC Blueprint

Join the next MEF Travel eSIM & KYC Best Practice Working Group call on 6 October 2026 from 1:30 to 2:30 PM UK (BST) as we take the next step towards mapping Travel eSIM KYC requirements around the world.

We’ll review the draft France country profile and discuss what information should be included as we expand the blueprint to other markets. Your input will help shape a practical resource for understanding Travel eSIM KYC requirements across different countries.

This session is for MEF members only. Please reach out to us directly if you would like to take part: [email protected].

01/10/2026

And just like that, GCB 2026 has come to a close!

Day 2 brought another packed programme of thought-provoking conversations, exploring the future of carrier billing, trust, data, AI and new growth opportunities.

We discussed how carrier data is shaping digital services advertising, the future of Header Enrichment and HTTPS enforcement, how Network APIs can turn the billing rail into a trust rail, and the evolution of DCB into a fully-fledged financial service.

We also explored the practical role of AI in carrier billing and mobile payments, regional opportunities across MENA, Sub-Saharan Africa and APAC, and what lies ahead for mobile payments, digital content and mobile advertising.

A huge thank you to all our speakers, our sponsors Content For Mobile, Cookies, Digital Virgo, Media Digital Group, TPAY MOBILE, Wister, Evina, Sam Media, Telecoming, Smadex, Mobile Arts, Movion, Mesh Ads, together with media partners Association for Interactive Media and Micropayments (aimm.co), ETIS - The Community of Telecom Professionals and MVNO-Index and to everyone who joined us and made these two days so special.

Thank you for making GCB 2026 such a success — and see you next year!

30/09/2026

🚨 FINAL CALL TO REGISTER!

Africa's SME market represents one of the biggest growth opportunities for operators, but turning demand into sustainable revenue remains a challenge.

Businesses across the continent are looking for better ways to communicate with customers, sell products, accept payments, and scale their operations. Yet many operators continue to face the same question:

How do you build solutions that SMEs will actually buy, adopt, and continue to use?

This Thursday, Mobile Ecosystem Forum and Digital Tide bring together experts from iTouch and Kcell for a practical discussion on what is working in the African SME market today.

We'll explore:
✅ Why traditional SME propositions often fall short
✅ The pricing and distribution models gaining traction
✅ How communications and payments can be bundled into compelling SME offerings
✅ Real-world case studies and lessons from across the region
✅ Practical commercial and go-to-market strategies operators can apply immediately

🎙️ Hear from:
• Matt Ekram, Advisor, Mobile Ecosystem Forum
• Anna Gonzales, Marketing Team Lead, Digital Tide
• Roman Zahidi, Marketing & Web Developer, Digital Tide
• Waheed Adam, Executive Chairperson, ITouch
• Damir Auezov, Head of B2B Product Development, Kcell

Whether you're an operator, CPaaS provider, fintech, product leader, or business messaging specialist, you'll leave with actionable insights into building products, partnerships, and commercial models that drive SME growth.

📅 Thursday, 1 October 2026
🕓 16:00 BST

👉 Don't miss this opportunity to learn from organisations already serving Africa's rapidly growing SME economy. Register now and secure your place here:
https://mobileecosystemforum.com/event/the-sme-growth-gap-unlocking-africas-next-operator-revenue-opportunity/

29/09/2026

What a way to kick things off!

Last night, Mobile Ecosystem Forum & Content For Mobile (CFM) brought together an exclusive group of industry leaders for a special VIP evening at LUTE Twenty Six — an evening of great conversations, networking and a truly memorable atmosphere.

And today, we are LIVE from Amsterdam for Day 1 of the Global Carrier Billing & Mobile Payments Summit 2026!

A packed agenda exploring the forces reshaping DCB and mobile payments — from Google advertising policy changes and market trends, to mobile wallets, consumer trust and new growth opportunities for telcos.

We are also looking at how DCB is evolving beyond a payment method, the role of carriers as strategic content partners, and the opportunities that RCS + Carrier Billing can unlock.

Great speakers, insightful discussions and plenty of networking already happening.

What a start to GCB 2026!

Thank you to all our fantastic sponsors Content For Mobile, Cookies, Digital Virgo, Media Digital Group (MDG), TPAY MOBILE, Wister, Evina, Sam Media, Telecoming, Smadex, Mobile Arts, Movion, Mesh Ads, together with media partners Association for Interactive Media and Micropayments (aimm.co), ETIS - The Community of Telecom Professionals and MVNO-Index.

29/09/2026

▪ MEF San Jose Pickleball Charity Challenge 2026

Whether you’re a seasoned player or completely new to the game, everyone is welcome. Never picked up a paddle before? No problem—this is the perfect chance to learn, have fun, and enjoy some friendly competition with great company on Sunday, 4 October 2026, from 13:00 to 16:00 PST. This event is supported by The Campaign Registry, Sinch, Vonage.

Trophies Awarded. Photocall.

Grab your ticket to watch or play by making a donation!

All Proceeds go to the American Red Cross.

▪MEF CONNECTS Enterprise Communications USA

It offers a unique opportunity to learn, build strategic relationships, and help define the future of business communications in the U.S. market on Monday, 5 October 2026, from 08:20 to 17:20 PST.

Key Topics Include:
• The future of enterprise communications and customer engagement
• Agentic AI, conversational commerce, and Voice AI
• Business messaging at scale across SMS, RCS, OTT, voice, and email
• RCS and the next generation of customer journeys
• Trust, identity, compliance, and U.S. regulatory developments
• Network APIs and the programmable enterprise
• Verification and trust in 2026 political messaging
• Silicon Valley startups reshaping enterprise communications

Connect. Collaborate. Innovate. Shape the future of enterprise communications. This event is supported by Bandwidth Inc., The Campaign Registry, ClearSky Technologies, Textla, Sinch, TexterID, Telgorithm, Interop Technologies, and Avtal.

▪MEF MEET UP San Jose, CA

The wow-factor MEF MEET UP at the legendary Ghost Bar, Las Vegas, has a new spectacular home in San Jose, California, on Tuesday, 6 October 2026, from 18:30 to 23:00 PST!

Network in a stunning three-story venue with indoor and outdoor space in the historic downtown San Jose district, where timeless architecture meets contemporary experience. Eat, drink, dance, connect - we have everything covered so there's no need to leave until late.

Dress Code: cocktail attire/Smart casual.

This event is supported by netnumber Global Data Services.

Be part of the conversation shaping the future of enterprise communications in the U.S. and register here:
▪MEF San Jose Pickleball Charity Challenge 2026:
https://mobileecosystemforum.com/event/mef-san-jose-pickleball-charity-challenge-2026/

▪MEF CONNECTS Enterprise Communications USA 2026:
https://mobileecosystemforum.com/event/mef-connects-enterprise-communications-usa/

▪MEF Meet-up San Jose 2026:
https://mobileecosystemforum.com/event/mef-meet-up-san-jose/

29/09/2026

WhatsApp Puts a Price on Customer Support: What Meta’s October Changes Mean for Business Messaging

WhatsApp is approaching another change in how businesses manage customer conversations, with new pricing rules set to take effect in October. The shift brings renewed attention to the economics of business messaging and the role of different channels in customer engagement. MEF CEO Dario Betti explains how WhatsApp’s latest move fits into the changing messaging landscape.

Read the full article here: https://mobileecosystemforum.com/2026/09/28/whatsapp-puts-a-price-on-customer-support-what-metas-october-changes-mean-for-business-messaging/

28/09/2026

Introducing MEF Super Com; a brand new networking exhibition showcase in London from MEF!

Join us on 18 November 2026 at Town Hall King's Cross, London [opposite St Pancras International Station] for a new expo and networking event bringing together the mobile ecosystem for a day of connections, conversations and business opportunities.

Showcase your company for free! The Networking & Expo Pavilion will feature dedicated tables where companies can showcase their business and connect directly with attendees.

Reserve your table now. Tables are currently available free of charge until 2 November, subject to availability, and are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. You can also invite a partner company to join you.

📍 Town Hall London
📅 18 November 2026 | ⏰ 10:30–18:00 GMT

Want to showcase your brand or join us as a delegate? Register here now:
https://mobileecosystemforum.com/event/mef-super-com-london/

Get in touch with the MEF team: [email protected]