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Who we are<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Explore our history, technology and sustainability<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The GSMA was formed to ease cooperation, uphold standards and support interoperability between those using Global System for Mobile (GSM) technology. Today, our role has grown to include unifying the entire connectivity ecosystem, driving sustainability initiatives and fostering innovation for a better world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Our history<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Explore our history through a timeline that highlights key moments in the mobile communication industry\u2019s past.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Our technology<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The GSMA was created to support those using GSM \u2013 the technology that unified mobile communications by enabling the first global digital network.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Sustainability<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Committed to achieving sustainability in everything we do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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GSMA Foundation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Brings together mobile operators, donors and the international development community for projects that support underserved and vulnerable populations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

GSMA Foundation<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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