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LATIN AMERICA
NEWSLETTER NOVEMBER 2017 |
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Transformation of the digital world and networks of the future discussed at Mobile 360 Series – Latin America |
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“Mobile technology is transforming industries in the fourth industrial revolution, driving economic growth, innovation and the creation of new economic opportunities across Latin America,” said GSMA’s Chief Marketing Officer Michael O’Hara during his opening speech at Mobile 360 Series – Latin America. The event brought together the leaders of the Latin American and global digital ecosystem, with more than 800 participants from 32 countries, 43 per cent of them C-level, directors and senior managers. | | |
 “I sincerely thank everyone who took part in another successful Mobile 360 Latin America and helped to make it possible, representing the voice of the industry in the region. Thanks should go in particular to the support of Computers for Education, the National Spectrum Agency, and the Government of Colombia for welcoming us with the We Care campaign and Sustainable Development Goals cocktail reception,” said Sebastián Cabello, Head of GSMA Latin America. |
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The Mobile Economy Latin America and the Caribbean 2017 |
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The mobile ecosystem contributed 5 per cent of GDP in 2016 in economic value. The accelerated adoption of 4G and smartphones was the key to the contribution of the sector. |
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Taxing Mobile Connectivity in Latin America |
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Reducing excessive mobile sector-specific taxation would promote connectivity, economic growth, investment and fiscal stability in the region. |
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Recommendations for modernising Chile’s digital ecosystem |
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The report “Keys to the Modernisation of Digital Ecosystem Regulation in Chile”, outlines fundamental recommendations for the digital agenda of the country’s next president. |
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Mobile ecosystem contribution to the SDGs | | |
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Regional meeting of Latin American Global Compact Local Networks |
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Sebastián Cabello spoke during the panel in which regional CEOs discussed “The business contribution that gives a qualitative leap to achieving the SDGs: the digital economy”. |
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Support from Mexico’s mobile industry after 19S earthquake |
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Amid the chaos, AT&T, Telefónica Movistar and TELCEL gave an example of coordination and readiness to serve and assist the population during this emergency. |
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GSMA at leading regional events | | |
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IoT and big data for digital development |
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The seminar “4th Industrial Revolution: New challenges for productive development”, organised by ECLAC and Uruguay’s Ministry of Industry, Energy and Mining, included the participation of Sebastián Cabello in the session on IoT and Big Data. |
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Mobile industry future and impact |
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Sebastián Cabello took part in the panel on the future of the mobile industry at Red Innova 2017, an inspiring event held in Buenos Aires, Argentina, for large companies, startups, investors and key figures in the digital and startup ecosystem. |
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