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LATIN AMERICA NEWSLETTER | SEPTEMBER 2018 |
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Highlights of Latin American participation at #MWCA18 | | |
Mobile and video convergence takes center stage at Latin American Media & Convergent Services Summit |
Key figures in telecommunications, the media and startups analysed the rise of mobile entertainment and how it is driving the creation and distribution of new local content. “Disruptive projects promote the emergence of brand-new value chains, creating jobs in the region,” said Sebastián Cabello, Head of Latin America, GSMA. | | |
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Fireside Chat on gender topics in the mobile sector |
Ahead of the W20 Summit, Rachel Samrén (Millicom), Andrea Rey (Ernst & Young) and Paula Ferrari (GSMA) highlighted the potential of mobile technology for women’s labour inclusion. |
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GSMA supports SDG #5: Gender equality | | |
W20 Summit: The GSMA concludes a year of leading the agenda for digital inclusion of women |
After a process of international dialogue, the G20 engagement group will complete its Final Communiqué and deliver it to Argentine President, Mauricio Macri, in representation of the leaders of the international forum. The recommendations drawn up by the GSMA as Digital Inclusion Topic Chair will be a key element of the document. Mats Granryd, Director General, GSMA, will be taking part in the public sessions of the summit. | | |
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Closing the mobile gender gap must be a priority |
Mobile technology is spreading rapidly, but it is not spreading equally. GSMA & W20 are urging for measures to be taken so that women are not left behind. |
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In Rwanda, the future is female |
A new #CaseForChange story shows how the women of Rwanda are using their digital skills to benefit their lives and enrich their communities. |
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The next government must define how the country can be integrated into the digital economy |
Ahead of the October elections, the GSMA delivered public policy recommendations to candidates, outlining how to maximise the benefits of digitisation. |
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Technology and connectivity megatrends to be discussed at Futurecom |
Latin America Strategy & Innovation Forum (LSIF) will meet at this event in Brazil to anticipate developments in artificial intelligence, 5G and IoT in the country. |
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#M360LATAM: regional mobile ecosystem meeting | | |
Plenary #47 is nearly here: Latin American operators renew their support for combined growth |
During Mobile 360 Series – Latin America, #47 Plenary Meeting of GSMA Latin America will take place, where - for the second time this year - operators will come together to discuss key industry topics.
With 20 years of history and meetings in 26 cities in 19 countries, the plenary meeting is both a product and a reflection of the growth experienced in the Latin American market. Since 2003, it has also been the framework for the simultaneous meeting of the region’s four Working Groups: Wholesale Agreements and Solutions (WASL), Regulatory (REGU), Security and Fraud (SEGF) and Technical and Terminals (TECT). | | |
GSMA participation in regional events | | |
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5th Annual Latin America Spectrum Management Conference |
The importance of roadmaps was one of the points highlighted by Brett Tarnutzer, Head of Spectrum, GSMA, and Lucas Gallitto, Public Policy Director, GSMA Latin America, at the Global Forum event held on 5 and 6 September in Buenos Aires. |
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Digital Revolution at Centro Argentino de Ingenieros |
“The Internet of Things is the foundation for Smart Cities,” said Alejandro Adamowicz, Technology Director, GSMA Latin America, at the closure of the meeting on innovation, transformation and digital disruption, on 29 August in Buenos Aires. |
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GSMA Device Map: enhanced knowledge of networks | | |
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As more devices are connected, operators’ information needs increase. GSMA Device Map uses TAC information to provide device intelligence and advanced customer insight. |
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