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Welcome to your Q3 2025 round-up from the GSMA 5G Futures Community.
This edition shares the latest developments shaping the 5G ecosystem and a look ahead at what’s next.
One of the standout moments this quarter was the Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTNs) Community’s exhibit at World Space Business Week. Alex Sinclair, GSMA’s Chief Technology Officer, joined a fireside chat on the transformative potential of NTNs, and during the week the GSMA Foundry renewed collaboration with the European Space Agency (ESA) for another two years, an important step in advancing satellite-terrestrial integration.
You’ll find more insights, updates, and opportunities to engage with the Community in this newsletter. | |
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Kind regards,
Henry Calvert,
Head of Networks, GSMA | | | |
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World Space Business Week | | |
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Strengthening NTN & MNO relationships |
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At World Space Business Week 2025 in Paris, the GSMA NTN Community showcased its growing impact. GSMA CTO Alex Sinclair and GSOA’s Isabelle Mauro discussed the future of satellite-NTN integration, while we renewed our ESA partnership to drive innovation. Members connected at our stand and at an exclusive reception, with strong engagement from MNOs, satellite operators, vendors, and policymakers reinforcing our shared vision: uniting terrestrial and non-terrestrial networks. |
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Bridging the connectivity gap with Non-Terrestrial Networks | | |
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Watch the NTN community webinar |
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Missed our live session last week? You can now watch the GSMA NTN Community webinar on-demand. Explore how NTNs are reshaping global connectivity, driving innovation, and enabling seamless integration with terrestrial networks. Get key insights on device readiness, roaming, and commercial adoption. |
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Connect with peers in the NTN community |
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Be part of the GSMA NTN Community, where mobile operators, satellite players, and vendors come together to shape the future of connectivity. Gain exclusive access to insights, case studies, events, and member discussions, all driving the integration of terrestrial and non-terrestrial networks worldwide |
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Help shape next-gen intelligent and open networks |
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During September, we launched the new GSMA 6G Community, dedicated to advancing communication and automation, delivering scalable solutions that help future networks meet evolving needs. Visit the website to learn more and join the community today. |
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5G Future Summit |
Tue 25 Nov | 11:15 – 13:15 AST | Rose Stage
At MWC Doha, leaders from operators, equipment providers, and industry partners will discuss how 5G Standalone underpins 5G-Advanced applications and services, shaping the future of operator networks. The two-hour session will explore how high-performance, low-latency, and reliable connectivity in Standalone networks enables automation, enhances customer experience, and unlocks new revenue streams. |
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Thought leadership roundtables |
25 - 26 November
Over two days, GSMA community leaders will convene with Gulf-region experts in exclusive roundtables covering 5G Standalone optimisation, smart infrastructure , NTN integration, the AI momentum, and private 5G networks. These discussions will highlight how Asia Pacific and MENA are driving global interest in network commercialisation at the mid-point of the 5G era. |
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NTN Summit |
Wed 26 Nov | 14:15 – 16:45 AST | Falcon Stage
Momentum in telco-satellite convergence is accelerating, with commercial launches, device readiness, and ecosystem maturity reshaping global connectivity. This summit will explore revenue models, IoT potential, disaster response use cases, and 3GPP advances as operators and satellite players collaborate to extend coverage, unlock new markets, and prepare for the future of NTN integration. |
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Open Gateway Summit |
Wed 26 Nov| 12:30-14:30 AST | Pearl Stage
Join the Open Gateway Summit to explore the monetisation of network APIs and their role in combating fraud and enabling programmable networks using advanced APIs. Key sessions will focus on how industry thought leaders are innovating using identity management, anti-fraud, and advanced network APIs. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from industry leaders and drive innovation in your business. |
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The MENA region embraces 5G Standalone | | |
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Unlocking $127 billion enterprise revenue opportunity |
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5G Standalone is driving new operator service innovations across MENA, but how are they driving new revenue? Barbara Pareglio, Technical Director at GSMA, weighs in ahead of MWC Doha this November. |
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Speeding up 5G Standalone progress |
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To accelerate the full potential of 5G, mobile operators must invest in 5G Standalone (SA) core infrastructure. Just over 20% of operators with live 5G networks have launched commercial 5G SA networks, leaving others at risk of falling behind in the new industrial revolution. The leaders will be those who act now, building networks ready for AI, automation and open APIs.
Read the report, “Destination Growth: The Journey to Complete 5G” for further insights on the pathway to 5G SA deployment, and join us at the 5G Future Summit during MWC Doha for the launch of the next report in the series. | |
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Access releases from GSMA Working Groups | | |
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Operator Platform Group |
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The GSMA Operator Platform Group’s latest specifications set a robust framework for standardising developer access, boosting interoperability, network programmability, and accelerating API monetisation and adoption. |
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RCS Working Group |
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The GSMA RCS Working Group released Universal Profile 3.1 this quarter, a major step in the RCS evolution. It improves connectivity, media quality, and service flexibility, with a stronger client-to-operator connection that makes messaging more seamless and reliable. |
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Join MWL for Unwrapped: The 5G Evolution | | |
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Unwrapped: The 5G Evolution |
11-13 Nov | Free online event
Join Mobile World Live online from 11–13 November for Unwrapped: The 5G Evolution. Hear from experts at Red Hat, Mavenir, Globalstar, BMC Helix, ST Engineering, and Kratos as they explore AI, Satellite & NTN, eSIM, Consumer Services, and Open 5G. Don't miss this unique opportunity to learn from pioneers and preeminent authorities. |
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MWC26 Barcelona sponsorship opportunities | | |
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Lead the conversation at MWC26 |
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We’re seeking brand partners for the 5G Future Summit at MWC Barcelona to showcase innovative network solutions and services to leaders from across the industry. Gain global exposure, demonstrate expertise, and lead the conversation among MNOs, tech developers, cloud providers, and industry innovators. Contact us to get involved. |
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