Category: News

Bouygues Telecom and iBASIS sign long-term, strategic partnership for International Voice, IPX, Wholesale Roaming Services and jointly launch Roaming Office.

iBASIS, a leading global provider of communications solutions for operators and digital players worldwide, and Bouygues Telecom, one of France’s major mobile network operators, today announced the signing of a strategic partnership covering international Voice, IPX, and Roaming commercial services.
Under the agreement, Bouygues Telecom grants iBASIS exclusivity for all international voice wholesale and IPX services, as well as a managed roaming services contract under which iBASIS will take over Bouygues Telecom’s roaming negotiation and operational management activities.

ALWAYS CONNECTED SELECTS iBASIS TO LAUNCH NEW TRAVEL eSIM services

iBASIS, a leading global provider of communications solutions for operators and digital players worldwide, today announced that Always Connected has selected its solution to launch a new eSIM-based service. Building on a successful relationship in global connectivity, the partnership enables Always Connected to enter a fast-growing market through iBASIS’ Travel eSIM Platform, a comprehensive solution designed to support Consumer and Enterprise Mobility use cases.

From Food Trucks to Finish Lines: The Digital Infrastructure Behind Team Visma | Lease a Bike

When the peloton rolls through the mountain passes of the Giro d’Italia or sprints toward the finish line on the Champs-Élysées, the attention of millions is fixed on the riders. But behind every podium finish stands an invisible infrastructure of people, logistics, and technology, all of it held together by one quiet but critical thread: connectivity.

Keeping Mobile Network Users Connected at the G7 Summit

From 12 to 18 June 2026, Évian-les-Bains became the centre of global attention as world leaders gathered for the G7 Summit, which meant that 5000 to 6000 participants came to the small town at Lake Geneva. For mobile network operators, such a high-stakes event comes with unusual pressure – users like politicians, journalists, security personnel etc. expect uninterrupted services to do their jobs.

Expanding to West Coast: iBASIS Launches New IPX PoP in Seattle

At iBASIS, expanding our global network is all about staying closer to where our customers need us most. That’s why we’re excited to share the launch of our newest IPX Point of Presence (PoP) in Seattle USA, a key milestone in our ongoing network expansion journey.

Why Cloud Numbering Is Becoming More Complex

As global regulators tighten numbering rules to combat fraud, cloud numbering is becoming increasingly complex for operators and CPaaS providers. Focusing on the stringent new requirements in France, we explore how mandatory ownership and authentication are reshaping compliance and how iBASIS provides a robust solution to navigate these operational challenges.

Tampnet Strengthens Offshore Connectivity by Selecting iBASIS full Roaming IPX Suite

The partnership between Tampnet and iBASIS supports the rapid growth of the non-terrestrial connectivity market by enabling reliable roaming across offshore and maritime environments. It also prepares for rising offshore data usage through Roam Like Home, making mobile connectivity at sea more accessible, predictable and cost-efficient for users.

iBASIS 2025 ESG Report: Upholding the Commitment to “Sustaining Tomorrow, Today”

Our commitment to “Sustaining Tomorrow, Today” guided a strong ESG progress in 2025. Throughout 2025, we maintained our focus on minimizing our environmental impact, promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace, reinforcing governance structures, and making a meaningful contribution to the communities we serve.

iBASIS completed the acquisition of Telstra International’s Global Voice, IPX, and Messaging Wholesale assets.

On February 27, iBASIS will finalize its acquisition of Telstra International’s wholesale voice, IPX and messaging assets— expanding across the Asia‑Pacific region, accelerating growth, and affirming its market validation as the independent specialist trusted to master complex global communications.

Securing Global Messaging Traffic: iBASIS Continues to Combat Fraud with Support for the COIN Initiative

SMS phishing has surged in recent years. Fraudsters often spoof alphanumeric Sender IDs to impersonate trusted brands, tricking consumers into sharing sensitive data.

iBASIS Awarded “Excellent” Rating for 2025 GLF Code of Conduct — Five Years of Leadership in Fraud Prevention

iBASIS has been awarded an “Excellent” rating for the 2025 Global Leaders’ Forum (GLF) Code of Conduct – Voice, reaffirming its leadership in protecting customers, partners, and the integrity of international communications.

Roaming Hub-Breakout: The Low-Latency Engine Behind Connected Mobility

By 2030, up to 95% of all new vehicles will be connected, according to McKinsey*. These aren’t just cars with navigation or apps. They are software-defined platforms on wheels, constantly exchanging data, receiving updates, transmitting diagnostics, and increasingly interacting with smart infrastructure and other vehicles.

Protecting Trust in SMS: How iBASIS Supports ComReg’s Initiative Against Fraudulent Messaging in Ireland

SMS scams are eroding trust in mobile communications. In 2024 alone, Ireland alarmingly reported that 80% of Irish people were targeted by fraudulent SMS messages, leading to an estimated €115 million in annual losses for consumers and businesses. (Source: Censuswide/Europe Economics)

iBASIS Strengthens APAC Footprint with New Tokyo IPX PoP

iBASIS today announced the establishment of a new Point of Presence (PoP) in Tokyo, Japan—its 14th worldwide and third in the Asia-Pacific region.

iBASIS’ Patrick George: Architect of Wholesale Consolidation

This quarter, MEF CEO Dario Betti sat down with Patrick George, CEO of iBASIS, to discuss one of the biggest developments in wholesale telecom: iBASIS’ deal with Telstra to take over its international wholesale assets.

Powering the Summer of Roaming: How iBASIS Delivered Seamless Connectivity in Summer 2025

Every summer marks a defining moment for roaming business. As millions of travelers take to the skies, mobile roaming and signaling networks face surging traffic demands, from live streaming major global events to enabling seamless connectivity for smart devices on the move.

iBASIS and XLSMART Announce Strategic Management Service Agreement to Manage International and Domestic Mobile Authentication Traffic

iBASIS and PT XLSMART Telecom Sejahtera Tbk (XLSMART) today announced the signing of a Management Service Agreement designed to enhance the efficiency and security of Mobile Authentication traffic delivered into the XLSMART network.

Connected Worldwide During the Cycling Season

From the cobblestones of Flanders, to the rolling hills of Tuscany and the Champs-Élysées in Paris, Team Visma | Lease a Bike races and trains across Europe throughout the cycling season.