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Trevor Skinner - GSMA
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Senior Director, Digital Marketing @GSMAGlobal | Kentish Man thriving in Belfast 🌍 | Passionate about #MWC26, #Digital, #AI, #Accessibility, #Autism, #STEAM, Equestrian and supporter of Tottenham Hotspur & Ulster Rugby
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Latest research from the @gsma.com found European policymakers could ease investment pressure on the region’s mobile operators by reforming spectrum pricing and renewal rules, potentially unlocking up to €30 billion for network upgrades.

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GSMA flags €30B opportunity through spectrum shake-up
The GSMA revealed that European policymakers could unlock up to €30 billion for network upgrades by reforming spectrum pricing.
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December 9, 2025 at 4:32 PM
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UNICEF and GSMA launched the Africa Taskforce on Child Online Protection (COP), the first of its kind, to strengthen children’s safety, rights and wellbeing in the digital world.

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UNICEF and GSMA Unite with Partners to Launch Africa Taskforce on Child Online Protection to Safeguard Children in the Digital Age
New Taskforce to Champion Child Safety and Rights in Africa’s Rapidly Growing Digital Space 22 October 2025, Kigali: UNICEF and GSMA have launched the Africa Taskforce on Child Online Protection (C…
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October 22, 2025 at 4:36 PM
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LIVE FROM #MWC25 LAS VEGAS:
GSMA CMO Lara Dewar kicked off the event by highlighting how the first Apollo moon landing 50 years ago served as a blueprint for today’s telecommunications
industry.

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GSMA CMO hails first moon landing as blueprint for telco
GSMA CMO Lara Dewar highlighted how the first Apollo moon landing 50 years ago served as a blueprint for today’s industry.
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October 15, 2025 at 3:43 PM
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EC sets aside €1B to fuel AI across industry www.mobileworldlive.com/ai-cloud/ec-...

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EC sets aside €1B to fuel AI across industry
The European Commission unveiled a €1.1 billion pot to fund AI uptake across a range of sectors in the continent.
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October 9, 2025 at 7:13 AM
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Nokia supercharges digital twin with AI platform www.mobileworldlive.com/nokia/nokia-...

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Nokia supercharges digital twin with AI platform
Nokia expanded its Network Digital Twin platform with an AI feature to investigate issues across industrial private wireless networks.
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October 9, 2025 at 7:11 AM
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#MWC25 Barcelona generated a jaw-dropping €561 million boost for the local economy, up from €502 m in 2024. With 109k+ global attendees & 2.9k exhibitors, it truly energised the city - from jobs to hospitality, logistics to retail #GSMA

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GSMA MWC25 Barcelona contributed €561 million to the Barcelona economy
Once again generating over half a billion euros of economic impact, MWC25 also created over 13,000 part-time jobs 13 June 2025, London – MWC25 Barcelona contributed an estimated €561 million to the Ba...
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June 13, 2025 at 1:21 PM
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Exciting news! GSMA and Samsung are revolutionising voice call connectivity over 4G and 5G networks. This collaboration aims to enhance call quality and reliability for users worldwide.

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#GSMA #Samsung #5G #VoLTE #MobileInnovation
GSMA and Samsung Partner to Enhance Voice Call Connectivity Through 4G and 5G Networks
The GSMA Industry Services team is powering interoperability testing and Network Settings Exchange initiatives to ensure seamless global VoLTE rollout for Samsung  April 30th, 2025, London – The GSMA ...
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April 30, 2025 at 8:48 AM
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Exciting times ahead for the mobile industry! @gsma.com new Director General, Vivek Badrinath, shares his vision for the future in this exclusive @mobileworldlive.com interview.

Watch now: www.mobileworldlive.com/gsma/intervi...

#GSMA #MobileIndustry #Connectivity #Leadership #MobileWorldLive
Interview: Vivek Badrinath, GSMA
In an exclusive, Mobile World Live's Justin Springham sits down with Vivek Badrinath, GSMA’s new director general, in his first media interview since taking over from Mats Granryd. We get an insight i...
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April 10, 2025 at 11:37 AM
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The GSMA ( @gsma.com ) forecasts that mobile tech will add $2 trillion to China's GDP by 2030—that’s 13% of the economy.

Mobile is a cornerstone of growth, driven by 5G, AI & digital innovation.

More: www.gsma.com/newsroom/pre...

#GSMA #5G #MobileEconomy #China
GSMA Forecasts Mobile will Add $2 Trillion to China’s Economy by 2030
Following MWC25 Barcelona and ahead of MWC25 Shanghai, GSMA leaders share insights at the Post-MWC Sharing Event in Beijing  10 April 2025, Beijing: Ahead of its Post MWC Sharing Event in Beijing, the...
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April 10, 2025 at 8:32 AM
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A significant milestone for the mobile industry:

🌍 2 billion+ registered Mobile Money accounts
📈 640 million monthly active users
💵 $1.5 trillion processed annually

Full release from @GSMA: www.gsma.com/newsroom/pre...

#MobileMoney #FinancialInclusion #DigitalFinance #GSMA
Mobile Money Surpasses Two Billion Registered Accounts and Over Half a Billion Monthly Active Users Globally
8 April 2024, London: Mobile money reached two significant milestones in 2024, surpassing two billion registered accounts and over half a billion active monthly users across the globe. The industry to...
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April 8, 2025 at 8:25 AM
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@mobileworldlive.com Kavit Majithia has all the action from Tuesday at #MWC25

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MWC25 Barcelona: Day 2 highlights
Kavit Majithia has all the action from Tuesday at the big show.
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March 5, 2025 at 8:29 AM
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A bold new vision for digital gender equality!

The EQUALS Global Partnership unveils an ambitious mission to bridge the digital gender divide by 2035

Join the movement for a more inclusive digital future. Learn more: www.gsma.com/newsroom/pre...

#MWC25
EQUALS Global Partnership Unveils Bold New Vision and Mission to Achieve Digital Gender Equality by 2035
100 million women and girls to actively join the digital economy within the next decade  4th March 2025, Barcelona: The EQUALS Global Partnership for Gender Equality in the Digital Age reaffirmed its ...
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March 4, 2025 at 2:21 PM
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The GSMA and the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology proudly present MWC Doha – the newest addition to the MWC family!

Be part of the future of connectivity. Register your interest today: www.mwcdoha.com

#MWC25 #MWCDoha #GSMA
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With the success of M360 MENA we're upscaling our ambition by delivering the complete experience of MWC to the region. Join us 25 – 26 November, Doha…
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March 4, 2025 at 1:38 PM
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The future of tech is unfolding at #MWC25!

Join us for Keynote 7: Tech Game Changers at 9:30 AM CET and discover the innovations shaping tomorrow. Don't miss insights from industry leaders driving the next big leap.

📺 Watch live: www.mwcbarcelona.com/agenda/sessi...
Keynote 7:… Mar 4, 2025 09:30-11:00
Join some of the most influential tech visionaries shaping our future as they share exclusive insights into the groundbreaking innovations transforming…
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March 4, 2025 at 8:07 AM
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The @gsma.com & N50 Project are partnering to offer 100+ scholarships to advance global digital literacy. This initiative will equip communities with essential digital skills, driving connectivity & opportunity for all

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#MWC25
GSMA and N50 Project Partner to Offer Over 100 Scholarships to Advance Global Digital Literacy
GSMA Advance training will empower communities worldwide with cutting-edge digital training and skills development  4 March 2025, Barcelona: The GSMA today announced the launch of a new skills trainin...
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March 4, 2025 at 7:32 AM
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Catch the Day 1 highlights of #MWC25 with @mobileworldlive.com Justin Springham as he showcases all the most significant moments from the world’s largest mobile tech show!

📺 Watch now: www.mobileworldlive.com/gsma/mwc25-b...

#MWCBarcelona #TechHighlights #GSMA
MWC25 Barcelona: Day 1 highlights
Justin Springham has all the action from Monday at the world's biggest mobile tech show.
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March 4, 2025 at 7:24 AM
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Welcome to Day 2 of #MWC25!

Did you miss yesterday’s keynote sessions? No worries! Catch up on all the big ideas, bold innovations, and industry-shaping discussions anytime on our website.

📺 Watch now: mwcbarcelona.com/agenda?date=...

#GSMA #MWCBarcelona #FutureTech #KeynotesOnDemand
March 4, 2025 at 6:58 AM
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The GSMA, Fira de Barcelona, Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya & Mobile World Capital are teaming up for a groundbreaking technology showcase at the iconic Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya!

#MWC25 #Motorsport #Barcelona #MotorsportTech

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GSMA, Fira Circuit and Mobile World Capital Announce Partnership for New Technology Showcase at Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya
Iconic motorsports venue to host connected and autonomous vehicle demonstrations and smart technology fan experiences 3 March 2025, Barcelona: GSMA today announced an exciting three-year partnership w...
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March 3, 2025 at 3:44 PM
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The @gsma.com announces strategic partnerships to accelerate innovation and connectivity in the automotive and aviation industries. From smarter mobility to next-generation air travel, these collaborations are set to transform the future.

Read more: www.gsma.com/newsroom/pre...

#MWC25
GSMA Announces Strategic Partnerships to Drive Innovation and Connectivity in the Automotive and Aviation Industries
5G Automotive Association, JASPAR, Outsight, Safran Passenger Innovations and Seamless Air Alliance embark on journey with GSMA to accelerate new connectivity services  3 March 2025, Barcelona – The G...
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March 3, 2025 at 12:23 PM
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Driving Europe’s Digital Future: Leadership in Action

Join Shaun Collins, CC Insight & the CEOs of Europe’s leading mobile operators to discuss how Europe can lead in digital innovation, connectivity, & AI - 3.15 pm CET

#vodafone #Orange #MWC25 #Telefonica #DT

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Keynote 4:… Mar 3, 2025 15:15-15:45
In a pivotal dialogue at MWC 2025, the CEOs of Europe’s leading mobile operators come together to confront the challenges facing the continent’s digital…
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March 3, 2025 at 11:18 AM
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Don't miss the Opening Keynote of #MWC25!

Visionary leaders will discuss how Open Gateway is redefining the telecom industry and revolutionising operators’ roles in the value chain.

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#MWCBarcelona #FutureTech #OpenGateway #Keynote
Keynote 1: The… Mar 3, 2025 09:30-10:45
We are living in an era where connectivity is the lifeblood of modern society, underpinning every facet of our lives. By 2025, 5G will account for 1.2…
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March 3, 2025 at 8:08 AM
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Mobile operators drive global connectivity, investing 85% of the total spend on mobile internet infrastructure!

A new report from @gsma.com reveals how investments shape digital inclusion's future.

🔗 Read more: www.gsma.com/newsroom/pre...

#MobileConnectivity #5G #DigitalInclusion
Mobile operators account for 85% of investments in mobile internet connectivity infrastructure, new GSMA report reveals
Governments should prioritise pro-investment policies to accelerate network expansion and strengthen digital economies  3rd March 2025, Barcelona: Mobile Network Operators make 85% of the total invest...
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March 3, 2025 at 6:21 AM
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Day 1 at @gsma.com #MWC25! The calm before the storm as final preparations wrap up and we get ready to welcome the world to Barcelona. Let the innovation begin!
March 3, 2025 at 6:15 AM
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Watch Mobile for Development’s new video! Since 2008 our work has reached over 260m people by fostering partnerships between innovators, mobile operators, governments, & donors. Discover how #M4D team has been working to unlock the power of digital to address inequalities in our world: gsma.com/m4d
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GSMA Mobile for Development brings together our members, the wider mobile industry and the development community to bring life-enhancing mobile innovation to the underserved.
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February 25, 2025 at 6:39 PM
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@gsma.com held a press conference in Barcelona today to unveil #MWC25 highlights!

With Mats Granryd, Lara Dewar & John Hoffman, we introduced "Converge. Connect. Create." exploring #AI, #5G & #OpenGateway’s impact on mobile.

3-6 March 2025 – Join us!

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MWC25 Barcelona is almost here!
Where innovators, creators & leaders gather to shape the future. Join us next year in Barcelona, 3-6 March 2025
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January 29, 2025 at 1:13 PM