Singtel is the first Southeast Asian mobile network operator in the newly-launched GSMA Open Gateway Framework, an interoperable and federated network with open standard application programming interfaces (APIs) that will accelerate the development and growth of services in areas such as fintech, identity, smart mobility, gaming and Web3. According to Singtel, the GSMA Open Gateway Framework will connect digital service providers and mobile network operators across the world and foster the development of network APIs that are open, global and user- friendly for consumption by third-party developers and application providers.
GSMA Open Gateway APIs are defined, developed and published in CAMARA, the open source project for developers to access enhanced network capabilities, driven by the Linux Foundation in collaboration with the GSMA. Working in CAMARA, APIs between telcos and developers can be delivered quickly, using developer-friendly tools and software code.
Potential use cases for the GSMA Open Gateway include autonomous vehicles, for example, supported by the Edge Site Selection and Routing API; fleet management and incident reporting with the Verify Location API; combat financial crime with the SIM Swap API; and facilitate drones, robotics and immersive online gaming, with the Quality on Demand API. Other CAMARA-compliant APIs that will be available as a start include Device Status, Number Verification, Number Verification (SMS 2FA) and Carrier Billing.
Twenty-one global telcos contributed to the development of this global framework, led by GSMA: America Movil, AT&T, Axiata, Bharti Airtel, China Mobile, Deutsche Telekom, e& Group, KDDI, KT, Liberty Global, MTN, Orange, Singtel, Swisscom, STC, Telefónica, Telenor, Telstra, TIM, Verizon and Vodafone.
GSMA said that the new network represents a paradigm shift in the way the telecoms industry designs and delivers services in an API economy world.
Singtel said the framework will standardise access to network capabilities for developers and hyperscalers through Singtel’s Paragon platform, the an all-in-one 5G, multi-access edge computing (MEC) and cloud orchestration platform, and enable seamless universal connectivity to new and existing telco services and immersive technologies. Yuen Kuan Moon, Group CEO, Singtel said that the company is delighted to spearhead a more interconnected global mobile ecosystem with other global telco leaders and GSMA to enable new digital experiences for enterprises and consumers across Singapore and the region.
He said: “Emerging technologies such as Web3, metaverse and 3D communications have great potential for consumers and enterprises. But to catalyse innovation, we need to ensure that every player in the ecosystem – from mobile network operators and hyperscalers to individual developers – can access services and capabilities, and collaborate across a common framework of industry standards and protocols. With the support of our superior 5G network, edge computing capabilities and digital solutions available through a single platform, Paragon, developers and hyperscalers will be able to build innovative solutions, solve complex business challenges or scale their operations.”
“By applying the concept of interconnection for operators to the API economy developers can utilise technology once, for services such as identity, cybersecurity or billing, but with the potential to be integrated with every operator worldwide. This is a profound change in the way we design and deliver services,” said Mats Granryd, Director General of GSMA.
“In 1987, representatives from 13 countries worked together to harmonise mobile voice services and enable roaming, and I believe that 35 years on, GSMA Open Gateway has the potential to deliver a similar impact for digital services.”
Over the next 12 months, the initiative will support engagement via Early Adopter Programmes for developers. It will promote GSMA Open Gateway APIs via developer channels, including Microsoft events such as Ignite and Build; and AWS’ re:Invent.
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