Be there in Cape Town next week to add your voice and insights. Register now to help shape Africa’s digital future here: https://t.co/l8JDHLPiJs #Insight #interaction #Impact

At the MEF Leadership Forum Africa in Cape Town, experts will explore how these forces are shaping the next chapter of growth and how Africa can define its own digital future.

Africa’s telecom industry is entering a new era of innovation and collaboration. As digital services expand and mobile connectivity deepens, leaders across the continent are rethinking how to deliver value, trust, and access.

Should Africa’s telecom future follow global models or local innovation?

Read our public analysis (Blog): https://t.co/7cAjNZEU1y Access the full technical report (MEF Members only): https://t.co/QCV6y7jYW1 #Insight #interaction #Impact

This meeting is a vital opportunity to hear the requirements first-hand, ask questions, and seek critical clarifications on the new compliance framework. We strongly encourage all members—especially Aggregators, Anti-Fraud Vendors, and MNOs—to attend to inform their UK strategy.

Action for MEF Members: @Ofcom will be presenting the consultation at the upcoming MEF Anti-Fraud monthly interest group virtual meeting, taking place on the 20th of November at 16:00 UK time.

This shift toward strict identity verification (KYC/KYT) and Sender ID corroboration will impact the entire value chain and sets a key precedent for regulators globally.

UK Regulatory Update: Mobile Messaging Scams @Ofcom published its crucial consultation, "Combatting Mobile Messaging Scams," on 29 October 2025, proposing mandatory new rules for Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) and business messaging aggregators.

Entry is free. Submit your work by 16 January 2026. Voting closes on 18 February 2026. Do not miss your chance to be part of the MEFFYS 2026 here: https://t.co/uepolQiIW6 #Insight #interaction #Impact

Participating in the MEFFYS offers the opportunity to showcase your achievements to a global audience, gain visibility through extensive media coverage, and earn peer recognition through industry wide voting.

From pioneering solutions to visionary ideas, the MEFFYS 2026 will continue its tradition of recognising those driving meaningful impact across the mobile ecosystem, celebrating innovation not only in technology, but in how it connects, empowers, and transforms our world.

The MEFFYS Awards 2026 are now open for submissions! Following the success of the 20th anniversary celebrations, the MEFFYS will once again bring together the global mobile community to honour excellence, creativity, and innovation across the industry.

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The digital music landscape is changing fast. As streaming evolves with hybrid models and global growth, platforms like YouTube and Spotify signal the next phase of music streaming maturity, explored by MEF CEO Dario Betti.

YouTube’s Music: Signalling Maturity, but Spotify Still Leads the Pack

Matt will discuss how number intelligence and fraud insights help shape and sustain trust in support of Network APIs. Please join us for this informative call. Contact our team at admin@mobileecosystemforum.com to secure your spot! #Insight #interaction #Impact

Join the Mobile Evolution Working Group on November 6th at 4 PM UK Time. This month, we are pleased to welcome Matt Hornsey, Head of Product & Purchasing at @tmtid_limited.

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