Mobile data stories

Holafly launches an unlimited global eSIM plan at USD $64.90/month, offering seamless mobile data across 160+ countries for frequent travellers.

Nearly half of mobile users worldwide would switch providers for satellite coverage, with 60% willing to pay extra for reliable service beyond traditional dead zones.

Utelize Communications secures multi-million GBP £ investment from BGF to boost product development and expand its managed mobility services nationwide.

Boost Mobile cuts prepaid SIM and refurbished phone prices up to 74% and 15% respectively in Black Friday deals across Australia.

British firm TMT ID secures GBP £30m from BGF to expand real-time age verification and fraud prevention globally, focusing on the US market.

StarHub launches 5G Unlimited+ plans in Singapore offering unlimited local data, global roaming, scam protection and device credits with no contracts.

2degrees offers Kiwis a free seven-day eSIM trial with 15GB, 500 mins, and 100 texts to test its mobile network without switching providers.

Couchbase 8.0 launches enhanced vector search and security features, boosting AI applications with faster, scalable data management and developer-friendly tools.

Boost Mobile marks 25 years in Australia with discounted SIMs and bonus data offers on prepaid plans using the Telstra network until October 2025.

Spark launches the Kids Plan, a NZD $20 monthly mobile plan with parental controls and access to digital parenting resources for families.

A survey finds 82% of Australians fear unexpected roaming fees as over half plan overseas trips, highlighting demand for affordable, reliable mobile data abroad.

Rocket Mobile offers New Zealand's cheapest unlimited data plans, topping the Commerce Commission's value rankings and challenging major network providers.

One New Zealand secures 'Best in Test' mobile network award for the fourth year after investing NZD $100 million in 4G and 5G upgrades nationwide.

Mobilise and Gist Mobile unveil a travel eSIM service, providing global data plans and virtual numbers across 180 countries without roaming fees.

Ymobile has launched as the UK's first data-led eSIM MVNO, offering flexible data plans and addressing the environmental impact of traditional SIM cards.

Revolut has launched eSIMs and global data plans in New Zealand, enabling customers to save on roaming costs while travelling to over 100 countries.

Telstra confirms plans to retire its 3G network by 2024 to bolster 4G/5G infrastructure, enhancing coverage and reliability.

NZ's Rocket Mobile launches as a new telecommunication service bringing unlimited data plans, aiming to challenge rival companies' hidden costs.

Battleface, a leading travel insurance provider, has partnered with CELITECH to integrate eSIM technology, revolutionizing travel safety and connectivity.

Spark uses AI-driven decision making to offer tailor-made plans to its customers, ensuring they get the most from their broadband and mobile plans.