PRESS RELEASE: Sam Media Joins GSMA Open Gateway as Channel Partner to Accelerate Global Telco Innovatio

Amsterdam, November 12, 2025Sam Media, a global leader in digital services and partner of mobile operators worldwide, today announced it has joined the GSMA Open Gateway initiative as an official Channel Partner.

The partnership highlights Sam Media’s support for the Open Gateway initiative.

GSMA Open Gateway is a global framework of common CAMARA network APIs that simplifies access to mobile operator networks.

By providing developers a single point of access to the world’s largest connectivity platform, Open Gateway accelerates service deployment and fosters innovation.

As a GSMA Open Gateway Channel Partner, Sam Media will play a pivotal role in bridging mobile network capabilities with next-generation digital services, helping to fully realize the potential of 5G.

By leveraging the full spectrum of Open Gateway APIs — spanning areas such as identity, security, payments, device intelligence, and network optimization — Sam Media aims to transform how people everywhere access, experience, and engage with digital content.

These APIs will make it easier than ever to deliver richer, faster, and more personalized services to users across the globe.

“Becoming a GSMA Open Gateway Channel Partner is a milestone that perfectly aligns with our mission to simplify access to advanced mobile technologies,” said Alexis Bartelds, CEO of Sam Media. “We’re proud to collaborate with GSMA and its global network of operators to empower developers and enterprises to innovate faster, build smarter, and deliver richer connected experiences to users worldwide.”

Henry Calvert, Head of Networks at GSMA, welcomed Sam Media to the initiative, saying: “Sam Media’s proven expertise in digital content distribution and network integration makes them an invaluable addition to the GSMA Open Gateway ecosystem. Their participation will help accelerate the global adoption of standardized APIs and drive the next wave of telco innovation across markets.”

A Catalyst for the Future of Connectivity

Through this partnership, Sam Media will:

  • Empower operators to monetize network APIs through secure, scalable distribution.
  • Enable developers and enterprises to access telco capabilities in a unified, developer-friendly format.
  • Expand innovation in sectors such as fintech, IoT, entertainment, and immersive technologies.
  • Drive interoperability across regions by championing open standards and cross-operator collaboration.

“Open collaboration is the cornerstone of digital transformation,” added Bartelds. “By joining forces with GSMA and global operators, we’re not just unlocking APIs — we’re unlocking new opportunities for innovation and growth across the entire telecom ecosystem.”

The global GSMA Open Gateway initiative now unites more than 80 mobile operator groups, representing 292 mobile networks and over 80% of all mobile connections worldwide.

Empowering digital products and services with seamless, secure access to digital services, across borders and providers.

About Sam Media

Sam Media is a global technology company enabling seamless digital experiences across mobile networks.

Through innovation in API orchestration, media delivery, and operator partnerships, Sam Media bridges the gap between telecom infrastructure and digital content ecosystems in over 40 markets worldwide.

About GSMA Open Gateway

The GSMA Open Gateway is a global initiative that provides developers and enterprises with universal access to mobile networks through standardized APIs.

Backed by the GSMA and leading operators, it enables secure, interoperable digital services that drive innovation across communications, fintech, IoT, and beyond.

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