Read more about this research: o8 Mobile Payments_press release
Over 4,000 Government services from over 50 government departments and third party providers have been integrated into MobileOne. The service also allows citizens of Karnataka to make secure payments for services, application or registrations via multiple payment modes. And MobileOne is available to over 65 million citizens across multiple mobile touchpoints whether that’s SMS, IVR, USSD, mobile web or mobile apps (iOS & Android). And on its first day alone the service has been used by over 100,000 citizens!
For the full press release please read: IMImobile_delivers_Karnataka_MobileOne
A study commissioned by PhonepayPlus shows that there is potential for mobile operator billing for digital content and services to grow to c. £500 million and gain a 4% UK market share of micropayments.
Non-Adult entertainment products account for over 80% of digital products and services sold in the UK. Major App stores and operating system platforms such as iOS and Android have a strong influence over how digital content is monetised and consumed, but the study identifies opportunities for mobile operators who wish to play a significant part in the micropayments eco-system.
The study shows that strategic positioning and development of operator billing, operating under the generic name of charge to mobile in the UK is required to ensure that it has a key role to play by bringing in digital inclusion of consumers and through its low friction interfaces such as Payforit.
The report is available from PhonepayPlus on this link
Through txtNation’s direct mobile operator connectivity in Finland, we have further added to billing functionality by releasing header enrichment options.
Available across several mobile networks in Finland; Elisa, Saunalahti and Sonera:
To read the full press release with the details of this exciting acquisition please read here: PR_IMImobile_Acquires_TextLocal
