French telcos join Aduna to boost adoption of network APIs

French network operators Bouygues Telecom and Free (iliad Group) are joining the Aduna alliance to accelerate the adoption of common network APIs.

The move sees Bouygues Telecom and Free join Aduna founding partner Orange to unlock digital innovation opportunities across industries by making advanced network capabilities accessible to global developers.

Anthony Bartolo, CEO of Aduna, said: “Aduna is thrilled to be able to provide developers with access to aggregated CAMARA-based network APIs from major operators in France through our developer platform providers.

“By making advanced network capabilities more accessible to developers, we’re fostering innovation that empowers enterprises across France to accelerate their digital transformation and strengthen their competitive advantage.”

The first two network APIs – SIM Swap and KYC (Know Your Customer), built on the CAMARA framework – are slated for launch in France in Spring 2025, pending finalisation of agreements with the French operators. These APIs will offer enhanced security and digital identity verification.

The roadmap also includes additional capabilities such as location verification, network insights, and quality of service, addressing the growing demand for secure and data-driven solutions from enterprises.

Chrystel Abadie Truchet, Head of Strategy, Communication, and Development at Bouygues Telecom, commented: “French major network operators joining forces with Aduna to launch network APIs is a major step in unlocking new digital innovation opportunities across industries in France and beyond.

“Bouygues Telecom is proud to be part of this project with other market leaders such as Free and Orange, and we believe this strategic partnership holds immense potential for driving digital transformation in France and abroad.”

Rui Frazao, CTO at Free – iliad Group, added: “The partnership with Aduna is in line with iliad Group’s strategy to democratise and accelerate the adoption of 5G SA and network APIs by making them accessible to developers and service providers worldwide.”

With the launch of these APIs in France, the operators, through Aduna, are positioning the country as a leader in the global API economy, paving the way for wider adoption across Europe and beyond.

Otilia Anton, Director of Orange LiveNet, said: “Network APIs pave the way to programmable networks for personalised and secure customer experiences leveraging connectivity data. Aduna will play an important role in simplifying global access to CAMARA APIs.

“We are proud of this first commercial exposure of Orange APIs on Aduna contributing to enforcing network APIs’ reach and value proposition for identity and anti-fraud solutions.”

Jean-Marc Racine, Chief Product Officer at Haivision, added: “Haivision has long collaborated with leading communication service providers on how network APIs can enhance and enrich broadcasters’ live contributions over cellular networks.

“We look forward to leveraging the availability of unified CAMARA network APIs in the French market and beyond.”

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