Tech Mahindra and Aduna Partner to Accelerate Telco Monetization Through Network APIs

Tech Mahindra (NSE: TECHM), a leading global provider of technology consulting and digital solutions to enterprises across industries, announced a strategic partnership with Aduna, the global aggregator of network APIs, backed by leading communication service providers (CSPs), to accelerate the adoption of standardized network capabilities and simplify enterprise integration across markets. The partnership marks a significant step forward in the evolution of the telecom API economy, empowering CSPs to capitalize on their investment in programmable networks and unlock new Business to Business to Everything (B2B2X) revenue streams through differentiated, on-demand services.

The partnership will combine Tech Mahindra’s deep expertise in global network engineering and business transformation with Aduna’s unified, telco-grade platform for exposing and monetizing network APIs that will enable developers worldwide to accelerate innovation, Aduna aggregates APIs from multiple operators under a common framework based on the CAMARA open-source project, driven by the GSMA and the Linux Foundation to simplify access, foster collaboration, and unlock the full potential of networks.

Manish Mangal, President and Head – Americas Communications Business, Tech Mahindra, said, “The telecom industry has a significant opportunity to unlock the value of its networks and assets by making them accessible through standardized APIs and transforming connectivity into a platform for innovation. Our partnership with Aduna exemplifies our commitment to the telecom industry in fostering new business models and creating opportunities for revenue growth. Together, we have developed a robust, pre-integrated solution that combines Tech Mahindra’s delivery expertise with Aduna’s standardized API platform to enable faster deployment, operational flexibility, and increased consumption of network capabilities such as identity, security and location. This joint offering empowers CSPs to transition to programmable, API-driven networks and capture new value in the emerging network API economy.”

With seamless integration into 5G core service-based architectures and support for edge service discovery, the jointly-developed framework will be optimized for real-time programmability, low-latency service enablement, and next-generation customer experiences. Additionally, robust security and identity management features, including OAuth2, OpenID Connect, role-based access, and rate limiting, will ensure trusted exposure to network functions. The solution will also offer optional Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML)-driven analytics to support Service Level Agreement (SLA) enforcement, usage-based optimization, and monetization strategies.

Peter Arbitter, Chief Commercial Officer, Aduna, said, “Telecom networks are evolving into programmable platforms, and CSPs need the right tools and partners to unlock their full potential. Through our collaboration with Tech Mahindra, we combine Aduna’s standardized platform with world-class integration capabilities,  that delivers an accelerated path to commercialization and value creations for CSPs. By aligning with global standards, we are enabling telcos to move beyond experimentation and deliver real-world, revenue-generating services.”

The partnership expands Tech Mahindra’s portfolio in the high-growth network API space, strengthening its position as a strategic innovation partner for CSPs. The partnership also signals a bold step forward in enabling CSPs to commercialize their infrastructure and participate actively in the emerging network-as-a-platform (NaaP) economy.

About Aduna

Aduna is a landmark venture between some of the world's leading telecom operators and Ericsson, dedicated to enabling developers worldwide to accelerate innovation by leveraging networks to their full potential via common network Application Programming Interfaces (APIs). Its venture partners include: AT&T, Bharti Airtel, Deutsche Telekom, e&, KDDI, Orange, Reliance Jio, Singtel, Telefonica, Telstra, T-Mobile, Verizon and Vodafone. Aduna’s developer partner platforms include Google Cloud, Infobip, Sinch, and Vonage. By combining network APIs from multiple operators globally under a unified platform based on the CAMARA open-source project, driven by the GSMA and the Linux Foundation, Aduna provides a standardized platform to foster collaboration, enhance user experiences, and drive industry growth.

To find out more about network APIs and Aduna, visit adunaglobal.com.

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About Tech Mahindra

Tech Mahindra (NSE: TECHM) offers technology consulting and digital solutions to global enterprises across industries, enabling transformative scale at unparalleled speed. With 150,000+ professionals across 90+ countries helping 1100+ clients, Tech Mahindra provides a full spectrum of services including consulting, information technology, enterprise applications, business process services, engineering services, network services, customer experience & design, AI & analytics, and cloud & infrastructure services. It is the first Indian company in the world to have been awarded the Sustainable Markets Initiative’s Terra Carta Seal, which recognizes global companies that are actively leading the charge to create a climate and nature-positive future. Tech Mahindra is part of the Mahindra Group, founded in 1945, one of the largest and most admired multinational federation of companies.