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Tech Mahindra and Aduna Forge Strategic Partnership to Drive Telco Monetization via Network APIs

July 3, 2025 – Tech Mahindra (NSE: TECHM), a global leader in technology consulting and digital transformation solutions, has announced a strategic alliance with Aduna, a leading global aggregator of network APIs. This collaboration aims to accelerate the adoption of standardized network capabilities and simplify enterprise integration across markets, enabling communication service providers (CSPs) to unlock new Business-to-Business-to-Everything (B2B2X) revenue opportunities through differentiated, on-demand services.

The partnership brings together Tech Mahindra’s deep expertise in network engineering and business transformation with Aduna’s telco-grade platform for exposing and monetizing network APIs. By leveraging Aduna’s unified framework—built on the CAMARA open-source project led by GSMA and the Linux Foundation—developers worldwide can streamline access to APIs from multiple operators, driving innovation and maximizing the potential of programmable networks.

“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,” said Manish Mangal, President and Head – Americas Communications Business, Tech Mahindra. “Our partnership with Aduna exemplifies our commitment to the telecom sector in fostering new business models and enabling revenue growth. Together, we have created a robust, pre-integrated solution that combines Tech Mahindra’s delivery expertise with Aduna’s standardized API platform, allowing faster deployment, operational agility, and increased consumption of network capabilities like identity, security, and location. This joint offering empowers CSPs to transition to programmable, API-driven networks and seize new value in the emerging network API economy.”

The co-developed framework is designed for seamless integration with 5G core service-based architectures and supports edge service discovery for real-time programmability, low-latency services, and next-generation customer experiences. Enhanced security and identity management features, including OAuth2, OpenID Connect, role-based access, and rate limiting, ensure secure exposure of network functions. Additionally, AI and ML-powered analytics will support SLA enforcement, usage optimization, and monetization strategies.

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

This alliance strengthens Tech Mahindra’s portfolio in the rapidly growing network API space, positioning it as a strategic innovation partner for CSPs globally. It also marks a significant step toward enabling telcos to commercialize their infrastructure and actively participate in the emerging Network-as-a-Platform (NaaP) economy.

About Aduna
Aduna is a collaborative venture between leading telecom operators and Ericsson, designed to help developers worldwide unlock the full potential of networks through standardized Application Programming Interfaces (APIs). Aduna’s partners include AT&T, Bharti Airtel, Deutsche Telekom, e&, KDDI, Orange, Reliance Jio, Singtel, Telefonica, Telstra, T-Mobile, Verizon, and Vodafone. Developer platform partners include Google Cloud, Infobip, Sinch, and Vonage. Aduna’s unified platform, based on the CAMARA open-source project, fosters industry-wide collaboration and innovation. For more information, visit adunaglobal.com.

About Tech Mahindra
Tech Mahindra (NSE: TECHM) provides technology consulting and digital solutions to enterprises worldwide, driving transformation at scale and speed. With a workforce of 150,000+ professionals in over 90 countries, the company serves 1,100+ clients across industries. Tech Mahindra offers a broad portfolio including IT services, engineering, network services, customer experience, AI & analytics, and cloud solutions. It is the first Indian company to receive the Sustainable Markets Initiative’s Terra Carta Seal for its commitment to a climate-positive future. Tech Mahindra is part of the Mahindra Group, founded in 1945, one of the largest multinational federations of companies.

Source: https://www.techmahindra.com/insights/press-releases/techm-aduna-partner-accelerate-telco-monetization/