What 1GLOBAL does

1GLOBAL is a privately held telecommunications platform company founded in 2006 and headquartered in Amsterdam (new global HQ established 2026), with operations across 15 offices in 12 countries and reported 2025 revenue of USD 203 million and USD 26 million profit. The company provides eSIM-based global connectivity, IoT connectivity, regulatory compliance and recording solutions, and white-label embedded telco capabilities, owning proprietary network infrastructure in London, New York, Amsterdam, Sydney, California, and Hong Kong with access to 600+ global carrier networks across 196 countries. Its core technology is a GSMA SAS-SM-certified Remote SIM Provisioning platform combined with an Entitlements Server that supports Apple, Samsung, Google, and GSMA entitlement specifications — the company describes itself as the only provider with full ownership of the entire eSIM ecosystem and the third-largest RSP provider globally. 1GLOBAL was the first technology provider to support eSIM on iPhone through a partnership with Apple in Q4 2018.

The company operates a multi-segment business model. Enterprise connectivity (Voice, SMS, Data) is sold to 3,500 multinational enterprises including 8 of the 10 largest investment banks, with pooled roaming plans delivered on a single global contract. Compliance & Recording serves financial institutions through Verint Communications Analytics integration and Microsoft Teams integration (Message+) for transcription, analytics, and regulatory capture. The Embedded Telco & API white-label product powers fintech and retailer-branded mobile services — five-year exclusive MVNO technology partnerships underpin Revolut Mobile (40M+ end users), Monzo Mobile (14M UK customers), N26 mobile plans in Spain and Germany, and the Lidl Connect MVNO in partnership with Schwarz Group (100M+ Lidl Plus app users). IoT connectivity (2G through 5G and LPWAN, M2M RSP) is sold directly to enterprises including Teltonika, ShareNow/free2move, and SEG Automotive, while consumer travel eSIMs are sold under the BetterRoaming sub-brand.

Revenue is generated primarily through recurring subscription fees on connectivity services, supplemented by licensing/royalty arrangements from white-label MVNO technology partnerships, managed services revenue from the RADCOM ACE network assurance deployment, and transaction-based referral commissions on the BetterRoaming platform. Distribution is omnichannel: enterprise direct sales for compliance and large-account connectivity, API/white-label partnerships for embedded telco, B2B self-service portals for mid-market enterprise, and B2C self-service for consumer travel eSIMs. 1GLOBAL reports 70+ million SIM connections, creation of 15,000 new eSIM profiles daily, and recognition by Counterpoint Research and Kaleido Intelligence as an eSIM enablement leader.

Name

1GLOBAL

Legal name

1GLOBAL Holdings B.V.

Website

https://1global.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2006

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

1GLOBAL is a privately held Amsterdam-headquartered telco platform providing GSMA-certified eSIM connectivity, IoT, compliance recording, and white-label MVNO technology to 3,500 multinational enterprises, fintechs (Revolut, N26, Monzo), retailers (Lidl), and mobile operators across 196 countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Telecommunications Software / eSIM Connectivity Platform

NAICS

Telecommunications Resellers and Agents for Wireless Telecommunication Services (51712), Agents for Wireless Telecommunications Services (517122), Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (518), All Other Telecommunications (517810), Custom Computer Programming Services (541511)

SIC

Services-Telephone Interconnect Systems (7385), Computer Communications Equipment (3576)

akta.pro primary industry

Policy, Access & NAC Administration (AAA/802.1X) (HDAFAMAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Subscriber Identity, Entitlements & Access (SSO, IAM, Paywall) (MPAHAJAB), Out-of-Band & Remote Infrastructure Management (Console/Power/Device Access) (HDAFAMAO), Endpoint & Mobile Asset Management (UEM/MDM Asset Controls) (BPAEAOAI)

Keywords

• ESIM connectivity
• Remote SIM provisioning
• IoT connectivity
• Telecom compliance recording
• Embedded telco platform

Headquarters

HQ city

Amsterdam

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices18 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. SIM/eSIM Connectivity Services: Primary revenue stream from global SIM and eSIM connectivity services. 1GLOBAL operates as regulated MVNO in 9 countries and telecommunications operator in 31 additional countries. Revenue of USD 203 million reported for 2025 with profit of USD 26 million.
2. Compliance & Recording Solutions: Regulatory compliance solutions including Verint Communications Analytics, mobile call transcription, and recording services for financial institutions. Revenue generated through subscription and usage-based pricing for compliance monitoring across EMEA and North America.
3. Embedded Telco / MVNO Platform Licensing: White-label MVNO technology partnerships enabling brands like Lidl, Revolut, N26, and Monzo to offer mobile services. Five-year exclusive technology partnerships with licensing fees and revenue sharing arrangements.
4. IoT Connectivity: IoT SIM and eSIM connectivity for machine-to-machine communication with global coverage. Revenue from connectivity plans and remote SIM provisioning services for IoT deployments.
5. RADCOM ACE Network Assurance: Multi-year agreement with RADCOM for AI-driven network monitoring across 1GLOBAL's global network supporting 43 million connections. Deployment aims to enhance customer experience and reduce operational costs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion4 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

1GLOBAL sells a GSMA-certified eSIM Remote SIM Provisioning and Entitlements Server platform, white-label embedded telco APIs that enable brands to become MVNOs, global cellular connectivity (Voice, SMS, Data) for enterprises and IoT deployments, and a cloud-based Compliance & Recording suite for financial institutions. Its technology powers embedded mobile services for brands such as Lidl, Revolut, N26, and Monzo, and underpins consumer eSIM plans distributed through its BetterRoaming sub-brand.

Product overview

1GLOBAL operates as a platform-plus-modules architecture offering comprehensive telecommunications solutions. The core platform consists of Global Connectivity (Voice, SMS, Data), Remote SIM Provisioning (GSMA-certified eSIM management), Compliance & Recording (regulatory adherence with Microsoft Teams integration), Embedded Telco & API (white-label partner solutions), and Entitlement Server (wearable/device configuration). These core products are supplemented by specialized offerings including SafeRetail POS Connectivity for retail environments and SmartEnterprise Prepaid Data Plans for business travelers. The company also operates BetterRoaming as a B2C sub-brand targeting individual consumers. 1GLOBAL serves enterprises, IoT deployments, mobile operators, financial institutions, and tech/travel companies across 196 countries.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• BetterRoaming: Consumer B2C brand for international roaming services, offering budget-friendly and hassle-free international roaming in over 70 countries
• Lidl Connect

Products and services

• Global Connectivity Unified global Voice, SMS, and Data connectivity service for multinational enterprises with distributed teams, delivered through a single global contract and powered by 1GLOBAL's eSIM technology.
• Remote SIM Provisioning (RSP) Platform GSMA-certified platform enabling mobile operators to generate, host, and install eSIM profiles over-the-air, with M2M RSP for IoT and Consumer RSP for end-user devices.
• Compliance & Recording Cloud-based regulatory compliance solution capturing voice and SMS from in-network traffic and Microsoft Teams, with secure reconciliation for financial institutions and regulated organizations.
• Embedded Telco & API White-label connectivity solution and API enabling partners to sell 1GLOBAL eSIMs under their own brand through their website, app, or on-location, with 1GLOBAL managing network operations and support.
• Entitlement Server Platform enabling mobile operators to automatically register and configure customer devices including Apple Watch, Samsung Galaxy Watch, and iOS features such as VoWi-Fi and iPhone Transfer.
• SafeRetail POS Connectivity Retail connectivity solution providing uninterrupted primary or failover cellular connectivity for in-store point-of-sale systems, eliminating POS network downtime.
• SmartEnterprise Prepaid Data Plans Prepaid 5G business data plans delivering instant mobile connectivity for multinational teams with shared roaming packages covering 160+ countries and no hidden fees.
• BetterRoaming Consumer eSIM Service B2C consumer brand offering budget-friendly and hassle-free prepaid international roaming eSIM data plans for individual travelers in 70+ countries.
• Verint Communications Analytics Cloud-based mobile call transcription and analytics solution integrated with 1GLOBAL's mobile platform, providing near real-time compliance monitoring across 10 international markets with translation from 30+ languages into English.
• Message+ for Microsoft Teams Compliance messaging application that enables users in regulated environments to send and receive SMS and WhatsApp messages via Microsoft Teams, integrating compliant communications into enterprise workflows.

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduce compliance investigation time from weeks to days
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers23 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

AI capability4 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

17 partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and supporting.

• N26coreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing Partner · 17 June 20261GLOBAL powers N26's eSIM mobile plans in Spain using Orange's 5G infrastructure. N26 becomes first digital bank in Germany to offer local mobile plans with calling and mobile data services. Service costs €11.99/month with 150 GB data, unlimited calls/SMS, 20 GB EU roaming.
• MonzocoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing Partner · 28 May 2026Multi-year exclusive partnership for Monzo Mobile eSIM service for UK's 14 million personal customers. 1GLOBAL provides international roaming capabilities while Virgin Media O2 supplies UK network infrastructure. Service offers flexible plans with in-app spend tracking and no hidden fees.
• VerintcoreTechnology or Integration · 20 May 2026Verint Communications Analytics integrated into 1GLOBAL's mobile platform. Cloud compliance solution providing mobile call transcription and analytics capabilities for financial institutions. Supports transcription and translation from 30+ languages into English with near real-time processing across 10 international markets.
• Lidl (Schwarz Group)flagshipOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing Partner · 13 April 2026Five-year exclusive technology partnership where Schwarz Group acquires 9.9% stake in 1GLOBAL. Lidl becomes independent MVNO offering mobile services through partnerships with local mobile network operators. Leverages Lidl's 12,000+ stores and 100 million Lidl Plus app users. Plans to expand MVNO footprint to over 30 countries including UK, US, France, Spain. Development of innovative telco solutions on Schwarz Group's STACKIT cloud platform.
• RevolutflagshipOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing Partner · 16 December 20251GLOBAL enables Revolut to offer mobile data plans through eSIM integration. Expanded from initial launch to Poland and Netherlands markets, with Revolut acting as agent for 1GLOBAL operating the Revolut Mobile eSIM service. Revolut offers eSIMs for over 40 million customers worldwide.
• RADCOMcoreTechnology or Integration · 4 November 2025Multi-year agreement to deploy RADCOM ACE platform across 1GLOBAL's global network supporting 43 million connections across Europe, North America, and Asia. Cloud-native solution with patented load-balancing technology reducing total cost of ownership while delivering real-time AI analytics for voice and data traffic monitoring.
• OrangesupportingTechnology or IntegrationOrange provides 5G infrastructure for N26's mobile service launch in Spain. 1GLOBAL's eSIM technology enables N26 to utilize Orange's network for mobile plans.
• Virgin Media O2supportingTechnology or IntegrationUK network infrastructure provider for Monzo Mobile eSIM service. Committed £700m to network upgrades in 2026. Multi-year exclusive partnership with Monzo, with 1GLOBAL providing international roaming capabilities.
• KPNsupportingTechnology or IntegrationDutch mobile giant collaborated with 1GLOBAL to launch one-click eSIM transfer solution enabling seamless iPhone upgrade with just one click.
• freenetsupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGerman telecommunications provider fully integrating 1GLOBAL embedded telco solutions via API to offer travel eSIM for their 7.5 million users.
• JamfsupportingTechnology or IntegrationPartnership to offer remote device management and connectivity solutions via eSIM for Apple devices, enabling enterprise Apple device deployment with embedded connectivity.
• Jazeera AirwayssupportingOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerFirst airline in MENA region to launch white-labelled eSIM for customers, enabling travelers to stay connected through Jazeera's brand.
• Teltonika TelematicssupportingTechnology or IntegrationPartnership to deliver seamless, global IoT connectivity solutions with eSIM technology at their core for asset tracking applications. 1GLOBAL overcomes challenges of global IoT connectivity for Teltonika's customers.
• ShareNow / free2movesupportingTechnology or IntegrationGlobal car-sharing service partnered with 1GLOBAL for tailored eSIM solution improving global connectivity and simplifying mobile management for their 500-strong team.
• AlivsupportingTechnology or IntegrationPartnership for eSIM journey with comprehensive SaaS software suite. Decision to partner based on functionality, enthusiasm, knowledge and drive of 1GLOBAL.
• ApplecoreTechnology or IntegrationFirst technology provider to support eSIM when introduced on iPhone (Q4 2018). Partnership with Apple for entitlement server deployment including Apple Watch Family Setup in 8 countries. 1GLOBAL is an Apple ecosystem expert guiding operators through entire journey.
• GooglesupportingTechnology or Integration1GLOBAL was one of the few providers with an app for Android-based OEMs, working proactively with Google on eSIM solutions.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Emerging players

• Soracom: Soracom provides cloud-native IoT cellular connectivity with eSIM/SIM management and an integrated developer platform. Comparable to 1GLOBAL's IoT connectivity offering with overlapping developer-friendly APIs and self-service portal.
• Holafly: Holafly is a consumer travel eSIM provider focused on unlimited data plans for international travelers. Comparable to 1GLOBAL's BetterRoaming B2C consumer eSIM offering in target market, pricing model, and distribution.
• Airalo: Airalo is a consumer travel eSIM marketplace serving global travelers with regional and country data plans. Comparable to 1GLOBAL's BetterRoaming B2C consumer brand and overlapping in the embedded travel eSIM ecosystem.
• Hologram: Hologram provides global IoT cellular connectivity with a developer-friendly SIM/eSIM platform for connected device deployments. Comparable to 1GLOBAL's IoT connectivity business and overlapping in self-serve IoT SIM management.

Broad incumbents

• Twilio: Twilio is a broad cloud communications platform with messaging, voice, and emerging connectivity offerings. While not a pure MVNO, it overlaps with 1GLOBAL's enterprise communications and embedded messaging/compliance use cases at much larger scale.

Direct peers

• floLIVE: floLIVE provides global IoT cellular connectivity with a cloud-native platform and operator partnerships for permanent roaming compliance. Directly comparable to 1GLOBAL's IoT connectivity business targeting multinational enterprise deployments.
• Cubic Telecom: Cubic Telecom provides global connected car, IoT, and enterprise eSIM connectivity with a managed platform and embedded telco capabilities. Directly comparable to 1GLOBAL in automotive/IoT eSIM enablement and enterprise managed connectivity.
• Syniverse: Syniverse provides global telecom infrastructure including MVNO enablement, roaming, and messaging services for mobile operators worldwide. It is directly comparable to 1GLOBAL in operating as an intermediary MVNO platform with carrier-grade services.
• BICS: BICS (Proximus subsidiary) provides international wholesale telecom services including MVNO enablement, global IoT connectivity, and roaming. Comparable to 1GLOBAL as a wholesale connectivity and MVNO platform serving MNOs and enterprises across 200+ countries.
• Eseye (formerly Truphone): Eseye is an IoT/M2M cellular connectivity provider offering global eSIM and managed connectivity services with an MVNO platform. Comparable to 1GLOBAL in providing enterprise-grade eSIM-based cellular connectivity and IoT device management.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@1GLOBAL-Telco
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/1global

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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