Aduna, a global leader in network API aggregation, has announced a strategic collaboration with NTT DOCOMO, Inc., Japan’s leading mobile operator with over 91 million subscribers. Formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding, this partnership aims to expand access to advanced network APIs, driving innovation across Japan’s digital ecosystem.
Aduna and NTT DOCOMO partner to bring network APIs to Japan.
Collaboration supports Japan’s digital transformation initiatives.
Built on CAMARA standards for interoperability and compliance.
Enhances enterprise and developer access to DOCOMO’s network.
Simplifies integration for improved customer experiences.
Expands Aduna’s Asia-Pacific reach in a key digital market.
The collaboration between Aduna and NTT DOCOMO marks a significant milestone in Aduna’s Asia-Pacific expansion. By integrating DOCOMO’s advanced network capabilities into Aduna’s unified platform, the partnership enables enterprises and developers to leverage secure, standards-based APIs. "DOCOMO joining Aduna's platform is a powerful validation of our mission to simplify access to network intelligence at a global scale," said Anthony Bartolo, CEO, Aduna. This initiative supports Japan’s push toward digital transformation, fostering innovation in enterprise services and digital solutions.
Aduna’s platform, built on CAMARA standards developed by the GSMA and Linux Foundation, ensures cross-operator consistency, interoperability, and compliance. This eliminates the need for complex, one-off integrations, offering a scalable interface for enterprises and digital service providers. The partnership simplifies security workflows and enhances customer experiences by providing seamless access to DOCOMO’s robust network infrastructure, one of the largest in Japan with over 91 million subscribers.
Ms. Nobuko Hiraguchi, Senior Vice President, General Manager of Core Network Design Department at NTT DOCOMO, stated, "We are pleased to collaborate with Aduna to make DOCOMO's network capabilities accessible through open and standardized APIs. This initiative supports Japan's broader push toward digital transformation and enables global developers to build innovative services with greater agility and scale." The partnership strengthens Japan’s position as a leading digital market, enabling scalable solutions for industries such as fintech, mobility, and enterprise services.
This collaboration positions Aduna and NTT DOCOMO at the forefront of Japan’s digital evolution, empowering developers and enterprises to create innovative, secure, and efficient solutions. By leveraging standardized APIs, the partnership fosters a programmable and interoperable digital ecosystem, driving growth and transformation across the region.
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, Telefónica, 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.
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