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Leading German digital bank N26 incorporates 1GLOBAL eSIM

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N26 is a digital-only bank active across 24 European markets. Since its founding in 2013, N26 has continually expanded in scope to become an all-in-one financial services platform, offering personal banking, ETF and stock investments, and crypto trading, all within a single app.

Now, N26 has further diversified its offering by incorporating eSIM services. N26 customers have the option to purchase eSIM mobile plans for their smartphones directly within the N26 app.

This is made possible by partnering with 1GLOBAL, a leading international telecommunications platform that delivers eSIM and mobile connectivity services for multinational clients worldwide.

A new way to access mobile plans

N26 and 1GLOBAL share a technology-driven outlook that has defined their partnership. The new eSIM integration leverages 1GLOBAL’s eSIM expertise and N26’s app-first user experience to provide reliable, cost-effective local mobile plans to N26 customers.

N26 users can now simply open their app to purchase mobile plans with mobile data, SMS, and voice functionality, including free roaming across the entirety of the EU and EEA.

Crucially, these plans are simple to use and deliver 5G mobile data speeds and great connectivity thanks to the 1GLOBAL core network.

  • No long-term contracts: N26 mobile plans are flexible, without the binding contracts associated with many traditional network providers.

  • Simple to manage: An easy-to-access oversight of mobile usage and spending within the N26 app puts customers in control of their mobile plans, with no paperwork and no physical SIM cards.

  • Instant connectivity: Customers can start using these plans in seconds – all they need to do is open their N26 app, select their desired plan, and get connected. Any payments can be made directly within the app.

Young man holding his phone and looking happy with his N26 mobile plan

The 1GLOBAL impact

This collaboration is made possible by 1GLOBAL’s range of international telecommunications services and API suite. The 1GLOBAL embedded telco service integrates white-labelled connectivity products into existing digital platforms, allowing brands to bolster their digital offering and diversify their product suite while maintaining a unified user experience.

1GLOBAL embedded telco has seen proven successes for a wide range of clients, including airlines, telecoms providers, and fintech businesses. For N26, it allows the platform to increase customer retention and attract new users by rapidly integrating highly specialized telecoms services under its own branding.

The 1GLOBAL product suite is entirely developed in-house, providing a deeper level of eSIM expertise and product flexibility than traditional telecom providers. This enables 1GLOBAL to issue, manage, and monitor eSIMs at high volumes and low costs. For partners, the economy of scale delivered by 1GLOBAL ensures high-quality eSIM connections, rapid go-to-market times, and competitive pricing.

Contact our team directly to learn more about using 1GLOBAL embedded telco services with your business.

About 1GLOBAL

1GLOBAL is a distinguished international provider of specialty telecommunications services catering to Global Enterprises, Financial Institutions, IoT, Mobile Operators and Tech & Travel companies. 1GLOBAL is an eSIM pioneer, a fully accredited and GSMA-certified telco, a full MVNO in ten countries, fully regulated in 42 countries, and covers 190+ countries.

It delivers comprehensive communication solutions that encompass Voice, Data & SMS - all supported by a unique global core network. It’s constantly expanding portfolio of advanced products and services includes White Label eSIMs, Connectivity Solutions, Compliance and Recording, Consumer & M2M SIM Provisioning and an Entitlement Server.

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1GLOBAL is a trading name of TP Global Operations Limited.