Core Insights - Juniper Research announced the winners of the Future Digital Awards for Telco Innovation 2026, recognizing leading companies in various categories including roaming, messaging, networks, and fraud prevention [1][19]. Messaging & CPaaS Innovation - Infobip won Platinum for Best AI Agent Solution and was recognized as CPaaS Provider of the Year [1]. - Tata Communications Kaleyra.ai received Platinum for Customer Data Platform Solution [1]. - Other notable winners include LINK Mobility and Comviva, with multiple awards in messaging solutions [3][5]. Network & Connectivity Innovation - Infobip's AI Agent for WhatsApp Flows & Destination Scoring for WhatsApp won Platinum for Best Cellular IoT Initiative [2]. - BTS's TALKINGbits secured Gold in the same category, showcasing advancements in AI-driven solutions [2][9]. Security & Fraud Innovation - Cellusys was awarded Platinum for Best Roaming Analytics & Fraud Platform, emphasizing the importance of addressing challenges in roaming analytics and fraud [7]. - Enea received Platinum for Best AI-powered Messaging Fraud Detection Solution, highlighting its commitment to secure messaging [15]. - TNS celebrated dual wins for Best Branded Calling Solution and Best Robocalling Mitigation Solution, reinforcing its leadership in voice channel security [16]. Notable Company Statements - Cellusys CEO highlighted the significance of their award in addressing mobile operators' challenges in roaming analytics and fraud [7]. - Sinch's VP emphasized the validation of their AI-powered RCS solution, aimed at enhancing operator capabilities [8]. - Tata Communications' VP noted the importance of their award in reimagining customer engagement through secure messaging platforms [14].