Smart Communications, Inc., the wireless arm of PLDT Inc., has secured GSMA Open Gateway certification for its SmartSafe RoamStatus application programming interface (API), as reported by BusinessWorld. The certification covers the Device Roaming Status API, which allows enterprises to determine whether a mobile device is roaming.
The GSMA Open Gateway framework standardizes network APIs, enabling developers and businesses to integrate telecommunications capabilities more easily. With this certification, Smart expands its suite of standardized network APIs for enterprise customers, joining a global initiative aimed at unlocking 5G and network capabilities through common interfaces.
The SmartSafe RoamStatus API can be used for fraud prevention, security monitoring, and personalized services based on roaming status. This development aligns with PLDT and Smart's strategy to offer advanced digital solutions to businesses, leveraging their network infrastructure and partnerships.