Farouk Tabbal, eSIM Product Director at Monty Mobile, authored an expert opinion piece published in The Fast Mode, examining how eSIM technology is reshaping the way travelers access mobile connectivity.

In the article, Tabbal argues that connectivity is becoming a platform capability rather than a standalone product, distributed through the travel and digital platforms consumers already use, such as airline booking sites, travel management platforms, and banking apps, rather than sold directly by mobile operators. He points to global eSIM smartphone penetration reaching 5% by the end of 2025, with growth expected to double to 10% by the end of 2026 and again in 2027, and argues that operator success in this shift will depend on API capabilities, remote SIM provisioning, and integration speed.

Read the full article: Passport, Tickets, Money, eSIM: How Roaming Found a New Home, The Fast Mode