The traditional messaging system, SMS, is being replaced in China for a newer and more advanced version. 5G messaging will be released in the Southeast Asian country and will be jointly released by three major telecommunications operators.
According to public announcements by the operators, the telecom companies will be fully upgrading their basic text messaging system that is currently in place. 5G messaging will be a hallmark for innovation and offer a better experience overall. The new system has various advantages which also has direct ties to the users’ identity.
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SMS being replaced will allow users to also have a unified messaging platform. In other words, a universal system that would reduce the need for people to rely on third party messaging applications. The improvements also include an enhanced method of B2C interaction, with a chatbot also being included. 5G messaging will seek to replace the aging SMS system and bring about more modern features in its place.
For those unaware, China is currently looking at the large scale adoption of 5G networking and its mainstream inclusion. This opens up many areas of development, especially in the forms of digital commerce. Thus, a huge market opportunity will also emerge, with payments and transactions being made digitally, becoming a more common occurrence.
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