Our Cellular IoT research suite provides operators, mobile virtual network operators (MVNOs), and connectivity service providers with extensive analysis and actionable insights into the evolving cellular IoT market. It contains data that enables stakeholders in the market to make informed decisions on their business strategies in the cellular IoT market; covering the development of key disruptive services in the cellular IoT market such as telecommunications Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), satellite or non-terrestrial networks (NTNs), quantum security, eSIMs and iSIMs, and private networks, as well as AI services in cellular IoT such as natural language interfaces, AI inferencing, and AI data analytics.
By reading this report, the audience will benefit from analysis and recommendations on business strategies for the monetisation of cellular IoT; looking at key network technologies such as 5G and Low-Power Wide-Area (LPWA), in addition to how operators and connectivity service providers can begin to expand their business models and offerings to position themselves as technology providers in the market. It also explores the development of business models such as connectivity-as-a-service, and how operators and connectivity service providers can benefit most from these models.
The report includes a Country Readiness Index, providing insight and analysis into which cellular IoT markets will experience the greatest growth over the next five years; allowing stakeholders to effectively understand the current and future status of more than 60 different cellular IoT markets.
The market forecast includes several different options that can be purchased separately, including access to data mapping and a forecast document, a strategy and trends document detailing critical trends in the market, and strategic recommendations for monetising and innovating services in the cellular IoT market.,
The research suite includes a Competitor Leaderboard, which can be purchased separately; containing analysis and market sizing for 15 leading cellular IoT vendors, who each provide platforms for managing cellular IoT connectivity.
Collectively, the suite provides a critical tool for understanding the cellular IoT market. Allowing operators, MVNOs, connectivity service providers, and other stakeholders in the market to optimise their future business strategies and product or service development; providing them with a competitive advantage over their rivals.
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- MARKET TRENDS & STRATEGIES
- 1. Key Takeaways & Strategic Recommendations
- 1.1 Key Takeaways
- 1.2 Strategic Recommendations
- 2. Market Summary
- 2.1 Introduction
- 2.1.1 Definitions and Scope
- Figure 2.1: Types of POS
- 2.1.2 Dedicated POS
- 2.1.3 mPOS
- 2.1.4 Contactless POS
- Figure 2.2: Different POS Technologies
- 2.1.5 Smart POS
- Figure 2.3: Smart POS
- 2.1.6 Biometric POS
- Figure 2.4: Biometric POS Scanning Capabilities
- i. Face Scanning
- ii. Fingerprint Recognition
- iii. Palm Recognition
- 2.1.7 Emerging Biometrics
- i. Iris
- ii. Retina
- iii. Vein Pattern Recognition
- 2.1.8 Biometrics Challenges
- i. Security and Privacy Concerns
- ii. Implementation Challenges
- iii. User Experience Issues
- iv. Operational and Financial Barriers
- 2.1.9 Soft POS
- Figure 2.5: How to Use Soft POS
- 2.2 Use Cases for Various POS
- 2.2.1 Superstores and Large Retailers
- i. QR Codes
- 2.2.2 Small Sum Fixed Point Transaction Environments
- 2.2.3 Mobile Retail Environments
- 2.3 Drivers and Constraints
- 2.3.1 Alternative Cashless Society
- 2.3.2 Biometric POS Markets
- 2.3.3 Evolving Consumer Shopping Behaviour
- 2.3.4 Enhanced Features
- 2.3.5 Smart POS: The Solution to Increasing Competition
- Figure 2.6: Smart POS Business Integrations
- i. Inventory Management
- ii. CRM and Loyalty Programmes
- iii. eCommerce Integration
- iv. Employee Management
- v. Data and Analytics
- vi. Integrated Payment Processing
- 2.4 Soft POS
- i. Introduction
- Figure 2.7: Global Soft POS Transaction Volume ($m), Split by 8 Key Regions, 2025-2030
- 2.4.2 Market Landscape
- 2.4.3 Threat to Dedicated POS and Mobile POS
- 2.4.4 Challenges Facing Soft POS
- 2.4.5 Future Outlook
- 3. Segment Analysis
- 3.1 Segment Analysis Landscape
- Figure 3.1: POS Terminals’ Key Leading and High-potential Industry Segments. 25
- 3.1.1 Hospitality & Dining
- i. Opportunities
- ii. Challenges
- 3.1.2 Travel & Transportation
- i. Opportunities
- ii. Challenges
- 3.1.3 Quick-service Restaurants
- i. Opportunities
- ii. Challenges
- 3.1.4 Fuel & Unattended
- i. Opportunities
- ii. Challenges
- 3.1.5 SMEs & Professional Services
- i. Opportunities
- ii. Challenges
- 3.1.6 Events & Stadiums
- i. Opportunities
- ii. Challenges
- 4. Country Readiness Index & Regional Analysis
- 4.1.1 Country Readiness Index
- Figure 4.1: Juniper Research’s 8 Key Regions
- Table 4.2: Juniper Research mPOS Terminals & Soft POS Market Country Readiness Index: Scoring Criteria
- Figure 4.3: Juniper Research mPOS Terminals & Soft POS Market Country Readiness Index
- Figure 4.4: Juniper Research mPOS Terminals & Soft POS Country Readiness Index: Market Segments
- 4.1.2 Focus Markets
- i. eCommerce and Omnichannel Retail Expansion
- ii. Regulatory Support and Fintech Innovation
- Figure 4.5: Total Transaction Value of Soft POS Systems ($m), Focus Markets, 2025-2030
- 4.1.3 Growth Markets
- Figure 4.6: Total mPOS Transactions per annum ($m), Growth Markets, 2025-2030
- i. Contactless Payment Surge
- ii. Government Initiatives
- 4.1.4 Developing Markets
- i. Mobile-first Solutions for Informal Economies
- ii. Cost-efficiency and Flexibility for Merchants
- Figure 4.7: Total mPOS Transactions per annum ($m), Developing Markets, 2025-2030
- 4.1.5 Saturated Markets
- Figure 4.8: Total mPOS Transaction Value per annum ($m), Saturated Markets, 2025-2030
- i. Hardware Dependency
- ii. Security and Certification Hurdles
- Figure 4.9: Juniper Research mPOS Terminals & Soft POS Market Country Readiness Index Heatmap: North America
- Figure 4.10: Juniper Research mPOS Terminals & Soft POS Market Country Readiness Index Heatmap: Latin America
- Figure 4.11: Juniper Research mPOS Terminals & Soft POS Market Country Readiness Index Heatmap: West Europe
- Figure 4.12: Juniper Research mPOS Terminals & Soft POS Market Country Readiness Index Heatmap: Central & East Europe
- Figure 4.13: Juniper Research mPOS Terminals & Soft POS Market Country Readiness Index Heatmap: Far East & China
- Figure 4.14: Juniper Research mPOS Terminals & Soft POS Market Country Readiness Index Heatmap: Indian Subcontinent
- Figure 4.15: Juniper Research mPOS Terminals & Soft POS Market Country Readiness Index Heatmap: Rest of Asia Pacific
- Figure 4.16: Juniper Research mPOS Terminals & Soft POS Market Country Readiness Index Heatmap: Africa & Middle East
- COMPETITOR LEADERBOARD
- 1. Juniper Research POS Terminals Competitor Leaderboards
- 1.1 Why Read This Report
- 1.2 Key mPOS & Soft POS Market Takeaways
- 2. mPOS Competitor Leaderboard
- Figure 2.1: Juniper Research Competitor Leaderboard mPOS Vendors Included & Product Portfolio
- Figure 2.2: Juniper Research Competitor Leaderboard for mPOS Terminals Vendors
- Table 2.3: Juniper Research Competitor Leaderboard: mPOS Terminals Vendors & Positioning
- Table 2.4: Juniper Research Competitor Leaderboard for mPOS Terminals: Heatmap
- 2.1 mPOS Vendor Profiles
- 2.1.1 Epos Now
- i. Corporate
- ii. Geographical Spread
- iii. Key Clients and Strategic Developments
- iv. High-level View of Offerings
- v. Juniper Research’s View: Key Strengths & Strategic Development Opportunities
- 2.1.2 Fiserv
- i. Corporate
- Figure 2.5: Fiserv’s Financial Snapshot ($m), 2022-2024
- ii. Geographical Spread
- iii. Key Clients & Strategic Partnerships
- iv. High-level View of Offerings
- v. Juniper Research’s View: Key Strengths & Strategic Development Opportunities
- 2.1.3 Global Payments
- i. Corporate
- Figure 2.6: Global Payments’ Financial Snapshot ($m), 2022-2024
- ii. Geographical Spread
- iii. Key Clients & Strategic Partnerships
- iv. High-level View of Offerings
- v. Juniper Research’s View: Key Strengths & Strategic Development Opportunities
- 2.1.4 Lightspeed
- i. Corporate
- Figure 2.7: Lightspeed Financial Snapshot ($m), 2022-2024
- ii. Geographical Spread
- iii. Key Clients & Strategic Partnerships
- iv. High-level View of Offerings
- v. Juniper Research’s View: Key Strengths & Strategic Development Opportunities
- 2.1.5 Mswipe
- i. Corporate
- ii. Geographical Reach
- iii. Key Clients & Strategic Partnerships
- iv. High-level View of Offerings
- v. Juniper Research’s View: Key Strengths & Strategic Development Opportunities
- 2.1.6 NEXGO
- i. Corporate
- ii. Geographical Reach
- iii. Key Clients & Strategic Partnerships
- iv. High-level View of Offerings
- v. Juniper Research’s View: Key Strengths & Strategic Development
- Opportunities
- 2.1.7 Newland NPT
- i. Corporate
- ii. Geographical Spread
- iii. Key Clients & Strategic Partnerships
- iv. High-level View of Offerings
- v. Juniper Research’s View: Key Strengths & Strategic Development
- Opportunities
- 2.1.8 PAX
- i. Corporate
- Table 2.8: PAX’s Financial Snapshot ($m), 2022-2024
- ii. Geographical Reach
- iii. Key Clients & Strategic Partnerships
- iv. High-level View of Offerings
- v. Juniper Research’s View: Key Strengths & Strategic Development
- Opportunities
- 2.1.9 PayPal
- i. Corporate
- Table 2.9: Notable PayPal Acquisitions Summary ($m)
- ii. Geographical Spread
- iii. Key Clients & Strategic Partnerships
- iv. High-level View of Offerings
- v. Juniper Research’s View: Key Strengths & Strategic Development
- Opportunities
- 2.1.10 Posiflex
- i. Corporate
- Figure 2.10: Posiflex’s Financial Snapshot ($m), 2021-2023, Converted from TWD
- ii. Geographical Spread
- iii. Key Clients & Strategic Partnerships
- iv. High-level View of Offerings
- v. Juniper Research’s View: Key Strengths & Strategic Development
- Opportunities
- 2.1.11 Square (Block)
- i. Corporate
- ii. Geographical Reach
- iii. Key Clients & Strategic Partnerships
- iv. High-level View of Offerings
- v. Juniper Research’s View: Key Strengths & Strategic Development
- Opportunities
- 2.1.12 SumUp
- i. Corporate
- ii. Geographical Spread
- iii. Key Clients & Strategic Partnerships
- iv. High-level View of Offerings
- v. Juniper Research’s View: Key Strengths & Strategic Development
- Opportunities
- 2.1.13 Toast
- i. Corporate
- Table 2.11: Toast’s Investment Rounds ($m), 2015-2020
- ii. Geographical Reach
- iii. Key Clients & Strategic Partnerships
- iv. High-level View of Offerings
- v. Juniper Research’s View: Key Strengths & Strategic Development
- Opportunities
- 2.1.14 Verifone
- i. Corporate
- ii. Geographical Spread
- iii. Key Clients & Strategic Partnerships
- iv. High-level View of Offerings
- v. Juniper Research’s View: Key Strengths & Strategic Development
- Opportunities
- 2.1.15 Worldline
- i. Corporate
- ii. Geographical Reach
- iii. Key Clients & Strategic Partnerships
- iv. High-level View of Offerings
- v. Juniper Research’s View: Key Strengths and Strategic Development
- Opportunities
- 2.2 Juniper Research Competitor Leaderboard Assessment Methodology
- 2.3 Limitations & Interpretation
- Figure 2.12: Juniper Research mPOS Competitor Leaderboard
- 3. Soft POS Competitor Leaderboard
- Figure 3.1: Juniper Research Competitor Leaderboard Soft POS Vendors Included
- & Product Portfolio
- Figure 3.2: Juniper Research Competitor Leaderboard for Soft POS Vendors
- Table 3.3: Juniper Research Competitor Leaderboard: Soft POS Vendors &
- Positioning
- Table 3.4: Juniper Research Competitor Leaderboard for Soft POS: Heatmap . 37
- 3.1 Soft POS Vendor Profiles
- 3.1.1 alcinēo
- i. Corporate
- ii. Geographical Spread
- iii. Key Clients & Strategic Partnerships
- iv. High-level View of Offerings
- Figure 3.5: alcinēo Technology Architecture
- v. Juniper Research’s View: Key Strengths & Strategic Development
- Opportunities
- 3.1.2 Apple
- i. Corporate
- Table 3.6: Apple’s Financial Snapshot, $m, FY 2022-2024
- ii. Geographical Spread
- iii. Key Clients & Strategic Partnerships
- iv. High-level View of Offerings
- v. Juniper Research’s View: Key Strengths & Strategic Development
- Opportunities
- 3.1.3 CM.com
- i. Corporate
- Figure 3.7: CM.com Financial Snapshot ($m), 2022-2024 (Converted from €1
- @1.10)
- ii. Geographical Spread
- iii. Key Clients & Strategic Developments
- iv. High-level View of Offering
- v. Juniper Research’s View: Key Strengths & Strategic Development
- 3.1.4 Fiserv
- i. Corporate
- Figure 3.8: Fiserv Financial Snapshot ($m), 2022-2024
- ii. Geographical Spread
- iii. Key Clients & Strategic Partnerships
- iv. High-Level View of Offerings
- v. Juniper Research’s View: Key Strengths & Strategic Development
- 3.1.5 MagicCube
- i. Corporate
- Table 3.9: MagicCube Investment Rounds ($m), 2015-2021
- ii. Geographical Reach
- iii. Key Clients & Strategic Developments
- iv. High-level View of Offering
- v. Juniper Research’s View: Key Strengths & Strategic Development
- 3.1.6 Mypinpad
- i. Corporate
- ii. Geographical Reach
- iii. Key Clients & Strategic Developments
- iv. High-level View of Offering
- v. Juniper Research’s View: Key Strengths & Strategic Development
- 3.1.7 Paypal
- i. Corporate
- Table 3.10: Notable PayPal Acquisitions Summary ($m)
- ii. Geographical Spread
- iii. Key Clients & Strategic Partnerships
- iv. High-level View of Offerings
- v. Juniper Research’s View: Key Strengths & Strategic Development
- Opportunities
- 3.1.8 Payten
- i. Corporate
- ii. Geographical Reach
- iii. Key Clients & Strategic Developments
- iv. High-level View of Offering
- v. Juniper Research’s View: Key Strengths and Strategic Development
- 3.1.9 Square
- i. Corporate
- ii. Geographical Reach
- iii. Key Clients & Strategic Developments
- iv. High-level View of Offering
- v. Juniper Research’s View: Key Strengths and Strategic Development
- 3.1.10 Stripe
- i. Corporate
- ii. Geographic Spread
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