SANTA CLARA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 26, 2026--
LotusFlare, a provider of a cloud-native, AI-driven digital commerce and monetization platform for communications service providers (CSPs), today announced that Palau National Communications Corporation (PNCC) has selected it to provide a comprehensive commerce and monetization platform, including a full-stack digital business support system (dBSS) as part of PNCC’s broader 4G/5G Standalone (SA) network modernization programme.
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The LotusFlare solution will support PNCC subscribers across mobile, fixed broadband, and digital TV services, while enabling unique multi-tenant capabilities aligned with PNCC’s long-term digital and regional strategy.
PNCC has embarked on a comprehensive technology modernization program focused on increasing speed-to-market, enhancing customer experience, and long-term operational efficiency. After a competitive tender process, PNCC selected LotusFlare for its highly skilled team, cloud-native technology, Internet DNA, and proven experience supporting leading communications service providers globally.
As the national telecommunications operator of the Republic of Palau, PNCC is undertaking a full network transformation to deploy a 4G/5G SA mobile network based on open architecture principles, alongside cloud-native core, OSS, BSS, and digital platforms. The program is designed to improve service agility, enhance network resilience, and support the long-term digital development of Palau.
“PNCC is proving that geographic isolation is no longer a barrier to world-class digital experiences. By utilizing LotusFlare DNO™ Cloud, PNCC is moving beyond legacy limitations to a modern, multi-tenant platform that can serve as a digital blueprint for the entire Pacific region,” said Sam Gadodia, CEO of LotusFlare. “LotusFlare’s expertise and innovative approach will help PNCC deliver valuable business outcomes and enhance the customer experience for the people of Palau.”
Simon Fraser, CEO of PNCC, commented: “Partnering with LotusFlare enables PNCC to deploy a cloud-native digital platform at the core of our new 4G/5G SA network. A modern, API-driven dBSS is fundamental to ensuring agility and enabling the rapid introduction of new digital services for our customers. Geographic isolation or scale should never define digital ambition - the people of Palau deserve world-class connectivity, and this transformation ensures they receive it.“
About PNCC
Palau National Communications Corporation (PNCC) is the national telecommunications provider of the Republic of Palau, delivering mobile, fixed, broadband, and international connectivity services nationwide.
About LotusFlare
Based in Silicon Valley, LotusFlare simplifies technology and customer experience to deliver valuable outcomes for enterprises. The company’s flagship product, DNO™ Cloud, is an AI-driven, cloud-native commerce and monetization platform that serves as a digital Business Support System (BSS) for communications service providers. LotusFlare also owns and operates Nomad eSIM, a global connectivity service providing travelers with convenient, reliable, and affordable data plans in over 200 destinations.
LotusFlare is a trusted partner to leading global enterprises, including Deutsche Telekom, T-Mobile US, A1, Globe Telecom, Liberty Latin America, Singtel, MTN, and TELUS. Learn more at lotusflare.com.
Palau National Communications Corporation (PNCC)
ROME (AP) — Jannik Sinner is two victories away from becoming the first home man to win the Italian Open in half a century. And it doesn’t seem like anybody can stop him — either in Rome or at the French Open that starts in 10 days.
The top-ranked Sinner landed shots on the lines repeatedly in a 6-2, 6-4 triumph over No. 14 Andrey Rublev to reach the semifinals Thursday and move past Novak Djokovic with a record 32nd consecutive victory in Masters 1000 events — the biggest tournaments outside the Grand Slams.
“I don’t play for records. I play just for my own story. And obviously at the same time it means a lot to me,” Sinner said.
The last Italian man to raise the singles trophy on the red clay of the Foro Italico was Adriano Panatta in 1976. Panatta will present the title to this year’s champion on Sunday, with Italy President Sergio Mattarella also slated to attend the final.
“It’s a special tournament for me,” Sinner said.
With nearly everyone inside the 10,500-seat Campo Centrale cheering for Sinner, many supporters wore hats and T-shirts in orange — his theme color.
One group of fans held up a sign that said, “Sinner, Facce Sogna” — “Sinner, Make us dream.”
He lost last year’s final in Rome to Carlos Alcaraz, who is now sidelined due to a right wrist injury, while Jasmine Paolini in 2025 became the first Italian woman to raise the trophy in 40 years.
Sinner broke serve in the opening game for a third straight match and never lost control against Rublev, who was once ranked as high as No. 5.
Rublev noticed there were “many points where he played really well or close to the line or in a line. But he’s No. 1 and it’s normal. You need to force him to miss and it takes a lot of focus to be able to play at that level.”
Sinner had only one brief lapse when Rublev broke him late in the second set.
“It was a bit breezy, a bit windy, so it was very tough conditions,” Sinner said. “I felt we both didn’t play at our best today.”
Sinner said he felt fatigued toward the end.
“I’m going to be all right. It’s normal that one day in the tournament you are slightly tired,” he said. “It has been very long days for me.”
Sinner hasn’t been beaten in a Masters event since he retired with cramps in extreme heat against Tallon Griekspoor in Shanghai in October.
Djokovic won 31 straight Masters matches in 2011.
Including all tournaments, Sinner’s winning streak reached 27 matches. He was last beaten by Jakub Mensik in the Qatar Open quarterfinals on Feb. 19 — and he hasn't even dropped a set since his opening match of his previous tournament, the Madrid Open.
Sinner is also aiming to become the second man after Djokovic to triumph at all nine Masters events. Djokovic has won each event at least twice.
The Italian Open is the only Masters event that Sinner hasn’t won.
His semifinal opponent will be 2023 Rome champion Daniil Medvedev or Spanish qualifier Martina Landaluce, who were playing later.
The other semifinal will feature Casper Ruud of Norway against Luciano Darderi, an Argentine-born Italian.
In the women’s tournament, Coco Gauff beat 36-year-old Sorana Cirstea 6-4, 6-3 to reach the final for a second straight year.
Gauff saved a match point in a three-set victory over Iva Jovic in the fourth round and then came back from a set down to defeat Mirra Andreeva in the quarterfinals.
Against Cirstea, Gauff got 78% of her first serves in and had only one double fault.
“I'm just happy to be through in straight sets today," Gauff said. "It's been a marathon week.”
Gauff was beaten by Paolini in the 2025 Rome final, then went on to win the French Open.
In Saturday's final, Gauff will face three-time Rome champion Iga Swiatek or two-time winner Elina Svitolina, who were playing later.
AP tennis: https://apnews.com/hub/tennis
Romania's Sorana Cirstea returns to United States' Coco Gauff, during their match at the Italian Open tennis tournament in Rome, Thursday, May 14, 2026. (AP Photo/Andrew Medichini)
United States' Coco Gauff prepares to return the ball to Romania's Sorana Cirstea during their match at the Italian Open tennis tournament in Rome, Thursday, May 14, 2026. (AP Photo/Andrew Medichini)
Italy's Jannik Sinner serves a ball to Andrey Rublev, during their match at the Italian Open tennis tournament in Rome, Thursday, May 14, 2026. (AP Photo/Andrew Medichini)
Andrey Rublev reacts as he plays Italy's Jannik Sinner during their match at the Italian Open tennis tournament in Rome, Thursday, May 14, 2026. (AP Photo/Andrew Medichini)
Italy's Jannik Sinner reacts after beating Andrey Rublev 6-2, 6-4, during their match at the Italian Open tennis tournament in Rome, Thursday, May 14, 2026. (AP Photo/Andrew Medichini)
Italy's Jannik Sinner returns the ball to Andrey Rublev, during their match at the Italian Open tennis tournament in Rome, Thursday, May 14, 2026. (AP Photo/Andrew Medichini)
Italy's Jannik Sinner eyes the ball as he plays Andrey Rublev, during their match at the Italian Open tennis tournament in Rome, Thursday, May 14, 2026. (AP Photo/Andrew Medichini)
