Top Telecom Cloud Companies

The telecom cloud market is projected to grow from USD 22,261.8 million in 2025 to USD 56,005.8 million by 2030 at a CAGR of 20.3 % during the forecast period. Growing 5G adoption, increased demand for network virtualization, rising use of edge computing, and the need for scalable, cost-efficient infrastructure are set to propel the demand for telecom cloud solutions. Strategic partnerships with hyperscalers and the shift toward cloud-native architectures also drive transformation across global telecom networks.

Top Telecom Cloud Companies Include

• AWS (US)
• Microsoft (US)
• Google (US)
• IBM (US)
• Broadcom (US)

These players have incorporated various organic and inorganic growth strategies, including collaborations, acquisitions, product launches, partnerships, agreements, and expansions to strengthen their international footprint and capture a greater share in the telecom cloud market. These strategies have enabled market players to expand globally by providing telecom cloud solutions.

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In June 2025, du, a UAE telecom provider, signed a deal with Microsoft to establish a hyperscaler cloud ecosystem. This partnership leverages Microsoft’s Azure platform to enhance du’s digital transformation, offering scalable cloud services to enterprises. It aims to boost operational efficiency, drive innovation in telecom services, and support the UAE’s digital economy by providing businesses with secure, high-performance cloud infrastructure.

In May 2025, IBM and Oracle expanded their partnership to develop agentic AI and hybrid cloud solutions, integrating IBM’s Watsonx Orchestrate AI agents with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI). Available on OCI from July 2025, this partnership enhances multi-agent workflows for telecom enterprises, improving AI-driven productivity and efficiency. It supports hybrid cloud deployments, enabling telecoms to scale AI securely across diverse environments, addressing regulatory and privacy needs.

AWS

Amazon Web Services (AWS) holds a leading position in the telecom cloud market, enabling communication service providers (CSPs) to advance network modernization and digital transformation initiatives. AWS delivers specialized solutions, such as AWS outposts, tailored for core and radio access network (RAN) workloads, facilitating scalable and secure 5G implementations. Its cloud-native portfolio, encompassing artificial intelligence, machine learning, Internet of Things, and Amazon Connect, drives operational efficiencies, enhances customer engagement, and unlocks new revenue opportunities.

Strategic collaborations with industry leaders, including Nokia, Ericsson, Comcast, and du, underscore AWS’s proficiency in network function virtualization and operational automation. Supported by a robust partner ecosystem and global infrastructure, AWS ensures compliance with data sovereignty requirements while delivering agility, cost optimization, and innovation, positioning it as a catalyst for transforming CSPs into technology-driven enterprises.

Broadcom

Broadcom Inc. is a prominent player in the telecom cloud market, leveraging its semiconductor and infrastructure software expertise to support network virtualization and cloud transformation. Through its 2023 acquisition of VMware for  USD 61 billion, Broadcom enhances telecom cloud solutions with VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF), enabling private and hybrid cloud deployments. Strategic partnerships with Bouygues Telecom and Deutsche Telekom’s T-Systems bolster scalable, secure 5G and cloud-native services. Broadcom’s offerings, including automation and VMware NSX for security, optimize resource utilization and accelerate innovation. Its global presence and focus on data sovereignty establish Broadcom as a leader in helping telecoms deliver agile, secure, and efficient cloud-based services.

Microsoft

Microsoft, headquartered in the United States, is a major player in the Telecom Cloud market, offering a comprehensive suite of cloud-based solutions through its Azure platform to help telecom operators modernize their networks, enhance service delivery, and accelerate digital transformation. With offerings such as Azure for Operators, Microsoft provides edge computing, 5G core infrastructure, AI-driven analytics, and automation tools tailored for telecommunications needs. Strategic acquisitions like Affirmed Networks and Metaswitch Networks have further strengthened Microsoft’s telecom portfolio, enabling carriers to build scalable, secure, and agile cloud-native networks.

Google

Google, headquartered in the United States under Alphabet Inc., is an emerging force in the Telecom Cloud market, leveraging its Google Cloud Platform (GCP) to help telecom operators modernize their infrastructure, deploy 5G networks, and deliver innovative digital services. Through solutions like Anthos for Telecom and AI-powered analytics, Google enables carriers to build cloud-native networks, enhance customer experiences, and optimize operations. Strategic partnerships with telecom giants and investments in edge computing and network automation underscore Google’s commitment to driving transformation across the telecom industry.

IBM

IBM, headquartered in the United States, is a significant player in the Telecom Cloud market, offering hybrid cloud, AI, and automation solutions tailored to help telecom operators modernize their networks and accelerate 5G adoption. Leveraging its Red Hat OpenShift platform, IBM enables the development and deployment of cloud-native network functions (CNFs) and supports edge computing for real-time data processing. With a strong focus on open, interoperable architectures and strategic collaborations with major telecom providers, IBM helps carriers enhance agility, reduce operational costs, and deliver innovative services in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

Market Ranking Analysis

The global telecom cloud market is characterized by a consolidated landscape, with the top five players, such as  AWS, Google, Microsoft, IBM, and Broadcom, commanding approximately 55–60% of the total market share. These companies dominate due to their extensive infrastructure capabilities, strong partner ecosystems, and ability to offer scalable, cloud-native solutions tailored for telecom operators undergoing digital transformation. AWS leads the market with a broad telecom portfolio that includes AWS Wavelength for 5G edge computing, robust compute and storage options, and deep integration with telecom partners, such as Verizon and Vodafone. Its pay-as-you-go model and developer-friendly ecosystem make it attractive to CSPs seeking agility and scale.

Google Cloud follows closely, focusing on telco-specific solutions such as Distributed Cloud Edge and Anthos for hybrid deployment. Its strengths lie in AI and ML-powered automation, network analytics, and strategic alliances with Nokia and Ericsson. Microsoft Azure continues to expand its telecom footprint through Azure Operator Nexus, enabling 5G core and vRAN deployments. Its enterprise-grade reliability and seamless integration with existing Microsoft services position it well for large-scale operators. IBM leverages its legacy in enterprise IT and telco orchestration through Cloud Pak for Network Automation, which enables AI-driven lifecycle management of network functions across hybrid environments. Broadcom, via VMware, delivers a carrier-grade NFV infrastructure through its Telco Cloud Platform, which is widely adopted for virtualized network functions, orchestration, and service delivery.

These companies continue to shape the market by investing in AI automation, cloud-native 5G architectures, multi-cloud orchestration, and strategic telecom partnerships, reinforcing their leadership in this fast-evolving digital infrastructure landscape.

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