Security and Simplicity Are Not Add-Ons, they’re Core Functions: IXT on Redefining Global IoT Connectivity

The Norwegian company IXT is entering the European and global market as a new provider of mobile IoT connectivity. The company aims to remove complexity from IoT deployments and make connectivity both secure and scalable. In this exclusive WeSpeakIoT interview, the founders explain how a modern, legacy-free core network, transparent pricing, and built-in security are meant to set IXT apart from established competitors.

IXT was founded by Norwegian telecom entrepreneurs Raymond Berntsen and Henning Solberg, who both bring decades of industry experience to the table. The company is headquartered in Oslo, with additional offices in Sweden, the Netherlands, and Germany. Expansion into the U.S. and Asia is already underway. IXT targets companies that rely on cross-border connectivity—such as those in the fields of smart cities, e-mobility, logistics, energy, agriculture, and industrial automation. These sectors often require secure, reliable, and scalable networking, which can be mission-critical for operations, the company says.

IXT is entering the market as a new provider of mobile IoT connectivity across Europe and beyond. What’s your strategy to stand out in an already crowded landscape?

HENNING: We built IXT from the ground up to remove the complexity for IoT-driven businesses and simplify global IoT connectivity. With a modern setup and no legacy, we are able to offer services and add-ons that IoT deployments of 2025 need and want. One of them is our strong focus on security.

Our strategy stands on four pillars:

• A full MVNO model with our own core network, giving us complete control to tailor connectivity, performance, and security.
• A global SIM with dynamic data pooling, so customers can scale effortlessly across borders without juggling contracts or carriers.
• Security built in. Our SecureNet solution provides enterprise-grade protection: private networking, encrypted traffic, and direct cloud integration. In addition, we have the option of adding a Zero Trust layer for those customers who want to make sure they have full control of who can access their deployment.
• A customer-first mindset, with real-time SIM management, flexible pricing, and human support from people who know what they’re doing.

We’re not here to just sell SIMs. We’re here to be the secure, scalable connectivity partner that businesses can actually trust—whether they’re running a smart city, deploying EV chargers, or tracking critical infrastructure.

Which industries or customer segments are you primarily targeting—automotive, smart cities, industrial applications, or consumer electronics?

RAYMOND: We’re focused on industries where connectivity is business-critical—like automotive & EV charging, smart cities, energy and utilities, industrial automation, telematics, and logistics. These are sectors where uptime, security, and scalability make or break the business model. Our ideal customers are tech-driven businesses that are either scaling up fast or frustrated by fragmented, inflexible solutions.

How would you describe your pricing model? What makes it attractive or different compared to other providers?

RAYMOND: Our pricing is transparent, flexible, and designed to scale. There are no hidden costs, so customers always know exactly what they’re paying for. Data-pool pricing means that all the customers’ SIMs share the total allowance, which means no unexpected overage costs and better use of the data across all SIMs. This model also makes it easy to scale as customers can just add more SIMs without needing to change contracts.

Will customers soon be able to order SIM cards directly via an online shop and manage them through a self-service portal? What’s already available—and what’s coming, and when?

HENNING: Our custom CMP (Connectivity Management Platform) already gives customers full real-time visibility and control over their SIM fleet—usage, status, uptime, billing, and more. At the moment they can request more SIMs directly from us through their customer contact. An online shop is in development and that will, of course, make onboarding even easier for smaller teams and fast-moving projects. We have no launch date for that right now, but it will most likely be available in early 2026.

Are there any early reference customers you can talk about or use cases you can share?

RAYMOND: We’ve had a lot of interest since launch and already have several customers onboard, with more in various stages of deployment. While we’re not quite ready to share specific names or cases, we expect to publish our first references in the next couple of months.

Do you have a roadmap for entering emerging markets or technologies like private 5G or NB-IoT?

HENNING: Absolutely. We already support NB-IoT and LTE-M in markets where it makes sense for our customers. Private 5G is also on our radar—we’ve built our architecture to be future-proof and modular, so we can support private deployments, network slicing, and advanced use cases as demand grows. Private networks could be a nice addition to public networks in areas with no coverage or other restrictions.

What role do IMS-based services—such as VoLTE, VoNR, or SMS via SMSC—play in your overall IoT strategy, especially after integrating technologies from ng-voice and Summa Networks?

HENNING: They’re an essential part of our offer for customers needing voice, SMS, or fallback services. Because we run our own IMS core, we support VoLTE, VoNR, and SMS. Supporting well-established SMS also in a non-2G/3G area is important for many customers.

Do you see IXT primarily as a connectivity enabler—or as a full-service provider offering additional value-added services?

HENNING: We’re primarily a connectivity enabler, but we add a lot of value around that. Our SecureNet service gives customers enterprise-grade private networking and the option to also implement Zero Trust—something that we believe will be of importance to many with increasing threats and more regulations. Our CMP provides real-time insight and control, and our support team works like an extension of the customer’s team. So while connectivity is our core, we’ve built the tools and services around it to make deployment, scaling, and management as smooth as possible.

How do you ensure service-level agreements for availability, performance, and failover—particularly at global scale?

HENNING: We work with 600+ networks across 190 countries and use multi-IMSI and eSIM technology to ensure redundancy and best-available coverage. Our infrastructure is designed for high availability, with real-time monitoring, proactive alerts, and failover mechanisms built in. It’s a modern, distributed architecture that supports global as well as local deployments. For enterprise customers, we provide SLAs for uptime, latency, and support response, all backed by our own core network and operations team.

How has your personal background in core network architecture influenced your vision for IXT?

HENNING: It’s shaped everything. I’ve seen firsthand how limitations in infrastructure can hold customers back. That’s why we built our own core from scratch in 2024/2025—so we could offer a modern, flexible platform without legacy constraints. Our architecture is designed to support what IoT needs today, and where it’s headed next: security, flexibility, visibility, and seamless scaling.

What are the top three lessons you’ve carried over from your time at Com4 into your current role at IXT?

HENNING & RAYMOND: Control matters. If you don’t control your core, you can’t deliver the quality or flexibility customers need. Simplicity wins. Customers value clear, scalable solutions, not complexity disguised as customization. Support and partnership build loyalty. A strong technical team that’s actually available when it matters is a huge differentiator. We’ve built IXT with all three in mind.

How do you see the IoT connectivity market evolving over the next five years? What major trends are shaping the future?

HENNING:
We see four big shifts:

• Mass adoption of eSIM and iSIM, making device onboarding and switching providers easier.
• Tighter regulation, especially on data sovereignty and roaming—providers will need more agility and compliance features.
• Edge and private networking: IoT needs will move closer to real-time, so networks must adapt.
• Security as a service: IoT security will become a key buying decision, not just a technical add-on.

And finally—at which trade shows or industry events can people meet you and the IXT team in person over the coming months?

HENNING & RAYMOND: The next larger event we will be at with a booth is Embedded World in Nuremberg in March 2026. However, our sales team is travelling and attending different fairs and events all over Europe. We will be present at Enlit in Bilbao in November 2025, for example.

Keep an eye on our LinkedIn page for updates—we are never further away than a phone call or a digital meeting.

Henning, Raymond, thank you very much for your time!