eSIM Talks is Holafly’s podcast about the shift from physical SIM cards to digital connectivity. Each month, host Rafael Junquera talks with telecom and technology experts to explain what eSIM really is, how it works behind the scenes, and why it is changing travel connectivity. The series covers the move from roaming to global plans, the new players and business models reshaping the mobile industry, and the security and privacy questions that come with remote, software based activation. Straightforward conversations for anyone who wants to understand where mobile connectivity is heading.
Podcast Overview
eSIM Talks is Holafly’s podcast about the shift from physical SIM cards to digital connectivity. Each month, host Rafael Junquera talks with telecom and technology experts to explain what eSIM really is, how it works behind the scenes, and why it is changing travel connectivity. The series covers the move from roaming to global plans, the new players and business models reshaping the mobile industry, and the security and privacy questions that come with remote, software based activation. Straightforward conversations for anyone who wants to understand where mobile connectivity is heading.
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June 22, 2026
The state of global eSIM adoption | eSIM Talks by Holafly #05
<p>In this episode of eSIM Talks, Rafael Junquera sits down again with Chris Hills, VP of Carrier and Network Operations at Holafly, to discuss the launch of the Holafly Global eSIM Index, a new resource designed to understand how eSIM adoption is evolving across different countries, operators, regulatory environments and device ecosystems.</p><p>The conversation explores why eSIM is not just a technological shift, but a wider market transformation. Chris explains why adoption is still uneven around the world, why friction has not disappeared but has often moved into regulation, KYC, device compatibility and operator decision-making, and why the future of eSIM depends on the entire ecosystem: mobile operators, regulators, device manufacturers, developers and travel connectivity providers.</p><p>They also discuss how travel eSIM has become one of the strongest use cases pushing eSIM forward, why some mobile operators are starting to see travel eSIM and traditional roaming as complementary rather than competitive, and why markets that embrace eSIM early may be better positioned for the next stage of mobile connectivity.</p><p>Finally, the episode looks at what a truly seamless eSIM future could look like: a world where users no longer think about SIM cards, activation or setup, and where connectivity simply works in the background. Because the real promise of eSIM is not just replacing plastic with digital technology. It is making connectivity easier, more invisible and more useful for everyone.</p><p>Watch the full episode to understand what the Holafly Global eSIM Index reveals about the current state of eSIM adoption and why the next phase of mobile connectivity may depend less on technology itself, and more on how fast the industry is willing to embrace change.</p><p><br></p><p>Get your eSIM here: https://hfly.co/qbdem</p><p>More from Holafly:</p><p>Exclusive content newsletter: https://hfly.co/ndxs5LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/holafly/</p><p>Website: https://esim.holafly.com/</p><p>Rafael Junquera: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rafael-a-junquera-99328118/</p><p>Chris Hills: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-g-a-hills/Also </p><p>Available on:</p><p>🎧 APPLE: https://hfly.co/1kog6</p><p>🎧 AMAZON: https://hfly.co/a0gea</p><p>🎧 CASTBOX: https://hfly.co/s5lrb</p><p><br></p><p>00:00 Introduction </p><p>01:32 Why Holafly launched the Global eSIM Index </p><p>04:39 What the index reveals about eSIM adoption </p><p>09:17 From physical SIM friction to digital friction </p><p>12:15 Why operators are changing their view of travel eSIM </p><p>16:16 The cultural challenge behind eSIM adoption </p><p>20:50 Regulation, KYC and market barriers </p><p>21:37 Apple, travel eSIM and the role of clear use cases </p><p>25:10 The “kill switch” problem </p><p>28:12 China’s approach to eSIM adoption </p><p>30:04 How the travel eSIM market is evolving </p><p>31:33 Why eSIM needs to become seamless </p><p>32:43 The future of invisible connectivity </p><p>35:52 Biggest misconceptions about eSIM </p><p>38:09 How to read the Holafly Global eSIM Index </p><p>39:10 Final thoughts</p><p><br></p>
May 18, 2026
Is the eSIM industry becoming commoditized? | eSIM Talks by Holafly #4
<p>Is travel eSIM becoming a commodity, or is the real value somewhere else? </p><p><br></p><p>When every provider talks about coverage, gigabytes, and price, how can users know who to trust? And what does it really mean to choose the right connectivity when you travel?</p><p>These are the topics we explore in Episode 4 of eSIM Talks by Holafly.In this episode, host Rafael A. Junquera is joined by Michael Moreno, Brand Marketing Manager at Holafly, and Barry Marron, Product Manager at Holafly, for a conversation about the evolution of the travel eSIM market, the risk of commoditization, and how providers can create value beyond just offering data abroad.</p><p><br></p><p>From price competition, customer experience, onboarding, and support, to the role of the Holafly app, Always On coverage, and the idea of becoming a real travel companion, this episode looks at what travelers actually need when they connect internationally. </p><p><br></p><p>The conversation explores why getting connected is no longer enough, and why peace of mind, reliability, and support can become just as important as the connection itself.</p><p><br></p><p>The episode also looks at the wider market picture: how travel eSIM providers are positioning themselves, why competing only on price may not be sustainable, and what it means for a brand like Holafly to offer an accessible premium experience. If previous episodes explored the shift from SIM to eSIM, market transformation, and security, this episode asks a key question for the next stage of the industry: what separates a connectivity provider from a true travel partner?</p><p><br></p><p>Get your eSIM here: https://hfly.co/qbdem</p><p>More from Holafly:</p><p>Exclusive content newsletter: https://hfly.co/ndxs5</p><p>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/holafly/</p><p>Website: https://esim.holafly.com/</p><p>Rafael Junquera: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rafael-a-junquera-99328118/</p><p>Michael Moreno: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelatmoreno/</p><p><br></p><p>Barry Marron: https://www.linkedin.com/in/barrymarron/</p><p>Also Available on:</p><p>🎧 APPLE: https://hfly.co/1kog6</p><p>🎧 AMAZON: https://hfly.co/a0gea</p><p>🎧 CASTBOX: https://hfly.co/s5lrb</p>
April 20, 2026
Security and Privacy in the eSIM Era: How Safe Are Our Connections? | eSIM Talks by Holafly #3
<p>Security and eSIM, how much depends on the provider, and how much depends on you? Is digital connectivity really safer, or has the user simply become the weakest link? And what changes when we move from a physical SIM card to an eSIM?</p><p>These are the topics we explore in Episode 3 of <strong>eSIM Talks by Holafly</strong>.In this episode, host <strong>Rafael A. Junquera</strong> is joined by <strong>Andrew Grill</strong>, futurist and technology advisor, and <strong>Augustin De Wailly</strong>, CEO and co-founder of Accelerators, for a deep dive into security, personal responsibility, and the future of connectivity in an eSIM-first world. </p><p>From two-factor authentication, password managers, and passkeys, to stolen phones, compromised accounts, and unsafe public hotspots, this conversation goes beyond travel convenience and looks at the real security implications of digital identity. The episode also explores why eSIM can offer important advantages over physical SIM cards, not only for travelers, but also for businesses and corporate mobility. </p><p>The conversation also looks at the wider telecom picture: how eSIM is reshaping the industry, why it opens the door to new business models, and how its flexibility could accelerate the next wave of connected devices, from travel and roaming to enterprise connectivity and IoT. If </p><p><br></p><p>Episode 1 was about the shift from SIM to eSIM, and Episode 2 focused on market transformation, this episode asks a more urgent question: <strong>who is responsible for security in the digital era?</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Get your eSIM here:<a href="https://hfly.co/qbdem" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> https://hfly.co/qbdem</a></p><p>More from Holafly:</p><p>Exclusive content newsletter: https://hfly.co/ndxs5LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/holafly/Website: https://esim.holafly.com/</p><p><br></p><p>Rafael Junquera: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rafael-a-junquera-99328118/</p><p>Andrew Grill: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewgrill/</p><p>Augustin De Wailly: https://www.linkedin.com/in/augustindewailly/</p><p><br></p><p>Also Available on:</p><p>🎧 APPLE:<a href="https://hfly.co/1kog6" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> https://hfly.co/1kog6</a></p><p>🎧 AMAZON:<a href="https://hfly.co/a0gea" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> https://hfly.co/a0gea</a></p><p>🎧 CASTBOX:<a href="https://hfly.co/s5lrb" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> https://hfly.co/s5lrb</a></p><p><br></p>
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