NeuStar builds 3`s mobile IM Footprint in Asia

Allen Scott, general manager of NeuStar Next Generation Messaging, said: "Innovative operators like 3 Hong Kong and 3 Macau have recognized the value of providing mobile IM services to their users and giving customers new and innovative ways to communicate. We are delighted that our successful relationship with 3 is being strengthened in Asia."

Scott continued: "We are now working with more than 30 operators worldwide to make mobile Instant Messaging a reality. This year, we have seen many leading operators successfully launch these services to their user bases. Mobile IM is poised to become a truly mainstream service in 2008."