LotusFlare, a specialist in telco support software, has won a deal with Deutsche Telekom’s network API unit, Magenta API Capability Exposure (Mace), which is set to use LotusFlare’s digital network operator (DNO) cloud platform. As a leader in network APIs, DT sets a promising precedent for LotusFlare to be a provider of software services for other operators keen to make the most of APIs. The LotusFlare DNO cloud is a cloud-native business support system (BSS) for MNOs. The software firm promises that “CSPs can innovate freely, better engage with customers on all digital channels, drive customer acquisition and increase retention and monetize network assets.” The offering also includes an API marketplace where third-party companies can create new applications and services that integrate with…