Digital Virgo, leader in mobile payments, innovative monetization strategies, and distribution solutions has partnered with Sandbox Group, the global leader in learning-focused entertainment, to launch its cognitive training app, Focus, in Spain, Canada and Romania.
This expansion enables users in these countries to access Focus’ science-backed mini-games via seamless Direct Carrier Billing (DCB) integration through the interconnection with major telecom operators ecosystems.The launches follow the partnership’s successful model first established in Peru and represent a targeted step in Sandbox Group’s strategy to make digital wellness tools accessible through trusted local carriers.
Focus, developed in collaboration with neuropsychologists from the Hospital Universitario Cruces in Spain, has achieved over 7 million total downloads and 3 million annual active users with more than 200.000 active subscribers globally through B2B partnerships. The app features over 30 progressive games covering five key cognitive skills: attention, memory, reasoning, coordination and visuospatial skills.
Sanchit Jain, General Manager at Sandbox Group: “Our partnership with Digital Virgo is a powerful channel for bringing cognitive wellness directly to users. Launching Focus in Canada, Romania and Spain allows us to meet audiences where they are, directly via their mobile networks. By simplifying access and billing, we deliver a trusted, effective tool that fits seamlessly into daily life.”
Sebastien Gachie, Head of partnerships & Merchants Success at Digital Virgo: “We are excited to extend our collaboration with Sandbox Group into these key markets. Combining premium, science-based content with our carrier billing expertise as well as digital services distribution solutions creates a frictionless experience that drives adoption. This launch is a model for scaling valuable digital health solutions through local telecom partnerships.”
This expansion is part of Sandbox Group’s broader strategy to deploy its wellness and learning apps through strategic telco partnerships worldwide, offering accessible alternatives to traditional app store payments.
