Together, JiWire and AWG enable venues to deliver Wi-Fi as a free value-added service to their customers supported by the platform's ability to generate significant advertising revenue.

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Tencent had previously indicated it would let the service remain free and try to monetize the platform by offering value-added services like online games and mobile shopping.

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