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         Network & Infra Network & InfraVodafone puts D2D plans in motion with fresh SpaceMobile trialsVodafone reveals first “space-to-land” gateway to enable direct-to-device services. Further trials of SpaceMobile technology pencilled in for spring 2025 as Group moves closer to launching Europe- and Africa-wide services after launch delays and legal troubles… 
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         Network & Infra Network & InfraMásOrange, Vodafone Spain seek synergies with mobile infra JV — reportOperator duo reportedly looking to form tower joint venture to capture synergies and reduce operating costs. If confirmed, move would continue rejig of Spanish telecoms market and prompt questions over tower consolidation in the country… 
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         M&A M&ABoldyn enters German market with private 5G biz buyUK-based neutral host player bulks up private 5G network offering with acquisition of Germany’s Smart Mobile Labs. Agreement comes as Boldyn looks to expand in private 5G sector, having participated in several projects over the past year… 
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         Network & Infra Network & InfraTelstra International seeks AI gains with subsea network overhaulTelstra’s international connectivity services unit launches upgrade programme, seeking to more than triple the capacity of submarine cable network over next five years. Blue Planet and Infinera recruited as software and hardware partners to help enable AI-based network “self-management” capabilities… 
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         Analyst Briefings Analyst BriefingsEMEA Infrawatch Briefing: Spain in spotlight; TowerCo team-ups; M&A next stepsLatest on EMEA Infra: Spain flagged as a frontrunner in legacy switch-off progress, thoguh concerns on fibre overbuild remain; Cellnex mulls path to home market consolidation; TowerCos in Europe and Africa seek to expand rural and transport connectivity; more… 
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         Network & Infra Network & InfraTowerCos, MNOs co-pilot Franco-German 5G highway projectA consortium of TowerCos and mobile network operators is to build continuous 5G coverage along main motorway linking France and Germany in latest EU-funded project. 
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         Network & Infra Network & InfraProptivity onboards UK MNOs; Swedish neutral host offers to shoulder 5G capex burdenModel leverages private equity. Aspiration to become UK and regional indoor connectivity leader focused on real estate. Key hires with industry chops. Learn more from TelcoTitans’ conversation with Proptivity CEO Mikael Lundman… 
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         Partnerships & Alliances Partnerships & AlliancesVi preps 4G, 5G network automation with HCLSoftwareIndian telco automates multi-vendor 4G and 5G networks with AI tools. CTO Jagbir Singh expects service improvements and lower network operating costs through partnership. 
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         Network & Infra Network & InfraBT seeks smooth B2B transition with 2G switch-offGroup seeks to ensure business customers’ transition from 2G to modern networks is as seamless as possible, as networks chief Howard Watson announces prep to support them in the process. 
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         Partnerships & Alliances Partnerships & AlliancesTelefónica adds Siemens to Industry 4.0 solutions mixSpain-focused partnership aims to bring coherence to factories’ IT and networks estates, using meld of Siemens and Telefónica tech. 
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         M&A M&AIndia: is Vodafone back?Does UK group’s move to up stake in #3 MNO mark re-commitment after years of backing off? Follows recent upbeat developments at Vi, pending 5G reboot, and strong run for local economy. Read more… 
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         Partnerships & Alliances Partnerships & AlliancesNCR Atleos: Operators need global partners matched to B2B digital ambitionEmerging as a stealth powerhouse within the telecom industry ecosystem, NCR Atleos discreetly offers unmatched global hub and field support underpinning operators’ rapid deployment, management and commercialisation of headline‑grabbing technologies, including AI infrastructure and security. 
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         Network & Infra Network & InfraOrange pencils in Slovakia for next 5G standalone launchOrange Slovakia is said to be next in line for 5G SA after Belgium, France, and Spain. 
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         M&A M&AVi and Airtel sell out of troubled Wi-Fi joint ventureIndian operator duo sell 100% of Firefly Networks, bringing in around INR 45m each. Move comes as latest split between Vodafone and Airtel following Indus Towers stake sale. Read more… 
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         Strategy & Change Strategy & ChangeDT seeks savings with merger of wholesale businessesGroup to meld domestic wholesale unit and international connectivity business T-Global Carrier, creating new arm with more than 1,000 industry clients. 
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         Strategy & Change Strategy & ChangeVi to leverage lessons as 5G spectator as it plots March launch5G launch on track for go-live by the end of March, with CEO Akshaya Moondra apparently plotting aggressive pricing strategy to catch up with rivals. 
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         Public Affairs Public AffairsBall in German authorities’ court after 5G defeatGermany’s BNetzA reported still to be mulling over its response to service providers’ remarkable court victory over 2019 auction terms. 
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         Analyst Briefings Analyst BriefingsVodafonewatch Weekly: Italian deal done to kickstart 2025Latest from Vodafone and its ecosystem, including the Italian divestment; more federal funding in Germany; a reprieve in India for embattled Vi; and a significant Chinese tie-up in Egypt… 
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         Network & Infra Network & InfraTelefónica and Millicom push net-share on-button in ColombiaGroups’ local operating businesses cite coverage and capacity benefits as they turn on unified 3G and 4G grid. 
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         Network & Infra Network & InfraVi gains spectrum payment reprieve, hints at more network spend in responseIndia’s Department of Telecommunications waives deferred spectrum obligations, freeing Vi of up to INR 248bn burden. 
 























