North America Telecoms News
All the latest telecoms insight, news and analysis from across North America, including BT, Deutsche Telekom/T-Mobile US, Telefónica and Vodafone.
People
Latest Deutsche Telekom people moves: T‑Mobile names Digital lead for enterprise
Shaikh takes Digital reins at T‑Mobile for Business to drive US enterprise and public sector growth ambitions. T‑Systems Netherlands reshuffles leadership pack with new Country Board. German fibre JV GlasfaserPlus completes management line‑up.
Products & Services
T-Mobile launches “no BS” campaign to fight cablecos
Latest ‘Un‑Carrier’ move aims to fix what T‑Mobile claims are entrenched issues in US broadband market. 5G FWA network set for expansion. Consumers offered suite of deals and incentives. Enterprise Head Callie Field adds plans for businesses.
People
Fries outstrips Read on earnings front
Liberty Global CEO Mike Fries took home $62m in FY21, putting him ahead of peers at fellow large telcos including Vodafone’s Nick Read.
Partnerships & Alliances
TMUS aims for more bucks with Bango
US NatCo builds on previous relationship with BilltoMobile.
Strategy & Change
Elsewhere in T-Mobile US: Deloitte selected as Auditor
TMUS follows in DT’s footsteps with selection of Deloitte as new auditor.
Financial & Performance
“Give the competition a chance”: T-Mobile US flaunts 5G dominance, dismisses inflation concerns
Positive set of figures from T‑Mobile US as operator surpasses customer gain estimates. NatCo more than keen to highlight 5G influence, claiming a ‘two‑year lead’ on rivals AT&T and Verizon. Cost of living crisis a “real opportunity” for T‑Mobile to “serve more people as the value leader”, says CEO ...
Public Affairs
TMUS ‘lost $200,000’ attempting to buy back leaked data
Reports say it’s unclear whether or not the US NatCo was aware of payments made to cybercriminals. Last year’s data breach affected nearly 55 million users.
Strategy & Change
DT’s Greek epic: 50% OTE ownership marker in sight
DT’s stake in Greek incumbent continues to inch upwards. Albeit recently a passive development, driven by OTE corporate treasury activity, the development chimes with numerous recent signals by Group management of its commitment to Greece and willingness to raise investment. DT’s third largest market.
People
Deutsche Telekom people moves: Appel takes chairmanship
New Chairman Appel confirmed despite shareholder criticisms. Europe’s Leroy completes management team with B2B Growth appointment. Magenta TV boss Schuld leaves the Group, with interim replacement in line. Makedonski Telekom’s CTIO Jovanović exits.
Strategy & Change
Elsewhere in T-Mobile US: Metro stores launch new broadband offering
TMUS continues experiments with cell tower battery alternatives.
Partnerships & Alliances
UiPath highlights RPA tie‑ups with T‑Mobile, Vodacom
T‑Mobile has been working with RPA specialists to handle the Sprint integration. Vodacom sees RPA as key to operational efficiency and customer experience.