Latest Regional News – Page 17
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InterviewSinch on APIs (and RCS): remapping the complex CSP-CPaaS dynamic?
Sinch CMO Jonathan Bean tells TelcoTitans how CSPs and CPaaS players can work together to develop network API and RCS ecosystems to grow their already lucrative mutual revenue pie — including opening up the critical ‘communications developer’ community.
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Network & InfraMonetisation talks as Telefónica begins data-led 5G core update
Operator running tech partner selection process for new network data analytics function in mobile core stack.
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Venturing & InvestmentsPatrizia targets connectivity players with fresh European infra fund
Patrizia teams up with Universal Investment to launch new long-term European investment fund, with focus on digital infrastructure. Pair seeking businesses with “stable, predictable cash flows” to grow portfolio and drive return on investment.
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OperationsMagenta Exchange: T-Mobile and DT seek to dial up exec connections
Telcos’ HR chiefs Birgit Bohle and Deeanne King devise plan to bring US and European sides of Deutsche Telekom’s business closer together.
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InterviewSateliot CEO charts course towards €1bn annual sales
Jaume Sanpera, CEO of Spanish IoT-focused satellite operator, says close collaboration with MNOs is set to drive startup towards target of €1bn in annual revenue by 2030.
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Financial & PerformanceKlopp-backed AI sports tech player files for insolvency
Sporttotal, partner of Deutsche Telekom on automated action tracking system, applies to open insolvency proceedings as funding dries up.
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Financial & PerformanceAfrica’s Helios Towers still prioritising tenancy over build; seeks to maintain FY24 ‘momentum’
One year into Africa-focused TowerCo’s ‘lease-up’ strategy pivot: CEO Tom Greenwood says group is confident in reaching colo and cash targets, with further tenancies on existing towers within grasp. M&A remains no-go…
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Network & InfraVantage Towers hopeful on ‘massive’ European small cells potential, with UK bringing the blueprint
MWC 2025: Head of Business & Product Development Jaime Abril paints optimistic picture of European market, but calls for regulatory shift and cultural change among MNO customers.
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M&ATelefónica puts finishing touches on Colombian exit plan
Telefónica and Millicom reach a formal agreement on consolidation of their Colombian businesses, preparing the way for Telefónica to exit the market. Movement also being seen on parallel effort to secure antitrust approval for transaction, and proposed buyout of government minority holding in Telefónica Colombia.
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Partnerships & AlliancesSES drives multi-orbit strategy with long-term Lynk-up
Luxembourgish SatCo finances US-based Lynk Global’s satellite constellation build, while helping it to bring manufacturing into Europe for the first time. Lynk mooted for potential role in European space programmes, while SES advances its shift towards multi-orbit.
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Partnerships & AlliancesOrange adds Telesat to its growing LEO portfolio
French operator’s latest satellite alliance sees it expand wholesale connectivity portfolio, while providing ground connectivity for the Canadian SatCo.
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InterviewDeutsche Telekom’s Abrahamson keeps firm hand on AI ‘fire hose’
Jonathan Abrahamson says the speed of AI-related developments can feel overwhelming, but DT keeps its focus on selecting and solving the key problems.
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Network & InfraVM O2 takes aim at mobile network ‘pain points’ with £700m spend plan
UK operator expects to spend £700m this year to alleviate network “pain points” for customers and improve mobile service experience.
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Network & InfraOrange preps major data centre expansion project
Group looks to scale its existing asset base while opening up its infrastructure for third-party usage, with former TOTEM CEO Nicolas Roy becoming architect of new data centre strategy.
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Content & TVBT’s MAUD to target content super peaks as it scales up
Next-gen IP transmission tech delivers positive results in first live tests, teeing up trials of personalised ads for live and on-demand content.
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Suppliers & SCMTelefónica taps Spinnaker for Oracle, VMware support in Germany
German OpCo has opted for US-based third-party software support provider Spinnaker to maintain its legacy Oracle and VMware estates as it focuses on digital transformation.
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MarketingBT brand to retain consumer spot after strategy rethink
BT to keep titular brand running alongside EE in the consumer space, reversing a decision to scrap the BT marque. Move reportedly made to retain “older customers” familiar with legacy branding, as BT faces imminent migration of customers onto newer services…
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Network & InfraOrange outlines roadmap for scaling 5G standalone
While Orange remains focused on Europe for 5G SA network investment, the operator veers into vendor territory with the launch of a 5G core network as a service offer to help other operators get on board.
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Products & ServicesOrange’s new API lead wants to get down to business in 2025
Orange API veteran Otilia Anton lays out her commercial and product development priorities after being appointed to lead the Group’s newly-created go-to-market unit for developer platforms.
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InnovationBT further sharpens networks focus with innovation strategy shift
MWC 2025: BT Business director Hena Jalil outlines shift in innovation approach to align with broader shift to focus on connectivity rather than non-core verticals. Group continues to build AI expertise in search of new network features and products.