All Legal (compliance, regulatory) articles – Page 34

  • vfw#189-italian-flag-nick-read
    M&A

    Vodafone decries Italian broadband plan

    2020-09-10T11:33:00Z

    Italy’s plan to create a single national broadband network moves closer, but deal still has some hurdles to overcome and Vodafone CEO Read signals he is opposed. Beyond broadband network, project might include 5G, edge computing, cloud and data centres, creating further strategic complexity for Vodafone’s Italian interests.

  • tfw#147-finnegan-three
    M&A

    New Three boss snipes at O2–Virgin merger

    2020-09-07T13:58:00Z

    Finnegan doubtful on merits of O2–Virgin Media deal, but bullish on leading further UK consolidation.

  • tfw147-tt-colombia-spectrum
    Network & Infra

    Movistar signals interest in Colombian 5G spectrum

    2020-09-07T13:52:00Z

    Operating business highlights plans to beef up its 5G spectrum platform, despite ongoing suggestions parent Telefónica is keen to reduce ties to the Colombian market.

  • El Salvador Independence flag
    M&A

    Telefónica jilted in LatAm again

    2020-09-04T12:45:00Z

    América Móvil gave up on Movistar El Salvador acquisition. Telefónica once again sees sale of a Latin American asset derailed by actions of local competition and regulatory watchdogs.

  • Tfw#147-buenos-aires-fernandez
    Public Affairs

    Telefónica Argentina hit by Fernández decree

    2020-08-26T08:13:00Z

    Presidential decree to freeze broadband, telephony, and pay-TV tariffs until end-2020 further weakens Argentina’s place in Telefónica world. Move seen as damaging enough to warrant cross-industry response. In subsequent dialogue with Enacom, operators show some willingness to play ball in return for assurances on “industry sustainability”.

  • BTw#315-bt-sport-set-manda
    M&A

    BT readies itself to ward off unwanted advances

    2020-08-25T06:53:00Z

    With its share price deflated, dividend suspended, and a series of financial challenges on the horizon, BT Group is consulting on the best way to shore its defences against unsolicited bids. Boutique banker and trusted Vodafone advisor Robey Warshaw may be added to BT defence team. KKR emerges as ...

  • O2 meets interim target on coverage obligations
    Premium

    O2 meets interim target on coverage obligations

    2020-08-20T15:19:00Z

    Operating business back on track with LTE rollout after supply chain troubles, but is still playing catch-up on coverage obligations.

  • Infratel–Indus Towers merger remains in limbo
    Premium

    Infratel–Indus Towers merger remains in limbo

    2020-08-20T14:17:00Z

    Deal, agreed more than two years ago, continues to be clouded in uncertainty. Latest delay likely related to uncertainty over Vodafone Idea’s payment of AGR dues. Bharti Infratel chairman confident of favourable ruling from Supreme Court, and that Vodafone will “definitely stay” in India.

  • btw315-tt-copper-pstn
    Network & Infra

    UK security industry braces for IP voice surge

    2020-08-19T14:43:00Z

    Openreach looks set to take the plunge on all-IP exchange migration in the coming months and BT’s retail divisions are making a push for IP-based voice services. Industry body BSIA urging members to ensure electronic security estates are prepared for the impending analogue switch-off.

  • Tfw#146-traffic-light-drillisch
    Strategy & Change

    Drillisch roaming talks becoming “mother of all battles”

    2020-08-17T13:47:00Z

    Prospective new MNO remains stuck in talks with rivals, leaving Germany’s four-player 5G strategy in limbo.

  • BTw#315-bt-ofcom-old-phone
    Public Affairs

    Ofcom wholesale voice review rings in changes for BT

    2020-08-14T13:12:00Z

    The call services market is changing and Ofcom proposals aim to keep up with the times.

  • Tfw#145-oi-deck-chairs
    M&A

    Oi can afford to be choosy as rival bids for assets emerge

    2020-08-06T08:31:00Z

    Restructuring Brazilian operator Oi is weighing up escalating offers for its mobile assets as a consortium of local operators compete with private equity-funded infrastructure provider Highline. TIM Brasil may have most at stake in bidding, with speculation it would take the lion’s share of Oi assets.

  • Tfw#145-costa-rica-sale
    M&A

    Telefónica uses Liberty for Costa Rica exit Plan B

    2020-07-30T12:33:00Z

    Telefónica still intends to pursue legal action against former buyer Millicom. New agreement looks to have wiped $70m off the previously agreed deal.

  • tfw145-tt-brasil-vivo-5g
    Network & Infra

    Vivo launching 5G DSS in Brazil, semi-committing to Huawei infra

    2020-07-20T17:45:00Z

    Telefónica’s NatCo to launch 5G network on refarmed spectrum this week, as COVID-19 holds up frequency auctions. DSS employed but workaround deemed“not ideal”. Vivo VP gives tentative green light to Huawei, despite increasing regulatory threat to Chinese-backed networks. Host of new digital ...

  • dtw095-19b-peacock
    Premium

    TMUS and Dish set aside differences (for now)

    2020-07-20T16:22:00Z

    Ergen shows TMUS he will not be easy to deal with.

  • Tfw145-03-green-plant
    Premium

    Elsewhere in Telefónica Group: Green initiatives and TV studio launch

    2020-07-19T18:23:00Z

    Telefónica recognised for green credentials, and maintains progress in TV content creation. 

  • Tfw145-28-raindrops
    Public Affairs

    Telco execs to share private comms in Phones 4u case

    2020-07-18T18:53:00Z

    Senior management at Telefónica, BT, DT, Orange, and Vodafone may be required to hand over their phones for inspection as discovery continues in the lawsuit examining alleged operator collusion in the downfall of Phones 4u.

  • Red benches house of lords
    Suppliers & SCM

    Lords pressures BT on Huawei human rights record

    2020-07-17T13:29:00Z

    Lords pushing to raise obligations of infrastructure owners to police the supply chain in a way that goes beyond current modern slavery legislation. Government recognised concerns as legitimate, but prioritising improving UK infrastructure rollout. Proposed amendments could put exclusion of Huawei from fixed infrastructure on a faster track than ...

  • abhimanyu-balhara-DFsWoFOGPlg-unsplash
    Financial & Performance

    Jio turns into Vodafone Idea’s worst digital nightmare

    2020-07-16T14:21:00Z

    Massive Google investment underscores both Jio’s domination and its ambition to develop wide range of popular digital services. Who’s Who of foreign investors, which includes digital-savvy Facebook, now accounts for nearly a third of Jio Platform equity. Vodafone’s long-term outlook in India looks even more perilous than before, after ...

  • vfw188-tt-vodafone-australia
    M&A

    VHA starts new slate as TPG Telecom

    2020-07-14T07:27:00Z

    Berroeta keeps CEO role post-merger; Teoh watches on closely as non-executive Chairman. Mobile and fixed network “synergies” a priority. Vodafone brand sits alongside slew of TPG sub-brands.