All articles by Neal Doran – Page 13
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Financial & PerformanceQ1 FY23–24: BT boasts revenue boost as price hikes pay off
Revenue up across every division, EBITDA follows suit in all but Business.
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B2BBT sees SMEs under attack as cybersecurity becomes a strategic priority
As ransomware growth plateaus, cybercriminals are said to be extending their reach to cover smaller targets, with digitalisation creating heightened SME vulnerability.
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Public AffairsVantage resists EU plans for regulating TowerCos
Vodafone-backed InfraCo troubled by prospect of regulated pricing and terms if new ultrafast rollout regulation proceeds as planned.
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Network & InfraVodafone spreads Qwilt to network edge
Scalable open CDN solution said to provide end-users on Vodafone network with responsive, low-latency streaming services.
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PeoplewatchBT’s Jansen to head off as investor pressure gathers steam
BT confirms that Group CEO Philip Jansen will leave within the next year.
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Financial & PerformanceBT Business boosted as Consumer made to pay its way
Reallocation of costs one month after FY22–23 announcement sees Consumer profitability and cash flow contribution slimmed down as Enterprise sees improvements.
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Strategy & ChangeE& expansion rumours encroach on Vodafone turf
Vodafone’s largest shareholder following through with global growth ambitions, with early targets coinciding with European operator’s satellites.
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Strategy & ChangeBT pension remains a block on Openreach spin-out potential
As BT and pension trustees continue with deficit-clearing plans, any activity that threatens disruption to progress could be vetoed.
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Strategy & ChangeBT wrestling with skills gap in “turbulent” times
BT Business seeking to position itself as a dynamic workplace as telcos continue to battle deep-pocketed IT rivals for vital software skills.
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Vendor VoiceElisa Polystar: Take a shortcut through the hype cycle for effective network automation
Established operators such as Vodafone are recognising the opportunities of deep network automation but don’t have the greenfield luxury of a clear path. Elisa Polystar believes this challenge can be addressed with the right roadmap.
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Network & InfraVi and peers wary of India plans for satellite communications
Mobile operators wary of new satellite players launching services unencumbered by costs and restrictions experienced by traditional players.
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PremiumBT FY22–23: BT buys time with merger as B2B troubles linger
Global and Enterprise go out with a whimper, as Jansen stresses merger cost savings will provide breathing space for BT to refocus in the B2B sector.
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PremiumWatson welcomes UK strategy as DSIT sets 5G goals
BT’s Chief Networks & Security Officer hails DSIT wireless goals, but practical support will be needed to make 5G innovation an operational and commercial reality.
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PremiumEssam hails UK wireless strategy as DSIT sets 5G goals
Vodafone supporting government’s attempt to inject urgency into UK 5G development to unlock economic benefits, with 5G SA expected to reach all by 2030.
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PremiumVi cash crisis piles pressure on tower partners, investors
Indus Towers seeing some success in debt recovery from Vodafone‑backed operator, but more work to be done.
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Network & InfraBT’s Watson urges “scared” telcos to embrace innovation, but efficiently
Solving the conundrum of driving innovation while managing energy efficiency will demand operators get a grip on legacy technology says BT networks chief, speaking at DSP Leaders event.
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Strategy & ChangeVodafone’s Petty calls for telcos to get “sexy” to pull more engineers
Vodafone CDIO, speaking at DSP Leaders event, is calling for cultural change that will accept engineers being rewarded in a manner rivalling traditional telco leadership and on a par with hyperscalers.
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Financial & PerformanceBT FY22–23: tough talk on jobs hides slow progress and postponed ambitions
Group CEO Philip Jansen sets sights on end-of-decade transformation as BT gets lean, builds on network strengths.
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Financial & PerformanceVodafone FY22–23: Della Valle to bring Group “back to basics” with business-first approach
New CEO wants Group turnaround to build on existing strengths in B2B while fixing customer experience declines.
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Premiume& deepens Vodafone ties, adds CEO to board
Vodafone has entered a “strategic relationship” with its largest shareholder.