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PremiumTests underway to offload Vodacom South Africa’s mobile traffic
VdSA reportedly in tests to offload its mobile traffic onto VAST Networks’ open access Wi-Fi network.
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PremiumSafaricom is the latest to introduce LTE services
Safaricom is the latest Vodafone business to launch voice-over-LTE and video-over-LTE services.
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PremiumVodafone Group gave its backing to Libra, Facebook’s planned new digital currency
Vodafone gave its backing to Libra, a new digital currency planned by Facebook. Apart from France-based Iliad Group, Vodafone is the only network operator among the initial 28 members of the Libra Association. Others in the Association include eBay, Lyft, Mastercard, PayPal, Spotify, and Uber. Each member must pay ...
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Public AffairsVodafone Czech Republic competition threat resurfaces, ahead of 5G auction
CTÚ to launch another bid to disrupt three-player cosiness. Quid pro quo for 700MHz and 3.4GHz-3.6GHz availability.
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PremiumPTC flags a “strategic alliance” with Vodafone Business
US-based wireless technology specialist PTC flagged a “strategic alliance” with Vodafone Business
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PremiumVodafone Business providing IoT connectivity for Perch Interactive’s products
Perch Interactive, a retail display specialist, highlighted that Vodafone Business is providing IoT connectivity for its products.
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Public Affairs
Vodafone Germany under more pressure to offer Vodafone Pass EU-wide
Consumer group wins bid to force VfD to offer Vodafone Pass across EU. VfD can appeal; court decision non-binding. Calls for a hefty fine on OpCo.
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PremiumCommScope flags its involvement in Vodafone Germany’s DOCSIS 3.1 network upgrade, with Arris
Gigabit cable plan coming together, with vendors clamouring for credit and Unitymedia deal clearance expected.
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PremiumVodafone Germany has shift-screen installed by SIGMA System Audio-Visuell
“Professional presentation” technology specialist SIGMA System Audio-Visuell installed a shift-screen at VfD Vodafone Campus headquarters in Düsseldorf.
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PremiumVodafone Egypt chosen as digital partner for new healthcare system
VfEg among the beneficiaries of a local visit in May 2019 by Liam Fox, UK Secretary of State for International Trade The visit was accompanied by the signing of new partnership agreements.
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PremiumVodafone Egypt fined, following service outage
Vodafone Egypt fined EGP 10m, for service disruption.
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Strategy & ChangeVodacom Group shifts to ‘International’ enterprise play
Vodacom Business Africa moves to wider and shallower strategy, with increased commercial mindedness. Vodacom continuing to chase African powerhouse dream.
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Public AffairsVodafone Group quietly exits Iran
Geopolitics strikes again; June 2019 filing reveals exit from enterprise and network tie-up.
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PremiumVodafone Germany slams German 5G auction as “catastrophic”
Vodafone coughs up €1.88bn on 3.6GHz and 2GHz frequencies. VfD CEO calls on government to hand back auction proceeds. OpCo wants joint reinvestment network programme for white spots. Spectrum bill tops €2bn despite huge misgivings about auction rules. Telekom complains of “bitter aftertaste” and investment “dampener”. MNO legal action ...
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PremiumAgreement between Vodacom Democratic Republic of Congo, and the government, said to have been reached
VdDRC said to have reached an agreement with the government, ending standoff over the suspension of the OpCo’s 2G licence.
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PremiumArch Summit 2019: Special Report
Arch Summit now established as a forum for Vodafone suppliers and partners. Wibergh teases-out Vodafone’s Technology 2025 strategy; fuelled by ‘radical simplification’ mantra, ‘Technology Communications Company’ goal. VPC’s Wilson walks-the-digital-walk with SCM Control Centre; outlines multi-dimensional supply chain (and partnering) vision. £50m-budget Group Foundation getting commercial with VBV investment ...
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Strategy & ChangeWibergh trailers next five-year plan for Group Tech
Johan Wibergh, Chief Technology Officer of Vodafone, used the Arch Summit to provide a teaser on the Group’s coming “Technology 2025” strategic update, and a glimpse into leadership’s latest thinking about how it can protect revenue and relevance as challenges continue to mount.
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Strategy & ChangeVPC tightening up act with SCM Control Centre
Ninian Wilson, Global Supply Chain Director at Vodafone, used his keynote at Arch Summit to highlight ongoing digitisation of Vodafone Procurement Company’s (VPC) internal functions as it continues to spearhead efforts to drive cost out of the Group’s P&L.
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Strategy & ChangeVodafone Group seeks to shore base with ‘One More Service’ plan
The Group is refreshing its defensive commercial strategy. Marginal-gains mission handed to all OpCos and central functions.