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Premium
VM O2 fibre wholesale talks “not easy”, says Schüler
CEO Lutz Schüler in “balancing act” with prospective wholesale customers.
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Network & Infrastructure
Don’t bank on the big two for buyouts, Brit altnets warned
As UK Infrastructure Bank highlights challenge of financing fibre rollout at pace, a report from Communication Chambers warns altnets to consider consolidation plans carefully.
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Public Affairs
CMA investigates BT Sport over “suspected breaches” of competition law
UK Competition and Markets Authority launches probe into possible cartel-like behaviour among sports broadcasting arms of BT Group, IMG Media, ITV, and Sky.
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Premium
BT Q4 FY21–22: Openreach rallies troops for Jansen’s war
Jansen emphasises importance of fast migration to fibre as defence against wholesale rivals, and BT is heavily recruiting to provision new customers.
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Network & Infrastructure
UK telco execs call time on net neutrality
BT’s Allera, VM O2’s Cobian, and Vodafone’s Essam share their views on ‘big tech’ contributions to network investment.
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Network & Infrastructure
Liberty CTO sees VM O2 fibre cost advantage
Rodriguez bullish on a cost-effective transition to fibre in the UK market, confounding the consensus view. However, other Liberty ventures may see a longer and more costly migration. Liberty embracing an all-IP environment as a chance to make the most of network capacity while delivering bundled offerings. Perils of ...
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Premium
Ofcom urges service providers to promote social tariffs
Regulator says 1.1 million households struggling to pay for broadband. Social tariffs can help, but only six service providers offer the discounts. Millions of eligible households don’t know about the cheaper plans. Ofcom expects industry to “step up”.
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Financial & Performance
BT Q3: king of a still-wobbly hill
Corporate weakness postpones recovery, with BT Global recuperating and BT Enterprise still in surgery. Rational rivals embraced, but warned of “Armageddon scenario”, with Sky current BFF. Discovery tie-up a win-win for BT Sport (but what about for BT itself?). Openreach charges on, hitting new records for FTTP connections and ...
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Strategy & Change
Jansen battle-ready as competition grows on two fronts
BT CEO returns to pre-pandemic promises of a more robust defence of BT’s market position, on price if necessary. Speculation on heightened wholesale competition comes as Openreach Equinox fibre pricing looks set to reinforce the Group’s strong position. Retail threats may be more pressing for the incumbent as Sky ...
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Premium
Elsewhere in BT Consumer: Ofcom launches One-Touch Switch
Ofcom makes it easier to switch; Openreach waives installation fees for low-income households; BT Sport partner Qwilt earns Allera recognition and Cisco funding.
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Profile
CEO Lutz Schüler relishes challenger role at VM O2
After Virgin Media O2’s first 100 days, Schüler is raring to go head-to-head with BT on full fibre, wholesale, and B2B. Reportedly in talks with Sky on fibre investment. Determined merger integration won’t slow VM O2 down. Big believer in “data and digital” for delivering what customers want; hints ...
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M&A
DAZN targets Premier League with BT Sport bid — reports
Reports indicate BT is in “advanced” stage talks with DAZN to offload BT Sport, with a deal mooted “within weeks”. Broadcasting rights the big-ticket item for US streaming specialist, while BT looks to focus efforts on network expansion.
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Premium
Vodafone people moves: Technology splits and board changes
Group board changes include Ahuja’s departure. Vodafone networks exec and TIP Chair Tenorio picks up Lime Micro chairmanship. Vodafone Spain continues leadership overhaul in Consumer, Enterprise, and Technology divisions.
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Partnerships & Alliances
Sky “fundamental” to BT Sport strategic partnerships
As BT’s sports broadcasting division hunts for minority investors or strategic partners, CEO Jansen puts Sky tie-up front and centre. ITV backs away from chipping in, but remains keen on partnership.
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Content & TV
Ex-BT chief Patterson tipped for Super League top-spot
Former BT CEO Patterson said to be among those considered for controversial European Super League stewardship. Former employer BT stands against the breakaway league proposals.
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Premium
Elsewhere in BT Consumer: Extreme E rights nabbed
BT Sport takes racing rights and targets Ashes renewal.
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Network & Infrastructure
Virgin Media preps Lightning for post-JV world
Liberty Global confident of JV clearance, and anticipates Telefónica talks on ambitious and aggressive fixed-line rollout. Liberty’s Sky relationship appears key, with prospects for collaboration heightened by a friendly face at the helm. Meanwhile, Virgin Media appears to be finally embracing PIA from Openreach for cheaper fibre rollout.
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People
BT’s sports rights boss Haworth subbed off
Andy Haworth, BT Sport Rights & Commercial Managing Director, is set to take a position away from BT. Departure follows renewal of key rugby rights, but with critical Premier League negotiations on the horizon.
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Premium
BT people moves: Consumer gets new Commercial MD; ex-CEO Patterson takes charity post
Consumer goes shopping at Sainsbury’s for new Commercial boss. Openreach looking to energise data strategy with appointment of new lead. Gavin Patterson takes responsible business chairmanship.
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Content & TV
BT in cross-fire over pay-per-view matches
Broadcasters switch to pay-per-view model for Premiership football. Flak taken for pricing, but pegged as an interim measure to survive COVID.
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