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Pandemic stalls Telefónica’s alarm JV launch

Pandemic lockdown said to have effectively wiped out the first quarter’s trading of Movistar Prosegur Alarmas, with crisis management the priority. Despite tough start, MPA customer base forecast to treble within a year.

Strategy & Change

O2 Germany to create joint tech division under CTIO Rao

German operating business continues network and IT integration efforts. Plans to create 60 ‘future‑oriented’ positions in fields such as cloud and cybersecurity.

Network & Infrastructure

Spain launches €40m programme to test 5G use-cases

Eight new projects will explore 5G use-cases in 13 different sectors. Spain claims leadership for most 5G pilots in EU.

Financial & Performance

Q2 FY20 first take: Telefónica distracts as reality bites

Another social pact unveiled as COVID‑19 and currency falls combine to wipe €1.5bn off reported revenue, and shred profitability. Cash generation a priority as strict — and seemingly permanent — spending and investment restrictions are put in place. Telefónica Infra ambition emerging as plans for new wholesale fibre networks ...

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"One place to find all of the relevant information you need.” - Strategic Client Director, Telefónica Business Solutions
"It´s a wonderful and complete one-stop shop to keep abreast of all the corporate information.” - Head of Communications, Telefónica Group
"Pulls together news from across the Group, which is otherwise hard to obtain from within an OB” - Procurement Manager, O2 UK
“Comprehensive, informative and packed with insight.” - Director, Telefónica Group

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Financial & Performance
Q2 FY20 first take: Telefónica distracts as reality bites
Another social pact unveiled as COVID‑19 and currency falls combine to wipe €1.5bn off reported revenue, and shred profitability. Cash generation a priority as strict — and seemingly permanent — spending and investment restrictions are put in place. Telefónica Infra ambition emerging as plans for new wholesale fibre networks ...
M&A
Telefónica uses Liberty for Costa Rica exit Plan B
Telefónica still intends to pursue legal action against former buyer Millicom. New agreement looks to have wiped $70m off the previously agreed deal.
Partnerships & Alliances
Axiata swaps Vodafone for Telefónica
A score for Telefónica in global Partners Program vs Partner Markets match-up. Axiata to integrate and resell ElevenPaths cybersecurity. Deal expands Telefónica presence in ASEAN region as it strives to deliver growth through an overdue expansion in the MNC space.