Telefónica Group – Page 50
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M&ATelefónica nearing Uruguay exit?
New suitor emerges as Telefónica considers bid for Uruguayan unit. Local politician leading acquisition push on behalf of consortium partners. Reported bid falls some way short of independent valuation.
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Venturing & InvestmentsWayra UK sets up fundraising support initiative
UK incubator leans on expertise of outside consultancy to launch Wayraise scheme. Mountside helping ensure Wayra businesses are “investor-ready” and works to facilitate greater flow of VC into startup ecosystem.
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Public AffairsTelefónica on edge as rambunctious Peru government beds in
Reports highlight fears that multinationals in Peru may face tougher opposition in trading and taxation disputes as the new Peruvian administration develops its strategy under a strongly left-leaning President. Risks the future of a local Telefónica InfraCo; could face complications in a challenging political climate.
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Products & ServicesGovertis added to Telefónica’s Peru line-up
Cyber consultancy and Telefónica acquisition bolsters Telefónica Tech Peru portfolio. Movistar Empresas to offer compliance and risk services.
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Innovation (R&D)DT: Open RAN not there yet, but developing fast
Deutsche Telekom’s view on open RAN state of play. Mixed bag: encouraging pace of development, but complexity reigns. Programmability capability is two to three years away. “Must have” automation needed to tackle integration challenge.
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Strategy & ChangeEvans elevated to lead Telefónica’s digital strategy
Former O2 UK CEO takes a step up the Group management ladder after missing out on role as head of merged UK JV. Potential for pivotal digital double act with Chema Alonso bringing innovation expertise to be harnessed by Evans’ commercial nous. Navarro remains as key adviser to Chairman, ...
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Network & InfrastructureLiberty sees UK–Dutch tower separation “sooner than later”
CFO says group “not in love with” tower ownership and keen to unlock value. Virgin Media O2 and VodafoneZiggo assets in focus.
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PremiumTelefónica people moves: VM O2 hiring spree
VM O2 continues to bed in second layers of leadership after inaugurating top-table. Telefónica Tech makes regional appointments in Brazil, Germany, and Mexico.
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Public AffairsFour years later, O2 UK bribery probe hits headlines
Sunday Telegraph report highlights an investigation into alleged corruption among O2 UK management. Claims appear linked to alleged abuse of the O2 UK incentive scheme, first identified in 2017, which prompted a significant overhaul of the operator’s anti-corruption policy and procedures.
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Partnerships & AlliancesTelefónica expands into satIoT with Astrocast
Group flags testing of satIoT platform at Wayra hub in Germany. LEO venture expanding “reachability” of Group’s asset tracking systems into remote regions.
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PremiumAtento notches growth in Telefónica CX relationship
Former Telefónica subsidiary Atento flags growth in Telefónica revenue as numbers return to pre-pandemic levels. Contact centre operator’s increased interest in ‘Multisector’ business not yet fulfilling revenue diversification ambitions, with Telefónica contract expirations looming.
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Strategy & ChangeElsewhere in Telefónica Group: Telefónica ties with Aerial
Elsewhere in Telefónica Group: Telefónica ties with Aerial Source: Aerial Telefónica tied with Canada-based Wi-Fi motion-based analytics specialist Aerial Technologies to conduct a remote care pilot project in the municipality of Luciana in Castilla-La Mancha, Spain. The test will monitor the condition of participants aged between ...
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Venturing & InvestmentsTelefónica Innovation & Venturing Roundup: Group profits from Altiostar
One Wayra investment exceeds crowdfunding target while another enters Asia-Pacific; Hispam startup accelerator launches innovation call in Peru; Group makes tidy profit from Altiostar divestment.
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M&AFiBrasil straight into M&A action with Phoenix Fiber buy
Vivo said to have been collaborating with the Phoenix fibre unit since March 2019. Deal brings in a further 170,000 premises, with 310,000 to come.
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Network & InfrastructureTelefónica gets nod for Colombian open RAN trial
Two Telefónica projects advance to a testing phase in Colombia’s Regulatory Sandbox initiative. Open RAN project builds on Internet para Todos rollout in Latin America. SOC targets real-time network experience monitoring.
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OperationsVivo Empresas gets hiring to accelerate digital sales
B2B unit to ramp up commercial activity through New Talents scheme. Hybridised work schedule on offer to applicants.
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Venturing & InvestmentsWayra-backed Optimus Price exceeds crowdfunding target
AI retail startup raises more than €450,000 on CrowdCube. Optimus Price adds to Wayra’s retail tech activity.
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PremiumTelefónica finalises Telxius tower sale as infra deals flow
American Tower acquires last tranche of 31,000 Telxius towers for €7.7bn, with deal set to reduce Telefónica net debt by €4.6bn. Fibre InfraCos in Latin America ramp up, with KKR expanding its relationship with the Group. Digital businesses also restructuring with Telefónica Tech spreading its influence.
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PremiumTelefónica Tech likes to be in Cloud Garden with IBM
Duo launches hybrid cloud enterprise solutions based on AI and blockchain. Aim to make omni-channel customer support services more efficient and improve supply chain management. New set of services leverages recently upgraded Cloud Garden, a joint Telefónica–IBM initiative.
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PremiumH1 FY21: Telefonica seeks rationality at its core
Core markets showing progress as the worst effects of the pandemic begin to recede. Steady move towards converged services across all markets reflects continued pursuit of a valuefocused strategy as digital services begin to proliferate. Spanish flagship leading the way on strategy, but still experiencing a tough competitive market. ...