Virgin Media O2 Business and Daisy Group have merged to create a major force in UK communications and IT. With around 700,000 customers and projected savings of £600 million, the new entity aims to drive B2B growth and digital transformation. VMO2 holds a 70 percent stake, and leadership will include executives from both companies.
Virgin Media O2 has cut Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 56 percent since 2020 and expanded its electric vehicle fleet. Progress includes major energy savings, renewable electricity use, and reductions in packaging waste, all part of its push toward net zero emissions.
Virgin Media O2 is revolutionizing connectivity in Northern UK, emphasizing a sustainable digital future through significant investments and cutting-edge VoIP technology. Their ambitious move promises over 3.4 million connections, delivering gigabit speeds 16 times faster than average, and a robust expansion of their 5G network—bridging gaps in accessibility and digital inclusivity.
Siemens is pioneering a unique solution by selling segments of O2 Telefónica’s public 5G network to water utilities in Germany. By leveraging 5G network slicing, Siemens aims to enhance connectivity for geographically dispersed operations. This strategic move promises efficient, secure integration, vital for the sector’s AI-driven automation goals.
O2 Germany is rapidly expanding its rural 5G network, adding 1,600 improvements and 100 new sites. Now covering over 97% of Germany’s population, the expansion enhances connectivity in both urban and remote areas. O2 aims to boost network capacity and improve service along transport routes.
Virgin Media O2 and Mavenir tested Open RAN technology at Twickenham Stadium during the Six Nations, showcasing its potential to improve mobile connectivity at large events. The trial, part of the 5G MoDE initiative, aims to enhance network reliability.
O2 is combating scam calls with AI-powered detection, flagging 150 million suspicious calls since partnering with Hiya. Common scams involve fraudsters posing as HMRC, Amazon, or banks. AI-driven efforts have reduced answered spam calls by 42%
Virgin Media O2 has announced a £700 million investment to enhance its 4G and 5G networks by 2025. This move is part of its expansive Mobile Transformation Plan, crucial for accommodating the surge in mobile data usage.
O2 Telefónica Germany strengthens its 5G network capabilities by partnering with Amazon Web Services (AWS). This collaboration enhances its standalone 5G core, utilizing AWS Outposts to efficiently handle network-intensive workloads.
O2 Telefónica Germany has extended its partnership with Mavenir, signing a five-year deal to transition its 4G and 5G voice services to Mavenir’s cloud-native IMS platform. This upgrade enhances scalability, supports VoLTE and VoNR, and integrates AI-driven automation.
