Viasat’s acquisition of Inmarsat advances as the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority grants unconditional approval, easing market competition concerns for in-flight Wi-Fi services amidst a rapidly evolving satellite communications sector.
Japanese mobile operators KDDI and Rakuten Mobile forge a new roaming agreement to boost network coverage, enhance connectivity, and reduce financial burden while streamlining 4G infrastructure utilization and 5G network rollout.
Cisco unveils bi-directional integration between AppDynamics and ThousandEyes, enhancing full-stack observability and customer digital experience monitoring. This unified solution offers real-time application dependency mapping and faster problem resolution, fostering collaboration across various IT teams and driving improved business outcomes.
Global mobile roaming data revenue is predicted to reach $10 billion in 2024, driven by 5G demand among travelers. Telecom operators face challenges in balancing costs with customer protection, as eSIM adoption and travel mobility services expand, intensifying competition.
TIM’s CEO addresses concerns about ServiceCo’s sustainability after the potential spin-off of its network operations, highlighting unique businesses within, such as TIM Brasil, Enterprise, and Consumer. With ongoing NetCo sale negotiations, Telecommunications Italy seeks fair market value offers.
MTN Considers Axian Telecom Bid MTN is considering a bid from Axian Telecom for its operating units in West Africa, specifically Guinea-Bissau, Guinea-Conakry, and Liberia. The potential deal is aligned with MTN’s ongoing efforts to reshape its portfolio, and the three units collectively account for 6.1 million of MTN’s customers and contributed to 0.7% of EBITDA. MTN’s first quarter financial results reported an 8.6% EBITDA growth and revenues of ZAR52.8 billion ($2.8 billion), a 15.6% YoY increase. With discussions with Axian Telecom still at an early stage, any announcement on a final agreement might not be expected soon. Read the full article. Deutsche Telekom Sees Q1 Success Deutsche Telekom (DT) has raised its earnings guidance for 2023 to around €40.9bn, up from its previous forecast of €40.8bn. This follows strong Q1 results, with the group’s US business T-Mobile US a key driver behind the raised forecast, having recently raised its…
Nextiva introduces NexConnect, an innovative marketing enablement platform for its partner community, offering numerous automation activities and customizable content. This game-changing solution aims to streamline partners’ go-to-market strategies, elevating their success in the competitive VoIP landscape.
Cresta unveils new AI-driven solutions at Enterprise Connect, transforming contact centers into revenue generators and enhancing customer retention. CEO Ping Wu explores the untapped potential in service conversations, ensuring seamless experiences for organizations.
Telefónica’s Q1 report boasts solid revenue growth and reaffirms 2023 financial guidance, driven by strong performances in Germany and Brazil. Net debt reduction and robust customer base growth signal financial strength, despite lukewarm market reception.
Nokia and Claro Colombia join forces to deploy a cutting-edge private 4.9G wireless network at Sociedad Portuaria Puerto Bahía, enhancing mission-critical connectivity and on-premises data processing. This collaboration aims to strengthen port operations, optimize logistics, and support Colombia’s most advanced multipurpose maritime terminal in its digital transformation journey.
