Bell Canada Enterprises expands into the US market with a strategic CAD 7 billion acquisition of Ziply Fiber, marking its first venture into the US fibre space. This move enhances Bell’s reach, offering VoIP and fibre connectivity to millions, advancing its status among top fibre internet providers across North America.
US-based smart-city leader Iteris has been acquired by Italian system integrator Almaviva Group, bolstering Almaviva’s presence in the tech-driven smart-city market. This pivotal acquisition, funded by a significant bond issue, strategically positions both companies within the expanding infrastructure landscape.
Vodafone has strategically partnered with Digi to potentially acquire different segments of Telekom Romania Mobile. As regulatory challenges loom due to Digi’s significant market presence, the telecom giants must tread carefully.
DigitalBridge’s acquisition of Yondr Group marks a pivotal enhancement in its infrastructure capabilities. As a leader in hyperscale data centers, Yondr’s assets will empower DigitalBridge to meet the surging demand.
DigitalBridge’s acquisition of JTower marks a pivotal move, furthering infrastructure growth essential for next-gen networks. By obtaining a 75% stake, DigitalBridge showcases confidence in JTower’s capacity to meet evolving communications needs.
Vocus has agreed to purchase TPG’s fibre and fixed network assets in a $3.35 billion deal, enhancing their digital infrastructure presence across Australia. The acquisition expands Vocus’s fibre network by 50,000 km, connecting major cities and offering competitive services to enterprise and government sectors.
As the Federal Communications Commission evaluates T-Mobile US’s proposed acquisition of UScellular. This merger promises to reshape the VoIP landscape by combining resources to tackle fierce competition. By leveraging UScellular’s spectrum and infrastructure, T-Mobile aims to enhance its VoIP offerings, transforming market dynamics.
Vodafone and Three UK are actively opposing the CMA’s provisional findings on their merger proposal. They argue that the merger will enhance competition, benefit consumers, and drive an £11 billion investment in the UK’s digital infrastructure, including 5G expansion.
DirecTV plans to merge with EchoStar’s Dish DBS satellite video distribution subsidiary in a strategic move to reduce EchoStar’s debt. This merger aims to strengthen both entities by leveraging their combined resources. By addressing financial strains and focusing on wireless and satellite connectivity, the partnership seeks to enhance technological capabilities and product offerings for U.S. consumers.
The European Commission has conditionally approved UAE’s ecommerce giant e& to acquire control of PPF Telecom Group, excluding Czech operations. This decision under the Foreign Subsidies Regulation ensures fair competition within the EU market.