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When it comes to providing full-fibre broadband, both the UK and US face similar challenges, albeit with different infrastructural hurdles.
Infrastructure

Navigating Full-Fibre Rollout: UK-US Infrastructure Challenges

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As both the UK and US strive to deliver full-fibre broadband, each country grapples with its hurdles; one being persuading landlords to greenlight installation plans within their properties. In the UK, mechanisms are in place to enable operators to seek judicial access if landlord agreement is unattainable, a luxury the US lacks, suggesting the potential need for new legislative action in America. A monumental goal for both nations is eliminating the digital divide which requires a comprehensive combination of varied technology methods.

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The newly released Report, a collaborative product of Altnets and ISPA, offers a detailed analysis of the UK full fibre broadband sector.
Infrastructure

Navigating Challenges and Opportunities in UK’s Full Fibre Sector

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Discover Altnets and ISPA’s newly launched report’s deep dive into UK’s full fibre broadband sector. Unearth historical setbacks and the transformative impact of procurement strategies in this detailed analysis. Insight-packed, it fosters understanding of the sector’s intricacies and highlights Altnets’ contribution to the gigabit broadband transition.

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To enhance their presence in North West of England and Midlands, Freedom Fibre and VX UK have announced a merger, forming Freedom Fibre.
M&A

Freedom Fibre and VX UK Merge to Expand Broadband Reach

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In a strategic move to enhance their presence in the North West of England and the Midlands, Freedom Fibre and VX UK have announced a merger, forming a new entity named Freedom Fibre Limited. The combined operation will cover a substantial footprint of 285,000 premises, with Neil McArthur, founder and CEO of Freedom Fibre, leading the helm along with the current senior leadership team from Freedom Fibre.

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The German "Gigabit funding 2.0" program is under discussion for its potential reduction to a €1 billion budget spread between 2024-2026.
Telco Buzz

Navigating Germany’s Gigabit Funding 2.0: Impact on Fibre-Optic Rollout

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As Germany’s “Gigabit funding 2.0” program faces potential budget reductions, there’s concern it may throttle the rollout process with overcrowded construction capacity, causing a potential lag in projects. Meanwhile, the Federal Ministry for Digital Affairs declares a €3.6 billion allocation for the ourishing fibre-optic network industry.

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EXA Infrastructure and Lancom announce their partnership to bolster connectivity and infrastructure services.
Infrastructure

Lancom Selects EXA Infrastructure as its Leading Strategic Fibre Infrastructure Provider to Create a New Digital Hub in Greece

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EXA Infrastructure, the largest dedicated digital infrastructure platform connecting Europe and North America, and Lancom, one of the fastest growing providers of data centre, cloud, and telecoms services in Greece – today announce their strategic partnership to bolster connectivity and infrastructure services, establishing Greece as a critical link to internet exchanges in Europe.

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The allure of AI technology and its insatiable demand for data is sparking a new interest in fibre backbones.
Market Watch

Unraveling the Subsea Fibre Market: Opportunities Amid Challenges

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The allure of AI technology and its insatiable demand for data is sparking a new interest in fibre backbones. However, this digital evolution is revealing a myriad of challenges for newcomers, with the fibre industry grappling with economic pressures from inflation, supply chain disruptions and rising interest rates. While the European Union’s telecom mergers & acquisitions policy may offer consolidation opportunities, those venturing into this dynamic sector must be prepared for a landscape fraught with potent risk and complexity.

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As the UK aims for nationwide gigabit broadband by 2030, the often unnoticed, green telecom boxes are seen in a fresh light.
Infrastructure

Unleashing the Hidden Potential of UK’s Fibre Cabinets

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As the UK aims for nationwide gigabit broadband by 2030, the often unnoticed, green telecom boxes are seen in a fresh light. No longer just unassuming eyesores, these versatile enclosures are revealing opportunities for additional revenue, environmental monitoring, security surveillance and more. But sponsorships for these expanded roles remain undetermined.

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ITS Technology Group enlivens UK telecom sector with a hefty funding acquisition of £100 million from Avenue Capital Group.
Broadband

Exploring ITS Group’s Ambitious UK Fibre Network Expansion

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Fibre network giant, ITS Technology Group, enlivens UK telecom sector with a hefty funding acquisition of £100 million from Avenue Capital Group. This new influx brings their total funds to £145 million, opening avenues for strategic network expansion and potential merges. CEO Daren Baythorpe echoes the optimism, hinting at enhancements of 10Gpbs-capable network and strategic acquisitions. Epidemic times demand robust connectivity and this new step promises just that. The partnership with Evolve, promises to feed into the rising demands for bandwidth-rich technologies.

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CityFibre's new, True Gig provides a 1.2 Gbps wholesale service, aiming to help ISPs deliver gigabit broadband services to their customers.
Broadband

Navigating UK Ad Rules: CityFibre’s True Gig Solution

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CityFibre’s new, True Gig provides a 1.2 Gbps wholesale service, aiming to clear the haze in UK telecommunications advertising and help ISPs deliver gigabit broadband services to their customers. This offering not only circumvents stringent advertising regulations but also supports CityFibre’s vision of an honest high-speed fibre network. The question posed is, will this clear the muddy waters of broadband advertising while promoting a fibre revolution in the UK?

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