Millicom International Cellular is set to acquire Telefonica’s Colombian operations for $400 million, including a 67.5% stake in Coltel. The deal, pending regulatory approval, could reshape Colombia’s telecom market by merging the country’s second and third-largest operators.
Netmore, a Sweden-based LoRaWAN operator, expands to Brazil after acquiring Everynet, strengthening its global presence. Targeting key sectors like energy and logistics, the move introduces metering-as-a-service (MaaS) for water and gas utilities, reducing costs and improving efficiency.
Indian telecom giant Jio Platforms has partnered with SpaceX to bring Starlink’s satellite internet to India. This collaboration aims to enhance high-speed internet access across remote areas, supporting Jio’s mission to provide reliable broadband to businesses, enterprises, and communities.
Verizon Business has launched Trusted Connection, a zero-trust network access service designed for mid-sized firms. It integrates secure web gateways, cloud access security, and firewalls, offering encrypted pathways and policy-based controls.
Vodafone UK and Ericsson have successfully harnessed innovative sleep mode technology to cut energy consumption at 5G and 4G sites. This eco-friendly approach lowers costs and carbon emissions by powering down during low-demand periods.
Nokia has successfully delivered essential 5G equipment to Vodafone Idea, supporting its mid-March rollout in Mumbai, followed by Delhi, Bengaluru, and more. The partnership includes over 60,000 tech sites and advanced AirScale solutions for improved efficiency.
The UK government is investing £23 million in telecommunications research, enhancing 5G, AI, and cloud computing. Funding supports regional projects in Belfast, West Midlands, and Glasgow, with £7 million improving business infrastructure and £15 million advancing AI.
NTT Communications, a major Japanese ICT provider, has confirmed a data breach affecting 17,891 corporate clients. An attacker infiltrated its systems in February, accessing sensitive contract and contact details. While no end-user data was involved, the company is enhancing security measures and notifying affected clients.
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.
Canada is revolutionizing telecommunications with its expansion of 5G spectrum, including mmWave spectrum. This government initiative enables enhanced network performance, especially in remote areas, empowering sectors like smart agriculture and industrial automation.
