Telefonica is investigating a potential cyberattack after sensitive data from one million former Peruvian customers was leaked. The breach, linked to hacker group Dedale, comes amid growing global threats to telecom firms.
Telefonica is selling Movistar Uruguay to Millicom for $440 million, continuing its retreat from Latin America to focus on European markets. The move follows recent exits from Colombia and Peru. Millicom, expanding its regional presence, plans to enhance Uruguay’s mobile infrastructure.
Telefonica is retreating from Latin America, selling its 99.3 percent stake in Telefonica del Peru to Integra Tec for under $1 million. The deal highlights the unit’s financial struggles and heavy debts. This move is part of Telefonica’s wider shift toward European and Brazilian markets, reshaping its global strategy.
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.
Telefónica is integrating its generative AI solution, GenAI, into Prosegur’s operations, enhancing efficiency for 24,000 employees across Spain, Portugal, and Latin America. Building on the Smart Workplace All solution, GenAI offers intelligent assistants, proactive issue resolution, and automation.
Telefónica has selected Nokia to supply 4G and 5G core network services for enterprises in Spain, enhancing low-latency solutions like industrial robots and IoT. Simultaneously, Telefónica is advancing its quantum strategy with the BasQ Alliance, hosting Fujitsu’s Digital Annealer to drive innovation in finance, energy, and telecom.
Saudi Telecom Group’s strategic move to secure nearly 10% in Telefónica highlights an ambitious international expansion within the telecommunications sector. This acquisition, approved by the Spanish government, enhances STC’s influence as Telefónica’s second-largest shareholder.
Telefonica’s 5G network now covers over 90% of Spain’s population. The expansion, particularly in the 3.5 GHz and 700 MHz bands, ensures widespread, reliable connectivity. This progress not only enhances consumer experiences but also fuels industrial innovation.
Vodafone Spain and Telefonica have launched an ambitious FibreCo project, extending fibre networks to 3.6 million premises. With Telefonica holding a 63% stake and Vodafone 37%, this venture revolutionizes fibre access across the country.
Spanish telecom giant Telefonica and Digi have signed a 16-year mobile network agreement effective January 1, 2025. This deal enhances their collaboration, covering National Roaming and RAN sharing services. By leveraging Telefonica’s superior infrastructure, Digi can transition from an MVNO to a full-fledged MNO, ensuring high-quality VoIP services.
