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AI

Unlocking Trust: Hiya Innovates Caller ID with AI Insights

By Aukse Andrijauskaite October 23, 2025

In today’s telecom landscape, the trust in voice channel connectivity is dwindling, largely due to unidentified spam calls. Roughly 80% of such calls go unanswered, impacting genuine business interactions. That’s where Hiya comes in. With services like Hiya Protect and Hiya Connect, they redefine call identification, leveraging AI and strategic partnerships with giants like AT&T, Samsung, and Vodafone. Their innovative solutions enhance call transparency and protect brands, thereby revitalizing consumer trust and improving answer rates. Embrace the future of VoIP with Hiya’s tailored, cutting-edge solutions, and restore confidence in your communications.

Telco Buzz

Vodafone Strengthens Black Sea Network with €100M Fiber Plan

By Aukse Andrijauskaite October 21, 2025

Vodafone’s ambitious infrastructure project around the Black Sea aims to bypass Russia, significantly enhancing VoIP and internet traffic flow in the region. With a €100 million investment, Vodafone and Vodafone Ukraine are set to fortify digital sovereignty through fiber optic technology, boosting network resilience and connectivity for Ukraine and neighboring countries.

5G

Vodafone’s RAN Upgrade: Key Vendors, Innovations Revealed

By Aukse Andrijauskaite October 20, 2025

Vodafone’s RAN overhaul, leveraging advanced VoIP technologies for 5G services, marks a pivotal shift. By integrating carrier aggregation, AI, and Open RAN, Vodafone aims to enhance network efficiency. Vendors like Ericsson play key roles, highlighting Vodafone’s balanced strategy in the competitive telecommunications market. This digital innovation promises enhanced connectivity.

Telco Buzz

Altice Rejects €17 Billion Telecom Deal with Bouygues, Iliad, Orange

By Aukse Andrijauskaite October 17, 2025

In a strategic twist for the VoIP sector, Altice has rebuffed a bold €17 billion bid from telecom giants Bouygues, Iliad, and Orange to acquire SFR assets. This move highlights the ongoing competitive dynamics in the VoIP market, emphasizing Altice’s valuation expectations while sparking discussions on potential regulatory implications within the telecom industry.

Infrastructure

GIC Acquires 25% Stake in Major Spain Fibre Network

By Kamile Bigenyte August 7, 2025

GIC has acquired a 25 percent stake in a major fibre network joint venture between Vodafone Spain and MásOrange. The venture, named Surf, aims to cover 12.2 million premises, making it Spain’s largest fibre network operator.

5G

Vodafone Turns Stuttgart Ad Column into 5G Powerhouse

By Kamile Bigenyte July 21, 2025

Vodafone Germany has ingeniously transformed a traditional advertising column into a 5G antenna site in Stuttgart, kickstarting a project to enhance urban mobile coverage. Utilizing Ericsson antennas and fiber optic backhaul, it offers 500 Mbps speeds. This innovation expands Vodafone’s 5G network seamlessly, avoiding the challenges of building large cell towers.

Market Watch

Vodafone and Manna Push for Safer Drone Deliveries

By Kamile Bigenyte July 7, 2025

Vodafone teamed up with Manna to test how mobile networks can support long-range drone deliveries. While Manna already operates successfully in Ireland and abroad, this collaboration aims to tackle air safety and regulatory hurdles for broader rollout.

Broadband

Vodafone, AST SpaceMobile Unite for Europe Satellite Broadband

By Kamile Bigenyte July 1, 2025

Luxembourg’s advanced digital infrastructure makes it an ideal headquarters for SatCo, the joint venture between Vodafone and AST SpaceMobile. This strategic move aims to deliver direct-to-device satellite broadband across Europe, enhancing digital sovereignty.

Broadband

Virgin Media O2 Boosts Network with Vodafone Spectrum Deal

By Kamile Bigenyte July 1, 2025

Virgin Media O2’s strategic acquisition of 78.8 MHz spectrum from Vodafone for £343 million is a game-changer in the UK telecom landscape. This move enhances connectivity for both consumers and businesses, boosting mobile coverage and service quality.

Telco Buzz

Vodafone Appoints Microsoft Veteran Pilar López as CFO

By Kamile Bigenyte June 20, 2025

Vodafone Group has made a strategic leadership change by appointing Microsoft veteran Pilar López as their new Chief Financial Officer. López, with extensive experience in telecom and technology, joins Vodafone’s team, signaling the company’s commitment to integrating innovative tech insights.