All articles by Anne Morris – Page 7
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Operations
Deutsche Telekom taps new MLOps platform for time-to-market gains
Magenta MLOps system goes live from Deutsche Telekom IT, designed to further streamline IT processes for AI and ML solutions.
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Network & Infrastructure
Deutsche Telekom in geospatial API trial with Google Cloud
PoC aims to compare accuracy of current AI fibre mapping tool with API‑based geospatial solution.
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Venturing & Investments
DTCP invests in GRC specialist anecdotes
Investment firm highlights “crucial role” of anecdotes in helping enterprises navigate complex regulatory landscapes.
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Network & Infrastructure
Telefónica’s copper exchanges to linger on until 2026
The last two copper exchanges expected to be closed in 2026 to meet wholesale LLU obligations.
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Network & Infrastructure
Telekom Deutschland tools up with IQGeo to accelerate pace of FTTP rollout
German NatCo hails automation benefits of Comsof Fiber software as part of FTTH Factory process.
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Network & Infrastructure
T-Mobile US hails launch of first Starlink satellites to support direct to cell
Six satellites supporting direct-to-cell capabilities are now in orbit. After some delay, indications are that tests could start this year with text messaging planned for 2024.
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M&A
Saudi’s stc continues international push with CMC Networks buy
Expansive center3 adds 110 points of presence to its footprint, with a focus on Africa.
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Network & Infrastructure
Telekom Deutschland on track to pass ten million premises in 2024
German NatCo maintains flagship FTTP goal, although driving take‑up remains a challenge.
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Premium
FY23–26 plan: Telefónica Infra asked to keep building
Group is aiming to pass over 100 million homes with fibre networks by 2026.
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Network & Infrastructure
Almost a decade on, Magyar Telekom gets 4G network-sharing clearance
Hungary’s competition authority cancelled its own scrutiny of the 800MHz lease agreement.
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Public Affairs
O2 Germany’s Haas adds weight to plea for more mobile spectrum
O2 Germany says tests show upper 6GHz band is well‑suited for mobile communications.
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Network & Infrastructure
Deutsche Telekom starts open RAN rollout in Germany
Fujitsu and Nokia in first cohort of DT open RAN vendors in its domestic market.
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Financial & Performance
T-Mobile US says its customers should be for life
CEO Mike Sievert highlights need to keep both churn and upgrade rates low to minimise customer retention costs.
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Partnerships & Alliances
T-Mobile CEO Sievert recommits to Ericsson, Nokia after AT&T switchup
Sievert signals support for the “de‑verticalisation” of the mobile industry, but highlights benefits of having “two global leaders” in this space.
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Strategy & Change
TelcoX study reflects Telefónica’s tech-led confidence
TelcoX EMEA CSP and ecosystem Leadership & Performance Report provides insight into how Telefónica is perceived by senior leadership and peers.
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M&A
KPN bulks up on fibre with Kabeltex buy
Dutch operator makes another bolt-on purchase to boost its flagship infrastructure programme, and says other potential M&A opportunities to be considered on a case‑by‑case basis.
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Public Affairs
Digi reportedly reaches deal for Orange–MÁSMÓVIL remedies
Bloomberg report indicates that a provisional deal has been agreed that could pave way to approval of contentious Spanish transaction.
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People
“I don’t want to be loved”: DT’s Höttges discusses his drivers as a CEO
Outspoken CEO of Europe’s biggest telecoms player reflects on vagaries of his management style.
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Public Affairs
Magyar Telekom hails end of Hungary’s utility tax
Parliament adopts act to repeal tax that cost Magyar Telekom about €20m in FY23.
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Products & Services
1&1 to activate mobile services after 5G added to O2 roaming deal
No details provided about surprise expansion of national roaming deal with O2 Germany.