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Partnerships & AlliancesVodafone signs ‘bold’ Microsoft deal to further AI, cloud, CX, IoT priorities
Wide-ranging collaboration includes $1.5bn Vodafone investment in co-developed solutions; AI adoption at scale; and embrace of Azure ecosystem. Get the full insight…
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InterviewDTCP grows data centre ambitions for AI “era”
Interview: Zahl Limbuwala discusses investor’s interest in AI, which he believes represents a new “technology fundamental” for data centres, though firm tempers expectations amidst the recent wave of hype. Investor also keeps geographic expansion and investment in adjacencies on the cards…
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Innovation (R&D)BT exploring Starlink for hard-to-reach coverage mission
Currently, in the lab for test, to help tackle multiple connectivity challenges. BT assures that existing UK-backed satellite partner OneWeb still in the picture. Find out more…
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Partnerships & AlliancesTelefónica’s German fibre JV targets rural ramp-up with Solutions30 deal
Unsere Grüne Glasfaser to begin collaboration with Luxembourg-based vendor in Iserholn, with “several” other projects lined up across Germany. Contract aimed at increasing rollout pace to meet refreshed Telefónica fibre reach goal…
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Network & InfrastructureDeutsche 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 & InvestmentsSpark: Safaricom freshens venturing model with ecosystem approach
Having achieved mixed results from previous venturing endeavours, Safaricom’s latest startup call aims to provide greater support beyond capital injection.
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PeopleEx-Telefónica chair César Alierta passes away
Operator reflects on former Chairman’s impact, having helped the operator to expand geographically and initiating its digital transformation strategy.
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Innovation (R&D)BT’s quantum radio tech is up to five years out from market readiness
BT considers scientific proof-of-concept to be “in place” following RF to optical quantum radio technology demo, but commercialisation remains up to five years away.
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Public AffairsRumours linking Safaricom’s M-PESA outage to Kenyan tax agency denied
Kenya Revenue Authority accused of being responsible for M-PESA service disruptions, but labels rumours as “fake news”. Find out more about the allegations and the impact of disruptions…
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Public AffairsBT polishes digital image in battle for tech talent in India
BT Digital seeks to dispel legacy perception to woo bright candidates as it competes for technology skills in the country.
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Venturing & InvestmentsNew IoT satco Sateliot bags fresh funding, on track for 2024 launch
Banco Santander invests in ambitious satellite 5G NB-IoT startup, accelerating move towards further nanosatellite deployments and 2024 commercialisation. Series-B round already planned to fuel “next phase” of construction…
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Venturing & InvestmentsDTCP invests in GRC specialist anecdotes
Investment firm highlights “crucial role” of anecdotes in helping enterprises navigate complex regulatory landscapes.
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Products & ServicesVodafone Turkey aiming to drive IoT revenue with emission reduction tech
With OpCo claiming to have “zeroed” Scope 2 emissions, it is now looking to drive revenue by offering IoT energy efficiency solutions to business customers…
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Products & ServicesO2 Germany fightback reaches rivals’ families
CEO Markus Haas eyes portfolio of family-focused offerings, seeking to lure new customers and better compete with rivals. Latest in strategy to offset hit from loss of 1&1 roaming contract…
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Products & ServicesVodafone Auto ups telematics focus in pursuit of ESG-led revival
Emphasising plans to create a more dynamic business, Vodafone’s UK connected car unit projects growth over next 24 months with adoption of its ‘green’ Business Fleet telematics proposition.
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Network & InfrastructureTelefónica’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 & InfrastructureTelekom 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 & InfrastructureBT startup arm seeks partners for EV charging pilot
Etc. presents electric vehicle infrastructure initiative to prospective investors and partners in bid to accelerate deployment.
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M&AAmerican Tower firms up Indian exit
Brookfield-affiliated Data Infrastructure Trust to become India’s largest wireless infra player through prospective 78,000-site buyout.
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Suppliers & SCMBT Sourced chief: procuretech Globality now ‘core’ to Group buying
Cyril Pourrat heralds autonomous sourcing specialist as “way beyond indirect”; now handling two-thirds of BT Sourced spend. Foresees procuretech platform consolidation, driven by AI and users…