Mobile Industry Live: October 2020
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BT offers managed Zoom services
BT will offer a managed Zoom service to businesses after becoming the first global communications service provider to sign a carrier agreement. BT’s offering integrates Zoom into the wider voice network and includes monitoring tools and security features such as encryption and ID protection.
Vodafone is reducing the ecological footprint
Vodafone has been able to reduce its carbon footprint by more than 25,000 tonnes in recent years by improving the energy efficiency of its UK facilities. In total, Vodafone says it saved 100 Gwh of energy – enough to power a city of 65,000 residents – and saved the company £ 10 million.
Three reach a backhaul deal with Colt
Three has expanded its pool of backhaul suppliers through an agreement with Colt. The partnership is part of a £ 2 billion investment in Three’s 4G and 5G networks and will deliver 20 times more capacity in locations covered by the deal. The operator has also closed backhaul deals with SSE Enterprise Telecoms and CityFibre.
The Huawei 5G ban could be brought forward, say MPs
MPs say the 2027 deadline for operators to remove the Huawei 5G kit from their networks could be brought forward after a parliamentary investigation found “clear evidence of collusion between Huawei and the Chinese state.” Huawei has denied the allegations, saying the report lacks credibility, “as it is based on opinions rather than facts.”
TalkTalk is considering a takeover bid of £ 1.1 billion
TalkTalk is considering a £ 1.1 billion takeover bid from investment company Toscafund – a year after the telco rejected a larger £ 1.5 billion bid from the same lover. The previous offer valued TalkTalk at double its share price, but the company’s board of directors ruled that it was not providing enough value to shareholders and customers.
Telia sells international transport companies
Telia has sold its international carrier business to Swedish investment company Polhelm Infra for SEK 9.45 billion (£ 820 million), subject to regulatory approval. Telia Carrier provides backbone services to customers in more than 120 countries, covering two-thirds of the world’s Internet routes. Telia Company will become a long-term customer of Telia Carrier once the acquisition is completed.
O2 and Virgin Media agree to create 4,000 jobs
The proposed £ 31 billion merger of O2 and Virgin Media would result in the creation of 4,000 jobs and 1,000 apprenticeships. The parent companies of both companies have provided more details on planned investments pending legal revisions to the deal.
BT completes sales in Latin America
The restructuring of BT’s international operations continues with the sale of its domestic operations and infrastructure in Latin America to CIH Telecommunications Americas. The new company will operate as Sencinet and will partner with BT in the future.
Three is thinking about the billion dollar sales of masts
Three are considering selling some of its mast assets, hoping to capitalize on recent demand for telecom infrastructure from private investors.
Nokia reaches a century of 5G deals
Nokia has announced that it now has 100 commercial 5G deals and a total of 160 commercial engagements. Earlier this week, it entered into a major partnership with BT to become the largest equipment supplier for the EE 5G network.
Mobile Industry Awards 2020: all winners
The very first digital awards week of the Mobile Industry Award has come to an end. You can find all winners on our dedicated hub.
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