The UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has begun the first phase of its investigation into the proposed merger of mobile network operators Three UK and Vodafone UK. Prior to the investigation’s launch, the CMA collected pre-notification evidence and information from both companies, as well as early views from stakeholders.
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How 5G standalone can help our shift to Net Zero
Turning the tide on carbon emissions requires a relentless approach to innovation and collaboration across multiple industries. Achieving Net Zero goals can feel like a major task but, by utilising tools like 5G Standalone (SA), we’re optimistic we can make tangible progress and get there.
Lack of rural 5G poses new digital divide, Vodafone study finds
The report, named “Connecting the countryside”, examined the correlation between rural 5G “not spots” and rural deprivation levels. The result of the study was a ranking of every parliamentary constituency in the UK, in terms of 4G and 5G coverage in relation to standard deprivation levels.
Zegona agrees to buy Vodafone Spain for €5 billion
Today, Vodafone has announced that it has entered into a binding agreement with Zegona Communications to sell 100% of Vodafone Spain.
Under the terms of the agreement, Vodafone will receive €4.1 billion in cash and €0.9 billion in redeemable preference shares
CMA initiates probe into Vodafone–Three merger
News The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is accepting comments from interested third parties before it initiates its more detailed review of the deal Earlier this summer, months of speculation were finally put to bed when UK mobile operators Vodafone UK and...
Vodafone’s Andrea Dona: The UK has fallen behind on 5G, but not lost the race
Viewpoint Article by Andrea Dona, Chief Network Officer, Vodafone UK Although the UK got off to a fast start in the 5G era, we have lost our way a bit. However, the race is far from over and there is still plenty to be hopeful for. While the “race to 5G” is not as...
Virgin Media O2 to begin 3G switch off in 2025
News All major UK operators have agreed with the government to phase out 2G and 3G by 2033 Virgin Media O2 (VMO2) has become the final major UK mobile operator to announce its 3G shut down schedule, aiming to begin the process in 2025. The company says that the...
Friday financial roundup
News A summary of all the essential financial news in the telecoms world this week Vodafone Ukraine releases half-year results In the release of its half year report, the firm saw revenue reach UAH 10.4 billion ($283.3 million), a 5% year-on-year increase. The...
Vodafone and Ericsson combine 5G SA and network slicing in cloud gaming trial
News The pair's latest trial offered users the chance to try mobile cloud gaming using a dedicated 5G standalone (SA) network slice Could 5G standalone be a gamechanger for mobile cloud gaming? Vodafone and Ericsson think so, with their latest combined trial showing...
Vodafone to begin deploying AWS edge technology in Spain
News The company will reportedly begin deploying Amazon Web Services (AWS)’s multi-access edge computing (MEC) technology Wavelength in Spain’s southernmost region, Andalusia This week, Vodafone Business is expanding its existing partnership with AWS, announcing plans...
BT launches pilots to convert street cabinets to EV charging points
News Various pilots will be conducted by BT Group’s start-up incubator Etc., exploring whether the transition is feasible from a technical and operational standpoint This week, BT’s start-up and Digital incubation team Etc. has announced that it will oversee a number...
Vodafone enters final phase of Redstream Evolution project
News The project aims to upgrade Vodafone’s nationwide backbone network and increase its capacity to meet increased demands for a growing customer base In the past, Vodafone has managed three separate networks to carry mobile, home broadband, and enterprise customer...
Singapore to cut 3G services next year
News The citystate will follow in the footsteps of many countries that are saying goodbye to 3G this year, including Sweden, Greece, and Denmark Singaporean mobile network operators (MNOs) M1, Singtel, and Starhub have announced today that they will retire all 3G...
Vodafone sales increase as merger looms
News Despite declines in other key markets, Vodafone UK reported an increase in sales in its quarterly results this morning Vodafone reported a 3.7% rise in organic revenue growth to €10.7 billion in the first quarter of this year, although reported growth fell by...
Vodafone warns of investment cuts if Three merger is blocked
News Vodafone CEO Ahmed Essam has warned that if the Vodafone–Three merger is stopped by the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), vital investments in digital UK infrastructure will be prevented This week, the head of Vodafone UK has stressed to regulators that...
Voda – Three – well that’s just great…
The secret’s out – not that it was much of a secret – Vodafone Group Plc and CK Hutchison Group Telecom Holdings Limited announce plans to merge their UK telecommunication businesses
Vodafone launches dedicated healthcare unit
News Vodafone Health will work with the healthcare sector to facilitate telehealth and co-develop new solutions The UK’s healthcare sector has something of a reputation for its labyrinthine bureaucracy and its overreliance on outdated technology. In the past few...
“Vodafone must change”: New boss Della Valle plans 11,000 job cuts
News The operator said it will make the job cuts across its international footprint over the coming three years Today, Vodafone’s new CEO Margherita Della Valle has unveiled a new strategic plan to revitalise the operator group’s finances, including the loss of...
Vodafone and Three UK closing in on merger
News The £15 billion merger would drastically reshape the UK mobile market, creating a new market leader with 28 million customers This week, a report from The Financial Times suggests that the long-awaited merger between Vodafone UK and Three UK is soon to become...
Building a full-fibre UK that’s fair for all
Viewpoint Article by Ahmed Essam, CEO of Vodafone UK Ahmed Essam, Vodafone’s UK chief executive, lends his support to Openreach’s new full-fibre wholesale pricing proposal, but asks wholesalers to introduce broadband social tariffs to help vulnerable customers...
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