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Srikapardhi July 8th, 2023 11:53 PM 0 COMMENTS

Ericsson 5G Standalone Technology Powers Movistar’s 5G+ Network

Telefonica brand Movistar has recently launched its 5G+ network, bringing the 5G standalone network to 11 cities in Spain. This achievement has been made possible by integrating Ericsson's 5G core network technology and radio access network (RAN). Ericsson explained that by leveraging this combination, Telefonica could offer a unique network experience featuring ultra-low latency, high throughput, and a massive number of connections. Also Read: Movistar Spain Launches Standalone 5G in... Read More

Srikapardhi July 7th, 2023 6:33 PM 0 COMMENTS

Telefonica, Entel, and KKR Ink Deal to Expand Fibre Optic Infrastructure in Peru

US-based investment firm KKR, Telefonica Hispanoamerica, and Entel have announced an agreement to create Peru's first nationwide open-access wholesale fibre optics company. Under the agreement, KKR will acquire a majority stake in PangeaCo and the existing fibre optic networks of Telefonica del Peru and Entel Peru. According to KKR, the main objective of this partnership is to enhance fibre optic connectivity across Peru and provide greater access to high-speed internet... Read More

Srikapardhi May 21st, 2023 8:35 PM 0 COMMENTS

Bluevia Expands Fibre Coverage to Over 3,500 Municipalities in Spain

Bluevia, the network operator providing wholesale fibre-to-the-home (FTTH) and connectivity services in Spain, has achieved a significant milestone by expanding its coverage to over 3,500 municipalities across the country. Owned by Telefonica Espana (30%), Telefonica Infra (25%), and a consortium comprising Credit Agricole Assurances and Vauban Infrastructure Partners (45%), Bluevia has successfully covered ultra-fast fibre broadband access to 48 provinces. Also Read: Telefonica Spain to Close All Copper Exchanges by... Read More

Srikapardhi March 23rd, 2023 1:13 PM 0 COMMENTS

Telefonica and Qwilt Partner for Content Delivery Service

Telefonica, one of the world's leading telecommunications service providers, and Qwilt, a North American company, have inked an agreement to implement a Content Distribution System based on both companies' combined technical expertise. With this partnership, Telefonica and Qwilt aim to develop the most efficient third-party Content Distribution Network (CDN) in Spain. Also Read: Telefonica, Ericsson and Qualcomm Launch 5G mmWave Network in Spain Telefonica's Content Distribution Network Qwilt is expanding its... Read More

Srikapardhi February 18th, 2023 10:57 AM 0 COMMENTS

Telefonica, Ericsson and Qualcomm Launch 5G mmWave Network in Spain

Telefonica, Ericsson and Qualcomm have announced the launch of the first commercial mobile 5G millimeter (mmWave) network in Spain in Hall 3 at Mobile World Congress 2023, Barcelona. Furthermore, the technology partners ensured that during the MWC 2023, compatible user devices and partners could access the Ericsson-powered Telefonica 5G mmWave network during the event. 5G mmWave Network 5G mmWave (26 GHz) spectrum can be used to achieve Gigabit speeds and... Read More

Srikapardhi February 15th, 2023 1:57 PM 0 COMMENTS

EU Approves Ad Tech Joint Venture by European Telcos

A collaboration between Deutsche Telekom, Orange, Telefonica, and Vodafone Group is in the works to establish a privacy-focused digital marketing technology platform in Europe. The platform is designed with a privacy-by-design approach and has the potential to benefit consumers, advertisers, and publishers. This joint venture has been approved by the European Commission, pursuant to the European Union Merger Regulation. Also Read: EE to Expand 5G to Rural Areas and Tourist Destinations... Read More

Yash Bhardwaj November 11th, 2022 6:50 PM 0 COMMENTS

TIM and DT Give Optimism to the European Telcos

The Italian incumbent's third-quarter results on Thursday received a positive response from the markets, despite the fact that it continues to face challenges in its home country. In essence, TIM's operational numbers indicate domestic improvements while its Brazilian operations are generating top-line growth. While all was going on, Deutsche Telekom, which is located further north, made news by once again increasing its full-year guidance due to robust revenue growth. The... Read More

Yash Bhardwaj November 10th, 2022 10:25 PM 0 COMMENTS

Spain Double Downs on 5G, to Avail More Spectrum Next Month

The Spanish government has made plans for a spectrum auction that will take place next month and through which it hopes to give local carriers access to more 5G spectrum. The final bidding requirements for the 26 GHz band have been released in a release by the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Digital Transformation through the Secretary of State for Telecommunications and Digital Infrastructures. As per the government, the forthcoming... Read More

Tanay Singh Thakur July 21st, 2021 2:30 AM 0 COMMENTS

Nokia, Ericsson Awarded 5G Contract By Telefonica

Both the Finnish and Swedish telecom vendors Nokia and Ericsson have been awarded a new 5G contract from the Spanish operator Telefonica. A thing worth noting here is that both the vendors have been provided with an equal deal. Telefonica chose both the operators in equal capacity to ensure continuity with its 4G and 3G network deployments. The two vendors will continue to deploy equipment and solutions where their products... Read More

Arpit Sharma July 19th, 2021 6:29 PM 0 COMMENTS

Telefonica Joins Hands With KKR to Deploy Open Access Fibre Across Columbia

KKR, a prominent global investment firm that has its arms spanning across multiple countries like in FiberCop in Italy, HyperOptic in the UK, and Open Dutch Fibre in the Netherlands, will now invest in Telefonica, Columbia. With this deal, KKR hopes to establish the first nationwide wholesale infrastructure company of Columbia. As per this new agreement signed between the global investment firm and the Columbian company, KKR will invest a... Read More

Shrijan Soni June 16th, 2021 12:40 PM 0 COMMENTS

Telefonica Picks Nokia, Ericsson for Development of 5G SA Radio Network

The renowned Spanish telecom operator, Telefonica, has rolled out its 5G Standalone (SA) radio networks contract to Ericsson and Nokia. The decision was announced by Telefonica last week, and both the vendors were given equal importance. As reported by RCR Wireless, Telefonica will use its 22,000 base stations across Spain and 100 MHz of spectrum in the 3.5 GHz band to transition from 5G NSA to 5G SA. Not only... Read More

Shrijan Soni April 23rd, 2021 10:00 AM 0 COMMENTS

Telefonica Uses Spectrum in 3.5 GHz Band for Offering 5G Services

The renowned telecom operator of Spain, Telefonica, has expanded the coverage of its 5G network to over 80% of the population as of the end of the first quarter of 2021. As revealed in a release, the telecom giant marked that its 5G network currently reaches nearly 1,253 towns and cities across Spain. As reported by RCR Wireless, Telefonica has already installed more than 4,300 nodes that offer network coverage... Read More