Cellnex, an independent operator of telecommunications infrastructure in the UK, has announced that O2 has signed an agreement to join its Brighton Main Line (BML) connectivity project. The collaboration will see O2 access Cellnex UK’s purpose-built neutral host infrastructure, enabling the phased rollout of high-speed mobile connectivity, including 5G, to customers across the entire route […]
African telco MTN Group has begun rolling out MTN One TV, a new entertainment proposition designed to make digital video content “more accessible, relevant and flexible” for customers across African markets. Introduced in line with MTN’s Ambition 2030 strategy, MTN One TV brings together local storytelling, live channels, international programming and market-specific viewing options tailored […]
French telcos Bouygues Telecom, the Free–iliad Group and Orange (the Consortium) have announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding with Altice France (the seller) with a view to acquiring SFR, one of the largest industrial transactions in Europe in the telecommunications sector. The proposed transaction aims to create long-term value for all stakeholders — […]
Hong Kong’s mobile services market is entering a new phase of data-driven growth, underpinned by widespread 5G adoption, rising mobile internet usage, and strong demand for high-speed connectivity. As consumers and businesses increasingly embrace data-intensive applications, operators are accelerating investments in network capacity and premium digital services, positioning the market for steady revenue expansion through […]
Virgin Media O2 will switch on its O2 Satellite service for iPhone on May 28th, allowing users to connect to the O2 network via satellite in areas where traditional cellular coverage is unavailable. The update will significantly expand access to the service following its launch earlier this year, enabling millions more people to stay connected […]
Sky has more than doubled its global roaming destinations from 55 to 120 across EU/EEA, the US, Australia and more. Sky’s Roaming Passport Plus lets customers use their UK data, calls and text allowances as if they were still in the UK while in one of the destinations for £2 a day. Sky Mobile customers […]
Ofocm has published the latest figures for complaints received about the UK’s major broadband, mobile and pay-TV providers. These figures cover the final quarter of 2025, from October to December, and show an increase on the previous quarter for the first time since 2023. Complaints about broadband services decreased, while pay-TV complaints stayed the same. […]
Following the due diligence phase initiated in 2026, Bouygues Telecom, the Free–iliad Group and Orange have submitted a new offer and are starting exclusive negotiations with the Altice France group with a view to acquiring SFR. This offer reflects a total enterprise value of €20.35 billion for the Altice France assets under consideration. Altice France […]
O2 has installed Europe’s first pre-assembled mobile site in Sandwich, Kent, introducing a new approach to building mobile infrastructure that speeds up deployment and minimises issues on site, meaning reliable connectivity can be delivered to customers more quickly and efficiently. Traditionally, engineers installing antennas, radios and cabling would have to connect and configure hundreds of […]
Australia’s mobile services market is poised for steady expansion through 2030 as surging data consumption and rapid 5G adoption reshape operator revenue models. While traditional voice revenues continue to decline, telcos are increasingly relying on premium data plans and network upgrades to capture growing demand for video streaming, cloud gaming, and connected services, reinforcing the […]