MTN GlobalConnect has significantly advanced its position as a leader in Pan-African fibre networks and platforms with strong 2021 results. On a mission to expand African connectivity and leading the journey is CEO Frédéric Schepens, who remains compelled and driven to create both social and economic benefits in Africa. Telecom Review has spoken with Fred to dig deeper and capture the story behind MTN GlobalConnect’s performance.
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Verizon Expands 5G Ultra Wideband Service
Verizon has entered into agreements with satellite providers for early clearance of additional C-band spectrum the company acquired in 2021, providing an opportunity to deploy America’s most reliable 5G Ultra Wideband service to more customers in more places this year.
Telstra to Deliver Teleport Services for OneWeb
Telstra is expanding its presence in the rapidly growing satellite telecommunications market, building and maintaining three new dedicated teleports across Australia to provide satellite gateway services for OneWeb in the Southern Hemisphere.
AT&T Plans for the Future
March 11th of 2022 proved to be a monumental day for telecommunications and entertainment conglomerate AT&T. Management announced not only their own expectations for the company's 2022 fiscal year, but also their thoughts on what the 2023 fiscal year should bring. Although the cash flow picture of the enterprise will be weaker in 2022 than what might have been anticipated, the overall condition of the company is encouraging. What's more, revenue growth, combined with cost-cutting initiatives, will help to increase cash flow over the next two years. Add onto this the fact that leverage for the enterprise is coming under control and that shares are trading at a level that look incredibly appealing, and it is a difficult prospect, truly, to pass up. In fact, I would make the case that shares today are some of the most attractive of any company on the market presently.
Cincinnati Bell Announces New Brand- “altafiber”
The change has been a “long time coming”. The Company is much more than Cincinnati. This Brand change does not impact Hawaiian Telcom and the CBTS businesses
Over 175 Million to be Covered with Verizon’s 5G Ultra Wideband in 2022
The expansion of Verizon’s C-Band coverage provides additional growth opportunities in nationwide broadband with over 150,000 net additions expected for fixed wireless access alone in the first quarter of 2022.
TELUS Hailed as North America's Fastest Mobile Network by Ookla
During Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2022, TELUS received the Ookla Speedtest Award as North America’s fastest mobile network for 2021.
Carlos Slim’s América Móvil Launches 5G Rollout in Mexico
The technology is now available in 18 cities and will expand to 120 by year-end
Verizon Brings 5G to Audi
Verizon Business and Audi of America announced an agreement to bring 5G connectivity to the automaker’s U.S. lineup, estimated to begin with select models for the 2024 model year. The collaboration brings embedded 5G Ultra Wideband connectivity into Audi vehicles and provides the speed and telecommunication architecture necessary for highly personalized and augmented mobile services, new driver-assistance features, and connectivity-enabled innovations for the automated future of driving.
TELUS Creates Smarter, More Sustainable and Efficient Cities
TELUS is partnering with Google Cloud and NXN Digital to deliver the next generation of sustainable, efficient, secure, and innovative Internet of Things (IoT) technologies that will empower businesses, communities, and their residents through a vast ecosystem of people-first solutions.