Operators

A consortium led by Xavier Niel’s NJJ Holding completed a deal to buy Ukraine's Lifecell from Turkcell for $524 million, which it will now combine with fixed-line provider Datagroup-Volia.

An Analysys Mason report suggests the plateauing of network capex gives operators the opportunity to invest in adjacent lines of business. Joseph Waring explores.

Monet Technologies, the autonomous vehicle venture led by SoftBank Corp and Toyota Motor, unveiled plans to launch Level 2 autonomous driving on public roads in three areas of Tokyo by end-March 2025.

AT&T revealed plans to expand the reach of its fibre joint venture with private equity firm BlackRock Alternatives.

Consolidation in the telecoms sector should be encouraged by the European Union (EU) to ensure higher levels of investment, argued former European Central Bank boss Mario Draghi in a new report providing tips on keeping the continent’s economy competitive.  

Former Vodafone Group executive Vivek Badrinath (pictured) was lined up to succeed Mats Granryd as the leader of the GSMA, an appointment the industry group expects will promote its next phase of evolution.

MTN Group declared its support for CEO Ralph Mupita after he came under fire for alleged improper conduct, with an independent investigation clearing the executive of any wrongdoing.