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Europe Operators March 13, 2018

Russian regulator opens roaming probe into Veon

Veon (formerly known as VimpelCom) is facing an investigation in Russia over roaming violations, the country’s Federal Antimonopoly Service (FAS) announced. The watchdog confirmed it had opened an antimonopoly case…

By Kavit Majithia

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5G+ January 18, 2018

Russia regulator approves second operator for 5G trials

Rostelecom became the second Russian operator to gain clearance to test 5G services, after the State Commission for Radio Frequencies (SCRF) awarded it additional spectrum. The move creates an unusual…

By Kavit Majithia

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Europe Operators September 20, 2017

Veon may face further legal action over Uzbek scandal

Veon looks likely to face class action from shareholders after a US district judge gave permission for the suit, based on accusations the firm failed to disclose details of a bribery…

By Chris Donkin

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Europe Operators May 11, 2017

Veon reports loss following “pivotal” Q1

Veon talked up the positives for Q1, stating it had reached “several major milestones” in the period, during which it rebranded from VimpelCom. “We announced a sustainable and progressive dividend…

By Steve Costello

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Europe Operators March 8, 2017

VimpelCom ditches bricks and mortar for digital model

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Failing to monetise network growth and struggles with consumer engagement were key factors in VimpelCom’s decision to rebrand to Veon and transition into a digital technology company, CEO…

By Kavit Majithia

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Europe January 3, 2017

Italian JV begins operation

Wind 3, the Italian Hutchison and VimpelCom joint venture, officially launched with the promise of a €7 billion investment in the country’s digital infrastructure. The completion of the merger combining the Italian…

By Chris Donkin

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Europe Operators November 21, 2016

Italy sees fallout from Hutch-VimpelCom merger

The chief executive of TIM confirmed plans to launch a low-cost MVNO brand, while merger partners CK Hutchison and VimpelCom are thought to be planning up to 1,500 job cuts.

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