Blandin on Broadband

MARCH 29, 2025

Minnesota would impose a tax on consumer data collection done by social media platforms based on the number of Minnesota consumers, if the platform has more than 100,000 consumers, under a bill introduced in the state Senate. The bill would define a consumer assomeone with an account on the social media application or website.

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Telecom Talk

JANUARY 23, 2025

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has clarified claims circulating in newspapers, on social media, and through electronic media

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Telecom Talk

JANUARY 20, 2025

Vodafone Idea Limited (VIL) has issued a clarification regarding recent media reports about a potential government waiver of over Rs

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Telecom Talk

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Virgin Media O2 launches the UK’s first 5G standalone small cells in Birmingham, boosting mobile connectivity in high-traffic areas with speeds up to 300 Mbps.

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Telecom Talk

OCTOBER 3, 2024

OpenAI is revolutionising journalism through strategic partnerships with top news organizations like Le Monde, The Financial Times, Vox Media, and News Corp.

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Telecom Talk

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Virgin Media O2 launches its Converged Interconnect Network (CIN), combining mobile and fixed traffic for enhanced scalability, efficiency, and resilience, benefiting both consumers and businesses.

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Telecom Talk

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Virgin Media O2 has announced the sale of an 8.33 percent minority stake in its mobile tower joint venture, Cornerstone, to Equitix Investment Management Limited.

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Telecom Talk

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Virgin Media O2 has launched its 5G Standalone (SA) network across 500 UK towns and cities, offering faster speeds, improved coverage, and low latency for businesses.

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Telecom Talk

AUGUST 28, 2024

Virgin Media O2 (VMO2) has announced the expansion of its gigabit broadband services to an additional 11,000 homes in Huddersfield,

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Telecom Talk

DECEMBER 22, 2024

Virgin Media O2 has connected 1,000 mobile masts to its 10 Gbps fibre backhaul network, powered by the Converged Interconnect Network (CIN).

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Telecom Talk

JANUARY 29, 2025

Virgin Media O2 has introduced mobile coverage to Craster, Northumberland, using a Starlink satellite backhaul to provide 4G connectivity.

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Telecom Talk

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Spanish broadcaster Mediapro has expanded its partnership with Google Cloud to develop innovative products for the Media and Entertainment industry,

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Telecom Talk

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Virgin Media O2 becomes the first mobile operator to launch a Total Not Spot site in South Uist, bringing 4G connectivity to underserved areas, improving coverage for locals and tourists.

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Telecom Talk

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Virgin Media O2 partners with EkkoSense to reduce data centre cooling costs by over GBP 1 Million annually, cutting 760 tonnes of CO2 emissions through AI-driven software and real-time IoT insights.

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Telecom Talk

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Ultra Media and Entertainment Group launches Ultra Play and Ultra Gaane OTT platforms, offering classic Bollywood films and iconic Hindi songs.

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RCR Wireless

JANUARY 14, 2025

T-Mobile US will acquire Vistar Media for $600 million, just two years after purchasing rideshare ad-tech company Octopus Interactive T-Mobile US will acquire digital out-of-home (OOH) advertising technology companyVistar Media in a $600 million deal that combines the telcos customer insights and data with Vistars intelligent marketplace and technology (..)

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Total Telecom

APRIL 3, 2025

Hosted by telecoms media and events specialist Total Telecom, Connected North is the regions premier digital economy event. Press Release Manchester, UK Connected North, the Norths leading digital economy event, returns to Central on April 23-24, 2025, and introduces the co-located Data Centre Summit.

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Blandin on Broadband

MARCH 14, 2025

The MN House reports on HF1289 (Stephenson); Social media platforms required to post a mental health warning label and timer notifications. HF1289 (Stephenson); Social media platforms required to post a mental health warning label and timer notifications. To be discussed next week Commerce Committee Co-Chairs: Rep. Kaohly Her and Rep.

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Telecoms Tech News

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Virgin Media O2 and Cellnex have partnered with Bristol City Council to boost connectivity in the city using lamppost-mounted small cells. Facilitated by Virgin Media O2, the small cells promise to not only enhance mobile connectivity and capacity, but also to support digital inclusion.

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Cisco Wireless

APRIL 7, 2025

Broadcasters using IP media benefit from flexible infrastructure and seamless interoperability. Cisco and Lawo's collaboration enhances media networks with robust IP solutions, supporting modern media demands and scalability.

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Total Telecom

MARCH 7, 2025

Vil will remain on the board of Virgin Media O2 in the UK and is being proposed for a board position at Telefonica Germany. In this role, he will oversee the Groups operations in in Spain, Brazil, Germany, and the United Kingdom, as well as the B2B, Telefnica Tech, Telefnica Infra and gCTIO business units.

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Total Telecom

APRIL 7, 2025

Based in Toronto, Rogers provides wireless, broadband, and media services across the country. The company recently expanded its reach with the $20 billion acquisition of Shaw Communications. As per the new agreement, Blackstone will acquire a 49.9%

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Telecom Talk

MARCH 3, 2025

OpenAI launches GPT-4.5, its latest AI model offering enhanced intelligence, improved EQ, and a more human-like chat experience.

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Total Telecom

MARCH 4, 2025

In the past, 14% were slow to adopt the internet, 18% hesitated with social media, and 11% delayed using personal computers. Businesses that have already switched report benefits, 80% say digital solutions give them an advantage, while 79% have gained more customers. Despite the benefits, some businesses remain reluctant to upgrade.

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Total Telecom

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Press Release Visitors, residents, businesses and students in Reading town centre will begin to benefit from an improved mobile experience and faster speeds after the first Virgin Media O2 small cells are deployed across the Borough. The operator is working with Ontix on a rollout across the country.

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RCR Wireless

MARCH 25, 2025

Editors note: The telecommunications sector continues to evolve rapidly, driven by advancements in 5G, the emergence of 5G Advanced, the growing adoption of Open RAN and the integration of AI into network operations.

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Telecoms Tech News

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Deployed by Virgin Media O2, Daisy’s primary mission is to engage scammers in long-winded conversations—wasting their time and reducing their chances of contacting real individuals. A new weapon against fraud has been unveiled: an AI granny named Daisy who has been appointed ‘Head of Scammer Relations’.

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Broadband Breakfast

MARCH 24, 2025

As social media platforms compete for younger audiences, questions about their responsibility to protect kids online are gaining attention. As CEO and Publisher, Clark presides over the leading media community advocating for higher-capacity internet everywhere through topical, timely and intelligent coverage.

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Total Telecom

APRIL 14, 2025

VodafoneThree’s largest rivals, Virgin Media O2 and BT (EE) both already offer Pay-TV services, hence the operator’s interest in this space is hardly surprising. As such, the specifics of the potential offering are yet to be decided but are likely to include broadcast TVas well as streaming services like Netflix and Amazon Prime.

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Total Telecom

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

The agreement was signed in Amsterdam during the IBC2024 event that draws together the global media, entertainment, and technology industry to share insights and expertise and create business opportunities. With over 8,600 km of fiber optic network, Nexim Global offers unmatched expertise in delivering high-performance multimedia solutions.

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VoIP Review

JANUARY 14, 2025

Virgin Media O2 has announced that it will deactivate its 3G network in Durham by April 2025. The post Virgin Media O2 to Close 3G in Durham, BT Plans 2G Closure appeared first on VoIP Review. This is part of the operators broader plan to shut down 3G services across the UK , a move first outlined over a year ago.

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Total Telecom

AUGUST 21, 2024

The new FAST channels are powered by Harmonic’s VOS®360 Media SaaS, which simplifies all stages of media processing, including advanced playout, powerful graphics insertion, premium OTT encoding and distribution. Leveraging the VOS360 Media platform, RTL can easily create and deploy additional FAST channels at scale.

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Telecom Talk

DECEMBER 18, 2024

AI company Perplexity announced on Wednesday, December 18, that it has acquired Carbon, a retrieval engine that connects external data

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Telecom Talk

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Dor Play, a new app for entertainment content lovers has been launched by Streambox Media. This app is an OTT

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Developing Telecoms

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Several civil society organisations in Mozambique have reportedly filed an injunction against mobile operators TMcel, Vodacom and Movitel over ongoing mobile internet shutdowns and blocked access to social media and messaging sites.

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Total Telecom

OCTOBER 30, 2024

News The divestment will reduce the operator’s stake in the towerco to around 25% Today, Virgin Media O2 (VMO2) has announced that it will sell an 8.33% stake in mobile towers company Cornerstone to infrastructure investor Equitix. Virgin Media has been slowly divesting in Cornerstone for a number of years now.

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Developing Telecoms

JANUARY 15, 2025

Local media reported that India-based Adani Group is planning to release the 5G spectrum it acquired in 2022 as Indias telecoms regulator pushes the company to fulfill its coverage obligations.

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