Competition concerns over Telefónica’s sale to Telecom Argentina
Argentina’s CNDC raises competition concerns over Telefónica’s \$1.25 billion sale to Telecom Argentina merger.
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Telefónica sells Ecuador unit to Millicom for $380M
What happened: Telefónica to sell Ecuadorian unit to Millicom for $380M Telefónica has agreed to sell its Ecuadorian unit, Otecel S.A. (operating under the Movistar brand), to Millicom International for $380 million. The deal forms part of Telefónica’s broader strategy to reduce its presence in Lati…
Telefónica sells Movistar Ecuador to Millicom for $380M
Telefónica sells Movistar Ecuador to Millicom for $380M as part of its Latin American market exit strategy.
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Competition concerns over Telefónica’s sale to Telecom Argentina
Argentina’s CNDC raises competition concerns over Telefónica’s \$1.25 billion sale to Telecom Argentina merger.
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Telefónica sells Ecuador unit to Millicom for $380M
What happened: Telefónica to sell Ecuadorian unit to Millicom for $380M Telefónica has agreed to sell its Ecuadorian unit, Otecel S.A. (operating under the M…
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Telefónica sells Movistar Ecuador to Millicom for $380M
Telefónica sells Movistar Ecuador to Millicom for $380M as part of its Latin American market exit strategy.
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LACNIC works to grow internet resources in Latin America
What happened: LACNIC launches R&D Ambassadors Program to boost local internet leadership LACNIC has initiated its Research and Development (R&D) Ambassadors…
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Argentina court green lights Telecom integration
Court grants in Telecom Argentina merger case On 9 June 2025, Argentina’s Federal Court of Appeals issued a ruling granting Telecom Argentina’s appeal “with …
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Google and Chile to build first South Pacific submarine cable
What happened: Google and Chile sign deal for South Pacific data cable project Google and the Chilean government have signed an agreement to deploy a 14,800-…
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M360 LATAM 2025: 5G & AI redefine Latin America’s digital future
M360 LATAM 2025: Catalysing innovation in Latin America’s digital economy The M360 LATAM conference, held in Mexico City on 28–29 May 2025, has emerged as a …
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Telefónica sells Uruguay unit to Millicom for $440M
Millicom to take over Telefónica’s Uruguay operations Telefónica has agreed to sell its Uruguay-based mobile subsidiary, Telefónica Móviles del Uruguay S.A.,…
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Colombia flags concerns over Telefónica sale
Colombia’s regulators raise competition concerns over Telefónica’s $400 million sale of its Colombian unit to Millicom.
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Internet Day 2025 Argentina ends on a high note for connectivity
Internet Day 2025 Argentina concluded successfully, highlighting connectivity advancements, AI applications, and digital talent development.
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Telefónica posts $1.4B loss on Latin America writedowns
Telefónica reported a $1.4B loss in Q1 2025 from Latin America writedowns, but core markets grew steadily.
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LACNIC 43: Highlights regional challenges and IPv6 progress in Latin America
LACNIC 43 tackles IPv6 gaps, cybersecurity, and digital equity challenges across Latin America and the Caribbean.
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Viasat tests direct-to-handset satellite connectivity in Brazil
What happened: Viasat tests satellite-to-phone L-band connection in Brazil Viasat has conducted a successful demonstration of its direct-to-handset (D2H) sat…
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Telefónica sells Peruvian unit to Integra Tec
What happened: Telefónica offloads Peruvian unit Telefónica has announced the sale of its Peruvian arm, Telefonica del Peru, to Argentina’s Integra Tec Inter…
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Telefónica offloads its Peru operations for $980K
What happened: Telefónica divests its Peru operations to boost profitability Telefónica has announced the sale of its operations in Peru for £900,000, markin…
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Liberty Latin America partners with CSG
What happened: Liberty Latin America taps CSG for digital transformation Liberty Latin America has entered a strategic partnership with CSG International to …
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ODATA ST02 data centre shaping Chile’s digital future
ODATA’s ST02 data centre in South Santiago boosts Chile’s digital infrastructure, offering sustainability and high-density capabilities.
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Argentina blocks Telefónica’s $1.2B sale
Argentina halts Telefónica’s $1.2bn sale over competition concerns, preventing Telecom Argentina from gaining market dominance.
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Telefonica finalises $400M Colombia sale
What happened: Telefonica sells Colombian unit to Millicom Telefonica has reached an agreement to sell its Colombian operations to Millicom International Cel…
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Telefonica posts net loss amid Latin America writedowns
What happened: Telefonica’s financial results and strategic shift Telefonica, the Spanish telecommunications giant, reported a net loss of €1.003 billion in …