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Investing in the North: How Virgin Media O2 is powering a more connected, inclusive future 

Total Telecom

Take our broadband network. This investment means that nearly ten million homes in the North can access our gigabit broadband, offering services 16 times faster than the national average. million people remain offline, and one in four households struggle to afford communication services.

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Rogers strikes $7bn deal with Blackstone-led group to boost balance sheet 

Total Telecom

News The deal is designed to reduce debt and highlight the value of Rogers wireless infrastructure, the companies said Rogers Communications, one of Canadas largest telcos, has agreed a CAD $7 billion equity investment with Blackstone and a group of major Canadian pension funds. As per the new agreement, Blackstone will acquire a 49.9%

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Broadband Breakfast on March 26, 2025 - Broadband Programs Outside of the U.S.

Broadband Breakfast

continues its push for broadband expansion through government-funded initiatives like the BEAD program, other countries are pursuing their own strategies to bridge the digital divide. learn from international broadband programs? Clark also served as head of the Partnership for a Connected Illinois, a state broadband initiative.

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Broadband Breakfast on April 30, 2025 - Accelerating U.S. Leadership in Wi-Fi

Broadband Breakfast

In 1985, the Federal Communications Commission opened a limited number of spectrum bands for unlicensed use, allowing anyone to deploy radio equipment without an FCC license or exclusive use rights. Clark also served as head of the Partnership for a Connected Illinois, a state broadband initiative.

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BT urges SMEs to go digital  

Total Telecom

In the past, 14% were slow to adopt the internet, 18% hesitated with social media, and 11% delayed using personal computers. With 73% of UK businesses now relying on high-speed broadband and mobile connectivity, digital transformation is becoming essential. Despite the benefits, some businesses remain reluctant to upgrade.

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Broadband Breakfast on March 19, 2025 - Spectrum and the Opportunities for LEO Satellite Broadband

Broadband Breakfast

As the demand for global connectivity rises, Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite broadband is emerging as a powerful solution to bridge the digital divide. With new technological advancements and regulatory shifts, how will spectrum allocation impact the future of satellite broadband?

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Approval for California’s Initial BEAD Proposal Sets the Stage for Broadband Communities Summit West

Total Telecom

7, 2024 — Updates from federal, state, and county officials at Broadband Communities Summit West, planned for Oct. 30-31 at the San Diego Convention Center, have taken on an increased significance following the approval of California’s initial proposal for the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program.

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