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Wednesday, October 02, 2024

Latin American Satellite Congress 2024

The Aprender Conectado program foresees the connection of 3,200 schools in phases 2 and 3

The establishments—located in remote areas of the country—must be connected to satellite Internet through Gesac, with the direct contracting of Telebras for the provision of the service.

Meanwhile, Telebras is advancing its position as an integrator for serving schools. The state-owned company is working in partnerships with at least three satellite operators—SES, Hughes, and Hispamar—to access additional capacity.

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Telefónica Hispam loses revenue despite improvement in its operating results

During the third quarter of 2024, the fixed segment reached 5.1 million FTTH accesses, with a year-on-year growth of 17% with highlights in Argentina (+18.3%), Colombia (+26%) and Peru (+42.7%). However, its revenues fell by 6.2% year-on-year due to increased competition and the devaluation of local currencies, in addition to lower equipment sales.

América Latina · Operators

07/11/2024

Telefónica Hispam loses revenue despite improvement in its operating results

During the third quarter of 2024, the fixed segment reached 5.1 million FTTH accesses, with a year-on-year growth of 17% with highlights in Argentina (+18.3%), Colombia (+26%) and Peru (+42.7%). However, its revenues fell by 6.2% year-on-year due to increased competition and the devaluation of local currencies, in addition to lower equipment sales.

Globales · Economy · Politics

06/11/2024

Donald Trump wins US presidency and new era for ICT begins

The Republican will have majority in both houses of Congress and majority of allied governors. A less interventionist federal policy in the big tech markets, and a greater defense of its interests in other markets - Europe and China - and in international forums, such as the ITU is expected.

América Latina · Internet & OTT · Operators

05/11/2024

Fair Share: Much ado about nothing and no port in sight

The debate has made progress on possible models for implementing the contribution of traffic generators to operators, but it is much further behind in regulatory matters, as shown by the case of Brazil, where Anatel called for two public consultations without reaching a conclusion regarding the need to intervene.

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