FTTH and ultra broadband deployers turn to import substitution and stockpiling

The industry is looking for local suppliers to overcome bottlenecks in foreign equipment. Although products become more expensive, longer commercial terms are achieved. The problem of interoperability between equipment arises when there is a change of technology.

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Globales · Operators08/09/2023

Why STC bought a 9.9% stake in Telefónica

The operation took the Spanish operator's board, the government and the financial regulator by surprise. The investment bank Morgan Stanley was acquiring the shares, by order of the Arab firm, in small packages without taking control. Telefónica is attractive because of its robust dividend payments.

Argentina · Fixed Broadband · Operators22/08/2023

The power of fiber deployment isn't in the investments; it lies within the municipalities

These entities have the capacity to delay or drive ISP and operator projects through the enactment of specific ordinances.

Argentina · Operators14/08/2023

Telecom and Claro to conquer fiber in the interior of the country

Telecom invests heavily in fiber with a gradual migration plan from copper to FTTH. Claro advanced to have the largest FTTH market share after all the small operators added up. Telefónica makes its own deployments and sharing agreements, but its customer base is not taking off.

Brasil · Fixed Broadband21/06/2023

Brazilian fixed broadband market increases its competition level

Regional ISPs compete for the market with the big operators, not only for the coverage but also for the quality of the service offered, based on the deployment of fiber optics.

Cuba · Submarine Cables30/05/2023

Arimao cable highlights Cuba's challenges in accessing connectivity

The island must pay international connection fees in foreign currency, but it is not abundant. Additionally, US sanctions force them to seek more costly options than those indicated by economic logic. Despite the limitations, Havana is looking for new routes. With the Arimao, traffic has grown by 17%.

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