As connectivity became a commodity, operators are investing in automation and AI, Edge Computing, and distributed networks in order to offer digital services to the B2B segment. The approaches of Telefónica, Telecom, and DirecTV.

Telcos worldwide have spent over a decade seeking to capture business from BigTech companies and create new revenue streams, especially in the Enterprise segment. Currently, they are navigating the monetization challenges of 5G. This movement is known by various euphemisms, including the transition from Telcos to TechCos, promoted by Telecom in Argentina; Telefónica expresses it as an evolution towards a "supercomputer"; while América Móvil currently does not manifest this trend. Through investments in automation and AI, Edge Computing, and distributed networks, operators are exploring offering digital services to the B2B segment, beyond connectivity.

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Mobile Internet connections grew by over 22% year-on-year in the third quarter of 2024, while fixed connections increased by 3.1% in the same period. Significant increase in Starlink's share and stagnation of incumbent operators.

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The government's attack, with the violation of current laws and regulations, has put the sector on alert and raises a question mark over legal security. The government is seeking to manage millions of dollars in Anatel funds and give activity to Telebras at the expense of the private sector.

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