The regulator Arcotel decided this because the Ministry of Economy and Finance has not yet issued an opinion on the economic impact of the renewal of the licenses. It is unlikely that this document will be issued before the presidential elections of February 2025.

The Telecommunications Regulation and Control Agency (Arcotel) has once again decided to suspend the negotiation process for the licenses of the two private mobile operators: Consorcio Ecuatoriano de Telecomunicaciones, S.A. (Conecel), which operates under the Claro Ecuador brand and is owned by América Móvil, and Otecel, S.A., which operates under the Movistar brand and is owned by Telefónica.

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New suspension of negotiations for Claro and Movistar licenses

The regulator Arcotel decided this because the Ministry of Economy and Finance has not yet issued an opinion on the economic impact of the renewal of the licenses. It is unlikely that this document will be issued before the presidential elections of February 2025.

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Telcos keep losing staff, now due to AI impact

A report by consultancy MTN covering 72 major operators recorded a total of 4.344 million employees in the third quarter of 2025, 2% fewer than a year earlier. Telefónica led the layoffs, reducing its workforce by 10,100 people.

Telefónica reported 2025 losses linked to exceptional events

The sale of four Latin American subsidiaries, along with the layoff of 5,000 employees, generated a negative accounting impact.

Liberty Latin America maintains postpaid, B2B revenue after Melissa hurricane

Its revenues reached US$1.16 billion in the fourth quarter, with a slight year-on-year increase of 1%. Mobile subscribers totaled 6.79 million, while RGUs reached 3.83 million.

Warning to telcos: Job cuts may leave them vulnerable and unable to innovate

According to an MTN report, operators are continually adjusting their workforce under the pretext of improving dividends, while also taking advantage of the growing presence of AI. However, one possible consequence is excessive staff turnover and the loss of know-how, particularly in cybersecurity.

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