VodafoneThree
Coverage of VodafoneThree in the Nexus archive.
- VodafoneThree bids for TalkTalk consumer business
VodafoneThree has bid for TalkTalk's consumer business. The acquisition aims to help the UK's largest mobile operator double its broadband business.
- Satellite phone dreams orbit reality as direct-to-cell usage set to underwhelm
Mobile telcos are partnering with satellite operators to expand coverage via direct-to-cell (D2C) technology, but Juniper Research warns real-world adoption may fall short due to niche use cases and unresolved issues like poor indoor coverage. T-Mobile and SpaceX’s Starlink pioneered D2C in the US, while Europe and other regions are exploring adoption, though dense urban areas remain challenging.
- Vodafone dials up full control of joint venture with Three in £4.3B deal
Vodafone has acquired full ownership of VodafoneThree in a £4.3B deal, taking control of the joint venture with Three ahead of schedule. This move aims to accelerate Vodafone's UK ambitions. CK Hutchison will receive early cash from the deal.
- Vodafone dials up full control of joint venture with Three in £4.3B deal
Vodafone has acquired full ownership of VodafoneThree in a £4.3 billion deal, buying out CK Hutchison Group's 49 percent minority stake. The move is expected to accelerate Vodafone's UK ambitions and simplify the ownership structure of the business. The acquisition values VodafoneThree at £13.85 billion.