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Keep up with all the latest news affecting European telcos from regulation and financial results to developments in network sharing, billing and innovative new content.

EC drops investigation into mobile standards development by Europe’s operators

A year after querying the nature of meetings between Europe’s big five operators about the development of mobile standards, the European Commission has announced that it has closed its preliminary investigation.

NSN announces emerging market wins

Nokia Siemens Networks has announced new contract wins for its RAN and integrated network management solutions in eastern Europe and Lebanon.

BT unveils Scilly broadband project and job plans

BT has announced proposals for a €4.2 million scheme to provide superfast broadband to the Isles of Scilly, while confirming plans to create 1,000 new jobs across the UK.

Deutsche Telekom CEO to head up cableco Ziggo

Dutch cableco Ziggo has announced that outgoing Deutsche Telekom CEO René Obermann will join as their new CEO next January.

Deutsche Telekom brings joyn to Germany

The GSMA-backed messaging and video platform joyn has been launched by Deutsche Telekom in its home market.

UK's broadband services 'among best' in EU5

Across a series of measures, Britain's broadband network currently stands between first and third when compared with other countries in the EU5, according to Ofcom.

Vodafone moves into telematics usage-based motor insurance market with new partnership

Vodafone and professional services company Towers Watson have formed a strategic alliance to fast-track the development and introduction of telematics usage-based insurance offerings for motor insurance companies.

Deutsche Telekom plans Germany's largest WiFi network

After announcing that its branding will change to suit the digital era, Deutsche Telekom has confirmed plans to launch the biggest WiFi network in Germany.

BT moves into legal services with new subsidiary

BT has announced the launch of BT Law Limited, a business that will provide legal services to corporate customers, initially in the motor claims market.