Author: James

Altice UK has recently announced an increased holding of shares in the UK operator group BT to nearly one-quarter. The company, however, has no plans for a full acquisition bid. Altice’s latest acquisition includes 650 million shares, raising its overall holding to 24.5% compared to the previous 18%. The UK government conducted an investigation into…

In a move to fill a vacant role at the US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) after over two years, President Biden has nominated telco lawyer Anna Gomez for Commissioner. Gomez has extensive experience with US government agencies. She has worked with the State Department, the Commerce Department, and various positions at the FCC since the…

In a move that seems to mirror the actions of its geopolitical rivals, China has taken the decision to sanction US-based chipmaker Micron on national security grounds. The Cyberspace Administration of China has completed its review of the company and concluded that its products pose a threat to the nation’s security. As a result, operators…