Tag Archives: Telefonica

Nokia Expands Network as Code Ecosystem and Integrates Google Cloud Agentic AI to Transform Programmable Connectivity

(IN BRIEF) Nokia has expanded its Network as Code ecosystem with major telecom operators including Deutsche Telekom, Globe, Orange, Rakuten, Tata Communications, Telefónica, TELUS and Vodafone, bringing the total number of partners to more than 75. The platform provides standardized, … Read the full press release

Telefónica Reorganizes Movistar Centre to Create Central Barcelona Showroom for Leading Technology Brands

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica is expanding and reorganizing the Movistar Centre store at Plaça Catalunya in Barcelona to create a larger technology showroom aligned with Mobile World Congress. The redesigned space will feature dedicated areas for leading manufacturers including Apple, Samsung, … Read the full press release

Telefónica Demonstrates Future Connectivity Solutions and Quantum Technologies at Mobile World Congress 2026

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica will showcase its latest digital technologies and network capabilities at Mobile World Congress 2026 in Barcelona under the theme Ready for Next. The company’s 951-square-meter stand will feature a circular design centered around a large 360-degree LED … Read the full press release

Telefónica Tech and IBM Introduce TEMIS Artificial Intelligence System to Improve Legal Information Access and Case Research

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica Tech and IBM have developed the TEMIS artificial intelligence platform for the General State Attorney’s Office to improve access to legal information and streamline legal case analysis. Built on IBM watsonx and cloud technology, the system enables … Read the full press release

Five Major European Telecom Operators Launch First Federated Edge Cloud to Strengthen Digital Sovereignty at MWC 2026

(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Telekom, Orange, Telefónica, TIM, and Vodafone have jointly demonstrated the European Edge Continuum at Mobile World Congress 2026, establishing the first federated pan-European edge cloud and marking a significant step toward digital sovereignty. Developed within the IPCEI-CIS … Read the full press release

Telefónica Expands Digital Infrastructure With Commercial Edge Services Supporting Real Time Enterprise Applications

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica has launched commercial Edge Computing services in five Spanish cities as the first step in a nationwide rollout of 17 nodes designed to bring processing power closer to businesses and public administrations. Supported by FTTH, 5G Stand … Read the full press release

New Initiative Positions Telefónica at Forefront of Intelligent Network Automation and Monetization Innovation

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica and Mavenir have agreed to establish a joint AI Innovation Hub focused on integrating artificial intelligence into telecom core networks and advancing autonomous, cloud-native operations. The lab will serve as a real-world testing environment for technologies including … Read the full press release

LaCabina Becomes Telefónica’s Central Showcase for Scalable Innovation Across Industry, Healthcare, and Smart Cities

(IN BRIEF) Since opening in 2023 Telefónica’s LaCabina in Madrid has welcomed over 30,000 visitors from 5,000 organizations, with more than 40 percent adopting Telefónica technologies after their visit the 2,200-sqm innovation hub hosts over 270 demonstrations across nine sectoral … Read the full press release

Telefónica Global Solutions earns leadership position in NaaS market with award-winning Dynamic Network platform

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica Global Solutions (TGS) has been named a leader in the QKS Group SPARK Matrix™ for Network as a Service (Q2 2025), with its Dynamic Network solution praised for both technology excellence and customer impact. Built on an … Read the full press release

New Executive Appointments Propel Telefónica Toward a Future of Innovation and Growth

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica has bolstered its leadership team with the appointments of Alvaro Echevarría and Piedad Álvarez de Arriba. These new executive roles are aimed at reinforcing the company’s strategic direction and accelerating its digital transformation initiatives. Echevarría, known for … Read the full press release

Telefónica Enhances Prosegur’s Workplace Experience with AI Integration for 24,000 Employees

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica and Prosegur have partnered to incorporate GenIA, a generative AI assistant, into Prosegur’s Smart Workplace All in One solution. This integration will provide 24,000 employees across the Iberian Peninsula and Latin America with a powerful tool to … Read the full press release

Telefónica and Vithas Secure Quantum-Safe Communications for Healthcare with Cutting-Edge Technology

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica, in collaboration with Vithas, LuxQuanta, and QoolNet, has successfully implemented a Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) system to protect healthcare data transmitted between two hospitals in Madrid. This project marks a significant step toward ensuring the security of … Read the full press release

Telefónica Earns 11th Consecutive Recognition in CDP’s ‘A List’ for Ongoing Climate Leadership

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica has been recognized for the eleventh consecutive year in CDP’s ‘A List’ for its leadership in climate action. The company has successfully reduced its operational emissions by 81% and its value chain emissions by 51%, achieving significant … Read the full press release

QKD-GEO Mission: Spain’s Leap into Quantum Communications with Global Security Impact

(IN BRIEF) The QKD-GEO mission, led by Thales Alenia Space and Hispasat, is a pioneering project aimed at developing unbreakable quantum key distribution from geostationary orbit. This initiative, supported by EU recovery funds, seeks to revolutionize secure communications by using … Read the full press release

Indra Group Appoints Ángel Escribano as Executive Chairman Following Marc Murtra’s Resignation

(IN BRIEF) At an extraordinary meeting, the Board of Directors of Indra Group accepted Marc Murtra’s resignation as Director and Executive Chairman, following his new role at Telefónica. Ángel Escribano has been appointed as his successor, taking on the position … Read the full press release

Telefónica Tech Partners with Denodo to Enhance Data Management and Drive AI Innovation in Spain

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica Tech has partnered with Denodo to introduce the Denodo Platform into its portfolio, aimed at enhancing data management and integration for organizations in Spain. The platform uses data virtualization to provide real-time, secure, and governed access to … Read the full press release

Telefónica Pledges €3M and Volunteer Support for Swift Recovery in DANA Flood-Affected Areas

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica has committed €3 million through its Foundation to support those impacted by the recent DANA-related floods in Spain. In collaboration with local authorities and NGOs like the Red Cross, Telefónica mobilized teams to assist in relief and … Read the full press release

Telefónica Launches Relief Campaign and Provides Free Services for Flood-Affected Communities

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica and its Foundation have launched an emergency relief effort for flood victims across affected regions, deploying technical teams to restore communications and providing free data and national calls through Movistar. In partnership with the Red Cross, Fundación … Read the full press release

Wayra Invests in AI Startup Perplexity, Expanding Telefónica’s AI Capabilities

(IN BRIEF) Wayra, Telefónica’s venture capital arm, has invested in U.S.-based AI startup Perplexity, which has developed an AI-powered answer engine that delivers real-time, contextual answers to user queries. Alongside the investment, Telefónica signed a global commercial agreement to offer … Read the full press release

Telefónica, Ericsson, and MATSUKO Bring Holographic Calls to Smartphones with Revolutionary IMS Integration

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica, Ericsson, and MATSUKO have successfully demonstrated the integration of holographic calls directly into smartphone dialer apps using IMS (IP Multimedia Subsystem) Data Channel technology. This Proof-of-Concept enables real-time holographic communication without the need for additional apps, showcasing … Read the full press release