Tag Archives: Telefonica

Telefónica Receives LEGO’s Centennial Gift: Iconic Headquarters Replicated in Bricks

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica has received a special centennial gift from the LEGO Group: a meticulously detailed replica of its historic headquarters at Gran Vía 28, scaled down to 1:50. This impressive LEGO construction, one of the largest in the world … Read the full press release

Telefónica Tech UK&I Introduces ‘NextDefense’ Cybersecurity Service to Safeguard Digital Futures

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica Tech UK&I has unveiled “NextDefense,” a pioneering cybersecurity service aimed at guiding customers towards a secure digital future. Leveraging Telefónica Tech’s global network of Security Operations Centres (SOCs), NextDefense offers cutting-edge Managed Security Services (MSS) to combat … Read the full press release

Telefónica Earns Tenth Consecutive Leader Recognition in Gartner’s Magic Quadrant for Managed IoT Connectivity Services

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica has once again been acknowledged as a Leader in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Managed IoT Connectivity Services, marking the tenth consecutive year of this recognition. Through its IoT services provided by Telefónica Tech, the company … Read the full press release

Vertiv and Telefónica Extend Collaboration to Enhance Energy Efficiency Across Spain’s Telecom Network

(IN BRIEF) Vertiv and Telefónica are extending their collaboration agreement to enhance energy efficiency across Telefónica’s network core sites in Spain. Building upon the success of their pilot project, which reduced energy consumption by 20% at one of Telefónica’s key … Read the full press release

The European companies at MWC Barcelona 2024: AI, 5G, VR, XR, Cybersecurity, Digital Transformation, Entertainment, etc.

(IN BRIEF) At the Mobile World Congress (MWC) Barcelona 2024, European companies showcased a wide array of innovations and strategic partnerships that underscored their commitment to driving digital transformation and enhancing connectivity across various sectors. The key topics discussed by … Read the full press release

Telefónica Movistar Extends Support for Movistar KOI eSports Team at MWC

(IN BRIEF) During the Mobile World Congress (MWC), Telefónica Movistar announced its commitment to continue supporting the Movistar KOI eSports team for three more years, marking a decade of involvement in eSports since its pioneering entry into the field. Movistar … Read the full press release

Telefónica Partners with Fini Company for Extensive Digital Transformation

(IN BRIEF) At Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2024, Telefónica announced a strategic partnership with the Fini Company, Spain and Brazil’s leading candy manufacturer, aiming to revolutionize their operations through digitalization over the next three years. Dubbed ‘Fini360º Digitization,’ the project … Read the full press release

Telefónica and Ericsson Unveil the Technological Marvels Behind Lang Lang’s Unforgettable Concert Experience

(IN BRIEF) At Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2024, Telefónica and Ericsson divulged the technical intricacies behind the groundbreaking concert featuring Chinese pianist Lang Lang at the Gran Teatre del Liceu in Barcelona. Leveraging the power of 5G technology, the event … Read the full press release

Telefónica Chairman Highlights Industry Transformation and Collaborative Vision at MWC 2024

(IN BRIEF) José María Álvarez-Pallete, Chairman of Telefónica, addresses the Mobile World Congress, reflecting on the transformative vision realized within the industry over the past year, particularly with the widespread adoption of Open Gateway. He underscores the collaborative efforts among … Read the full press release

Telefónica Redefines Sports Experience with ‘Telefónica Open Gateway’ Demo at MWC 2024

(IN BRIEF) At Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2024, Telefónica introduces the ‘Telefónica Open Gateway’ demo, showcasing an innovative way to experience sports through immersive virtual reality (VR) technology powered by Open Gateway APIs. Partnering with YBVR, a leading VR company … Read the full press release

Telefónica Unveils ‘Smart Industry: Leading the Change’ Demo at MWC 2024

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica showcases its technological prowess at Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2024 with the unveiling of the ‘Smart Industry: Leading the Change’ demo. This comprehensive demonstration highlights Telefónica’s capabilities in digitizing and automating industrial processes using advanced technologies such … Read the full press release

Telefónica Unveils Immersive Gaming Experience Powered by Network and Edge Computing

(IN BRIEF) At Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona, Telefónica introduces the Telefónica Edge Haptic Arena, a groundbreaking gaming experience that leverages its network and Edge Computing capabilities. Combining Extended Reality (XR) graphics, haptic technology, fiber connectivity, cloud rendering, and … Read the full press release

Telefónica and TikTok Collaborate on Open Gateway to Enhance User Security

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica and TikTok have announced a strategic partnership at Mobile World Congress (MWC) to collaborate on Open Gateway, an initiative by the GSMA aimed at unlocking the potential of telecom network capabilities through open and standardised APIs. Initially … Read the full press release

Telefónica Partners with Microsoft to Integrate AI Studio into Kernel 2.0

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica announces its collaboration with Microsoft to integrate Azure AI Studio into Telefónica Kernel 2.0, enhancing the capabilities of Kernel by incorporating generative AI into its workflows. The partnership aims to leverage the advancements in Large Language Models … Read the full press release

Telefónica Unveils ‘100 Years Leading Change’ Showcase at MWC Barcelona

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica, celebrating its Centenary in 2024, is set to showcase its most innovative offerings at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona. Under the theme ‘100 Years Leading Change’, the company will exhibit cutting-edge connectivity solutions, sustainable technologies, … Read the full press release

Telefónica Unveils New Open Innovation Strategy at 4YFN Event

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica announces its new open innovation strategy at the ‘Four years from now’ (4YFN) event, coinciding with the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona. Wayra, the company’s primary open innovation initiative, will evolve to encompass all startup investment initiatives … Read the full press release

Telefónica Tech UK&I Partners with CrowdStrike to Enhance Managed Detection and Response Service

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica Tech UK&I has entered into a strategic partnership with CrowdStrike to bolster its Managed Detection and Response (MDR) service, combining CrowdStrike’s advanced AI-native technology with Telefónica Tech’s security expertise. This collaboration aims to provide comprehensive cybersecurity protection … Read the full press release

Telefónica Prepares to Celebrate 100 Years with Centenary Initiatives

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica is gearing up to celebrate its 100th anniversary with a series of initiatives and events throughout 2024, culminating around April 19, the date marking 100 years since the establishment of the Compañía Telefónica Nacional de España (CTNE). … Read the full press release

Telefónica’s Digital Expertise Fuels UNWTO’s Sustainable Tourism Goals

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica and the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) have renewed their collaboration framework until 2026 to promote digital, sustainable, and inclusive tourism development. Their partnership will focus on three strategic areas: driving global and regional innovation and … Read the full press release

Telefónica Launches Voluntary Public Acquisition Offer for Telefónica Deutschland Shares

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica, through its subsidiary Telefónica Local Services GmbH, is making a voluntary public acquisition offer to acquire up to 28.19% of Telefónica Deutschland shares not currently held by Telefónica. The offer price of EUR 2.35 per share represents … Read the full press release