Amid intense speculation, Telefónica has purchased a 21% stake in Sogecable, operator of Digital+ from Prisa for €470 million. It places a value of over €2,350 million on the direct-to-home […]
Telefonica to buy 20% stake in Digital+
The Spanish telecoms giant Telefonica is set to take a 20% stake in the DTH platform Digital+. According to reports in the Spanish press, the deal will be worth between […]
Telefónica close to Hansenet takeover
17.00 Update: Telefónica has confirmed press reports that negotiations with Telecom Italia to buy its German subsidiary Hansenet are close to being finalised.
Intelsat secures deals with broadcasters
IBC 2009. Stand 1.C71. Intelsat has announced agreements with Globecast, Telefonica and Televisa for the use of its satellite fleet.
Telefonica still in Digital+ frame
Telefonica has said it remains interested in taking a stake in Spanish satcaster Digital+, but only as a minority shareholder.
Vivendi/Telefonica set flexible bid for Digital+
The Vivendi and Telefonica consortium has set a flexible bid for the possible purchase of Digital+. The final price will depend on the development of the platform’s financial results.