Global Pay TV subscriber base to surpass 1.1bn in 2020

The worldwide pay TV market grew at a steady rate of 4% in 2014 to reach 923.5 million subscribers, according to ABI Research, a US-based provider of in-depth analysis and quantitative forecasting of trends in global connectivity and other emerging technologies.

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IDC Lowers PC Outlook for 2015, While the Long-Term Outlook Improves Slightly

Worldwide PC shipments are expected to fall by -4.9% in 2015, a drop from the previous forecast of -3.3%, while growth projections for 2016 and 2017 were raised slightly, according to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly PC Tracker.

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Ericsson announces the dismissal of 2,200 employees in Sweden

Ericsson continues to execute on strategy to excel in core areas: Radio, Core and Transmission and Telecom Services, to fund growth in the targeted areas: IP networks, Cloud, TV & Media, OSS & BSS and Industry & Society.

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Intel Launches New Mobile SoCs, LTE Solution

Intel Corporation CEO Brian Krzanich today announced a series of mobile platforms including the company's new low-cost system-on-chip (SoC) for phones, phablets and tablets, a global LTE solution, innovative personal computing experiences, and a range of customers for mobile device and network infrastructure offerings. With technologies that span silicon, software and security, Krzanich said Intel was one of the few companies able to deliver solutions end-to-end, for devices, the network and the cloud.

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New GSMA Report Examines Gender Diversity in the Telecommunications Sector

The GSMA today released a new report, “Accelerating the Digital Economy: GenderDiversity in the Telecommunications Sector”, which offers a snapshot of the gender balance within companies across the industry. Developed by A.T. Kearney¹, the study aims to provide a baseline for workforce evolution, share best practices and support the industry in shaping workplaces that take full advantage of gender diversity.

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360 Security Surpasses 100 Million Users Milestone

360 Security Group, a global leader in mobile Internet software, services, and security, today announces that its flagship app, 360 Security, has reached a combined 100 million international users from Google Play and APK downloads.

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Telefónica will offer Myriad's instant messaging service through Latin America

Myriad Group has signed an agreement with Spanish telco Telefónica, under which mobile operators within the Telefónica Group in Latin America will be able to offer a co-branded msngr app to their customers.

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Nokia Networks, Vodafone roll out first commercial 700 MHZ LTE network in New Zealand

Vodafone New Zealand, the largest operator in the country and the first to launch LTE services in New Zealand, has selected Nokia Networks to enable the launch of its commercial 700 MHz LTE network, one of the first Asia Pacific Telecommunity (APT) 700 MHz networks in the world. With speeds up to 10 times faster than standard 3G services, Vodafone customers in Papakura will soon enjoy advanced mobile broadband services with superior network quality, speed and coverage.

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AT&T to Acquire DIRECTV

AT&T  and DIRECTV announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement under which AT&T will acquire DIRECTV in a stock-and-cash transaction for $95 per share based on AT&T’s Friday closing price. The agreement has been approved unanimously by the Boards of Directors of both companies. The transaction combines complementary strengths to create a unique new competitor with unprecedented capabilities in mobility, video and broadband services.

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