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According to the rules, consumers must be able to switch between fixed-line and mobile providers within one working day while keeping the same phone number.

EU Warns on Telecom Rules Frances Robinson 2012

The rules are designed to give consumers better data protection and allow them to switch quickly and easily between mobile, fixed-line and Internet providers.

EU Warns on Telecom Rules Frances Robinson 2012

Telefonica plans to merge Vivo, which it now controls, with fixed-line telecommunications company Telesp to bulk up its operations in the high-growth Brazilian market.

Telefonica's Profit Slips David Roman 2011

Meanwhile, Mr. Aliera said the merger of Telefonica's mobile and fixed-line units in Brazil will generate synergies of €3.7 billion-€4.6 billion, "significantly higher" than previously estimated.

Rising Costs Hurt Telefónica David Roman 2011

The commission's policy is important for both wireless and fixed-line operators.

Europe Loosens the Reins of Net Neutrality Hester Plumridge 2011

In contrast, about 36% of Iranians had fixed-line phones.

Chinese Tech Giant Aids Iran Steve Stecklow 2011

Mobile, fixed-line, and internet subscribers were 7.8 million, 1.24 million, and 1.32 million a year ago, according to Etisalat's full year results published last year.

Etisalat Profit Slumps 65% Shereen El Gazzar 2012

Egypt has made significant progress towards telecommunications liberalization in recent years, gradually reducing the central role of Telecom Egypt and encouraging investment from competing fixed-line and mobile internet providers.

Jim Cowie: The Resilience of Egypt Jim Cowie 2011

The staff cuts are a crucial part of Telefónica's strategy to revamp its Spanish division, which was once a cash cow but has recently been hit hard by lower fixed-line traffic and intense competition leading to lower prices in the sector.

Layoffs Tip Telefónica Into Loss David Roman 2011

The revamp follows market leader Bharti Airtel Ltd.'s July announcement of merging mobile, satellite television, fixed-line and broadband businesses in a move that it said will improve efficiency and make the organization more agile.

Reliance Communications to Recast Wireless Business Kenan Machado 2011