Paolo Pescatore
Coverage of Paolo Pescatore in the Nexus archive.
- Samsung launches new, more expensive foldable smartphones
Samsung launched new foldable smartphones, including the Galaxy Z Fold8 and Z Fold8 Ultra, priced higher due to AI-driven component costs. The company aims to solidify its market leadership ahead of potential competition from Apple, which may enter the foldable smartphone segment this year.
- 6G: The next gen of wireless tech nobody's ready to pay for
6G technology is projected to launch in 2029, led by the US and South Korea, with global connections expected to grow from 4.6 million to 2.9 billion by 2035. However, challenges like monetization, technological hurdles, and slow adoption due to ongoing 5G investments may delay widespread consumer use, with initial focus on enterprise/military applications.
- Vodafone dials up full control of joint venture with Three in £4.3B deal
Vodafone has acquired full ownership of VodafoneThree in a £4.3 billion deal, buying out CK Hutchison Group's 49 percent minority stake. The move is expected to accelerate Vodafone's UK ambitions and simplify the ownership structure of the business. The acquisition values VodafoneThree at £13.85 billion.