Policy · 2h ago
UK Regulators Fast-Track £2B Fiber Merger to Challenge Openreach
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority has fast-tracked a £2 billion merger of fiber providers Netomnia and Brsk, backed by Liberty Global, Telefónica, and InfraVia. The combined entity aims to challenge BT's Openreach in the broadband market. The deal is expected to accelerate fiber rollout and increase competition.
Meridian48 take
The fast-track approval signals regulators' eagerness to boost competition, but the real test is whether the merged entity can execute on its ambitious buildout plans.
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Brit competition cops fast-track £2B borging of Netomnia into Openreach challenger →
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