Global operator strategies - 07/10/07

The European Commission will investigate Qualcomm for possible antitrust rules violation.

ATT has applied for wireless licenses in 22 regional circles in India through a partnership with India's Mahindra Telecom.

Microsoft buys Jellyfish.com for an undisclosed sum.

Vodafone is interested buying Italian assets of Tele2.

In spite of being considered as a strategic project (satellite navigation project), Galileo continues facing concerns on its funding and the way to share the network. European countries are split on Galileo funding.

Telekom Austria acquires 70% of Belarus operator MDC.

Telefonica is not planning selling its 50% stake in Vivo (Brazil), and increases its stake in Portugal Telecom to 11%.

India is attracting over 30 companies ready to bid for mobile licenses.